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expiredDanB2713 posted Sep 03, 2023 07:35 PM
expiredDanB2713 posted Sep 03, 2023 07:35 PM

Rog Ally - Open Box from $573

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YMMV; Bestbuy has open box versions of the ROG Ally handheld PC at a significant discount. I can't speak for the ROG Ally in particular but I've had good luck with other open box items from Best Buy, and they allow returns within a 15-day period if you're not satisfied:

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/asus...Id=6542964
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YMMV; Bestbuy has open box versions of the ROG Ally handheld PC at a significant discount. I can't speak for the ROG Ally in particular but I've had good luck with other open box items from Best Buy, and they allow returns within a 15-day period if you're not satisfied:

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/asus...Id=6542964

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Model: ASUS ROG Ally 7" 120Hz FHD 1080p Gaming Handheld (Open Box)

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Sep 03, 2023 08:23 PM
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bigbocoSep 03, 2023 08:23 PM
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Legion Go will be out next month. I will wait for black friday.
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Sep 03, 2023 10:07 PM
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Quote from ghostfreckle :
A lot of on-the-go Gaming you'll miss out on… There will ALWAYS be something new and better on the way.
Id normally agree but not in this instance.. id wait.
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euuser3088112Sep 03, 2023 11:04 PM
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This is the first gen. Wait till 2nd Gen when they refine and improve the concept.
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Lots of issues on Ally. There's issue where it will heat your SD card up, breaking it.
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Sep 04, 2023 01:48 AM
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spendingmoneyonjunkSep 04, 2023 01:48 AM
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Steam Deck is a much better deal, especially if you're willing to upgrade the SSD yourself (if you purchase the base 64GB model).
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Not going to debate the merits of Steam Deck vs Legion Go vs ROG Ally - if you want a gaming pc handheld today and it's gotta have Windows, the Ally is the best bet, and getting one for less than $600 is great. However, I remember seeing reports at launch that people were returning units with issues to Best Buy (such as with the sticks), only for BB to turn right around and sell them as "Open-Box." Maybe things have improved at BB since then, maybe people just weren't patient enough to install all the Ally's updates before returning them, and you do have a 15-day return window - just keep in mind that YMMV might REALLY apply to this deal, especially since there are quite a few reported issues with the Ally.

If you buy this, test it thoroughly.

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Sep 04, 2023 04:45 AM
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Peerless_WarriorSep 04, 2023 04:45 AM
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Quote from RyanK1796 :
Lots of issues on Ally. There's issue where it will heat your SD card up, breaking it.
Yes it kills SD cards. Bad deal ..
Sep 04, 2023 04:48 AM
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3pinephrineSep 04, 2023 04:48 AM
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FYI only fair condition is $573; anything excellent or above is $600+
Sep 04, 2023 06:37 PM
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TheBanditKingSep 04, 2023 06:37 PM
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Rip SD cards
Sep 04, 2023 07:23 PM
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tvoiceSep 04, 2023 07:23 PM
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I got an excellent condition last week. Came like new. Works great.
Sep 04, 2023 09:29 PM
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TheBanditKingSep 04, 2023 09:29 PM
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Quote from tvoice :
I got an excellent condition last week. Came like new. Works great.
Put a sd card in it
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Sep 05, 2023 12:26 AM
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tvoiceSep 05, 2023 12:26 AM
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Quote from TheBanditKing :
Put a sd card in it
Works fine so far. But I added a 2TB SSD so I only have little on SD. I have heard the updates have helped.
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LeviathanUltimaSep 05, 2023 12:31 AM
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Yeah you need to get 2TB nvme 2230 and you are good. Very useful during long flights.

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Sep 05, 2023 01:41 AM
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NickC3096Sep 05, 2023 01:41 AM
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Have had mine for a few months and play it everyday. Adult gamer with kids and busy job this thing has made gaming in the chaos of life a gamechanger. Play little bit here and there wherever, whenever. The infamous backlog slowly trimming down. No issues with SD card roasting but maybe I'm lucky. Love everything about this thing. Sold Steam Deck for this and once you get it set up it's legit.

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