Meet the AYN Thor: Android’s Pocketable 3DS Successor.
The AYN Thor is a dual-screen Android handheld inspired by the Nintendo 3DS — featuring a 6-inch AMOLED main display, Snapdragon power, and modern Android 13 performance. Shipping begins mid-October with prices starting at just $249.
The handheld market just got a major shake-up — meet the AYN Thor, a dual-screen Android gaming handheld that channels the spirit of the Nintendo 3DS while packing the power of a modern Snapdragon chipset. I'm really excited for these dual-screen handhelds like the Ayaneo Pocket DS and others that appear to be in the works. I hope this starts a new competition trend and a new wave of awesome little devices.
AYN has officially revealed the Thor lineup on their official website, and it’s one of the most ambitious designs we’ve seen yet from the company that brought us the Odin and Loki series.
First Look: AYN Thor in Action
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Dual-Screen Design, Modernized
Unlike any Android handheld before it, the Thor features two AMOLED touchscreens:
- Top Display: 6-inch Full HD AMOLED
- Bottom Display: 3.92-inch AMOLED (touch-enabled)
This dual-screen setup is clearly inspired by the Nintendo DS/3DS, but updated for 2025 — think emulation, multitasking, or even creative tool use (chat overlay on bottom, gameplay up top).
Hardware Overview
Every model runs Android 13, with hall effect joysticks for drift-free accuracy, a 6000mAh battery, and a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor under the hood.
| Model | Chipset | RAM + Storage | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thor Lite | Snapdragon 865 | 8GB + 128GB | $249 USD |
| Thor Base | Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | 8GB + 128GB | $299 USD |
| Thor Pro | Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | 12GB + 256GB | $349 USD |
| Thor Max | Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | 16GB + 1TB | $429 USD |
Shipping begins mid-October, with a one-year warranty included.
Note: No games come preinstalled on the device.
Accessories & Add-Ons
AYN also launched a full suite of Thor-branded accessories available directly from their site:
| Accessory | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Thor Accessories Pack | $50 |
| Thor Carrying Case | $12 |
| Carrying Case with Grip | $12 |
| Thor TPU Grip | $15 |
| Thor TPU Shell | $15 |
| Thor Soft Pouch | $5 |
| Thor Lanyard | $3 |
| Thor Screen Protectors | $10 |
Each accessory is designed specifically for the Thor’s unique dual-screen clamshell form factor — a rarity in the Android handheld space.
Early Impressions
It’s too early to say how the Thor will perform in the wild, but the concept alone is refreshing. AYN seems to target both retro enthusiasts (DS/3DS emulation dreams) and modern gamers wanting a portable cloud or Android experience with extra functionality.
If AYN nails software optimization — and the bottom display gets meaningful use — the Thor could easily become one of the most innovative handhelds of 2025.
🔗 Official Links
- 🌐 AYN Thor Product Page
- 🛒 Accessories Collection
- 📅 Shipping: Mid-October 2025
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Article compiled by [handheldmodz]
Specs, pricing, and images via AYN Official Website
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