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Windows 11’s new full-screen experience is available for MSI Claw handhelds, but I still wouldn’t choose it over SteamOS – November 2025

Author/Source: Christian Guyton / TechRadar See the full link here

Takeaway

This article discusses a new full-screen user experience for Windows 11 on handheld gaming devices like the MSI Claw. While it aims to improve touch control and a console-like feel, the author argues it still falls short compared to dedicated handheld operating systems like SteamOS, citing issues with optimization and ease of use. The main point is that Windows on handhelds, despite improvements, struggles to match the seamless experience of purpose-built gaming OSes.

Technical Subject Understandability

Intermediate

Analogy/Comparison

Imagine trying to use a desktop computer’s operating system, complete with all its complex menus and features, on a tiny smartphone screen. While it might technically work, it wouldn’t be as smooth or enjoyable as using an operating system designed specifically for a phone.

Why It Matters

This matters because the operating system heavily influences the user experience on new handheld gaming PCs. If a device has a clunky OS, it can detract from the fun of gaming, making it harder to launch games or navigate menus, even if the hardware is powerful. For example, a gamer might spend more time troubleshooting or struggling with the interface on a Windows handheld compared to immediately jumping into a game on a SteamOS device.

Related Terms

Windows 11: Microsoft’s latest major version of its operating system.
MSI Claw: A specific handheld gaming PC manufactured by MSI.
SteamOS: A Linux-based operating system developed by Valve, optimized for gaming and used on the Steam Deck.
Handheld gaming PC: A portable computer designed for playing video games, typically with integrated controls and a screen.
User interface UI: The visual part of a computer application or operating system that a user interacts with.
Launcher: A program that helps users find and start other applications or games.
Driver updates: Software updates that ensure hardware components communicate correctly with the operating system.

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