Portable Gaming Power: Handheld PCs for Seamless On-the-Go Play

The Steam Deck revolutionized mobile PC gaming, but competitors are emerging, offering strong alternatives. The Asus ROG Ally X surpasses the Steam Deck with superior performance, faster memory, and extended battery life. With the Lenovo Legion Go S and Acer Nitro Blaze 11 unveiled at CES 2025, the handheld gaming PC market is expanding rapidly. Whether you prefer the Steam Deck or explore the best Steam Deck alternatives, numerous excellent options exist for on-the-go gaming.

TL;DR – Top Handheld Gaming PCs

Our Top Pick: ### Asus ROG Ally X

20See it at AsusSee it at Best Buy### Valve Steam Deck

5See it at SteamSee it at Amazon### Lenovo Legion Go

7See it at AmazonSee it at Best Buy### Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme

3See it at AmazonSee it at Best Buy### GPD Win 4

3See it at Amazon### Ayaneo Ayaneo Air

3See it at AmazonSee it at Ayaneo ### Asus ROG Ally Z1

1See it at AmazonSee it at Best Buy

Handheld gaming PCs offer a compact alternative to bulky gaming laptops, delivering impressive power for AAA titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and Ghost of Tsushima. Compatibility with docking stations allows connection to larger displays.

Our experts have reviewed several top contenders. Options range from the high-performance Lenovo Legion Go to the more budget-friendly Asus ROG Ally Z1, suitable for indie games.

Contributions by Danielle Abraham, Ural Garrett, Georgie Peru

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