Intel Lunar Lake settings tweak can boost game performance up to 30%

Intel's Lunar Lake chips, which power the MSI Claw 8 AI+ handheld, have seen a significant performance boost of up to 30% through a simple settings tweak. According to TechPowerUp's testing, the tweak allows one of the Core Ultra 7 258V CPU's four performance cores to run at its maximum 37-watt power level, resulting in a 10% performance increase in most games and even more in some cases. This update, provided by the MSI Center M app, makes the MSI Claw 8 AI+ the best-performing handheld that TechPowerUp has tested, surpassing even the Ryzen-based competition. However, the device still runs on Windows 11, which may be a dealbreaker for some users. Intel's efforts to improve the performance of its integrated Arc graphics are noteworthy, and this latest tweak demonstrates the company's commitment to enhancing its offerings in the competitive gaming market. While the MSI Claw 8 AI+ may not be the best choice for everyone, the performance improvements seen with this simple settings adjustment are worth considering for those seeking maximum performance in a thin-and-light laptop or handheld device.