Tom's Hardware Verdict

We can’t argue with the performance of the Claw 8 EX AI+, but $1,799 is quite the stretch when it doesn’t even include an OLED display.

Pros

+ Class-leading performance across the board

+ Ergonomic design

+ Good battery life

Cons

- $1,800 price tag feels exorbitant

- No OLED display, despite the high price

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