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Feb 17, 2026 8:51 PM

ASUS ROG Xbox Ally: 7" FHD 120Hz, Ryzen Z2 A, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD + 4 Games

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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:
  • Starfield
  • Unknown 9: Awakening
  • Lies of P
  • Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2
Specs:
  • 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.
  • About this store:
    • If you don't have a Costco Warehouse Membership, you can sign-up here
    • Details of Costco's return policy here.

Original Post

Written by tDames | Staff
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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:
  • Starfield
  • Unknown 9: Awakening
  • Lies of P
  • Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2
Specs:
  • 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.
  • About this store:
    • If you don't have a Costco Warehouse Membership, you can sign-up here
    • Details of Costco's return policy here.

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Written by tDames | Staff

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SlickCrayon1512
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Just don't buy. That crap z2a is from 2019.
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CoreyR2384
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Sure, but he already owns a Steam Deck. Wouldn't buying an entirely new device be much more of a drastic change than spending 15 minutes installing Windows on the Steam Deck?
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HH8669
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Buy steamdeck oled/ or AllyZ1E/Z2E all better than this
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Community Reviews

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.

Common Questions (5)

  • It is best suited for handheld play, indies, emulation, and modern games with tweaked settings rather than ultra AAA settings. The Z2 A is described as underpowered compared with Z1 Extreme/Z2 Extreme-class devices, but it is still considered a fair value at this price for portable gaming.

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  • Redemption goes through AMDRewards and requires a separate email with instructions, then registration, code entry, and an AMD Product Verification Tool before linking a Steam account. The process can be finicky, and setting the system clock to the current date/time may help the verification tool work.

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  • Yes, but performance depends heavily on connection quality. Solid Wi‑Fi works best; hotspot or public Wi‑Fi can add lag and disconnects, especially for competitive games like Fortnite, while cloud services such as Amazon Luna can work fine.

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  • Yes. It runs Windows, so Fortnite and other Windows-native games are available without SteamOS compatibility issues. That makes it a better fit than SteamOS handhelds for shoppers who want to avoid tinkering or game-specific workarounds.

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  • It is treated as a console with Costco's standard satisfaction guarantee rather than a 90-day electronics return window. That makes it a lower-risk way to try the handheld compared with used or refurbished alternatives.

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Feb 17, 2026 10:49 PM
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Quote from FireballJR View quoted comment :
Some people just want to pickup and play without having to make drastic changes in order to get what they want out of it.
Sure, but he already owns a Steam Deck. Wouldn't buying an entirely new device be much more of a drastic change than spending 15 minutes installing Windows on the Steam Deck?
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Feb 17, 2026 10:50 PM
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PhillipC6910Feb 17, 2026 10:50 PM
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Cool deal
Feb 17, 2026 10:59 PM
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siulamFeb 17, 2026 10:59 PM
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Why this front page? lol
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Feb 17, 2026 11:04 PM
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yougogreenFeb 17, 2026 11:04 PM
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Nope. Steam OS is the way.
Feb 17, 2026 11:25 PM
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GregD4538Feb 17, 2026 11:25 PM
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I have used both this and the Xbox Ally X, and I would say that $490 for this bundle is a fair price (especially given how much everything costs these days 😭).

There's a lot of shade being thrown around about the Z2a chip, and if you're looking to use this as your main and only gaming device, then sure splurge for something more expensive.
This is a handheld though, for me personally I'm not trying to play brand new AAA games on ultra settings. This is not the form factor for that.
So my 2 cents is if you're looking at handhelds as a complement to your current setups, then this is a pretty good option at this price.
Feb 17, 2026 11:25 PM
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oceanoneFeb 17, 2026 11:25 PM
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stay away from this one not even $300 worth
Z2A is an failure its slower as the Z2 GO which

i can only recommend Z1Extreme and Z2Extreme Handhelds right now
even with Ram shortage i would recommend to get 32 GB RAM due most units are not upgradable
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slicknewbie1Feb 17, 2026 11:49 PM
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Nice deal

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Feb 18, 2026 12:03 AM
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gamingdroidFeb 18, 2026 12:03 AM
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Quote from Phenomesaurus View quoted comment :
Wow - people really don't like this thing. The Ally Z1E or Z2E are older, discontinued units, right? So I'd have to look for a used one?I'm just looking for a simple, quick gaming on the go solution. I find myself often out and about, waiting for the kids to finish their lessons, etc. Also I would occasionally game at home when they've taken over the main TV that I would normally play Xbox on. I looked at the Steam Deck but (aside from availability issues right now) there are only two games I play right now: Helldivers 2 and Fortnite. Steam Deck can't play Fortnite. That's not to say I won't eventually play other games at some point but for now knocking one of the two games that I DO play off the compatibility list would be a nono.
The Z2E is the latest model. It's also known as Xbox ROG Ally X i.e. the higher end model of this.

The Z1E, and ROG Ally X (without Xbox branding) is the older discontinued models. Performance wise all these models are pretty close. This one performs below these discontinued models and are closer to performance to the lower end model of the ROG Ally Z1.
I own the Z1E and paid $450 for it brand new January of last year. However, I wish I got the ROG Ally X for $700 due to the eGPU connector and extra 8GB RAM. I like the form factor better than the newest Xbox ROG Ally X, but I value portability over comfort.
This isn't a bad deal for this device considering the alternative is used or pay a lot more. We just don't have a lot of better options at this point in time.
Last edited by gamingdroid February 17, 2026 at 04:06 PM.
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Feb 18, 2026 12:28 AM
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casetronicFeb 18, 2026 12:28 AM
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My Ally Z1e locked up after trying the latest windows update, no warranty from Asus anymore...wonder if I should grab this or wait for a deal on Legion Go S?
Feb 18, 2026 12:38 AM
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masterz13Feb 18, 2026 12:38 AM
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Quote from HilariousSeed8462 View quoted comment :
this crap should be going for 300 tops. then you have the super overpriced crap like the legion go 2 for like almost what 1400 1500. ridiculous.
It's all about to go up in price with the AI shortage unfortunately. Cheapest Steam Deck is now $549 and even that inventory's cleaned out because of it, so this is suddenly not a bad deal.
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m0ralityFeb 18, 2026 1:10 AM
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Quote from Phenomesaurus View quoted comment :
Firstly, where are you seeing the L Go S for "about the same price" here of around $500? Second, it seems that device runs Steam OS so it's no go on Fortnite and possibly other games.
Legion Go S comes with Windows or Steam OS
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m0ralityFeb 18, 2026 1:12 AM
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Quote from lhnola1 View quoted comment :
Z1e/32gb Lenovo go s was 530 open box during Black Friday, for reference
It has been consistently $750 on sale now. I don't think that we will see the $530 days any time soon with component prices what they are.
Feb 18, 2026 1:30 AM
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BOEJ1DENFeb 18, 2026 1:30 AM
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This ain't it dawg
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RiceyFighterFeb 18, 2026 2:01 AM
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Quote from casetronic View quoted comment :
My Ally Z1e locked up after trying the latest windows update, no warranty from Asus anymore...wonder if I should grab this or wait for a deal on Legion Go S?
You need to reinstall the operating system. It doesn't sound like the hardware is bricked.

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Feb 18, 2026 2:02 AM
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RiceyFighterFeb 18, 2026 2:02 AM
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Thank you everyone in the comments! I was about to purchase this.... Going to pass and wait until this drops to $250 LOL.

What the return policy on this thing from Costco?
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