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expiredpupster posted May 11, 2023 2:31 PM

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

$700

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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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Written by StrawMan86 | Staff

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Written by pupster
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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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Written by StrawMan86 | Staff

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Written by pupster

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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.
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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.
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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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May 11, 2023 5:56 PM
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Only up to 2 hours battery life, one review website gave battery estimates for Witcher 3.
Be prepared to make a return trip to your Best Buy

Turbo Mode (57 mins) at 30% brightness
Performance Mode (1hr 47 mins) at 30% brightness
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May 11, 2023 5:57 PM
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datasianMay 11, 2023 5:57 PM
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I wish the ROG Ally used a Thunderbolt port instead (or in addition to) their custom combo port for the GPU. I have a Razer Core X that can turn into a really decent makeshift GPU upgrade if you need the horsepower. It is old but it works well for any TB3 and TB4 devices I have laying around. Bandwidth is capped at up to 4 lanes of PCIe3 but that is enough for my uses.
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May 11, 2023 6:00 PM
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PeteyTheStrikerMay 11, 2023 6:00 PM
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I WANT this but I dont NEED this.... Looks really cool, I think I will wait for it to go on sale or maybe a open box from best buy.

Really do like this but with my gaming computer, my xbox, and my cellphone dont really need another form of gaming.
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May 11, 2023 6:00 PM
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txa1265May 11, 2023 6:00 PM
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Quote from jaderxiii :
any good youtube review on this device?
Since it is not yet commercially available, pretty much everything you see is pandering ASUS ads posing as 'reviews'. I have not seen a single one I would call honest - everything positive is parroting ASUS press wording and presented MAJOR LIFE CHANGING DIFFERENCE whereas anything that is not as good (basically ALL of the controls. you know - how you actually play games) is diminished.

Don't get me wrong - it looks awesome and of course I have pre-ordered one myself ... but what you're seeing now is not objective, these people want to keep getting pre-release items to review. That is the game.
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May 11, 2023 6:03 PM
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plantseedMay 11, 2023 6:03 PM
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Quote from masterz13 :
Sony's done with portables. The rumored one is just a cloud streaming device.
I hope not, Vita was actually decent despite its shit sales.
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May 11, 2023 6:13 PM
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WyoPupperMay 11, 2023 6:13 PM
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Quote from jwcdis :
Only up to 2 hours battery life, one review website gave battery estimates for Witcher 3.
Be prepared to make a return trip to your Best Buy

Turbo Mode (57 mins) at 30% brightness
Performance Mode (1hr 47 mins) at 30% brightness
Wow, that's terrible!
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May 11, 2023 6:29 PM
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May 11, 2023 6:31 PM
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samuraiX20May 11, 2023 6:31 PM
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Quote from masterz13 :
Sony's done with portables. The rumored one is just a cloud streaming device.
Don't know why you're being thumb down. This is true unless there was a new rumor.
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May 11, 2023 6:32 PM
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samuraiX20May 11, 2023 6:32 PM
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Quote from Save_your-dough :
Ps vita 2 will crush these things. Sony is on a rampage!
Unsure if trolling or smoking some really good stuff
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May 11, 2023 6:40 PM
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SysopMay 11, 2023 6:40 PM
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Quote from jwcdis :
Only up to 2 hours battery life, one review website gave battery estimates for Witcher 3.
Be prepared to make a return trip to your Best Buy

Turbo Mode (57 mins) at 30% brightness
Performance Mode (1hr 47 mins) at 30% brightness
There's a range of settings at play. ETA Prime says:
1080P Video Playback - 8:20
8 Watt TDP Gaming - 1:43
25 Watt - 1:04
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May 11, 2023 6:40 PM
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wangcho78May 11, 2023 6:40 PM
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If I didn't have Steam Deck then yes I'll get it. For now, I use SteamDeck + iPad Combo using Steam Remote. Works pretty well if you need larger screen. I'll replace mine when it's Steam Deck 2 or 3.
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May 11, 2023 6:42 PM
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gwlaw99May 11, 2023 6:42 PM
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Quote from Kuyei :
This doesn't have a pause button. As a dad, this is a requirement.
You could install something like this
https://store.steampowered.com/ap...r_by_Jase/
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May 11, 2023 6:48 PM
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TitanhunterzMay 11, 2023 6:48 PM
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Quote from Mando_DealHunter :
ETA prime clearly showed it doing both things in his review.

Only reason I'm passing is the fact that they excluded USB4 for their overpriced proprietary eGPU solution
To be fair their proprietary connector for the eGPU allows double iirc the bandwidth of USB4.
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May 11, 2023 6:52 PM
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jwcdisMay 11, 2023 6:52 PM
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Quote from Sysop :
There's a range of settings at play. ETA Prime says:
1080P Video Playback - 8:20
8 Watt TDP Gaming - 1:43
25 Watt - 1:04
8W TDP (Silent Mode) is worse than steam deck performance FYI

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May 11, 2023 6:52 PM
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TitanhunterzMay 11, 2023 6:52 PM
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Quote from jwcdis :
Only up to 2 hours battery life, one review website gave battery estimates for Witcher 3.
Be prepared to make a return trip to your Best Buy

Turbo Mode (57 mins) at 30% brightness
Performance Mode (1hr 47 mins) at 30% brightness
There were reports Asus might be selling a replaceable, larger battery for it? Talk about nickel and diming lol.

I still preordered it. The specs are just too good compared to the Steamdeck.
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