The 5G version of the Razer Edge, a dedicated handheld device for cloud gaming, from Verizon is officially available.
Introducing the Razer Edge 5G: The Ultimate 5G Handheld Gaming System
News of the Razer Edge 5G started circulating earlier this month, but today the device designed in partnership with Verizon is available for everyone. Well, this particular version of it is—Razer’s Wi-Fi (i.e., not 5G) model will follow next month.
Unlike other popular handheld consoles like the Nintendo Switch or Steam Deck, the Razer Edge is primarily intended to function as a cloud gaming device. Streaming services like Steam Link and Xbox Game Pass are supported (and encouraged), and the console will also presumably work with PlayStation Remote Play via the Android app, though that hasn’t been officially confirmed yet. However, it will also be able to install and run Android games if you’d prefer something that runs on the hardware itself.
Aside from the Razer Edge 5G’s 4G, 5G Nationwide, and 5G Ultra Wide-Band support, the specs appear to be identical between the two versions of the handheld. Both feature a 6.8-inch AMOLED Full HD+ touchscreen with a 144Hz refresh rate. Both also include 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage, with a Qualcomm G3X Gen 1 processor and a 5,000mAh battery claimed for up to 14 hours of use.
