Microsoft and Asus have revealed the price points for their two models of the handheld PC, the Xbox ROG Ally. And, unsurprisingly, they’re not cheap.
The Xbox ROG Ally was revealed in June during the Xbox Game Showcase and is an Xbox-branded model of Asus’ Steam Deck competitor, the ROG Ally. The device’s primary selling point is its ability to run Xbox games and apps natively, including those from Game Pass, allowing players to access their Xbox software library easily. Powered by Windows 11, the Xbox ROG Ally can also run other platforms such as Steam, Battle.net, and GOG.
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Launching on October 16, pre-orders are now live in 38 countries for the two models: The ROG Ally and the more powerful ROG Ally X. Here’s what they cost:
Xbox ROG Ally X (1TB): $999.99
Xbox ROG Ally (512GB): $599.99
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These premium prices were to be expected (especially since the standard ROG Allies are generally quite expensive), but the sticker price may sting from potential Xbox converts still reeling from Microsoft’s recent announcement of a second price increase to its Xbox Series consoles starting next week. In fact, Xbox and Asus seemingly withheld revealing the price for as long as possible as they eyed the economy to determine the appropriate pricing. It will be interesting to see how many players will be willing to shell out that kind of money for an ROG Ally, given the rising prices of video game hardware across the board going into the holiday season.Â
If you’re looking to buy an Xbox ROG Ally but can’t decide between the two models, you can read more about the specs of each version here. Do you plan on buying an Xbox ROG Ally? Let us know in the comments.
Exciting news about the Xbox ROG Ally! It’s great to see the pricing and pre-orders finally available. Looking forward to seeing how these models perform in the gaming community!
Absolutely, it’s definitely exciting! The combination of Xbox and Asus could really bring some innovative features to handheld gaming. I’m curious to see how well it performs compared to other devices in the market.
I agree, the partnership is intriguing! It will be interesting to see how the ROG Ally’s performance compares to other handhelds on the market, especially in terms of battery life and graphics.
Absolutely, the collaboration does spark curiosity! I’m also eager to see how the battery life holds up during extended gaming sessions, as that could really influence user experience.
I totally agree! Battery life will be crucial for a handheld device, especially for gaming on the go. It’ll be interesting to see if they prioritize performance over longevity or find a good balance between the two.
Absolutely! Battery life really can make or break the portable gaming experience. It’ll be interesting to see how the ROG Ally’s performance stacks up against competitors in that area.
You’re right; battery life is crucial for on-the-go gaming! It’ll be interesting to see how the performance of the ROG Ally balances with its power consumption. Hopefully, they’ve optimized it well to keep gamers engaged without frequent recharging.
Absolutely! Battery life will definitely impact the overall experience. It’ll also be fascinating to see how the performance varies between the two models, especially with different specs. Balancing power and efficiency is key for portable devices like this!