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ASUS ROG Xbox Ally Handheld (2025): 7" 1080p 120Hz AMD Ryzen Z2 A, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD for
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ASUS ROG Xbox Ally is a Windows handheld that appeals most for portable PC gaming and Xbox Play Anywhere titles, with an Xbox controller style grip and a 7 inch 1080p 120 hertz screen. The community also notes that Steam can run on it, and Game Pass games can be played offline after an online launch or with offline permissions enabled. The main drawback is game support, since it does not play all Xbox games and several big releases are not available unless they are on PC or Game Pass. Performance is also described as modest for the price, making it a better fit for lighter use than for chasing the biggest games.
The device can play Xbox Play Anywhere games for cross-device access to saves.
The Xbox controller form factor can make switching from an Xbox setup easier.
Some Game Pass titles can be cloud streamed, which can expand playable options.
ROG's guidance indicates Game Pass games can be played offline after launching online within 14 days.
The device does not play all current-gen Xbox games, which can limit expectations for Xbox exclusives.
The discount may signal weaker post-release demand, and the device reportedly does not play Xbox games.
The handheld reportedly has mediocre or bad performance compared with other devices.
Game support can feel limited, and big-name games may require owning them or using Game Pass.
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TBH this appeals to me because I can take my Xbox library on the go and have a portable pc and access to all the other pc games. Plus the Xbox controller handles will make it an easy switch.
Open to alternatives, especially at this price point.
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Per ROG's website [Per ROG%27s website, it is possible to play Game Pass games offline, even if you do not own a full copy of them.https], it is possible to play Game Pass games offline, even if you do not own a full copy of them. As long as you've launched the game while online once in the last 14 days, you should be good to go. You can also enable more permanent offline permissions by going to settings and enabling Offline Permissions (only available on one device per account at a time). The Xbox page [xbox.com] suggests that the designation is mandatory for offline play. Regardless, very doable assuming this is the only device where you plan to play offline.
I'm in the market for a handheld focused on the Xbox ecosystem, so this comment concerned me but also seemed questionable. So I actually did the research in case anyone else comes to read this down the road.
Per ROG's website [Per ROG%27s website, it is possible to play Game Pass games offline, even if you do not own a full copy of them.https], it is possible to play Game Pass games offline, even if you do not own a full copy of them. As long as you've launched the game while online once in the last 14 days, you should be good to go. You can also enable more permanent offline permissions by going to settings and enabling Offline Permissions (only available on one device per account at a time). The Xbox page [xbox.com] suggests that the designation is mandatory for offline play. Regardless, very doable assuming this is the only device where you plan to play offline.
for what you're getting, the regular one is overpriced...maybe a good sale on the more expensive one that actually offers you something better...I don't really care for game pass, their setup situation when i tried them on windows was quite annoying
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1. It is EXTREMELY difficult to get a refurbished SD OLED. I wouldn't wait for that.
2. I think that you meant the ROG Ally XBox slots below the Steam Deck. The Ally X is a bit above the Deck.
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