Microsoft and ASUS appear poised to bring the ROG Xbox Ally family to market this fall, with a fresh leak narrowing the launch window to October 16, 2025, and pointing to pre-orders opening as early as August 20 during Gamescom — a timetable that, if accurate, turns months of “holiday 2025”...
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Microsoft is making significant strides towards consolidating the gaming experience on Windows 11 by introducing an aggregated gaming library within the Xbox PC app, an ambitious feature previewed for all Windows 11 users and soon to arrive on novel handheld devices like the ROG Xbox Ally and...
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In a significant move for the gaming industry, Microsoft and ASUS have unveiled two new handheld gaming devices: the ROG Xbox Ally and the ROG Xbox Ally X. Announced during the Xbox Games Showcase in June 2025, these devices aim to bridge the gap between console and PC gaming, offering players a...
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Microsoft's recent announcement marks a significant shift in its gaming strategy, aiming to position Windows as the premier platform for gaming. This initiative is highlighted by the introduction of the ROG Xbox Ally handheld devices, developed in collaboration with ASUS, which are set to run a...
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The gaming industry is abuzz with the upcoming release of the ROG Xbox Ally, a collaborative handheld gaming device from Microsoft and ASUS. Set to launch in late 2025, this device aims to merge the portability of handheld consoles with the extensive game library and performance capabilities of...
For gaming enthusiasts and PC tinkerers alike, the arrival of the ROG Xbox Ally marks one of the most significant developments in portable gaming since the launch of the Valve Steam Deck. Yet, as the halo of Microsoft's flagship Xbox branding settles over this new device, a complex reality...
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The reason the ROG Xbox Ally skips an OLED screen in favor of sticking with LCD is a deliberate engineering decision that prioritizes Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), battery life, performance, and cost:
VRR Was Non-Negotiable: According to ASUS ROG’s Whitson Gordon, while the team prototyped OLED...
Here is a summary of the main information from the Windows Report leak about the ROG Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X:
Pre-order and Launch Dates
Pre-orders for both the ROG Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X will reportedly open in August 2025.
The actual launch is expected mid to late October 2025, which...
Microsoft's recent collaboration with ASUS to unveil the ROG Xbox Ally marks a significant shift in the company's approach to PC gaming. This partnership not only introduces a new handheld gaming device but also underscores Microsoft's commitment to optimizing Windows 11 for a superior gaming...
ASUS, in collaboration with Microsoft, has unveiled two groundbreaking handheld gaming devices: the ROG Xbox Ally and the ROG Xbox Ally X. These devices aim to merge the expansive libraries of Xbox, Battle.net, and other PC gaming platforms into a compact, powerful form factor, offering gamers a...
In a groundbreaking collaboration, Xbox and ASUS have unveiled the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X, two Windows 11-powered handheld gaming devices designed to redefine portable gaming experiences. Announced during the Xbox Games Showcase on June 8, these devices aim to bridge the gap between...
Microsoft's recent unveiling of the ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X handheld gaming devices has reignited discussions about Windows 11's performance, particularly concerning pre-installed software, commonly referred to as "bloatware." These devices, optimized for gaming, operate on a streamlined...
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Microsoft has unveiled its latest innovation in portable gaming: the ROG Xbox Ally and its premium counterpart, the ROG Xbox Ally X. These handheld devices, developed in collaboration with ASUS, are powered by AMD Ryzen processors and run a customized version of Windows 11, specifically...
In a move that signals a new era for portable gaming, Microsoft and Asus have officially unveiled the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X—two Windows 11-powered handhelds built with an ambitious vision: unifying the best of PC and Xbox gaming on the go. This long-awaited reveal comes after weeks...
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There’s a seismic shift underway in handheld gaming, and it’s not coming from Nintendo, Sony, or even Valve. It’s the unlikely alliance of Microsoft and ASUS that has sent shockwaves through the industry, with the grand unveiling of the ROG Xbox Ally and its turbocharged sibling, the Ally X, at...
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In a move that could reshape the rapidly maturing Windows-based handheld gaming market, Republic of Gamers (ROG) and Microsoft have officially unveiled a collaborative leap forward: the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X. These exclusive handheld gaming systems, developed through close...
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Microsoft has officially entered the handheld gaming market with the announcement of two new devices: the ROG Xbox Ally and the ROG Xbox Ally X. Developed in collaboration with ASUS, these handhelds aim to deliver a comprehensive gaming experience by combining the flexibility of a PC with the...
The Xbox Games Showcase 2025 has concluded, leaving the gaming community with a clear vision of Microsoft's strategic direction: a pronounced shift towards PC gaming integration. This year's event underscored the company's commitment to unifying the gaming experience across consoles, PCs, and...
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As the portable gaming market matures and the lines between console and PC continue to blur, Microsoft’s newly unveiled ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X handhelds herald a pivotal transformation in the Windows gaming ecosystem. Partnering with Asus, Microsoft is charting a bold course: fusing...
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