Customer Ratings & Reviews

I’ve been really impressed with the ASUS ROG Ally as a handheld gaming device. Performance is excellent for the size, and it runs games smoothly with sharp visuals and responsive controls. The screen looks great, and the overall build feels solid and comfortable for longer sessions. What I like most is the flexibility—being able to jump into Xbox Game Pass and play a huge library on a handheld feels like the best of console convenience with PC freedom. Setup was straightforward, updates were easy, and once everything is tuned, it’s a reliable daily driver for gaming at home or on the go. If you want a premium handheld that can handle modern games and pairs perfectly with the Xbox ecosystem, this is an easy 5-star buy.

I have 1 month with this device and have no bad comments, obviously is a small device that doesn't have the same features as a gaming laptop, is portable that's mean that the battery life is around around 2 hours depending on what kind video-game are you playing, the display have the right size for this kind of device, the graphics are very good, not excellent, it's a portable device The sound is surprisingly loudly and have a good definition, it's better than I expected.

This was a great purchase for travel or wanting to game from inside my home but not at me office. I installed Parsec on my local gaming PC and the Parsec client to use my home desktop as streaming source to improve battery life. gaming on it using only its hardware is acceptable so long as you're not looking to play modern AAA titles. Overall a great purchase, you could probably even turn this handheld into a retro gaming device if you wanted too!

It's a great product but due to the ram size and and storage space it's worth paying the extra 500 dollars for more ram and storage and get the ally x but if your wanting something for the kids or for light gaming this is a great device.

The ROG Xbox Ally Gaming Handheld is a powerful device that offers a great gaming experience. Unboxing and setup – The handheld is nicely packaged and well protected. The initial setup is fairly straightforward; although it is a little time consuming between the Windows setup/login and required updates. Remember to check for additional updates in Armory Crate (ie: bios updates). It maybe took 15-20 minutes from starting to being able to download my first game but this may depend on your internet speed. It boots into a full screen Xbox UI/experience and feels similar to the Xbox console. Software – The Xbox full screen UI/experience is well designed. Multiple apps are available to download to access your favorite games including Battle.net, Epic Games Store, GOG Galaxy, Steam, and Ubisoft Connect PC. Once games are downloaded, they all show up under the library tab with a symbol denoting which app they are from. Armory Crate can be accessed for additional performance/lighting settings by hitting the respective button in the top left corner. Holding down the Xbox button is similar to alt tab on a computer. It shows everything you have open and allows you to access the Windows desktop. One thing to keep in mind is by opening the Windows desktop mode additional processes are loaded into the memory. This can decrease gaming performance while in the full screen UI. The only way to fully unload the memory is to restart the device. Lastly, many of the preinstalled Windows programs such as LinkedIn, Word, Outlook, etc are totally unnecessary. Yes, this is a Windows based product, but the number of users who will actually utilize these programs has to be incredibly small. Gaming experience – I have played both Indian Jones and Arc Raiders. The gameplay was surprisingly smooth, averaging 40-50 fps. This device uses the AMD Ryzen Z2 A processor. It is best designed for 720p gaming. If you are looking for 1080p gaming, you should consider the ROG Xbox Ally X variant instead. Battery life is respectable. After about 45 minutes of intense Arc Raiders gameplay utilizing turbo mode I had about 50% left. The controller is fantastic and in my opinion the best when compared to the competition. It is well integrated into the device with examples including the initial passcode screen and system prompts being mapped to the buttons. Additionally, despite being a large device, it feels incredibly ergonomic. I am able to play for extended periods of time without any significant hand fatigue. Overall, I really like ROG Xbox Ally Gaming Handheld and I would recommend it to anyone getting into the handheld market. It is an incredibly powerful device.

So far it's pretty great! Definitely going to take some time for all the updates, but very useful for portable gaming. I've played palworld so far mostly (on steam and on Xbox). Runs well. You will probably want to buy one of the power/dock stations if you plan on playing on a TV or monitor or if you want to plug in mouse/keyboard. Got it on sale for 500, definitely worth it, I think the full price would be a little much though.

I'm a big Xbox fan and being able to have this level of gameplay and accessibility on the go is great for me. Beautiful screen and a dedicated Xbox button are great. This system boasts big sound as well. I wish there were even more games available as I have collected a lot over the years but I appreciate the ones that are there and they look fantastic! You'll need additional memory for gaming on the go but you can stream a bunch over Wi-Fi from gamepass. They play flawlessly (even Fortnite) and you will save memory. I bought an extra 1tb micro SD card for when I won't have a connection and a case for travel. Love it!

The ROG Xbox Ally has completely changed the way I game. The performance is incredible for a handheld AAA games run smoothly, load times are fast, and the visuals on the screen are sharp and vibrant. It truly feels like having a high-end gaming PC in the palm of your hands. What really stands out is the versatility. Being able to access Xbox Game Pass, Steam, and other PC platforms makes this device incredibly powerful and flexible. The controls are responsive, the ergonomics are comfortable even during long sessions, and the cooling system does an excellent job keeping everything running efficiently. Setup was straightforward, and once customized, the Ally becomes a seamless part of your gaming lifestyle whether at home, traveling, or on a quick break. Xbox and ROG team absolutely delivered with this device. If you’re looking for premium portable gaming without compromises, the ROG xbox Ally is worth every penny.

I’ve been blown away by the performance of the ROG Ally. The AMD Ryzen Z2 A processor handles everything I throw at it AAA titles, emulators, and even some light productivity work . The 7” FHD 120Hz display is stunning; games look incredibly smooth and vibrant, and the refresh rate makes a huge difference for competitive play. The build quality feels premium and comfortable to hold for long sessions, and the controls are responsive and precise. I also love that it runs Windows, which gives me the flexibility to install any launcher or app I want work flawlessly. Battery life is solid for the power it packs, and the quick charge gets me back in the game fast. Overall, this is hands down the best handheld gaming experience I’ve ever had. If you want desktop-level gaming in a portable form factor, the ROG Ally delivers in every way.

Definitely worth buying! I play casual games but the battery last pretty much 4/5 hrs. It definitely worth it in my opinion. The customization for the gaming is awesome too. Not a fan of Windows but still would buy again

I got this on a whim because I was in a market for one and the Xbox Ally has just released that week. I decided to get one and honestly it’s nice. Realistically while I’m on the go I get a good 3 to 4 hours after tweaking the settings to max performance on it. The games I mainly play are DBD, the Digimon story games, Kingdom Hearts, and a few others but most of them have all been able to run at 60 fps and that is all I need. I’ve had it for awhile now before I had wrote this.

As other reviews have mentioned, don’t buy this if you have a massive Xbox games library you hope to play on the go. Xbox Play Anywhere games work well, but its still hit and miss in terms of which games are available. Otherwise, Steam and GOG games work great. Xbox Ally has more than enough compute for indie and medium quality games, but I havent tried anything like Clair Obscura (let alone Cyberpunk), so buyer beware if you want to try running graphics intensive games on it.

My husband bought this handheld Xbox thing (I don’t even know what it’s officially called, probably “The Best Purchase Ever,” according to him). All I know is that ever since it arrived, he’s been completely entertained, and I’ve been able to actually get things done around the house. Battery life? Long enough for me to fold laundry, clean the kitchen, and maybe even sneak in a nap. Graphics? He says they’re “amazing,” but the real beauty is the sound of silence while he’s playing. 10/10 would recommend, especially for anyone who needs a break from being their partner’s main source of entertainment.

The ROG Ally shines as a handheld gaming device, delivering smooth performance and crisp visuals in a portable form factor. It’s perfect for single-player adventures, indie titles, and retro gaming, where comfort and convenience matter more than ultra-demanding online shooters. The ergonomic design and bright display make long sessions enjoyable, while its versatility ensures you can dive into your favorite games anywhere. For handheld-focused players, it strikes a great balance between power and portability without overcomplicating the experience.

As long as your expectations are tempered, this is a wonderful Handheld device, the Ryzen Z2A is basically a Steam Deck APU with higher clocks and power targets delivering a comfortable gaming experience at 1080p, and a fantastic battery life for gaming on the go, the fact that this device supports DisplayPort pass through means that you can transform this from a little handheld device to a full desktop style setup with a monitor, mouse and keyboard with only one USB dock, absolutely recommend for anyone who travels or is looking for a small gaming device without the hassle of juggling cables and space for a laptop

This thing is on a whole Nother level. I have built PCs for years. I have built laptops for years. I’ve played Xbox. I’ve played every single console that you could ever think about or even know of handheld systems PCs all of the above but this this is the best thing I’ve ever put in my hands. It worked beautifully and the graphics on it are unbelievable battery unbelievable quality unbelievable I’m extremely impressed

Great purchase! Purchased for my husband for his birthday because he travels for work and this helps with the time on flights and nights at the hotel. He loves that he can play his Xbox games, but also enjoys that he can play steam games as well. Screen size is a great size and the sound is amazing. The handle grips make it easy to handle and play. My husband is very happy with it.

I’ve been using the ROG Xbox Ally handheld for a bit now, and here are my honest thoughts: What I Like Great ergonomics & screen: It feels comfortable in the hands for long gaming sessions, and the 7″ 1080p display with 120 Hz looks sharp and smooth. Windows + Xbox experience: I love having access to all my PC games and Xbox Game Pass titles in one device — it’s like a portable gaming PC and console in one. Good for indie & casual titles: Games that aren’t super demanding run great, and cloud gaming through Game Pass also works really well.

This is a decent budget model handheld PC with the best form factor for comfortable handheld gaming on the market. It's Xbox marketing will disappoint a lot of people who will fine the Windows Full Screen Experience (FSA) a shallow replacement for an actual Xbox experience, but it does run a surprising number of top tier games just fine....notably Microsoft published titles like Horizon 5, Gears 5 and Gears Reloaded, Halo Master Chief Collection, etc. all run pretty well on this, but other games may struggle. It's hampered by only 512GB of storage, and the expansion slot for an SSD is often insufficient for running modern games, but I use the SSD slot to load older games and less demanding titles. Get this thing on sale if you can find it and want a Steam Deck replacement, and aren't too worried about high end performance (say, you prefer indie titles and older titles for gaming). But if you want performance and can save up to get something better (such as the Xbox Ally X) I suggest you do that. My personal preferred handheld is the Legion Go 2, but you can buy like 2 and 1/2 of these for the same price so YMMV.

his product exceeded my expectations. The build quality feels solid and comfortable, and the performance has been smooth and reliable from day one. Setup was easy, controls are responsive, and everything works exactly as advertised. It’s clear a lot of thought went into the design and user experience. I’ve been using it regularly and have had no issues at all. Definitely worth the purchase and I would recommend it to anyone considering it.