Asus recently introduced the ROG Ally Handheld gaming console, positioning it as a direct rival to the widely popular Valve Steam Deck. While the console has been officially revealed and review units have been distributed to tech influencers, general consumers are eagerly awaiting its release on store shelves. Excitingly, the wait may soon be over for customers in Japan, as the device is now open for pre-orders in the region.
In a recent tweet, Asus’ ROG brand made an announcement stating that pre-orders for the ROG Ally in Japan have begun. The tweet included a link to the store page where customers can place their pre-orders. The console will officially go on sale starting June 14th, with shipping for pre-ordered units commencing from June 12th onwards. The price of the device on the Asus Store website is listed at 109,800 yen.
Initial reviews of the Asus ROG Ally handheld gaming console were mixed, as some users felt that the device was not fully utilizing its hardware potential. However, Asus recently addressed this concern by releasing a driver update that significantly improved performance. According to reports, the update led to a notable gain of 15-20% in overall performance. For more detailed information, you can refer to this article.
Asus ROG Ally handheld console specs
The Asus ROG Ally handheld gaming console boasts impressive specifications to deliver an immersive gaming experience. Its 7-inch IPS display features a Full HD resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels and a 16:9 aspect ratio. With a 120Hz refresh rate, 500 nits peak brightness, and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus protection, the screen offers smooth visuals and durability.
Powering the device is the AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme processor, based on the Zen 4 architecture. For those opting for the base version, a slightly toned-down Ryzen Z1 processor is available. Paired with AMD Radeon Navi3 Graphics, 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM, and a spacious 512GB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD, the ROG Ally delivers strong performance for gaming and multitasking.
Running on Windows 11 out of the box, the console provides access to a wide range of games from platforms like Steam, EA apps, Epic Games, and Xbox Game Pass. It even comes with a three-month subscription to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. To enhance the gaming experience, the ROG Ally features a dual speaker setup with Asus’ Smart Amplifier Technology.
In terms of connectivity, the console offers a 3.5mm headphone jack, a USB 3.2 Gen2 Type C port combo for the ROG XG Mobile Interface, and support for a UHS-II microSD card reader. However, it’s worth noting that the ROG Ally’s 40WHr battery with 65W charging support may not match up to the battery life of its competitors, such as the Steam Deck.
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