
Ayn Thor
Lineup revision — Price changes for the Lite, Base, Pro and Max versions.
See historyPre-order shipping dates and batch history, updated regularly.
Ayn Thor Shipments (upd. 05/11/26) Pre-orderShipping times
We share the actual times before shipping measured on our store, independently of manufacturer information.
Pre-orders
Overall model average: 56.1 days.
| Variant | Average | Latest time | Min–max |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black / Base 8 GB / 128 GB | 71.6 d | 73.5 d | 69.5–73.5 d |
| Black / Pro 12 GB / 256 GB | 62.4 d | 65.4 d | 59.4–65.4 d |
| Black / Max 16 GB / 512 GB | 74.4 d | 74.4 d | 74.4–74.4 d |
| Black / Max 16 GB / 1 TB | 71.7 d | 71.7 d | 71.7–71.7 d |
| Clear Purple / Pro 12 GB / 256 GB | 49.2 d | 27.9 d | 27.9–70.5 d |
| Clear Purple / Max 16 GB / 1 TB | 63.5 d | 63.5 d | 63.5–63.5 d |
| Rainbow / Pro 12 GB / 256 GB | 15.9 d | 15.9 d | 15.9–15.9 d |
| Rainbow / Max 16 GB / 512 GB | 72.5 d | 69.9 d | 69.9–75 d |
| Rainbow / Max 16 GB / 1 TB | 41.8 d | 41.8 d | 41.8–41.8 d |
Measurements over the last 90 days. Times observed between order and dispatch, excluding transport. These measurements are not a forecast or a guaranteed lead time. “—” indicates that no measurement is available. Overall model statistics are not copied into the variant rows.
Average wait before dispatch, by month of order
Average time between order and dispatch, by month of purchase. Based on orders shipped in the batch announced at the time of purchase. For months with less data, the value is slightly adjusted toward the yearly average to remain representative.
* Limited sample: Less data available for this month.
† Batch currently shipping: Shipments from this batch are ongoing; the value may still change.
Price trends
Tracking of price changes since market launch.
See dates and indices
| Configuration | Date | Price index |
|---|---|---|
| Lite | 2025-08-26 | 100.0 |
| Base | 2025-08-26 | 100.0 |
| Pro | 2025-08-26 | 100.0 |
| Max 1 TB | 2025-08-26 | 100.0 |
| Base | 2026-01-20 | 103.34 |
| Pro | 2026-01-20 | 105.73 |
| Max 1 TB | 2026-01-20 | 104.66 |
| Base | 2026-03-08 | 106.69 |
| Pro | 2026-03-08 | 114.33 |
| Max 1 TB | 2026-03-08 | 113.99 |
| Max 1 TB | 2026-04-16 | 127.97 |
| Max 512 GB | 2026-04-16 | 100.0 |
| Lite | 2026-07-03 | 104.02 |
| Base | 2026-07-03 | 110.03 |
| Pro | 2026-07-03 | 117.19 |
| Max 1 TB | 2026-07-03 | 134.97 |
| Max 512 GB | 2026-07-03 | 102.13 |
Sales trends
Max 16 GB / 512 GB · 48.6%
Share of net sales, last 90 days to 19 Oct 2026
Net sales breakdown by version — Ayn Thor
- Max 16 GB / 512 GB48.6%
- Pro 12 GB / 256 GB25.1%
- Max 16 GB / 1 TB20.6%
- Base 8 GB / 128 GB5.7%
Share of the model’s net sales over the period indicated.
What owners love
Dual AMOLED and versatility praised
Share of reviews praising each point
Liked points — Ayn Thor
Share of reviews praising each point · Source: Specialist reviews · November 2025 – September 2026
Summary of testimonials identified after use. This content is not a satisfaction rate representative of all owners.
Popular uses
Dual-screen systems and advanced emulation
Share of discussions by use · Exploratory analysis (in %)
Discussed uses — Ayn Thor
Source: Reddit · Last 180 days
Share of mentions of each use across the cited sources.
Expert reviews
Well-liked dual screen, setup takes some care
Expert reviews
| Criterion | Assessment | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Dual screen | Native display of dual-screen systems and more natural multitasking. | Strong |
| Display | Two AMOLED panels; 120 Hz top screen. | Strong |
| Performance | Great versatility from the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 versions. | Strong |
| Ergonomics | Compact design appreciated, control comfort varies. | Mixed |
| Software | Updates make managing both screens easier. | Fairly strong |
Summary of dated reviews from Retro Game Corps, Held Games and other publications; community reactions are not representative.
Sources
- Retro Game Corps · Video · 15 Oct 2025
In-depth review: the dual-screen design, build quality and emulation stand out; a few ergonomic and compatibility limits.
- Retro Game Corps · Video · 24 Feb 2026
Four-month follow-up: software and accessory improvements, with some reservations remaining.
- Held Games · Article · 4 Apr 2026 · Published score: 4.5/5
The dual screen stands out for dual-screen system emulation; handling and setup are less immediate.
Summary of the specialist reviews cited above.
Product history
6 key events since launch
Evolution of the model and its variants
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2026-07-03Price
Lineup revision
Price changes for the Lite, Base, Pro and Max versions.
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2026-04-16Lineup
New Max 512 GB
A Max 16 GB / 512 GB configuration is added. Newly documented batches use UFS 3.1.
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2026-03-08Price
New price revision
New price increase for the Base, Pro and Max 1 TB versions.
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2026-01-20Price
Price revision
Price revision for the Base, Pro and Max 1 TB versions.
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2025-08-26Launch
Pre-orders open
AYN opens orders for the Lite, Base, Pro and Max 1 TB versions.
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2025-08-19Announcement
First reveal of the Thor
AYN reveals its plan for a dual-screen Android clamshell console.