Handheld gaming PCs are all the rage at the moment, with the Steam Deck proving to be the most popular for users who want a simple solution without paying too much. However, an alternative is the Asus ROG Xbox Ally: a Windows 11-powered gaming handheld PC made in partnership between Microsoft and Asus. And that device is now on sale at Best Buy for $499.99 (was $599.99).
The $100 discount sees the device drop exceptionally close to a record-low price (it was $10 less over Black Friday). That means you're getting a premium handheld gaming PC at a truly fantastic price that can also stream a whole library of games through the Xbox Game Pass Premium membership that's included free for three months.
Today's best Asus ROG Xbox Ally deal
The Asus ROG Xbox Ally is a portable gaming PC powered by the highly efficient AMD Ryzen Z2 A processor and 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM – so it's a slightly weaker version compared to the more expensive Asus ROG Xbox Ally X we've reviewed and scored four stars. Still, this spec ensures games remain snappy and responsive with graphics popping off the seven-inch 1080p FHD touchscreen display.
If you're familiar with Xbox gaming already, then holding the ROG Xbox Ally will feel like second nature, albeit with a little extra weight. That being said, it's not too heavy. At just 670g, the device is light enough to put minimal strain upon your wrists.
The deal also includes a generous three-month Xbox Game Pass Premium subscription that puts hundreds of titles at your fingertips, making it the perfect "pick-up-and-play" companion from day one.
Still not convinced? Take a read of why our Computing Editor, Christian Guyton, has written, I love my ROG Ally, and I’m not sorry about that. Alternatively, if you're open to a desktop experience, then check out our guide to the best gaming PCs.
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