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Best Accessories for the AYN Thor in 2026
2026-06-22
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The AYN Thor is unlike any other handheld. It is a clamshell with two AMOLED screens and a metal hinge, built to play Nintendo DS and 3DS games exactly as the hardware intended. It also runs PS2, GameCube, and Wii on its Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. Two things matter most when you buy accessories for it. The flat clamshell shape is hard on your hands, and the device has real video out. This guide covers both. For the full review, read our AYN Thor review.
Best Grip for the AYN Thor: Near Mandatory
Start here. The Thor has no built in grips, and the flat clamshell corners dig into your palms during the long sessions that DS and 3DS games invite. A grip accessory is close to mandatory for comfort, not a nice to have, and it changes whether the device is comfortable to play at all. Look for a grip shaped for the clamshell that adds real palm support at the corners and uses a removable design, so you can take it off to fold the Thor flat for transport. AYN makes an official clip on grip, and community sellers offer 3D printed options designed for the same purpose. Availability on Amazon varies, so search for what is in stock and confirm the grip is made for the Thor before buying.
✓ Pros
- • Fixes the Thor's biggest comfort problem
- • Makes long DS and 3DS sessions actually comfortable
- • Gives your palms a real resting surface
✗ Cons
- • Adds bulk to an already large clamshell
- • Stock varies, so confirm the grip is made for the Thor
MicroSD Card
The Thor handles large PS2, GameCube, and Wii files, so use a fast, high capacity card with strong sustained write speed. A 256GB or 512GB Samsung PRO Plus is the right call for big disc based libraries. See our best microSD cards guide.
Best Case for the AYN Thor
A clamshell changes the case math. Because the Thor folds shut and protects its own two AMOLED panels in the process, the part that needs protecting is different here: the metal hinge and the outer shell. The folded Thor is also thicker and blockier than a flat handheld, so a case meant for a slab device will not fit. A device-cut case shaped for the folded Thor is the best fit and guards the hinge. Because the screens are already shielded when shut, a padded pouch sized for the folded body is often enough for daily carry without the bulk of a hard case.
Best Screen Protectors for the AYN Thor
The Thor is the only device here with two screens, which doubles the protector job. The top is a 6 inch AMOLED and the bottom is a 3.92 inch AMOLED touchscreen you use for DS and 3DS games exactly as those systems intended. Both face each other when the clamshell is shut, so both need protection, and the bottom one specifically needs glass that preserves touch. Look for a Thor specific set that covers both sizes, and keep to standard thickness tempered glass, since very thick protectors can affect how flush the device closes. Fit the larger top protector first, then the bottom touch protector, checking touch response before pressing it fully down, then fold the device gently to confirm it still shuts flush.
AR Glasses
The Thor outputs DisplayPort over USB-C at up to 4K, so AR glasses connect with one cable and turn it into a giant private screen. The 6,000mAh battery helps offset the power the glasses draw. Viture and Xreal are the brands to compare. See our full AR glasses guide.
Cooling and Charging
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 runs warm during PS2, GameCube, and Wii emulation, and heat leads to throttling. A clip on gaming cooler keeps frame rates steady on long sessions. For power, a 20,000mAh USB-C PD bank at 30W or more keeps the Thor topped up on a trip. See our cooling and docks guide and best power banks guide.
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