ASUS ROG Xbox Ally Handhelds Unveiled at Xbox Games Showcase 2025
• Standard ROG Xbox Ally: Powered by AMD Ryzen Z2 A chip, 7" 120Hz display, Xbox-inspired design, dedicated Xbox button, extended grips, and seamless access to Xbox Game Pass, Xbox Cloud Gaming, Steam, Discord, etc.
• Premium ROG Xbox Ally X: Utilizes Ryzen Z2 Extreme AI processor, black variant, supports full HD (1080p) gaming, longer ergonomic grips, impulse triggers, and enhanced tactile design.
• Windows + Xbox Integration: Runs on Windows but boots into a fully immersive Xbox-centric interface, skipping the traditional desktop.
• Unified game library combining Xbox, Steam, Epic, and more. Controller-friendly UI with enhanced Game Bar and future handheld verification system. UI improvements will extend to existing ROG Ally owners via OTA updates.
• Release Timeline & Pricing Range: Launch expected during Holiday 2025, estimated price between \$599–\$999 / €599–€999, depending on model and configuration.
• Marks Xbox’s first venture into handheld hardware, executed via collaboration with ASUS.
• Competes directly with Steam Deck and PC gaming handhelds, merging PC flexibility with Xbox convenience.
• Designed for portability without sacrificing performance or gaming ecosystem integration.
