Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme Handheld: $200 Savings, Now $449.99

Best Buy slashes $200 off the Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme, bringing the price down to just $449.99 – a new low, even beating Black Friday deals! This incredible offer also includes a free ROG Ally travel case, a month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, and two months of Crunchyroll Mega Fan.

Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme Gaming Handheld: $449.99

Asus ROG Ally AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme Gaming Handheld

$649.99 (Save $200) $449.99 at Best Buy

The Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme is a powerful Windows 11 gaming handheld. This premium model boasts an AMD Zen 4 based Z1 Extreme CPU, 16GB RAM, and a 512GB SSD. Its 7" 1080p display features a smooth 120Hz refresh rate.

Unlike the Steam Deck's Linux-based OS, the ROG Ally runs on Windows 11, offering compatibility with virtually all major game launchers (Steam, Battle.net, Xbox Game Pass, Epic Games Store, GOG, Ubisoft Connect, and more). This broad compatibility is a significant advantage for gamers who enjoy titles beyond Steam's ecosystem.

In our review, the ROG Ally was praised as a fantastic portable Xbox Game Pass machine. While battery life and the lack of Steam Deck-style touchpads are minor drawbacks, its vibrant 1080p screen and powerful specs make it a compelling handheld gaming experience.

Looking Ahead:

The handheld gaming market is heating up! The Lenovo Legion Go S is on the horizon, with a January 2025 launch for a higher-spec model ($729) and a more affordable version arriving in May 2025 ($599). The Asus ROG Ally X, released in 2024, also offers superior performance but at a significantly higher price.

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