ASUS has revealed that the price of the ROG Xbox Ally is $599.99 USD and the ROG Xbox Ally X is $999.99 USD. Gamers still have a few weeks to go until the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X officially launch, but they can now pre-order both handhelds at select retailers.
As one of the notable announcements of the Xbox Games Showcase in June, the ROG Xbox Ally aims to blend the console and PC gaming experiences. During the presentation, Xbox unveiled two versions of the device, with the ROG Xbox Ally X being the more powerful option. While Xbox has already announced that the handhelds will be released on October 16, concrete pricing and pre-order information were recently shared.
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ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X Prices and Pre-Order Availability
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ROG Xbox Ally $999.99 |
ROG Xbox Ally $599.99 |
Ahead of the official launch, the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X are now available for pre-order at $599.99 USD and $999.99 USD, respectively. The ROG Xbox Ally X can be pre-ordered at ASUS Shop, Best Buy, and Microsoft. For those interested in pre-ordering the cheaper ROG Xbox Ally, several more options are available. Specifically, the system is listed on Amazon, Ant Online, ASUS Shop, Best Buy, Microsoft, and Walmart.
It is worth noting that a giveaway is taking place for those who pre-order their system through the ASUS Shop. According to ASUS, eligible participants will have the chance to win a bundle of accessories for the new Xbox handheld. The 10 lucky winners will receive an ROG Strix Arion (external SSD enclosure), an ROG Raikiri controller, a set of ROG Cetra Wireless earbuds (Black), and a ROG Bulwark (TV dock/USB hub). They will also win a ROG Xbox Ally 2-in-1 premium case to safely transport the handheld when traveling. Additionally, ROG Elite Rewards members can enter for a chance to win a ROG OMNI mascot figurine.
ROG Xbox Ally Bundle Giveaway
- 1x ROG Strix Arion (external SSD enclosure, SSD not included)
- 1x ROG Raikiri controller
- 1x set of ROG Cetra Wireless earbuds (Black)
- 1x ROG Bulwark (TV dock/USB hub)
- 1x ROG Xbox Ally 2-in-1 premium case
While some pricing information for the ROG Xbox Ally had leaked previously, the official news should help gamers decide which Xbox handheld they want to purchase. Microsoft is promoting the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X as handhelds capable of playing some of the most popular AAA titles on the market, making both potentially viable options. Additionally, the systems support AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR), Radeon Super Resolution (RSR), and AMD Fluid Motion Frames (AFMF) frame generation for improved performance in many titles.
It will be interesting to see how the prices of the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X impact sales. There are already several handheld gaming options on the market, but the specs and features of the new Xbox offerings could be compelling to many prospective buyers. Fortunately, the system will be released in less than a month, so the wait is almost over.
- Brand
- Xbox / ROG
- Operating System
- Windows 11 Home
- Processor
- AMD Ryzen Z2 A Processor
- Display
- 7” IPS, 500 nits, 16:9, 120Hz refresh rate, FreeSync Premium, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus + DXC Anti-Reflection
- Resolution
- FHD 1080p
- HDR Support
- No
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- Memory
- 16GB LPDDR5X-6400
- Storage
- 512GB M.2 2280 SSD (upgradable)
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi 6E (2 x 2)
- Bluetooth
- Bluetooth 5.4
- Ports
- 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C with DisplayPort™ 2.1 / Power Delivery 3.0, 1x UHS-II microSD card reader (supports SD, SDXC and SDHC), 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack
- Battery
- 60Wh
- Dimensions
- 290.8 x 121.5 x 50.7mm
- Weight
- 670g
- Included
- 65W charger, stand