Overview

• Independent testing shows the Ally X outperforming recent high‑end rivals and handling larger games more easily than the Steam Deck, with IGN benchmarks topping Legion Go models and the prior Ally X.
• Flagship specs include an AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme chip, 24 GB LPDDR5X RAM, a 1 TB SSD, a 7‑inch 1080p 120 Hz display with VRR, an 80 Wh battery, and a 715 g chassis.
• Microsoft’s new Xbox Full‑screen/Handheld Experience streamlines Windows 11 with a console‑style overlay and unified library, though multiple reviews describe inconsistent polish and controller‑first friction.
• Battery life varies widely by game and power mode, with reports ranging from roughly two to five hours; ergonomics earn praise for Xbox‑style grips even as weight and thickness reduce portability, and there is no OLED panel.
• The two‑tier lineup arrives October 16 with the premium Ally X and a lower‑cost Ally tuned closer to Steam Deck‑level performance, both supporting Game Pass and other PC storefronts such as Steam, Epic, GOG, and EA.