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[Open-Box] ASUS ROG Xbox Ally Handheld: 7" FHD 120Hz, Ryzen Z2 A, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD from $462 + Free Shipping

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Best Buy [bestbuy.com] has Open-Box ASUS ROG Xbox Ally Handheld on sale for the prices below. Shipping is free. Otherwise, select free store pickup where available.

Available Open-Box Options:
  • Excellent [bestbuy.com] $497.99
    • Works and looks like new. Restored to factory settings. Includes all parts and accessories. Packaging may vary or be absent.
  • Good [bestbuy.com] $479.99
    • Works like new. Restored to factory settings. May have minor scratches or dents. May be missing non-essential parts, accessories, or packaging.
  • Fair [bestbuy.com] $461.99
    • Works like new. Restored to factory settings. May have larger dents or scratches. May be missing parts, accessories, or packaging.
Specs:
  • Model: RC73YA-XB_ALLY.Z2A.16
  • 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
  • 60Wh Battery
  • Size: 290.8x121.5x50.7mm, 670 grams (~1.47 lbs)
  • 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
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Best Buy [bestbuy.com] has Open-Box ASUS ROG Xbox Ally Handheld on sale for the prices below. Shipping is free. Otherwise, select free store pickup where available.

Available Open-Box Options:
  • Excellent [bestbuy.com] $497.99
    • Works and looks like new. Restored to factory settings. Includes all parts and accessories. Packaging may vary or be absent.
  • Good [bestbuy.com] $479.99
    • Works like new. Restored to factory settings. May have minor scratches or dents. May be missing non-essential parts, accessories, or packaging.
  • Fair [bestbuy.com] $461.99
    • Works like new. Restored to factory settings. May have larger dents or scratches. May be missing parts, accessories, or packaging.
Specs:
  • Model: RC73YA-XB_ALLY.Z2A.16
  • 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
  • 60Wh Battery
  • Size: 290.8x121.5x50.7mm, 670 grams (~1.47 lbs)
  • 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

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slipstream182Today 3:18 PM
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Ok, can someone, who is versed in the subject explain to me if it makes sense to consider this over my Odin 2 Portal with 8gb of ram that runs on android? I typically don't emulate anything past 6th gen systems, but wamt to have an option to play PS3 titles without much tweaking. I also know, that Odin is cable of emulating medium weight PC games with the amount of ram I have. Does this ASUS do a better job at handling later gen consoles and heavier PC games?
Last edited by slipstream182 September 16, 2026 at 08:25 AM.
Today 3:30 PM
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I_Love_ButaneToday 3:30 PM
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Quote from slipstream182 View quoted comment :
Ok, can someone, who is versed in the subject explain to me if it makes sense to consider this over my Odin 2 Portal with 8gb of ram that runs on android? I typically don't emulate anything past 6th gen systems, but wamt to have an option to play PS3 titles without much tweaking. I also know, that Odin is cable of emulating medium weight PC games with the amount of ram I have. Does this ASUS do a better job at handling later gen consoles and heavier PC games?
This plays PC games natively without the need for emulation and has the capability emulate up to a few PS3 games. If your focus is emulation then stick to the Portal. It'll get you up through PS2 without issue.
Today 3:35 PM
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teaberryToday 3:35 PM
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I cant imagine paying for more than $400 max for this considering thats what refurb base Steam Deck goes for and what z1e i gifted my brother last year in June was. Dont give in to these ridiculous prices.
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EragornToday 3:36 PM
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This is basically on par with the Steam Deck when it comes to power.

"The ROG Ally Z2A runs at a higher wattage (up to 20W) compared to the Steam Deck's 15W limit, giving it a slight edge or roughly 5–10% better peak performance in specific demanding titles. However, general gaming performance remains largely on par between the two at standard wattages." - Google

https://www.reddit.com/r/Handheld...y_rog_z2a/
Today 3:44 PM
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SeriousFang512Today 3:44 PM
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Quote from slipstream182 View quoted comment :
Ok, can someone, who is versed in the subject explain to me if it makes sense to consider this over my Odin 2 Portal with 8gb of ram that runs on android? I typically don't emulate anything past 6th gen systems, but wamt to have an option to play PS3 titles without much tweaking. I also know, that Odin is cable of emulating medium weight PC games with the amount of ram I have. Does this ASUS do a better job at handling later gen consoles and heavier PC games?
The problem here is it's the Z2 go chip, which really isn't the best, but it's going to be much more capable over the Odin 2, but not as capable as Z1 Extreme, or Z2 Extreme
Today 3:44 PM
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muldiebToday 3:44 PM
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Quote from slipstream182 View quoted comment :
Ok, can someone, who is versed in the subject explain to me if it makes sense to consider this over my Odin 2 Portal with 8gb of ram that runs on android? I typically don't emulate anything past 6th gen systems, but wamt to have an option to play PS3 titles without much tweaking. I also know, that Odin is cable of emulating medium weight PC games with the amount of ram I have. Does this ASUS do a better job at handling later gen consoles and heavier PC games?
Way more, plus you're not limited of what you can run on android, even though x86 emulation exist to run pc games on android it's still on its early stages, this doesn't have to emulate anything and will crush any android device
Today 3:46 PM
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Alucard400Today 3:46 PM
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For this price, don't do it if you live in a populated area where people sell used ROG Ally Z1 Extreme units. go to offerup.com or craigslist and you'll find plenty of people selling theirs for $400 or less. Some with battery or SSD mods already pre installed and it would be A LOT faster than this Z2 A unit. Getting a Z1 extreme unit for around $400 would be a steal when the Z2 extreme is just slightly better but is $800 retail.

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Today 3:50 PM
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ZeeLobbyToday 3:50 PM
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Quote from muldieb View quoted comment :
Way more, plus you're not limited of what you can run on android, even though x86 emulation exist to run pc games on android it's still on its early stages, this doesn't have to emulate anything and will crush any android device
Power wise this is the correct take. Gotta weight this against 7" OLED, lighter weight. Slimmer form factor. Android gaming.
Today 5:56 PM
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slipstream182Today 5:56 PM
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Ok, thanks everyone who answered. Looks like I'm gonna be skipping it.

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