Microsoft and Asus Unveil ROG Xbox Ally Handheld Gaming Devices
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I Played With the ROG Xbox Ally, the Upcoming Xbox Handheld
As a Video Producer at CNET, Sean has worked on more videos than he can count. He covers video games and video game hardware along with the occasional electric bike. He covers games both on and off camera, through livestreams, press events, and podcasts. Microsoft revealed its long-rumored Xbox
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Asus partners with Microsoft launch first Xbox gaming handhelds, the ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X
After numerous reports and speculation, Microsoft has finally come up with its very first Xbox handheld. Well, sort of. The company has paired up with Asus to launch the new ROG Xbox Ally and the ROG Xbox Ally X at its ongoing Xbox Games Showcase. Both models feature an updated design that includes
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Xbox's New Handheld PC With Asus Is Official, Coming Later This Year
Microsoft and Asus have partnered on two new handheld consoles that take the best bits of an Xbox and merge it with the former's ROG Ally series of handhelds. The first Xbox-branded handheld console is here, but it's not made solely by Microsoft. It's instead a partnership between Asus and
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ROG Xbox Ally handheld gaming devices are real and will be released during the 2025 holiday season
The portable PCs will run on Windows 11 and offer access to Steam, GOG and Ubisoft Connect. We've been hearing rumors for what feels like an eternity about Microsoft working with ASUS' ROG division on a gaming handheld device, and we got confirmation during the Xbox Games Showcase at Summer Game
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Microsoft and Asus unveil ROG Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X: Windows 11 handhelds with multi-store gaming
Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years. TechSpot means tech analysis and advice you can trust. What just happened? After all the leaks and rumors related to the devices, Microsoft and Asus have finally revealed two new ROG Ally handhelds: the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X. The Windows
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Microsoft reveals new handheld Xbox Ally gaming PC in partnership with Asus
After months of rumors, Microsoft officially debuted its ROG Xbox Ally gaming PC on Sunday, made in collaboration with Taiwanese computer company Asus. The ROG Xbox Ally is planned to ship this holiday season with two separate SKUs, with the same scheme and coloration as the Xbox Series X|S
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The ROG Xbox Ally is Microsoft's big swing for PC gaming handhelds
Asus made heavy revisions to the Ally for itsa new Xbox-branded model, though it's still running Windows 11 underneath. We've seen it teased, we've seen it leaked, but the first "portable Xbox" (those quotes are doing a lot of work, yes) was revealed last night during Microsoft's latest Xbox
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ROG Xbox Ally is coming for Steam Deck, not Nintendo Switch 2 -- here's why
Xbox is getting serious about its "Play Anywhere" promise, with the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X finally being revealed. And now, Microsoft has its very own gaming handheld -- right off the bat of the Nintendo Switch 2. Being from one of the Big 3 in gaming (Sony, Microsoft and Nintendo), I'd
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Xbox's rumored handheld console is real and it's called ROG Xbox Ally
About a month ago, images leaked of an Xbox-branded gaming handheld that looked a lot like an Asus ROG Ally. Now we know why. During a showcase livestream on Sunday, Microsoft's gaming division confirmed the device's existence in an official capacity. Well, there are two devices, actually: The ROG
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'Inconceivable even three years ago': hands-on with Xbox's flashy new handheld console
The new ROG Xbox Ally handheld games machines will be available at the end of the year - here's what it's like to play on one Just a few days after Nintendo finally released its follow-up to the Switch, Microsoft has announced its own long-rumoured handheld console: the Xbox Ally. This is a very
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Microsoft's ROG Xbox Ally will feature a new "Xbox full-screen experience" to finally rival the Steam Deck's ease of use - and more Windows 11 gaming handhelds will get it too
The new "full-screen experience" will help streamline gaming for handheld users with a portable-friendly user interface Microsoft has been looking into ways to improve the gaming experience for handheld users, after the recent reception and high praise that Valve's SteamOS has received for its
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The ROG Xbox Ally fixes the worst problem with Windows handhelds
A few years ago, there was a moment when I felt like the only thing that could make the Steam Deck better was if it would ditch Linux for Windows. That turned out to be one heck of a monkey's paw. As soon as competing handhelds flooded the market, all equipped with Microsoft's OS, I realized
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Xbox Ally X handheld using new AI tech in 'ways that haven't even been imagined'
As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. TweakTown may also earn commissions from other affiliate partners at no extra cost to you. Xbox's new handheld will use AMD's AI chip technology to help supercharge the user experience, but exact details remain unclear. Today, Microsoft
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Xbox Ally's new 'Xbox experience' custom Windows 11 gaming OS coming to other handhelds in 2026
As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. TweakTown may also earn commissions from other affiliate partners at no extra cost to you. Microsoft has made a new special version of Windows 11 specifically tailor-made for PC gaming handhelds, and Microsoft has plans to release this new
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ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X Handhelds Unveiled at Xbox Games Showcase
They offer an Xbox UI with an upgraded Game Bar and Game Copilot support Microsoft on Sunday announced two new handheld gaming PCs at Xbox Games Showcase. Developed in collaboration with Asus, the new ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X become the first Xbox-branded handheld devices from the
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Everything we know about the Asus ROG Xbox Ally
The long-rumored Xbox handheld is finally official, and it turns out it is indeed a collaboration between Asus and Microsoft. Dubbed the ROG Xbox Ally, the new device is less of a console and more of a portable PC, boasting beefy specs and optimization for Windows 11 that will benefit playing on
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I think we've finally got the full Xbox handheld we've been waiting for | Stuff
Microsoft has been working with Asus on the project, no stranger to handhelds itself with its ROG Ally line At its Xbox Showcase Microsoft finally revealed an Xbox handheld console as has been long rumoured. It turns out that it's been working with Asus on the project, no stranger to handhelds
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Xbox handheld console is here. Meet the Xbox Ally's
Microsoft is launching two handheld gaming devices, the Xbox Ally and the more powerful Xbox Ally X, equipped with AMD's AI Z2 Extreme processor. The Ally X mirrors the Asus ROG Ally X specs, featuring a 1080p display with a 120Hz refresh rate.Microsoft has unveiled two versions of its new handheld
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Microsoft partners with Asus to launch two new handheld gaming devices, the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X, running Windows 11 and offering access to multiple game stores.
Microsoft and Asus Collaborate on New Handheld Gaming Devices
Microsoft has partnered with Asus to introduce two new handheld gaming devices, the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X, set to launch during the 2025 holiday season
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. These devices represent Microsoft's first foray into the handheld gaming market, combining elements of the Xbox ecosystem with Asus' ROG Ally series.
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Hardware Specifications
Both models feature a 7-inch 1080p IPS display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 500 nits of brightness
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. The ROG Xbox Ally, the entry-level model, is powered by an AMD Ryzen Z2 A processor, 16GB of RAM, and includes 512GB of SSD storage2
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The devices differ slightly in weight and battery capacity. The ROG Xbox Ally weighs 670g and has a 60Wh battery, while the ROG Xbox Ally X weighs 715g and features an 80Wh battery
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. Both models include Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.4, and a microSD card slot for expandable storage4
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Running on Windows 11, these handhelds boot directly into a new "Xbox Experience for Handheld" interface
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. This optimized UI minimizes background activity to enhance gaming performance. Users can access games from various storefronts, including the Microsoft Store, Steam, Epic Games, and Battle.net2
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The devices support Xbox Game Pass, cloud gaming, and remote play from Xbox consoles
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Design and Controls
The ROG Xbox Ally devices feature a design that combines elements of the ROG Ally and Xbox controllers
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. They include contoured grips inspired by Xbox Wireless Controllers and a dedicated Xbox button for quick access to the Game Bar overlay3
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. The Xbox Ally X model also incorporates impulse triggers for enhanced haptic feedback4
.Market Positioning and Availability
While pricing details have not been announced, the ROG Xbox Ally is expected to be more affordable than the Xbox Ally X
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. The devices will initially launch in 28 countries, including the United States, Canada, and various European and Asian markets2
.This collaboration between Microsoft and Asus represents a significant step in expanding the Xbox ecosystem beyond traditional consoles and PCs
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. By offering access to multiple game stores and leveraging Windows 11, these handhelds aim to provide a versatile gaming experience that bridges the gap between PC and console gaming.References
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