Best Buy slashes $200 off the Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme, bringing the price down to just $449.99! This is the lowest price I've seen for a brand new unit, beating even Black Friday deals. The offer also includes a free ROG Ally travel case, a one-month Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription, and two months of Crunchyroll Mega Fan access.
Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme Gaming Handheld: $449.99
Asus ROG Ally AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme Gaming Handheld
Original Price: $649.99 Sale Price: $449.99 (31% off) at Best Buy
The Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme is a powerful Windows 11 gaming handheld PC. This high-end model boasts an AMD Zen 4 based Z1 Extreme CPU, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD. Its 7" 1080p display features a smooth 120Hz refresh rate.
Unlike the Linux-based Steam Deck, 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 makes it ideal 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 some drawbacks exist (user experience, battery life, lack of Steam Deck-style touchpads), its vibrant 1080p screen and powerful specs make it a compelling handheld gaming experience.
The Competitive Landscape:
Note that the handheld gaming PC market is rapidly evolving. The Lenovo Legion Go S, a more compact device, is available for pre-order, launching in January 2025 (Z2 Go, 32GB RAM, $729) and a more affordable version in May 2025 (Z2 Go, 16GB RAM, $599, Windows 11 or SteamOS). The Asus ROG Ally X, released in 2024, also offers superior performance but at a significantly higher price.
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