"The ROG Xbox Ally X is an Xbox-skinned portable PC much like the Steam Deck or Asus' own non-Xbox-branded "Ally." These devices have become quite popular in recent years because, well, they're usually pretty awesome. With the ability to carry around massive storefronts like Steam on the go, and enough horsepower to run graphical powerhouses like Cyberpunk 2077, it's no wonder Microsoft wanted to get"
"in on the action with a more Xbox-themed offering. The only problem is that the hardware manufacturer and game publisher is asking folks to spend $600 on the basic model, and a full four-digit $1,000 for the top-tier model featuring a more powerful processor. And yet, some eBayers think folks will spend even more than that even though it hasn't sold out elsewhere. Wild."
Microsoft and Asus will release the ROG Xbox Ally X handheld on October 16, 2025, with pre-orders available now. The device is an Xbox-branded portable PC similar to the Steam Deck and Asus' non-Xbox Ally. The base model is priced at $600 and the top-tier model with a more powerful processor costs $1,000. Some eBay listings are reselling pre-orders at two to three times retail. The Ally X includes a new AMD Z2E AI chip delivering roughly 10–20% performance gains over its predecessor under some conditions. The top model costs about $500 more than a Steam Deck and $100 more than the non-Xbox ROG Ally X.
Read at Kotaku
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