ASUS Republic of Gamers Announces the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X, Raising the Standard for Gaming Handhelds

Core Points - ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) has announced a new series of handheld gaming devices, the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X, developed in partnership with Xbox, focusing on ergonomics and user experience [3][4] - The devices feature advanced processors, with the ROG Xbox Ally using the AMD Ryzen™ Z2 A Processor and the ROG Xbox Ally X utilizing the AMD Ryzen™ AI Z2 Extreme Processor, aimed at delivering high performance for gaming [4][9] - Both handhelds will launch in holiday 2025 across select markets, with plans for broader availability [4][13] Design and Comfort - The ROG Xbox Ally series boasts a completely redesigned chassis for improved comfort, inspired by Xbox controllers, ensuring a better grip and gaming experience [5][7] - The ROG Xbox Ally X includes impulse triggers for enhanced haptic feedback, providing a more immersive gaming experience [6][7] Software Experience - The new Xbox software integrated into the handhelds aims to create a seamless gaming experience, combining Xbox and Windows PC gaming capabilities [8] - Players will have immediate access to a full-screen Xbox experience upon powering on the device, with optimized software for easy navigation and access to settings [8] Performance and Efficiency - The ROG Xbox Ally X is designed for next-gen gaming performance, leveraging the AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme Processor and software optimizations for AAA games [9][10] - Both devices feature improved battery life due to their efficient designs, with the ROG Xbox Ally having a 60Wh battery and the ROG Xbox Ally X featuring an 80Wh battery [10][17] Specifications - ROG Xbox Ally X specifications include a 7" FHD display, 24GB LPDDR5X memory, and 1TB SSD storage [15][16] - ROG Xbox Ally specifications include a 7" FHD display, 16GB LPDDR5X memory, and 512GB SSD storage [17]