Core Points - ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) announced the launch of ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X handheld gaming devices, set to be available on October 16, 2025 [3][4] - The devices will be showcased for the first time at Gamescom 2025, with a full lineup of 2025 laptops also on display [3][6] - ROG has partnered with Xbox to optimize thousands of PC titles for handheld compatibility, ensuring a smooth gaming experience at launch [9][10] Product Availability - ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X will be available in multiple countries including Canada, Australia, Germany, Japan, the United States, and more starting October 16, 2025 [4][5] - The Xbox Ally will launch in China early next year, with additional markets to follow [5] Technical Specifications - ROG Xbox Ally features an AMD Ryzen Z2 A processor, 16GB of LPDDR5X-6400 RAM, and a 512GB M.2 SSD, supported by a 60Wh battery [7][18] - ROG Xbox Ally X is equipped with an AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme processor, 24GB of LPDDR5X-8000 memory, a 1TB M.2 SSD, and an 80Wh battery for extended playtime [8][16] Gaming Experience Enhancements - The Xbox team has developed a Handheld Compatibility Program to ensure that games are optimized for handheld play, with badges indicating compatibility levels [9][10] - Advanced shader delivery technology will allow games to launch up to 10 times faster and run more smoothly on the ROG Xbox Ally [11] Meet-and-Greet Event - Actors Ned Luke and Shawn Fonteno will be present at the ROG booth during Gamescom 2025 for fan interactions [3][13]