Customer Ratings & Reviews

I love how easy it is able to be used! Even though it's running Windows 11, it's like a compact version of it and Asus put their software on there to help better the experience with your games! Once you understand how everything works, it's a remarkable experience! Playing games wherever you like is amazing! The only downside to it is the battery life when gaming. It does die quicker without being on the plug, but its understandable since it's like a gaming PC. Overall I am extremely happy with my purchase.

I can't say enough good things about it but it is definitely an awesome piece of tech to own. I am also an owner of a steam deck, and there is some things that the Ally just does right. The 120hz display, the amazing sound, the weight, and a fingerprint reader?! Yeah it's great. I believe the steam deck still has a place and if it wasn't for the steam deck we wouldn't be here right now. Competition fuels innovation, and innovation is good for the consumer. If you are skeptical about picking one up, don't be, you won't regret it.

I love the ROG Ally. I have had it for a week now and I am blown away. Asus has been consistent with updates, and fixes for this device. It runs most games on medium to high. Games I have played have been, dying light 2, with a mix of high, medium and low. Plague Tale 1, on high on 10 to 15 watts, Persona 5 Royal on high while running at 10 watts. Older games are no sweat for this device. I accept the battery drain on this thing, because the performance is worth it, but its better than it was after some updates. Just get it already.

Bought it to be able to game nearly anywhere id like, so far, ive been playing diablo 4 and MW2. Very fast, great graphics and no issues so far. Excited to try some more things such as emulation and explore xbox gaming. Just need to be excited to learn and explore things before giving up. Its not really meant to be a desktop replacement, though you could buy the external video card for more power, expand the ssd, etc. if youre a beginner, stick to games compatible with controllers without manually having to tweak and setup.

This thing is awesome, display, comfort, sound, power of the device, except poor battery, but my solution is portable battery which gives me uninterrupted gaming for 12 plus hours. Ive been eyeing several handheld gaming devices for some time now but im glad i went with this one. I also plug in my Rokid Max glassed and my experience befomes on another level, its like playing on a huge TV without needing one, plus there is an adapter so I can charge and use glasses at the same time. Its a win win situation right there.

I'm incredibly impressed overall. If the device didn't have any hiccups, it would definitely be a 5 star review. Unfortunately, my first one was defective and had to be swapped, and apparently the entire batch has a chance for the sd card reader to fail and take your card with it, so it's currently not advised to use an sd card until Asus figures that out. I would also have liked for there to be a 32GB version, since it is a gaming pc with shared memory. 4GB VRAM is not enough for modern games, and if you bump it to 8, that only leaves you 8 for system memory which cuts it really close. 8 VRAM and 24 system would be so much more comfortable. It seems to work with any usb C dock that can take a 100W charger. I've been using mine like a console docked to my TV when at home and it works great. Upgrading the nvme drive is super easy as long as you use a 2230, mine is now 2tb internal storage no issues. Some folks have modded theirs to fit a 2280, and it fits, but i would not recommend as that will void any warranty or protection you have. Performance is really good, all things considered. Best handheld performance I've seen. Lightweight and comfortable to hold for long sessions. I would say best handheld on the market, but not until the hardware issues and Asus's QC get sorted out. If you don't mind a little hassle to get the best, grab the Ally. If you want to just get up and go without any fuss, the Steam Deck is still the better option for that. For now.

The ASUS ROG ALLY gets a 5/5 stars every time hands down! Runs every AAA game I have to play with ease! Whether I’m traveling or want to enjoy gaming while being able to sit on my couch while my family watches a movie, the Asus rog ally gives me that luxury! The folks down at Best Buy were able to answer all the questions I had about the console and were very professional and friendly! 5/5 stars for the console AND BEST BUY!

for a on the go device this thing does it all. It’s comparable to a 1650 gpu wise. But it plays anything or any game I throw at it. If u are on the road or just wanna play a game or get on the pc while on the couch or bed. This is the right thing for you! Definitely recommend an upgrade for ssd though!

As someone who owns a Steam Deck i bought this device cause i wanted just a little more power and i also wanted Windows so i could play my multiplayer games since Anti cheat doesnt play well with the Steam Deck. Im in love with it and its completely replaced the Steam Deck for me. Being able to play my game pass games and Battlefield and CoD and this thing runs it beautifully. Would highly recommend

I was always hesitant wtih peoducts like these due to the performance and resolution. Love the 1080p screen and the FPS that I can achieve on it. The only thing that would have made it better would have been an OLED but the LCD is also pretty good. I can definitely recommend this product and can’t wait to get my hands on a eGPU (ROG XG mobile). I get around mid 50s with CoD MW2 campaign with mixed settinf on 1080p and in NfS Monst Wanted (2005) ~170 fps on 1080p, so far it handled every game pretty well.

This is a solid handheld if you’re familiar with a windows platform. Though it is hard to navigate the touchscreen inputs. Overall build quality is good. Battery life is awful. But paired with a solid portable power bank that has a minimum output of 65w you can get some long sessions in at high settings.

Good and fast portable mini pc. Game run smooth and have a nice clear screen. Nice led lights tone with the with color.

I love this handheld console so much, it’s basically a PC with Xbox controls and it’s just amazing, honestly runs games a lot better than low eng gaming laptops and AAA games run like nothing, I love it so much that this is the second one I buy since it will be a gift for someone special on Christmas and I know they’ll love it as much as I do. Only down side is the storage but you can easily buy a 1 tb as card and have a bunch of games

The ASUS ROG Ally Z1 is an impressive handheld gaming device that truly shines in both cloud gaming and emulation. Its sleek design and comfortable ergonomics make extended play sessions enjoyable. When it comes to cloud gaming, the Ally Z1 delivers a seamless experience, effortlessly running services like Xbox Cloud Gaming and NVIDIA GeForce Now. The display quality is vibrant, and the controls are responsive, ensuring that fast-paced games feel fluid and immersive. For emulation enthusiasts, the Ally Z1 doesn’t disappoint. It handles a wide range of retro titles with ease, providing smooth performance even for demanding games. The device’s powerful hardware allows for high resolutions and enhanced graphics, breathing new life into classic titles. Overall, the ASUS ROG Ally Z1 is a fantastic choice for gamers who want versatility and performance, making it a standout option for both cloud gaming and emulation. Highly recommended!

This device far exceeds my expectations. That fact that it can play any game from almost any platform (including Steam) makes it far superior to the Stream Deck for me. The only thing preventing me from giving it five stars is the battery life. I could only play a game for about 25-30 minutes before the device needed to be recharged.

Compared to the Steam Deck, Rog Ally is a high-performance PC handheld console with a vibrant display and a high refresh rate. However, its drawback lies in battery life, as it can only sustain 1 hour of gameplay for AAA, requiring constant reliance on a charger. If you frequently use it outdoors, Steam Deck may be more suitable.

Purchased because i was wanting to have something portable and it does not disappoint. I have had it for 6+months and play on it almost every night. Being a windows machine i was able to download from steam, xbox, ea, and prime for all my gaming needs. The functionality of the armoury crate is neat as well. The only downside to the purchase was the hard drive space but thats an easy upgrade/fix with a external drive or if your are tech savy the internal installation is easy as well.

This exactly what I wanted without having to buy a new pc I absolutely love this so much perfectly for on the go the battery life isn’t to good but when I have it on the docking station most the time I have no complaints

Great proud to work in perfect condition super fast and efficient service very happy with my purchase

Gaming PC in the palm of your hand! We took this on a trip and played Subnautica and Horizon: Zero Dawn. Both performed excellently. The battery lasted long enough to game most of our two hour flight with some charge still left on it. Of course, we plug it in when possible as battery life is probably the weakest point. That said, I’d trade it for the power and clarity this delivers over the competition.