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512GB ASUS ROG Ally 7" AMD Ryzen Z1 120Hz FHD Gaming Handheld (2023) Expired

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ASUS has ASUS ROG Ally 7" 120Hz FHD 1080p Windows PC Gaming Handheld AMD Ryzen Z1 Processor 512GB White w/ 90-Day Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (2023, RC71L-ALLY.Z1_512) on sale for $399.99 - $10 when you apply coupon code ASUSJAN10 in cart = $389.99. Shipping is free.

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  • Play your way with the ROG Ally gaming handheld. 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. Equipped with an AMD Ryzen Z1 processor, a smooth 7-inch 1080p 120Hz touchscreen with AMD FreeSync technology, and ROG intelligent cooling, the ROG Ally takes handheld gaming on to a whole different level.

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Asus [asus.com] has ASUS ROG Ally 7" 120Hz FHD 1080p Windows PC Gaming Handheld AMD Ryzen Z1 Processor 512GB White w/ 90-Day Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (RC71L-ALLY.Z1_512) on sale for $399.99 - $10 when you apply coupon code 'ASUSJAN10' = $389.99. Shipping is free.
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Last Edited by eyeoncomputers March 28, 2024 at 08:09 AM
Specifications:
CPU: AMD Ryzenā„¢ Z1 Processor ("Zen4" architecture with 4nm process, 6-core /12-threads, 22MB total cache, up to 4.90 Ghz boost)
GPU: AMD Radeonā„¢ 740M Graphics (AMD RDNAā„¢ 3, 4 CUs, up to 2.5 GHz, up to 2.8 Teraflops)
RAM: 16GB LPDDR5 on board (6400MT/s dual channel)
Storage: 512GB PCIe 4.0 NVMeā„¢ M.2 SSD (2230)
Network: Wi-Fi 6E(802.11ax) (Triple band) 2*2 + BluetoothĀ® 5.2
Battery: 40WHrs, 4S1P, 4-cell Li-ion
Display:
- 7-inch FHD (1920 x 1080) 16:9 IPS-level glossy display
- sRGB: 100%
- Adobe: 75.35%
- GorillaĀ® Glass DXC
- GorillaĀ® Glass Victusā„¢
- Touch Screen (10-point multi-touch)
- Refresh Rate: 120Hz
- Response Time: 7ms
- Brightness: 500nits
- FreeSync Premium
I/O Ports:
- 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack
- 1x ROG XG Mobile Interface and USB Type-C combo port (with USB 3.2 Gen2, support DisplayPortā„¢ 1.4)
- 1x UHS-II microSD card reader (supports SD, SDXC and SDHC)

Link to Asus Product Page:
https://shop.asus.com/us/rog/90nv...oduct+Page

What is the difference between the Ryzen Z1 vs Ryzen Z1 Extreme?
- Z1 (non-Extreme) is like a Ryzen 5 (12 core) and has integrated Radeon 740M (4 CUs = 256 shaders)
- Z1 Extreme is like Ryzen 7 (16 core) and has integrated Radeon 780M (12 CUs = 768 shaders)

What are the gaming performance differences?
- the performance for general usage and 2D gaming is not noticeable
- heavy 3D games will be significant since the 780M is up to 3 times faster than the 740M depending on the game being played

Link for comparison for Radeon 780M and 740M:
https://www.notebookcheck.net/Rad...598.0.html

How does this perform against the Steam Deck?
- This falls short (at least 5-25% slower) of matching the Steam Deck in terms of overall gaming performance.
- This chart will help you visualize it: https://www.digitaltrends.com/wp-...m-deck.jpg
- This ROG Ally (Z1 non-Extreme) review does a good job breaking it down: https://www.digitaltrends.com/gam...z1-review/

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This article compares the ROG to a Steam Deck. It's a different model, but the Z1 does get mentioned in a couple paragraphs near the end, and it's not favorable.

https://www.digitaltrends.com/com...team-deck/
Make sure you want it.. Asus store is NOT fun returning!
$399 at best buy folks.. avoid Asus direct if you can!

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/asus...Id=6543664

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Make sure you want it.. Asus store is NOT fun returning!
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$399 at best buy folks.. avoid Asus direct if you can!

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/asus...Id=6543664
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This article compares the ROG to a Steam Deck. It's a different model, but the Z1 does get mentioned in a couple paragraphs near the end, and it's not favorable.

https://www.digitaltrends.com/com...team-deck/
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Quote from gonephishin213 :
This article compares the ROG to a Steam Deck. It's a different model, but the Z1 does get mentioned in a couple paragraphs near the end, and it's not favorable.

https://www.digitaltrends.com/com...team-deck/

I have both steamdeck and Zi Extreme. I used my steamdeck a lot before I got the Ally but now I rarely use the steamdeck. I think the Ally is better all around maybe with the exception of battery life.
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Not an extreme is a no go for meā€¦.
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Quote from ThirstyCruz :
$399 at best buy folks.. avoid Asus direct if you can!

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/asus...Id=6543664

If you've dealt with ASUS direct before, the letters "RCA" should invoke "PTSD"
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Stay away from this version. Extreme is the only viable option for a overall smooth gaming experience
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Note this isnt the extreme one that everyone wants
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Do tell.
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03-26-2024 at 04:15 PM.
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I bought one open box from BB, I love it. Would never play multiplayer games on it, but for the right types of games, it's great. Been playing Balatro, God of War, Pixelborn
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Quote from USMC_JESSE :
I have both steamdeck and Zi Extreme. I used my steamdeck a lot before I got the Ally but now I rarely use the steamdeck. I think the Ally is better all around maybe with the exception of battery life.

But this one isn't the Extreme, for those who may not know any better
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