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microsoft announced rog ally xbox handheld everything you need to know
The handheld gaming market has changed, thanks to Microsoft’s introduction of the ROG Ally Xbox series. As a result of their partnership, the tech giant aims to solve the continuous usability problems that have affected Windows-based gaming handhelds since before, using the successful ASUS ROG Ally X as a guide.
ROG Ally Xbox Handheld Dual Model Strategy Announced
Those interested in the ROG Ally Xbox line can pick from two models made for various groups of users. Microsoft’s leading product, the Xbox Ally X, contains a state-of-the-art AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme processor with built-in artificial intelligence technology. With 50 TOPS of AI power, this laptop enables many new Copilot+ uses on ASUS ROG Ally for Xbox, exceeding the machine’s previous performance.
At the same time, the standard ROG Ally Xbox handheld is suitable for those wanting to save money, thanks to its AMD Ryzen Z2 A processor inside. Even though it is simpler and has less power compared to other models, this entry-level Xbox handheld still maintains Microsoft’s promise of making fun gaming available to everyone.
ROG Ally Xbox Handheld Software Revolution Changes Everything
The firm’s top innovation is a major software update made just for ROG Ally Xbox handheld devices. To deal with the drawbacks of the previous ASUS ROG Ally X use, the company introduced a lighter Windows 11 version not burdened by extra features.
What stands out in this Xbox handheld is a better Xbox app, which becomes the main way to interact with the device as soon as you turn it on. Since it gathers multiple multiplayer platforms, you can now upload games to your ASUS ROG Ally X handheld without trouble.
ROG Ally Xbox Handheld Technical Specifications Revealed
| Component | Xbox Ally X | Xbox Ally |
| Processor | AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme | AMD Ryzen Z2 A |
| Core Configuration | 8 Cores/16 Threads (Zen 5) | 4 Cores/8 Threads (Zen 2) |
| Graphics | 16 GPU Cores (RDNA 3.5) | 8 GPU Cores (RDNA 2) |
| Memory | 24GB RAM | 16GB RAM |
| Storage | 1TB SSD | 512GB SSD |
| Battery Capacity | 80Wh | 60Wh |
Advanced Display Technology Powers ROG Ally Xbox Handheld
Both versions of the ROG Ally Xbox include 1080p screens that support a refresh rate up to 120Hz and have FreeSync Premium technology. As a result, this setting enables flawless performance in different gaming situations and better picture quality than you would get from the ROG Ally X.
Competitive and action-packed games like Mode Match benefit a lot from the technology in the ROG Ally Xbox handheld; this responsive display is what serious gamers are looking for and why ROG Ally is set apart from similar devices.
ROG Ally Xbox Handheld Release Timeline and Pricing
The ROG Ally Xbox handheld series may come out during the holiday shopping season later this year, but Microsoft themselves have not confirmed the release dates. It looks as though the ROG Ally Xbox handheld X model is in direct competition with high-end handheld gaming PCs and may hit the $799 price set by the ASUS ROG Ally X.
By aiming at a lower price, the standard ROG Ally handheld for Xbox will let more people enjoy handheld PC gaming, as high costs had made the category exclusive to a small group before.
