Playing your Xbox games anywhere, anytime is finally a reality, thanks to the Asus ROG Ally and ROG Ally X handheld consoles. Presented at the Xbox Showcase 2025 during Summer Game Fest, these two machines from Asus and Xbox combine power, mobility and gaming comfort. Their release date, announced at Gamescom 2025, has confirmed their arrival on the market: the ROG Ally and ROG Ally X have been available since October 16, 2025, offering a complete gaming experience, even on the move.
The Asus ROG Ally and ROG Ally X handheld consoles run Windows 11 and feature a fluid, immersive Xbox interface, specially designed for mobile gaming. The ROG Ally is aimed at gamers looking for a versatile, accessible configuration, while the ROG Ally X targets a more demanding audience, looking for superior performance and a high-end gaming experience.
The ergonomics of these two machines are also directly inspired by Xbox controllers, with streamlined handles, Hall-effect sticks and analog triggers. The 7" Full HD, 120 Hz screen ensures remarkable fluidity, while the redesigned Xbox Game Bar provides instant access to your library, friends or settings. Xbox Ally X features pulse feedback triggers for enhanced precision in action games.
The ROG Xbox Ally is aimed at a wide range of gamers. The Xbox Ally, with its AMD Ryzen Z2 A processor, 16 GB RAM and 512 GB SSD storage, targets gamers who want a fluid, versatile experience. It's perfect for those who want to play on the move without compromise. Conversely, the Xbox Ally X, with its Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme, 24GB RAM and 1TB SSD, is aimed at enthusiasts hungry for performance and graphics optimization.
Thanks to Windows 11 and the Xbox environment, both consoles offer immediate access to Xbox Game Pass, Steam, Epic Games Store and Battle.net. And for fans of PlayStation titles, compatibility with PC games means that titles such as God of War, Spider-Man or The Last of Us can be launched directly from these machines. Microsoft confirms: " Because these handhelds run on Windows, you have access to all the games you can play on Windows PCs ".
On switching on one of the consoles, the user is directly greeted by a full-screen Xbox interface designed for portability. The Game Bar lets you navigate between games, chat with contacts or adjust settings without leaving the Xbox universe. System resource management has also been optimized to maximize in-game performance, with high framerate and minimal latency. The Quick Resume function lets you instantly return to the last game launched.
Last but not least, particular attention has been paid to software compatibility. Discord, Twitch, PC mods and the Gaming Copilot AI assistance tool are integrated, and certain games, such as Roblox, will be natively optimized for these consoles. A specific logo will indicate which games are compatible or playable via the cloud. With this strategy, Microsoft is asserting its determination to centralize the Xbox experience on a single device, whether fixed or portable.
The Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X share many features: 7-inch 120 Hz FHD screen, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.4, replaceable M.2 SSD storage, 60 Wh battery (and 80 Wh for the X version). Both models come with a 65 W charger and stand. In short, these are true miniaturized gaming PCs, " a machine whose chip was unimaginable three years ago ", according toAMD's Jack Huynh. All that's missing now is a price and a pre-order date to see if this promise will seduce beyond the buzz.
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