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Best Buy Open Box: ASUS ROG Xbox Ally: 7" FHD, Ryzen Z2 A, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD

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Best Buy has ASUS ROG Xbox Ally Handheld Gaming Console (RC73YA-XB_ALLY.Z2A.16, Open Box) on sale from $461.99. Select free store pick up where available, otherwise shipping is free for areas with Excellent condition available.

Thanks to Deal Hunter Eragorn for sharing this deal.
  • Note: Pricing and availability may vary by location.
Available:
  • Excellent $497.99
    • Works and looks like new. Restored to factory settings.
    • Includes all parts and accessories. Packaging may vary or be absent.
  • Good $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 $461.99
    • Works like new. Restored to factory settings.
    • May have larger dents or scratches.
    • May be missing parts, accessories, or packaging.
Details:
  • 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

Editor's Notes

Written by SaltyOne | Staff
  • New Condition is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars from customer reviews.
  • This price matches our recent Frontpage Deal.
Please see the original post for additional details & refer to the comments below for discussion.

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Written by Eragorn | Staff
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Best Buy has ASUS ROG Xbox Ally Handheld Gaming Console (RC73YA-XB_ALLY.Z2A.16, Open Box) on sale from $461.99. Select free store pick up where available, otherwise shipping is free for areas with Excellent condition available.

Thanks to Deal Hunter Eragorn for sharing this deal.
  • Note: Pricing and availability may vary by location.
Available:
  • Excellent $497.99
    • Works and looks like new. Restored to factory settings.
    • Includes all parts and accessories. Packaging may vary or be absent.
  • Good $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 $461.99
    • Works like new. Restored to factory settings.
    • May have larger dents or scratches.
    • May be missing parts, accessories, or packaging.
Details:
  • 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

Editor's Notes

Written by SaltyOne | Staff
  • New Condition is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars from customer reviews.
  • This price matches our recent Frontpage Deal.
Please see the original post for additional details & refer to the comments below for discussion.

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Written by Eragorn | Staff

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Eragorn
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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/
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SRFNYC
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This is still a great device for entry into handheld PC gaming. For people who don't want to deal with the used market and want to get something at a retail store with a quick return policy if they don't like it and want a manufacturer's warranty, this is still good. It's better than a Steam Deck minus the trackpads, the screen is absolutely better than the one on the Steam Deck LCD with 120Hz and VRR, it has two USB-C ports instead of one on the SD so you can charge on one and connect something like XR glasses to the other if you want, the ergonomics are excellent and the power is plenty capable for most emulation, with the exception of PS3 and Switch, where it's a bit weak. It's great for streaming from a more powerful desktop or laptop gaming PC and if don't like Windows, you can install Bazzite or even SteamOS itself.

At retail, it's honestly the only entry level device left.

For anyone who says the device is weak, yes, it is the lowest powered APU of any current handheld, but LOTS of people still enjoy gaming on the Steam Deck LCD and OLED and this is no weaker than either of those. In fact the memory speed is as fast as what's on the SD OLED and it's got an extra 5W of TDP (20W) over either of the SD variants (15W). It's really not as bad as people make it out to be.
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I_Love_Butane
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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.
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Community Reviews

The ASUS ROG Xbox Ally is a Windows handheld aimed at entry level PC gaming, with a 7 inch 120Hz VRR screen, strong ergonomics, and two USB C ports for charging and accessories at the same time. It runs PC games natively, streams well from a desktop or laptop, and can be customized with Bazzite or SteamOS. The Z2 A chip is described as capable for most emulation, but weaker for PS3 and Switch and below Z1 Extreme or Z2 Extreme performance. The loud buttons and open box pricing around this level are the main knocks, making it a better fit when portability and flexibility matter more than raw power.

Common Questions (5)

  • It runs PC games natively, so no emulation is needed for most PC titles. For emulation, it handles most systems well but is weaker for PS3 and Switch; Android x86 emulation is still considered early-stage and often not worth the hassle.

    I_Love_ButanemuldiebRedC1537SRFNYC

  • Several comments say the open-box price is too high, with $400 or less cited as the better target. Used ROG Ally Z1 Extreme units around that price are described as faster, and refurb Steam Deck pricing is used as another benchmark.

    teaberryAlucard400BuddyLove99

  • It is better for PC gaming because it runs games natively instead of relying on Android x86 emulation. That avoids the compatibility and performance issues that still affect many PC games on Android devices.

    I_Love_ButanemuldiebRedC1537

  • It is broadly on par with the Steam Deck at typical wattages, with up to a slight 5-10% peak edge in some demanding titles thanks to a 20W limit versus the Deck's 15W. It also has a 120Hz VRR screen and two USB-C ports, while the Steam Deck has trackpads and a lower-power APU.

    EragornSRFNYC

  • The buttons are reported to be pretty loud. The device can still be a good fit if you are not chasing the quietest handheld and want a compact Windows gaming device.

    hall31

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Sep 17, 2026 1:50 PM
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CBass151Sep 17, 2026 1:50 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?
this will play aaa pc games.
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Sep 17, 2026 3:24 PM
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SRFNYCSep 17, 2026 3:24 PM
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This is still a great device for entry into handheld PC gaming. For people who don't want to deal with the used market and want to get something at a retail store with a quick return policy if they don't like it and want a manufacturer's warranty, this is still good. It's better than a Steam Deck minus the trackpads, the screen is absolutely better than the one on the Steam Deck LCD with 120Hz and VRR, it has two USB-C ports instead of one on the SD so you can charge on one and connect something like XR glasses to the other if you want, the ergonomics are excellent and the power is plenty capable for most emulation, with the exception of PS3 and Switch, where it's a bit weak. It's great for streaming from a more powerful desktop or laptop gaming PC and if don't like Windows, you can install Bazzite or even SteamOS itself.

At retail, it's honestly the only entry level device left.

For anyone who says the device is weak, yes, it is the lowest powered APU of any current handheld, but LOTS of people still enjoy gaming on the Steam Deck LCD and OLED and this is no weaker than either of those. In fact the memory speed is as fast as what's on the SD OLED and it's got an extra 5W of TDP (20W) over either of the SD variants (15W). It's really not as bad as people make it out to be.
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Sep 22, 2026 7:45 PM
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BrentW7630Sep 22, 2026 7:45 PM
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Not enough of a discount to make it worth getting a refurb
Sep 23, 2026 2:13 PM
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robhimselfSep 23, 2026 2:13 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?
My best use case for my handheld PC is playing controller friendly games that are installed via steam on my PC. I just stream through my wifi. One of my favorite go-to games is No Mans sky. I can stream it for a couple hours or play it natively for a much shorter period. For this price its kind of a great deal.

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