Overview

• The ROG Xbox Ally and higher-end Ally X were unveiled during the June 8 Xbox Games Showcase as part of Microsoft’s shift toward software-driven third-party handhelds.
• Both models run Windows 11 with a custom Xbox interface and offer access to Xbox Game Pass, native Xbox titles, and PC libraries such as Steam and Epic Games.
• The base Ally is powered by AMD’s Ryzen Z2A processor for balanced performance and battery life, while the Ally X features the AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme for higher framerates and visuals.
• Neither handheld uses OLED screens, opting instead for LCD panels to support variable-refresh-rate technology while managing power draw and costs.
• The devices are slated for a late October 2025 launch with August pre-orders anticipated, but final pricing remains pending due to tariffs and broader economic uncertainty.