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ASUS ROG Xbox Ally: 7" FHD 120Hz, Ryzen Z2 A, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD + 4 Games
$490
$810
39% off
(Costco Members) + Free Shippingat Costco Wholesale
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Costco Wholesale has for their Members: ASUS ROG Xbox Ally Gaming Handheld: 7" FHD 120Hz, Ryzen Z2 A, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD + 4 Free PCDD Games (2006582) on sale for $489.99. Shipping is free.
Thanks to Deal Hunter tDames for posting this deal.
Note: A Costco Membership is required to purchase this item. A Steam account is required to activate/purchase and play (free to join).
Game Bundle Includes:
Thanks to Deal Hunter tDames for posting this deal.
Note: A Costco Membership is required to purchase this item. A Steam account is required to activate/purchase and play (free to join).
Game Bundle Includes:
- Starfield
- Unknown 9: Awakening
- Lies of P
- Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2
- 7" 1920x1080 FHD 120Hz IPS Display, 500 nits, FreeSync Premium
- AMD Ryzen Z2 A 4-Core Processor (up to 3.8GHz)
- AMD Radeon RDNA2 Integrated Graphics, 8 Cores, up to 1800MHz
- 16GB LPDDR5-6400MHz Memory
- 512GB M.2 2280 Solid State Drive
- Wi-Fi 6E (2 x 2) + Bluetooth 5.4
- Windows 11
- Ports:
- 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C with DisplayPort 1.4 / Power Delivery 3.0
- 1x UHS-II microSD card reader (supports SD, SDXC and SDHC)
- 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack
- 60Wh Battery
- Size: 290.8x121.5x50.7mm, 670 grams (~1.47 lbs)
Editor's Notes
Written by SubZero5 | Staff- About this deal:
- $100 manufacturer's savings is valid 02/17/26 through 02/22/26. While supplies last. Limit 5 per member.
- Must Redeem Games by 05/02/2026. Eligible on ASUS ROG Xbox Ally Purchases on Costco.com. While supplies last
- Get 1%-5% cash back on deals like this with a cash back credit card. Compare the available cash back credit cards here.
- Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
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Costco Wholesale has for their Members: ASUS ROG Xbox Ally Gaming Handheld: 7" FHD 120Hz, Ryzen Z2 A, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD + 4 Free PCDD Games (2006582) on sale for $489.99. Shipping is free.
Thanks to Deal Hunter tDames for posting this deal.
Note: A Costco Membership is required to purchase this item. A Steam account is required to activate/purchase and play (free to join).
Game Bundle Includes:
Thanks to Deal Hunter tDames for posting this deal.
Note: A Costco Membership is required to purchase this item. A Steam account is required to activate/purchase and play (free to join).
Game Bundle Includes:
- Starfield
- Unknown 9: Awakening
- Lies of P
- Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2
- 7" 1920x1080 FHD 120Hz IPS Display, 500 nits, FreeSync Premium
- AMD Ryzen Z2 A 4-Core Processor (up to 3.8GHz)
- AMD Radeon RDNA2 Integrated Graphics, 8 Cores, up to 1800MHz
- 16GB LPDDR5-6400MHz Memory
- 512GB M.2 2280 Solid State Drive
- Wi-Fi 6E (2 x 2) + Bluetooth 5.4
- Windows 11
- Ports:
- 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C with DisplayPort 1.4 / Power Delivery 3.0
- 1x UHS-II microSD card reader (supports SD, SDXC and SDHC)
- 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack
- 60Wh Battery
- Size: 290.8x121.5x50.7mm, 670 grams (~1.47 lbs)
Editor's Notes
Written by SubZero5 | Staff- About this deal:
- $100 manufacturer's savings is valid 02/17/26 through 02/22/26. While supplies last. Limit 5 per member.
- Must Redeem Games by 05/02/2026. Eligible on ASUS ROG Xbox Ally Purchases on Costco.com. While supplies last
- Get 1%-5% cash back on deals like this with a cash back credit card. Compare the available cash back credit cards here.
- Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
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This ROG Xbox Ally bundle is best viewed as a portable Windows gaming handheld for on the go play, especially if you want an out of the box setup for Game Pass, Steam, emulation, and cloud streaming. The built in grips and Xbox like ergonomics stand out, and the 7 inch form factor is praised for portability and comfort. The bundle value is helped by the included games and Costco return policy. The main knocks are the underpowered Z2 A chip, the small screen for first person shooters, and a messy game redemption process that can require AMD verification steps.
buyers who want to avoid the risk of discontinued/refurb units because multiple commenters frame this Costco purchase as a safer, no-nonsense way to try a current handheld with the ability to return it rather than hunting used/discontinued alternatives.
people who want a simple out-of-the-box Windows/Xbox-style handheld for on-the-go gaming because the deal is positioned as an easy solution and the ergonomics are called out as better than the Steam Deck (less hand cramping, closer to an Xbox controller).
handheld buyers who mainly want to play Game Pass/Xbox-style games and don't need top-tier AAA performance because one commenter says it's an affordable option for GamePass games and that Windows won't make it faster, so the value is in having a flexible handheld rather than chasing ultra settings.
people who want a portable "complement" device rather than their only gaming system because one commenter says if you're not trying to play brand-new AAA on ultra settings, the $490 bundle is fair and works well as a handheld add-on.
emulation-focused handheld shoppers because commenters say the device is "excellent" for emulation and also flexible enough to install Bazzite/SteamOS options or dual-boot if you want a SteamOS-like experience.
Fortnite players who are shopping specifically for a handheld that can run it natively because commenters point out that SteamOS is a "no go on Fortnite," and they also describe Fortnite as a deal-breaker for Steam Deck compatibility.
buyers who rely on the included game redemption working smoothly on-device because commenters report the AMD verification/redemption process is a "mess," with the verification tool failing repeatedly and requiring multiple attempts.
people who want to use the handheld for competitive online play over spotty connections because commenters warn that streaming/remote play over hotspot or public Wi‑Fi is generally not an option and that Fortnite is a "forget about it" case due to intolerable lag/disconnects.
buyers who are sensitive to comfort and screen-size fatigue for text-heavy games because one commenter says Destiny 2 runs smoothly but the screen is too small, leading to fatigue from tiny text.
buyers who expect premium performance on a small 7-inch display because commenters argue that if you want a "premium" high-fidelity experience, a 7-inch screen isn't the way to go and that mobile units leave a lot to be desired.
people who are considering the Z2A specifically because multiple commenters say to "stay away" from the Z2A, calling it not worth the price and slower than the Z2 GO, with recommendations to look at Z1 Extreme/Z2 Extreme instead.
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You can test it right now if you have a smartphone with Bluetooth and an Xbox controller..... even the controller is optional if you wanna suffer through touch controls.
One thing I will note: Handhelds like the Retroid Pocket seem to do this a lot better than my Samsung Galaxy. I have enough input lag when playing on the Galaxy/Xbox controller that something like Pinball FX is borderline unplayable, but it works nearly flawlessly on my other Android handhelds. Probably because the Galaxy is running a bunch of other stuff in the background, has a much lower refresh rate (I have one of the really cheap budget models), and isn't using the built in controls of something like a Retroid.
But pinball is pretty niche. Most games that dont require as much precision (such as Halo, Forza, and various Doom games) play just fine with my phone/controller.
But I would absolutely encourage people to buy a Z1E Ally off of eBay, especially it is has an extended warranty on it. Those are great handhelds for that price.
Would I buy it? No. But there's so few good devices that are affordable right now, this might be a decent pickup for some people who are not looking for much. If you're into emulation, this device is going to be excellent. The one thing I will say about this device is that it's very flexible. You can install Bazzite if you want a SteamOS experience, you can dual boot with Windows, you can install SteamOS itself (not officially supported).
People spend a lot of time talking about how bad it is without acknowledging what it can do well. It's a great streamer for Xbox, Playstation, GamePass, GeForce Now, and Boosteroid, among others. It's great for emulation and it's great for Steam Deck levels of gameplay.
Good luck!
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It's a farking mess honestly
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