Best Buy slashes $200 off the Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme, bringing the price down to just $449.99! This is the lowest price I've seen for a brand new unit, beating even Black Friday deals. This incredible offer also includes a free ROG Ally travel case, a one-month Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription, and two months of Crunchyroll Mega Fan access.
### Asus ROG Ally AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme Gaming Handheld
$649.99 now $449.99 (Save $200) at Best Buy
The Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme is a Windows 11 gaming handheld PC. This high-end model boasts an AMD Zen 4 based Z1 Extreme CPU, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD. Enjoy its vibrant 7" 1080p display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate.
Unlike its Linux-based Steam Deck competitor, the ROG Ally runs on Windows 11, offering compatibility with virtually all major game launchers: Steam, Battle.net, Xbox Game Pass, Epic Games Store, GOG, Ubisoft Connect, and more. This broad compatibility makes it a compelling choice for gamers who enjoy titles beyond Steam's ecosystem.
In our review, Robert Anderson praised the ROG Ally as "the portable Xbox Game Pass machine many fans have wanted." While acknowledging shortcomings like battery life and the lack of Steam Deck-style touchpads, he highlighted the Ally's fun factor and stunning 1080p screen, perfect for on-the-go gaming.
The competitive handheld gaming market is heating up. The Lenovo Legion Go S, a more compact device, is available for pre-order, launching in January 2025 (Z2 Go, 32GB RAM, $729) and a more affordable version in May 2025 (Z2 Go, 16GB RAM, $599). The Asus ROG Ally X, released in 2024, also offers superior performance but at a significantly higher price.
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