Asus ROG Ally AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme Gaming Handheld
$649.99 save 31% $449.99 at Best Buy
This week brings an exceptional deal on gaming handhelds - Best Buy slashes $200 off the Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme, bringing it down to just $449.99. This marks the lowest price we've seen for a brand-new unit, surpassing even Black Friday deals. As a sweet bonus, you'll receive:
- An official ROG Ally travel case
- 1 month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate
- 2 months of Crunchyroll Mega Fan subscription
The Asus ROG Ally stands as one of the premier gaming handhelds available today, particularly appealing if you prefer not being locked into Steam's ecosystem.
This Windows 11-powered device represents the premium model in Asus' handheld lineup, packing serious specs:
- AMD Zen 4-based Z1 Extreme CPU
- 16GB RAM
- 512GB SSD
- 7" FHD screen (1080p @ 120Hz refresh rate)
Unlike its Linux-based Steam Deck competitor, the ROG Ally's Windows 11 compatibility gives it access to virtually all major game platforms:
- Steam
- Battle.net
- Xbox Game Pass
- Epic Games Store
- GOG
- Ubisoft Connect
In our review, we noted: "The Asus ROG Ally feels like the portable Xbox Game Pass machine gamers have desired. While it has some drawbacks like frustrating UI elements and limited battery life, its brilliant 1080p display and impressive performance make it incredibly enjoyable."
The handheld gaming PC market continues heating up with recent releases like:
- The $729 Lenovo Legion Go S (Z2 Go + 32GB RAM)
- A more affordable $599 Legion Go coming May 2025 (Windows 11 or SteamOS)
- The superior Asus ROG Ally X (late 2024 release at $300 premium)
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