Save $200 Off the Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme Handheld Gaming PC, Now Only $449.99

Best Buy is slashing the price of the Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme gaming handheld by $200 this week, bringing it down to just $449.99. This is the lowest price I've seen for a brand-new unit, even beating Black Friday deals. And that's not all – you also get a free ROG Ally travel case, a month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, and two months of Crunchyroll Mega Fan subscription.

The ROG Ally is a top contender in the handheld gaming market, especially if you prefer a device that's not locked into Steam's ecosystem.

Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme Gaming Handheld for $449.99

Asus ROG Ally AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme Gaming Handheld

$649.99 $449.99 at Best Buy (Save 31%)

The Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme is a 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" screen features a sharp 1080p resolution and a smooth 120Hz refresh rate.

Unlike the Steam Deck's Linux-based SteamOS, the ROG Ally runs on Windows 11. This makes it compatible with virtually every major game launcher, including Steam, Battle.net, Xbox Game Pass, Epic Games Store, GOG, Ubisoft Connect, and more. This broader compatibility is a significant advantage for gamers who enjoy titles not readily available or easily installed on the Steam Deck.

In our review, Robert Anderson described the Asus ROG Ally as "the portable Xbox Game Pass machine many fans have been waiting for." While acknowledging some drawbacks like user experience quirks, battery life, and the lack of Steam Deck-style touchpads, he highlighted the sheer enjoyment of using the handheld. The bright, beautiful 1080p screen is perfect for on-the-go gaming, and its powerful specs make it a compelling option, especially at this price.

It's worth noting that the handheld gaming PC market is heating up. CES 2025 saw the announcement of the more compact Lenovo Legion Go S, now available for preorder. The Windows 11 version with a Z2 Go chip and 32GB of RAM launches in January 2025 at $729. A more affordable version with 16GB of RAM and a choice of Windows 11 or SteamOS will follow in May 2025 for $599. The Asus ROG Ally X, released in 2024, also offers superior performance but at a $300 premium.

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