But can a handheld really deliver a compelling 3D experience without the cumbersome eyewear? That’s the question lingering in the air as Abxylute prepares to launch its crowdfunding campaign.
The Abxylute 3D ONE isn’t shy about its ambitions. Boasting an 11-inch, 2560×1600 resolution display with a 120Hz refresh rate, it’s aiming for visual fidelity that rivals many gaming laptops. But the real magic lies in its “next-gen glasses-free 3D display” technology. Abxylute claims to have optimized over 50 titles to deliver a “true” native 3D experience, with crisp, floating UIs and reduced ghosting.
The promise is tantalizing: depth without the headache, immersion without the isolation. The company also states that the 3D ONE is suitable for movies, stereo SBS films, and 3D videos.
Driving this visual feast is an Intel Core Ultra 7 258V processor paired with Intel Arc Graphics 140V. While the 258V is a capable chip, pushing a QHD+ resolution, especially in 3D, will undoubtedly test its limits. As the source article notes, even titles like Cyberpunk 2077 might struggle to maintain smooth performance.
Other specs include 32 GB of LPDDR5X RAM, a 1 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD, WiFi 6E, and Bluetooth 5.3. It’s a competitive package, though the 50 Wh battery raises concerns about longevity during intense gaming sessions. The handheld offers competitive specs, but just 50 Wh battery life.
The Abxylute 3D ONE doesn’t come cheap. The early bird price on Kickstarter is a cool $1,499, jumping to $1,799 for the regular retail version. While that positions it firmly in the premium handheld category, the question remains whether the 3D experience justifies the cost.
Abxylute plans to ship the first 80 units in December 2025, with the remaining orders expected to arrive in February 2026. Will it be a revolutionary leap forward, or a niche experiment? Only time, and the Kickstarter backers, will tell.
Quick Specs:
- OS: Windows 11
- CPU: Intel Core Ultra 7 258V
- Graphics: Intel Arc Graphics 140V
- Memory: 32 GB LPDDR5X 8533 MT/s
- Storage: 1 TB PCIe 4.0 2280 SSD
- Color: White
- Network: WiFi 6E
- Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.3
- Display: 10.95″, 2560x1600p, 60/120 Hz, 480 nits, 100% sRGB
- 3D Technology: next-gen glasses-free 3D display
- Camera: Front dual cameras, RGB 5 MP + IR 1 MP
- Audio: 2x 2W speakers
- Ports: 1x USB A 3.2 Gen 1, 1x USB C, 1x Thunderbolt 4, 1x 3.5 mm audio jack, 1x UHS-II microSD slot
- Dimensions: 365 x 171 x 47 mm
- Weight: 1.11 kg (with controllers)
- Battery: 50 Whr, 100W GaN power adapter
- Warranty: 1 year
The 3D ONE is also reportedly suitable for movies, stereo SBS films, and 3D videos.
The Abxylute 3D ONE represents a fascinating gamble. If it delivers on its promise of a truly immersive, glasses-free 3D experience, it could carve out a unique niche in the increasingly crowded handheld market. But if the performance falters or the 3D effect feels more like a gimmick than a game-changer, it risks becoming another footnote in the history of ambitious, but ultimately flawed, gaming innovations. You can learn more at abxylute.
