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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$700", what an amazing savings...I'm in the same boat in terms of waiting for real end user reviews, except I don't own a Deck. I was looking at the 64gb $399 model or going with the ROG Ally at $699.
I saw YouTube videos of the Ally struggling to run Returnal on lower settings, the Armory Crate being clunky, and a less than polished user experience.
If anything, the Deck showed that it takes time for a manufacturer to polish a product. However, I've heard mixed opinions on Asus too. Real world reviews are key, especially since $699 is a lot more coin on a powerful handheld gaming PC.
Yeah, more powerful than a Steam Deck, but it seems they completely ignored battery life.
Also, with the ASUS motherboard fiasco right now... I guess some people's confidence in ASUS didn't waiver.
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Sorry, but the promo code apr24emob25 is not eligible with the item(s) in your order.
I guess I still get 10% back in rewards, so not a complete loss I guess.
For those wondering about a hard inquiry on your credit. Do some research, it doesn't really impact your credit score much at all. It would only be an issue if you make frequent hard inquiries. A few a year is nothing.
Basically, the Ally is noticeably faster, but not nearly as fast as these mega-influencers are parroting from ASUS. And yes Linus will straight face lie to you, or at best gloss over the bad parts, for views and more money. Who wouldn't in his position? Influencers are entertainers who shill things at their core. Once you are aware of that though, you can just enjoy them for their entertainment value, to which LTT are some of the better entertainers on the platform.
On a side note, but just kinda funny and sad, in an attempt to drum up FOMO, Linus says the Ally will sell out quick. But as of right now, on BestBuy's website, its still very not sold out. I was able to reserve one several hours after release. And honestly, if someone is interested, they should just reserve one and draw their own conclusions since BestBuy's return policy is pretty great (I'm not paid by ASUS to say this I swear).
It's good to have concerns and a healthy dosage of doubt but some of you guys really are stretching. I don't think I've seen a review yet that does not point out the issues with the Ally. Taken as a whole, the overwhelming response is positive. This isn't some conspiracy guys. Asus' lawyers are not handing suitcases of money to reviewers (or the equivalent of some sort). Maybe the positive reviews are because they view the device favorably. I don't understand why that can't be a possibility.
Yeah, more powerful than a Steam Deck, but it seems they completely ignored battery life.
Also, with the ASUS motherboard fiasco right now... I guess some people's confidence in ASUS didn't waiver.
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