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Now Available: ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X Deliver Game-Changing Handheld Performance
Friday, October 24, 2025

Designed in partnership with Xbox, these exceptional gaming handhelds offer incredible gen-on-gen performance gains, with a starting price at $599.

KEY POINTS

    --  Available Now: The ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X are officially on
        shelves and ready to purchase starting today, October 16, 2025.
    --  Next-Gen Performance: Featuring AMD Ryzen(TM) AI Z2 Extreme and Z2 A
        processors, the latest ROG Xbox Ally devices offer powerful gaming
        experiences and significant battery life upgrades.
    --  Accessible Performance: The ROG Xbox Ally lineup opens up at $599 USD,
        delivering next-generation handheld performance at an attainable price.
    --  Instant Game Access: Enjoy three months of Xbox Game Pass Premium with
        access to 200+ games ready to play right out of the box.

FREMONT, Calif., Oct. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- ASUS today announced the official availability of the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X, the latest handheld gaming devices developed in partnership with Xbox. Designed to unite the best of console and PC gaming in a single, highly ergonomic package, the ROG Xbox Ally series is now available for purchase through select retailers and online channels.

The ROG Xbox Ally is equipped with the energy-efficient AMD Ryzen(TM) Z2 A Processor, while the more powerful ROG Xbox Ally X features the new AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme Processor, enabling smooth performance in AAA titles with up to double the battery life of its predecessor.

Next-Gen Performance in the Palm of Your Hand

The ROG Xbox Ally X pushes handheld gaming further with the AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme, offering up to 30% performance gains in titles like Indiana Jones and the Great Circle and Doom: The Dark Ages compared to the previous ROG Ally X. It also provides up to 2x the battery life when playing Hollow Knight: Silksong.

Meanwhile, the ROG Xbox Ally (non-X model) brings a more accessible option to gamers, showing up to 20% performance improvements in Forza Horizon 5 and Gears of War: Reloaded, and 110% more battery life versus the previous generation.

Both processors leverage Radeon's latest software suite, including AMD FidelityFX(TM) Super Resolution (FSR), Radeon Super Resolution (RSR), and AMD Fluid Motion Frames (AFMF), enabling smoother gameplay with up to 60% better frame rates.

Availability & Pricing

The ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X are available now at an MSRP of $599.99 and $999.99, respectively. These handhelds combine the power of Xbox, the innovation of ROG, and the flexibility of Windows 11, creating a seamless gaming experience whether at home or on the go.

Each purchase also includes three months of Xbox Game Pass Premium, giving players access to 200+ games right out of the box.

ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X are now available for purchase at our partner retailers below:


     
      
       ROG Xbox Ally X (RC73XA)         ROG Xbox Ally (RC73YA)

                            
            $999.99                $599.99


       
      
             ASUS Shop                       ASUS Shop


       
      
             Best Buy                         Amazon


       
      
             Microsoft                      Ant Online


                                                    Best Buy


                                                   Sam's Club


                                                    Microsoft


                                                     Walmart

Notes to Editors:

ASUS USA Pressroom: https://www.asus.com/us/news/

ASUS USA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/asus.n.america/

ASUS USA X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/ASUSUSA

Specifications

ROG Xbox Ally X (2025)


         
            
              Operating System 
              Windows 11 Home


       
          
              Ergonomics and input 
              Xbox-inspired ergonomics featuring impulse triggers

                                                         ABXY buttons /D-pad /L & R impulse triggers /L & R bumpers /Xbox button /View button /Menu button /Command Center button /Library button /2 x assignable back buttons /2 x
                                                          full-size analog sticks /HD haptics /6-Axis IMU


              
            
                Processor 
              AMD Ryzen(TM) Z2 Extreme Processor


                
            
                Display 
              7" FHD (1080p) IPS, 500 nits, 16:9
                                              120Hz refresh rate, VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
                                              FreeSync Premium
                                              Corning(R) Gorilla(R) Glass Victus(R) + Corning DXC Anti-Reflection


                 
            
                Memory 
               24GB LPDDR5X-8000


                
            
                Storage 
              1TB M.2 2280 SSD for easier upgrade


     
         
            Network and Communication 
              Wi-Fi 6E (2 x 2) + Bluetooth(R) 5.4


              
            
                I/O Ports 
              1 x USB4(R) Type-C(R) with DisplayPort(TM) 2.1 / Power Delivery 3.0, Thunderbolt(TM) 4 compatible

                                              
              1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C with DisplayPort 2.1 / Power Delivery 3.0

                                              
              1 x UHS-II microSD card reader (supports SD, SDXC and SDHC; UHS-I with DDR200 mode)

                                              
              1 x 3.5mm combo audio jack


                
            
                Battery 
              80Wh


             
            
                Dimensions 
              11.73" (W) x 4.78" (D) x 2" (H) in (290.8 (W) x 121.5 (D) x 50.7 (H) mm)


                 
            
                Weight 
              25.22 ounces (715 grams)


         
            
              Package Contents 
              ROG Xbox Ally X

                                              
              65W charger

                                              
              Stand

ROG Xbox Ally (2025)


         
            
              Operating System 
              Windows 11 Home


       
          
              Ergonomics and input 
              Xbox-inspired ergonomics

                                                         ABXY buttons /D-pad /L & R Hall Effect analog triggers /L & R bumpers /Xbox button /View button /Menu button /Command Center button /Library button /2 x assignable back
                                                          buttons /2 x full-size analog sticks /HD haptics /6-Axis IMU


              
            
                Processor 
              AMD Ryzen(TM) Z2 A Processor


                
            
                Display 
              7" FHD (1080p) IPS, 500 nits, 16:9
                                              120Hz refresh rate, VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
                                              FreeSync Premium
                                              Corning(R) Gorilla(R) Glass Victus(R) + Corning DXC Anti-Reflection


                 
            
                Memory 
              16GB LPDDR5-6400


                
            
                Storage 
              512GB M.2 2280 SSD for easier upgrade


     
         
            Network and Communication 
              WiFi 6E (2 x 2) + Bluetooth(R) 5.4


              
            
                I/O Ports 
              2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C(R) with DisplayPort(TM) 2.1 / Power Delivery 3.0

                                              
              1 x UHS-II microSD card reader (supports SD, SDXC and SDHC)

                                              
              1 x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack


                
            
                Battery 
              60Wh


             
            
                Dimensions 
              11.73" (W) x 4.78" (D) x 2" (H) in (290.8 (W) x 121.5 (D) x 50.7 (H) mm)


                 
            
                Weight 
              23.63 ounces (670 grams)


         
            
              Package Contents 
              ROG Xbox Ally

                                              
              65W charger

                                              
              Stand

(1) Tested in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle & Doom: The Dark Ages. Gameplay: 1080p, In-game default setting. Operating mode: Turbo, plugged in (AC) and on battery (DC).

(2) Tested in Hollow Knight: Silksong, 720p, FPS limit: 60, In-game graphics: low. Operating mode: Silent. The above comparison data is based on ROG Xbox Ally X (RC73XA, AMD Ryzen(TM) AI Z2 Extreme processor & 80Wh battery) vs. ROG Ally X (RC72LA, AMD Ryzen(TM) Z1 Extreme processor & 80Wh battery).

(3) Tested in Forza Horizon 5 and Gears of War: Reloaded. Gameplay: 720p, FPS limit: 60, In-game default settings. Operating mode: Performance, plugged in (AC) and on battery (DC)

(4) Tested in Hollow Knight: Silksong (720p, FPS limit: 60, in-game graphics: Low; operating mode: Silent) and Forza Horizon 5 (720p, FPS limit: 60, in-game default settings; operating mode: Performance)The above comparison data is based on ROG Xbox Ally (RC73YA, AMD Ryzen(TM) Z2 A processor & 60Wh battery) vs. ROG Ally (RC71L, AMD Ryzen(TM) Z1 processor & 40Wh battery).

About ROG

Republic of Gamers (ROG) is an ASUS sub-brand dedicated to creating the world's best gaming hardware and software. Formed in 2006, ROG offers a complete line of innovative products known for performance and quality, including motherboards, graphics cards, system components, laptops, desktops, monitors, smartphones, audio equipment, routers, peripherals and accessories. ROG participates in and sponsors major international gaming events. ROG gear has been used to set hundreds of overclocking records and it continues to be the preferred choice of gamers and enthusiasts around the world. To become one of those who dare, learn more about ROG at http://rog.asus.com/us/

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SOURCE ASUS Computer International



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