After months of speculation and rumors, Microsoft and Asus have unveiled the ROG Xbox Ally, a handheld device with native Xbox support that will allow players to download or stream their Xbox games directly to the device from their Xbox, Xbox Game Pass, or Xbox Cloud and play them wherever they want to.
During the trailer, two versions of this device were announced, the ROG Xbox Ally, which features an AMD Ryzen Z2 A, 16GB of memory, and 512 GBs of storage, as well as the ROG Xbox Ally X, which features a AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme, 24gb Memory, and 1 TB of Storage. Both of these handhelds will have access to Xbox and Xbox Game Pass, but Battle.net, as well as other PC storefronts.
In a post via Xbox Wire, several features are outlined, describing just how this device was designed with their ecosystem in mind. This includes the Xbox button placed on the left side of the machine, which allows for quick access to “chat, apps, and settings through an enhanced Game Bar Overlay.” The platform also features a contour grip for comfort, as well as a slew of accessibility options for players who might require them.
A full list of both handhelds’ specs can be seen below:
| ROG Xbox Ally | ROG Xbox Ally X | |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Comfort & input | Contoured grips inspired by Xbox Wireless Controllers deliver all-day comfort. ABXY buttons / D-pad / L & R Hall Effect analog triggers / L & R bumpers / Xbox button / View button / Menu button / Command Center button / Library button / 2x assignable back buttons / 2x full-size analog sticks / HD haptics / 6-Axis IMU | Contoured grips inspired by Xbox Wireless Controllers deliver all-day comfort, complete with impulse triggers for enhanced control. ABXY buttons / D-pad / L & R impulse triggers / L & R bumpers / Xbox button / View button / Menu button / Command Center button / Library button / 2x assignable back buttons / 2x full-size analog sticks / HD haptics / 6-Axis IMU |
| Processor | AMD Ryzen™ Z2 A Processor | AMD Ryzen™ AI Z2 Extreme Processor |
| Memory | 16GB LPDDR5X-6400 | 24GB LPDDR5X-8000 |
| Storage | 512GB M.2 2280 SSD for easier upgrade | 1TB M.2 2280 SSD for easier upgrade |
| Display | 7” FHD (1080p) IPS, 500 nits, 16:9 120Hz refresh rate FreeSync Premium Corning Gorilla Glass Victus + DXC Anti-Reflection | 7” FHD (1080p) IPS, 500 nits, 16:9 120Hz refresh rate FreeSync Premium Corning Gorilla Glass Victus + DXC Anti-Reflection |
| I/O Ports | 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C with DisplayPort™ 2.1 / Power Delivery 3.0 | 1x USB4 Type-C with DisplayPort™ 2.1 / Power Delivery 3.0, Thunderbolt™ 4 compatible |
| 1x UHS-II microSD card reader (supports SD, SDXC and SDHC) | 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C with DisplayPort™ 2.1 / Power Delivery 3.0 | |
| 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack | 1x UHS-II microSD card reader (supports SD, SDXC and SDHC; UHS-I with DDR200 mode) | |
| 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack | ||
| Network and Communication | Wi-Fi 6E (2 x 2) + Bluetooth 5.4 | Wi-Fi 6E (2 x 2) + Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Dimensions | 290.8*121.5*50.7mm | 290.8*121.5*50.7mm |
| 670g | 715g | |
| Battery | 60Wh | 80Wh |
| Included | ROG Xbox Ally 65W charger Stand | ROG Xbox Ally X 65W charger Stand |
The ROG Xbox Ally will be available in time for the holiday season this year, with additional information such as pre-order availability set to be announced in the coming months.
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