ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X

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Date Published: 17 Oct 2025

AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme
AMD Radeon 890M
7.0", FHD (1920 x 1080), 120 Hz, IPS
1000GB SSD
24GB RAM
0.71 kg (1.6 lbs)

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Specs

Display
7.0", FHD (1920 x 1080), 120 Hz, IPS

HDD/SSD
1000GB SSD

M.2 Slot
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo

RAM
24GB RAM

OS
Windows 11 Home

Body Material
Plastic / Polycarbonate

Dimensions
290 x 121 x 27.5 - 50.9 mm (11.42" x 4.76" x 1.08")

Weight
0.71 kg (1.6 lbs)

Ports and connectivity

1x USB Type-C
3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps), Power Delivery (PD), DisplayPort

1x USB Type-C
4.0, Thunderbolt 4, Power Delivery (PD), DisplayPort

Card Reader
microSD (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)

Ethernet LAN

Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 6E

Bluetooth
5.2

Audio jack
3.5mm Combo Jack

Features

Fingerprint reader

Web camera

Backlit keyboard

Microphone
Array Microphone with AI noise-canceling technology

Speakers
2x Stereo Speakers, Smart Amp, Dolby Atmos

Security Lock slot

Portability

ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X

11.42" x 4.76" x 1.08" Dimensions

0.71 kg (1.6 lbs) Weight

Average 7.0-inch laptop

0.66 kg (1.5 lbs) -7% Weight

Review

ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X in-depth review

This month marks a significant moment for handheld gaming as Microsoft officially enters the market - not by building a console from scratch, but by partnering with ASUS to debut the ROG Xbox Ally and the more powerful ROG Xbox Ally X. Today, we're looking at the Ally X: the premium model for enthusiasts. It's an ambitious device that combines the rich Xbox ecosystem (Game Pass, Xbox Live) with powerful PC hardware from ASUS in a direct attack on the Steam Deck's dominance.As the successor to the original ROG Ally X (2024), this "Xbox" model aims to fix the shortcomings of its predecessor. One of the biggest hurdles for Windows-based handhelds has always been the OS itself. While Windows is feature-rich, many gamers prefer the simplicity of a console, a need that Valve's SteamOS br[...]

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Pros

Game-changing, class-leading battery life
Exceptional CPU and GPU performance, the best in its class
Excellent 120Hz display that is fast, color-accurate, and PWM-free
Xbox Full-Screen Experience makes Windows feel like a console
Great connectivity with two USB-C ports, including USB4/Thunderbolt 4
Uses a standard, user-replaceable 2280 M.2 SSD

Cons

Heavier and thicker than the competition
Display is IPS, not OLED
Higher starting price ($999 in the U.S.)

Disassembly, maintenance and upgrade options

Before you start: Power the device off completely, disconnect the charger and any accessories, and hold the power button for a few seconds to discharge residual power. Work on a clean, soft surface to avoid scratching the shell. How to open the back shellPlace the Ally X face down, with the rear shell facing up. Make sure the thumbsticks and triggers aren’t pressing against the table. Undo all visible screws around the perimeter of the back shell using a suitable precision driver (Torx or Phillips, depending on the revision). Keep track of their position[...]