Pre-orders for the ROG Xbox Ally X opened on September 25 and quickly sold out on Microsoft and Asus sites. Retailers like Best Buy are offering pre-orders for the $1,000 device, while Amazon and Walmart list the $600 ROG Xbox Ally for pre-order but may not carry it at launch. Both devices, releasing on October 16, were developed in collaboration with ASUS.
Specifications:
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ROG Xbox Ally X ($1,000):
- AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme processor (Zen 5)
- 24GB DDR5 RAM, 1TB SSD
- 7" FHD IPS display, 120Hz refresh rate
- Features inspired by Xbox controllers, including impulse triggers and advanced USB ports.
- ROG Xbox Ally ($600):
- AMD Ryzen Z2 A processor (Zen 4)
- 16GB DDR5 RAM, 512GB SSD
- Similar display features, but with a less powerful GPU.
Market Position:
Both models are positioned in a higher price range than expected, reflecting rising costs in gaming hardware. They are Windows PCs designed for gaming, allowing use of various game stores and compatibility with both PC and Xbox titles. The prices align with other portable gaming PCs, although the Ally X is pricier compared to some competitors.
Accessories:
Two official accessories have been announced: a $70 carrying case and a 100W charger dock, though the dock is not yet available for pre-order.
Storage:
The Ally supports UHS-II microSD cards, while the Ally X can also read UHS-I cards, adding flexibility for storage expansion.
In essence, the ROG Xbox Ally models aim to provide high-performance gaming experiences while maintaining compatibility with various game libraries and services.
