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Oct 18, 2026 12:17 PM

Best Buy Open Box: ROG Xbox Ally X: Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme, 7" FHD 120Hz, 24GB, 1TB

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Best Buy has ROG Xbox Ally X Gaming Handheld (RC73XA-XB_ALLYX.Z2E.24, Open Box) on sale from $789.99. Select free store pick up where available, otherwise shipping is free for areas with Excellent condition available.

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  • Note: Pricing and availability may vary by location.
Available:
  • Excellent $850.99
    • Works and looks like new. Restored to factory settings.
    • Includes all parts and accessories. Packaging may vary or be absent.
  • Good $819.99
    • Works like new. Restored to factory settings.
    • May have minor scratches or dents.
    • May be missing non-essential parts, accessories, or packaging.
  • Fair $789.99
    • Works like new. Restored to factory settings.
    • May have larger dents or scratches.
    • May be missing parts, accessories, or packaging.
Specs:
  • 7" 1920x1080 FHD 120Hz IPS LED Display 500nits, AMD FreeSync Premium
  • AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme 8-cores, 16-threads (up to 5.0GHz) Processor
  • AMD Radeon Graphics (AMD RDNA 3.5)
  • 24GB LPDDR5X Memory
  • 1TB 4.0 NVMe M.2 Solid State Drive
  • Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) (Triple band) 2*2 + Bluetooth 5.4
  • Windows 11 Home
  • 80WHrs Battery
  • Ports:
    • 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack
    • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C support DisplayPort / power delivery
    • 1x Type C support USB 4 (Thunderbolt 4 compliance, DisplayPort 1.4 with Freesync support, Power Delivery 3.0)
    • 1x UHS-II microSD card reader (supports SD, SDXC and SDHC)

Editor's Notes

Written by SaltyOne | Staff
  • These prices match our recent Frontpage Deal.
  • New Condition is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars from customer reviews.
Please see the original post for additional details & refer to the comments below for discussion.

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Best Buy has ROG Xbox Ally X Gaming Handheld (RC73XA-XB_ALLYX.Z2E.24, Open Box) on sale from $789.99. Select free store pick up where available, otherwise shipping is free for areas with Excellent condition available.

Thanks to Community Member Slick_Drone for sharing this deal.
  • Note: Pricing and availability may vary by location.
Available:
  • Excellent $850.99
    • Works and looks like new. Restored to factory settings.
    • Includes all parts and accessories. Packaging may vary or be absent.
  • Good $819.99
    • Works like new. Restored to factory settings.
    • May have minor scratches or dents.
    • May be missing non-essential parts, accessories, or packaging.
  • Fair $789.99
    • Works like new. Restored to factory settings.
    • May have larger dents or scratches.
    • May be missing parts, accessories, or packaging.
Specs:
  • 7" 1920x1080 FHD 120Hz IPS LED Display 500nits, AMD FreeSync Premium
  • AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme 8-cores, 16-threads (up to 5.0GHz) Processor
  • AMD Radeon Graphics (AMD RDNA 3.5)
  • 24GB LPDDR5X Memory
  • 1TB 4.0 NVMe M.2 Solid State Drive
  • Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) (Triple band) 2*2 + Bluetooth 5.4
  • Windows 11 Home
  • 80WHrs Battery
  • Ports:
    • 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack
    • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C support DisplayPort / power delivery
    • 1x Type C support USB 4 (Thunderbolt 4 compliance, DisplayPort 1.4 with Freesync support, Power Delivery 3.0)
    • 1x UHS-II microSD card reader (supports SD, SDXC and SDHC)

Editor's Notes

Written by SaltyOne | Staff
  • These prices match our recent Frontpage Deal.
  • New Condition is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars from customer reviews.
Please see the original post for additional details & refer to the comments below for discussion.

Original Post

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lmj7373
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Never used mine enough to justify the price so I sold it. Cool device but think through how often you're really going to use it before buying one.
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Hotpuck6
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Gotta wait until the new units go on sale and then the open box stuff drops accordingly. That's how prices typically move at best buy. Wouldn't be surprised if we saw this on sale for $100 less over the next 6 months with open box down to $700-750.

Doubt we'll see it as low as the Z1e ones got though since the starting msrp for that was only $700.
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Why? This can run Steam OS and is significantly better in performance, for about the same money (Open box). Don't tell me the Steam deck has better ergonomics..
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This open box ROG Xbox Ally X stands out as a powerful Windows handheld for playing current PC games on the go, with strong performance and good efficiency at lower power settings. It can also run SteamOS or Bazzite, though Windows stays useful for some anti cheat heavy games. The main tradeoff is battery life, which drains fast, and the price still feels steep unless the device will get regular use. Open box pricing may drift lower over time, making it a better fit for frequent handheld gaming than occasional travel use.

Common Questions (5)

  • It makes the most sense if you'll use it often enough to justify the price. If your handheld use is mostly travel or couch sessions, the cost can be hard to justify compared with how much it gets used.

    lmj7373RaiTechbharkol1

  • Yes, it can run SteamOS or Bazzite well, and Windows 11 is mainly needed for some games with anti-cheat that does not like Linux. The listing's Windows 11 install does not prevent replacing it.

    SlickDealer2007doctorshusbandSlick_Drone

  • It has enough power for current games on the move, but battery life is a weak point and it can chew through charge quickly. It works best when you have access to power for longer sessions.

    bharkol1schlack

  • A 1TB microSD card can be a cheaper way to expand storage, and one setup used daily for two years with that approach. Paying the higher price for the 1TB configuration may not be the best value if you can add storage yourself.

    Obese_ICEagent

  • It may fall another $100 or so after new units go on sale, with open-box pricing potentially landing around $700-$750 over the next 6 months. It is not expected to reach the very low open-box prices seen on the older Z1e models.

    Hotpuck6

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Oct 18, 2026 2:24 PM
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Jugo_kingOct 18, 2026 2:24 PM
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Such a steal!!!! Love mine!
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Never used mine enough to justify the price so I sold it. Cool device but think through how often you're really going to use it before buying one.
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RaiTechOct 18, 2026 2:59 PM
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yeah, i wanted switch 2, and realized i don't even really use switch OLED often unless i am traveling
Oct 18, 2026 3:33 PM
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MisterMassyOct 18, 2026 3:33 PM
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$851 for excellent?

Gone must be the days of the OG Ally Z1 Extreme - level discounts.
Oct 18, 2026 4:08 PM
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Hotpuck6Oct 18, 2026 4:08 PM
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Quote from MisterMassy View quoted comment :
$851 for excellent?Gone must be the days of the OG Ally Z1 Extreme - level discounts.
Gotta wait until the new units go on sale and then the open box stuff drops accordingly. That's how prices typically move at best buy. Wouldn't be surprised if we saw this on sale for $100 less over the next 6 months with open box down to $700-750.

Doubt we'll see it as low as the Z1e ones got though since the starting msrp for that was only $700.
Oct 18, 2026 5:17 PM
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Chemosh013Oct 18, 2026 5:17 PM
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Quote from Hotpuck6 View quoted comment :
Gotta wait until the new units go on sale and then the open box stuff drops accordingly. That's how prices typically move at best buy. Wouldn't be surprised if we saw this on sale for $100 less over the next 6 months with open box down to $700-750.

Doubt we'll see it as low as the Z1e ones got though since the starting msrp for that was only $700.
With tech prices going up I doubt this will be much cheaper anytime soon. Would love to be wrong but it seems like all tech is trending upward right now.
Oct 18, 2026 5:23 PM
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RedC1537Oct 18, 2026 5:23 PM
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I got a switch 2 before the price hike... and I keep thinking if I should sell it and get something like this?
It's because I (like most people) have a large collection of pc games... but truthfully I don't play most. So it would be cheaper to just re-buy a Switch 2 version of a few games, than to spend these outrageous prices on a pc handheld.
The only thing that still annoys me and make me consider it, is that consoles require additional subscriptions to play online! And with a pc handheld, I can basically play all of Nintendo's back catalogue which is likely better than most of what is to come.
What hassle gaming has become in the modern era.

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Oct 18, 2026 5:54 PM
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breeksOct 18, 2026 5:54 PM
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Quote from RedC1537 View quoted comment :
I got a switch 2 before the price hike... and I keep thinking if I should sell it and get something like this?
It's because I (like most people) have a large collection of pc games... but truthfully I don't play most. So it would be cheaper to just re-buy a Switch 2 version of a few games, than to spend these outrageous prices on a pc handheld.
The only thing that still annoys me and make me consider it, is that consoles require additional subscriptions to play online! And with a pc handheld, I can basically play all of Nintendo's back catalogue which is likely better than most of what is to come.
What hassle gaming has become in the modern era.
Both Switch 2 and PC handhelds are great and in my opinion are complementary. I have and use both.
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schlackOct 18, 2026 9:03 PM
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Quote from RaiTech View quoted comment :
yeah, i wanted switch 2, and realized i don't even really use switch OLED often unless i am traveling
If it makes u feel any better, we got a Switch 2, and I think the Switch OLED is better. Smaller form factor, better screen, lighter weight, and 2x the battery time. Only reason I use the Switch 2 is to play Mario Kart World, but really Mario Kart Deluxe is as much fun.
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atarilynxOct 19, 2026 12:32 AM
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Quote from Obese_ICEagent View quoted comment :
Gross. Get a steam deck
Nope. Instead of a Steam deck, get a Retro Pocket 6, Ayn Odin 3, or any powerful other android/snapdragon handheld. Steam OS is basically an app now with DroidDeck
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Quote from Obese_ICEagent View quoted comment :
Gross. Get a steam deck
Why? This can run Steam OS and is significantly better in performance, for about the same money (Open box). Don't tell me the Steam deck has better ergonomics..
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Oct 19, 2026 5:33 AM
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AndroidZeeOct 19, 2026 5:33 AM
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When switch 2 came out I thought about getting one, then I remembered all the games in my steam/epic/ea library and got a rog ally 7 z1e instead. I don't used it that much, but I don't regret getting it over switch 2, their games are just too damn expensive
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SlickDealer2007Oct 19, 2026 5:46 AM
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Quote from Slick_Drone View quoted comment :
Why? This has Steam OS and is significantly better in performance, for about the same money (Open box). Don't tell me the Steam deck has better ergonomics..
The description says it runs off Windows 11, not SteamOS. Are you replacing Windows with SteamOS?
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Quote from SlickDealer2007 View quoted comment :
The description says it runs off Windows 11, not SteamOS. Are you replacing Windows with SteamOS?
SteamOS or Bazzite runs great on these handhelds - you only need windows for some games whose anti-cheat dislikes Linux.
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