Xbox ROG Ally set for October 16 release, but doubts linger about attending the high-end event
The gaming world is abuzz with excitement as Asus ROG Xbox Ally handheld gaming PCs are set to make their debut on October 16, 2025. Pre-orders for these highly anticipated devices will reportedly open on August 20, 2025.
Two models will be available: the lower-end Xbox Ally, priced around €599 (approximately $600-700 USD), and the higher-end Xbox Ally X at about €899 (approximately $900-1000 USD).
The ROG Xbox Ally X boasts a more powerful processor, 24GB RAM, and 1TB NVMe SSD, while the standard ROG Xbox Ally comes with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage.
Microsoft and Asus are expected to reveal more details about the Asus ROG Xbox Ally during Gamescom 2025, coinciding with the pre-orders opening.
Meanwhile, other handheld gaming PCs are also making their way onto the market. The Lenovo Legion Go S is currently available on Amazon for $649.99, and the MSI Claw can be found for $568.94. Early benchmarks suggest the new MSI Claw A8, another gaming handheld, could potentially release before October, but with an expensive price point.
The existing Ryzen Z1 Extreme APU within the Asus ROG Ally and Lenovo Legion Go offers more performance compared to the new Ryzen Z2 A devices. However, pricing remains a significant concern for the Asus ROG Xbox Ally range, particularly for the base model.
For those who own the latest Nintendo Switch console, there's an ultimate starter pack available, while Valve's handheld owners can explore the best Steam Deck accessories and docks on our website. The Asus ROG Ally and Lenovo Legion Go S, both with similar AMD chipsets, are considered as potential Steam Deck OLED challengers.
Stay tuned for more updates as we approach the launch of the Asus ROG Xbox Ally. If you want to stay updated on the latest news from the gaming industry, sign up to our newsletter for weekly digests and stories from the communities you love.
- The much-anticipated Asus ROG Xbox Ally handheld gaming PCs, set to launch on October 16, 2025, will compete with other handheld gaming devices like the Lenovo Legion Go S and the MSI Claw.
- Pre-orders for the new Asus ROG Xbox Ally devices will open on August 20, 2025, and two models will be available: the lower-end Xbox Ally for around €599 and the higher-end Xbox Ally X for €899.
- The Xbox Ally X model features a more powerful processor, 24GB RAM, and 1TB NVMe SSD, while the standard ROG Xbox Ally comes with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage.
- Microsoft and Asus will reportedly reveal more details about the Asus ROG Xbox Ally during the Gamescom 2025 event, coinciding with the pre-orders.
- Interestingly, the existing Ryzen Z1 Extreme APU within the Asus ROG Ally and Lenovo Legion Go offers more performance compared to the new Ryzen Z2 A devices.
- Prices remain a significant concern for the Asus ROG Xbox Ally range, particularly for the base model, even as there are competitive deals on existing handheld gaming PCs like the Lenovo Legion Go S on Amazon.
- For Nintendo Switch owners, an ultimate starter pack is available, while Valve's handheld owners can find the best Steam Deck accessories and docks on our website.
- Keep an eye out for more updates as we approach the launch of the Asus ROG Xbox Ally. If you're into gaming technology, sign up for our newsletter for weekly updates and stories from the gaming communities you love.
