Best Buy slashes $200 off the Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme, bringing the price down to just $449.99 – a new low, even beating Black Friday deals! This incredible offer also includes a free ROG Ally travel case, a month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, and two months of Crunchyroll Mega Fan.
The Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme: A Powerful Handheld Gaming PC for $449.99
### Asus ROG Ally AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme Gaming Handheld
2$649.99 save 31%$449.99 at Best Buy
The Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme is a Windows 11 gaming handheld boasting an AMD Zen 4 based Z1 Extreme CPU, 16GB RAM, and a 512GB SSD. Its 7" 1080p display features a vibrant 120Hz refresh rate.
Unlike the Linux-based Steam Deck, the ROG Ally's Windows 11 compatibility opens it up to a wider range of game launchers including Steam, Battle.net, Xbox Game Pass, Epic Games Store, GOG, Ubisoft Connect, and more. This makes it particularly appealing to gamers who enjoy titles not readily available or easily installable on the Steam Deck.
In our review, the ROG Ally was praised as a fantastic portable Xbox Game Pass machine. While some drawbacks exist (user experience, battery life, lack of Steam Deck-style touchpads), its 1080p screen and powerful specs make it a compelling handheld gaming experience.
The Handheld Gaming Market Heats Up
With CES 2025 behind us, the handheld gaming PC market is becoming increasingly competitive. The Lenovo Legion Go S, while pricier, is a recent contender. A more affordable version, launching in May 2025, will offer a choice of Windows 11 or SteamOS for $599. The Asus ROG Ally X, released late 2024, offers superior performance but at a significantly higher price point.
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