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expiredpupster posted May 11, 2023 02:31 PM
expiredpupster posted May 11, 2023 02:31 PM

Pre-Order: 512GB ASUS ROG Ally 7" AMD Z1 Extreme 120Hz FHD 1080p Gaming Handheld

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Note: Although this Pre-Order is at MSRP, we are promoting it on the Frontpage due to positive feedback from the community.

Best Buy has for Pre-Order: 512GB ASUS ROG Ally 7" AMD Z1 Extreme 120Hz FHD 1080p Gaming Handheld (White, RC71L-ALLY.Z1X_512) for $699.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Members pupster & Chunkylemonmilk for sharing this deal.

Note: This product is scheduled to be released on 6/13/2023. Best Buy credit cardholders may be eligible for additional savings when you apply promo code APR24EMOB25 or MAY24EMOB25 at checkout.

Key Features/Specs:
  • Access any game that runs on Windows across all game platforms, including Steam, GOG, Xbox Game Pass, cloud gaming services, Android apps and more.
  • Play anywhere, anytime, using handheld mode or by connecting the Ally to a TV and linking multiple controllers to play with friends. The Ally even transforms into a gaming PC by connecting to ROG XG mobile eGPU and dock - supporting mouse, keyboard, monitor, and more of your favorite peripherals.
  • AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme Processor on Zen4 architecture (8-cores, 16 threads)
  • 7" 1080p 120Hz IPS Touchscreen with AMD FreeSync premium technology
  • 16GB LPDDR5 6400 RAM
  • 512GB NVMe PCIe 4 M.2 Solid State Drive
  • ROG intelligent cooling
  • AMD Radeon RDNA3 graphics (4GB VRAM, 12 compute units)
  • Wi-fi + Bluetooth
  • Virtual 5.1.2-channel surround sound powered by Dolby Atmos
  • 3-Months Xbox Game Pass Ultimate included
  • Weight: 1.34-lbs
  • 1-Year Warranty

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Note: Although this Pre-Order is at MSRP, we are promoting it on the Frontpage due to positive feedback from the community.

Best Buy has for Pre-Order: 512GB ASUS ROG Ally 7" AMD Z1 Extreme 120Hz FHD 1080p Gaming Handheld (White, RC71L-ALLY.Z1X_512) for $699.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Members pupster & Chunkylemonmilk for sharing this deal.

Note: This product is scheduled to be released on 6/13/2023. Best Buy credit cardholders may be eligible for additional savings when you apply promo code APR24EMOB25 or MAY24EMOB25 at checkout.

Key Features/Specs:
  • Access any game that runs on Windows across all game platforms, including Steam, GOG, Xbox Game Pass, cloud gaming services, Android apps and more.
  • Play anywhere, anytime, using handheld mode or by connecting the Ally to a TV and linking multiple controllers to play with friends. The Ally even transforms into a gaming PC by connecting to ROG XG mobile eGPU and dock - supporting mouse, keyboard, monitor, and more of your favorite peripherals.
  • AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme Processor on Zen4 architecture (8-cores, 16 threads)
  • 7" 1080p 120Hz IPS Touchscreen with AMD FreeSync premium technology
  • 16GB LPDDR5 6400 RAM
  • 512GB NVMe PCIe 4 M.2 Solid State Drive
  • ROG intelligent cooling
  • AMD Radeon RDNA3 graphics (4GB VRAM, 12 compute units)
  • Wi-fi + Bluetooth
  • Virtual 5.1.2-channel surround sound powered by Dolby Atmos
  • 3-Months Xbox Game Pass Ultimate included
  • Weight: 1.34-lbs
  • 1-Year Warranty

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Chunkylemonmilk
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If you have the Best Buy credit card, use code APR24EMOB25 for 10% off, $630 isn't too bad.
masterz13
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This one (Z1 Extreme) is the one to get. Don't get me wrong, the base Z1 seems superb compared to Steam Deck's comparable 512GB version, but damn, the Z1 Extreme is hitting 1080p/120fps in games like Forza and 60fps in RDR2, craziness.
cliquehere
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Usually the first batch of YouTube reviews would tend to praise a product at launch as those are from privileged reviewers who receive a free unit from the marketing department of a vendor. I'm waiting for real end user reviews to see if I'd get one myself or invest in upgrading the 64GB SSD on my Steam Deck. If the Ally had a touchpad and ran Steam OS it would be closer to a perfect handheld gaming device, though today's battery tech would still cause concerns to some but it's the same issue no matter which device you pick.

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macfableMay 11, 2023 04:30 PM
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Quote from JK1982 :
Battery life seems worrisome from what i seen in the reviews. Even so i just sold my steam deck 256gb yesterday for $500 to buy this
Out of curiosity where did you manage to get that much? Selling locally? I sold my on Swappa but only net'd ~$420
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If you have the Best Buy credit card, use code q2fy24save10pl for 10% off!

edit: looks like best buy might have removed this item from the deal... assuming that's the downvotes but my apologies :/
Last edited by Eragorn May 11, 2023 at 04:48 PM.
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OtakuladMay 11, 2023 04:32 PM
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Quote from tule415 :
Does this have an OLED screen?
Specs on the site says LED.
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michaeldnMay 11, 2023 04:34 PM
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Seems like a solid competitor to the Steamdeck based on the review from
Retro Game Corps. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7-WlPA8acro
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OtakuladMay 11, 2023 04:36 PM
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Quote from tule415 :
Thanks, I think I'm going to get the Zelda Oled instead.
I picked up one of those. Looks amazing. Can't wait for tomorrow.
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Quote from a_land :
if you play with this thing plugged in you will see an enormous performance boost
If I play with this thing plugged in I might as well get a laptop or desktop
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AshereyeusMay 11, 2023 04:45 PM
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For those ditching the deck for this, will you miss the touchpads? I don't own the deck but wonder how much of a loss that is for the ally if any.
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TheWanderingFoundMay 11, 2023 04:48 PM
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Quote from tule415 :
Thanks, I think I'm going to get the Zelda Oled instead.
Just to clarify, this deal is for a computer that functions as a handheld Windows gaming console, not a different version of a Switch. Two completely different things.
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AbeyBabyMay 11, 2023 04:50 PM
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Quote from mylittlepwny420 :
For those ditching the deck for this, will you miss the touchpads? I don't own the deck but wonder how much of a loss that is for the ally if any.
I really like the touchpads, one reason I probably won't ditch my Deck for this
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ariusvideoMay 11, 2023 04:53 PM
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Quote from Chunkylemonmilk :
If you have the Best Buy credit card, use code APR24EMOB25 for 10% off, $630 isn't too bad.
Thanks! I placed my order right before seeing this. Went back and canceled/reordered and was able to pre-order again WITH the code (saved me $70)!
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The ROG Ally is to the Steam Deck as the Game Gear was to the GameBoy.
A flash in the pan with awful battery life. I'll stick with Steam Deck, which has far better first-party and third-party better support.
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Random-slickdealer5May 11, 2023 04:57 PM
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I'll wait until it has a solid steamOS compatibility. The suspend feature is the best part of the deck for me. Not to mention the custom controller profiles, game compatibility, etc. Deck works great.

This might be good after a while but I remember 10 years ago when everyone tried to create "steam machines" with all of these windows profiles that worked more like a console, and maybe Alienware had the only half-usable one.
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j3d17373May 11, 2023 05:02 PM
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Selling my steam deck for this! Not crazy about battery life estimates though.
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