Tech giants Asus and Microsoft confirm release date and additional details for the Xbox Ally X and Ally collaboration.
In an exciting development for gaming enthusiasts, Asus and Xbox have announced the release date for their collaborative handheld consoles, the ROG Xbox Ally X and ROG Xbox Ally. The much-anticipated devices are set to hit the shelves on October 16, 2025.
The Microsoft team has been working diligently to optimize games for the platform, with badges like "Handheld Optimised" and "Mostly Compatible" set to indicate game compatibility. These badges will provide clarity for gamers, ensuring they can make informed decisions about their game choices.
The ROG Xbox Ally X and ROG Xbox Ally will be available for purchase in the UK and other regions. Pre-orders are expected to open around Gamescom 2025 in late August 2025.
Leaked pricing details suggest that the standard ROG Xbox Ally will retail at $549.99 (~€599) in the United States and Europe, including the United Kingdom. The ROG Xbox Ally X, the flagship handheld among the two consoles, is expected to cost $899.99 (~€899). However, official pricing details have yet to be revealed.
Both handhelds, ROG Xbox Ally X and ROG Xbox Ally, feature a 7-inch 120Hz IPS display with a 1080p resolution. The ROG Xbox Ally X boasts a 1TB M.2 SSD for storage and an 80Wh battery, while the ROG Xbox Ally offers a 512GB SSD and a 60Wh battery.
The ROG Xbox Ally X runs on an AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme processor and has 24GB of LPDDR5X RAM, making it a powerhouse of a handheld console. The ROG Xbox Ally, on the other hand, is powered by an AMD Ryzen 2 A processor and 16GB of RAM.
The Microsoft team has been involved in the optimization of games for the handheld consoles, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable gaming experience for users. More games will be optimized for the platform over time.
The ROG Xbox Ally X and ROG Xbox Ally will boot into a dedicated Xbox layer on top of Windows, filtering games for compatibility. This feature is designed to provide users with a seamless gaming experience, without the need for extensive technical knowledge.
For the first time, the ROG Xbox Ally X and ROG Xbox Ally will be showcased at Gamescom 2025 in Germany. This highly anticipated event is sure to provide valuable insights into these exciting new handheld consoles.
Stay tuned for more updates on the pricing details of the ROG Xbox Ally X and ROG Xbox Ally, which are expected to be revealed in the coming weeks.
