ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X Now Available for Pre-Order
ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today announced that pre-orders for the new ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X gaming handhelds will begin in selected markets at 2:00 a.m. (CEST) on September 26, 2005, with pre-orders in other markets coming soon.
Developed in partnership with Xbox, the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X offer exceptional ergonomics, a full-screen experience, and other standout features that incorporate the best of console and PC gaming in a cohesive package.
Pre-orders are available today in: Australia, Belgium, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand (ROG Xbox Ally only), Norway, Poland, Portugal, Republic of Korea, Romania, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland (ROG Xbox Ally X only), Taiwan, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, and Vietnam.
Both ROG Xbox Ally handhelds will also launch on October 16 in Egypt, Greece, Hungary, Malaysia, India, Indonesia, Philippines, Slovenia, South Africa, Thailand, and Ukraine, with pre-orders starting today.
More pre-order opportunities are coming soon in other markets, including Brazil and China (ROG Xbox Ally X). Pre-orders are available through the Microsoft Store, the ASUS eShop, and via local retailers.
The ROG Xbox Ally is powered by an AMD Ryzen™ Z2 A Processor that delivers incredible energy efficiency, while the ROG Xbox Ally X boasts the new AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme Processor for next-level performance in AAA titles. Both devices offer significant gen-on-gen improvements over the previous ROG Ally, giving gamers the best handheld Windows 11 gaming experiences available. For more product details please visit ROG Xbox Ally X and ROG Xbox Ally.
Order now
Gamers in selected regions can pre-order the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X from 2:00 a.m. (CEST) on September 26, 2025. With unmatched ergonomics, a full-screen experience familiar to both console and Windows 11 gamers, an aggregated gaming library with access to installed games from leading PC storefronts, and more, these devices offer top-tier gaming performance and flexibility at a competitive price.
Serious gen-on-gen performance
The ROG Xbox Ally X features the new AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme Processor for a perfect balance of performance and battery life. Combined with software optimizations from Xbox and Windows, the ROG Xbox Ally X delivers next-gen handheld performance.
During testing on pre-release hardware, the ROG Xbox Ally X delivered up to a 30% performance increase[i] in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle and Doom: The Dark Ages compared to the previous-generation ROG Ally X. The battery endurance of the ROG Xbox Ally X gives it up to twice the battery life when playing Hollow Knight: Silksong.[ii] As for the ROG Xbox Ally, performance is boosted up to 20% in Forza Horizon 5 and Gears of War: Reloaded[iii], and has up to 110% more battery life versus ROG Ally X.[iv] Both the AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme Processor and the AMD Ryzen Z2 A Processor are primed to take advantage of Radeon’s latest software suite for graphical and performance improvements, including AMD FidelityFX™ Super Resolution (FSR), Radeon Super Resolution (RSR), and AMD Fluid Motion Frames (AFMF) frame generation, with the latter offering up to 60% better frame rates for improved smoothness.
In a nod to the future, the ROG Xbox Ally X includes an onboard NPU. While the current use of AI features in games is limited, these next-generation chips ensure the ROG Xbox Ally X will be ready when these enhancements roll out in the latest games.
The ROG Xbox Ally series offers the power of Xbox, the craftsmanship of ROG, and the versatility of Windows all in one cohesive device.
[i] Tested in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle & Doom: The Dark Ages. Gameplay: 1080p, In-game default setting. Operating mode: Turbo, plugged in (AC) and on battery (DC).
[ii] Tested in Hollow Knight: Silksong, 720p, FPS limit: 60, In-game graphics: low. Operating mode: Silent. The above comparison data is based on ROG Xbox Ally X (RC73XA, AMD Ryzen™ AI Z2 Extreme processor & 80Wh battery) vs. ROG Ally X (RC72LA, AMD Ryzen™ Z1 Extreme processor & 80Wh battery).
[iii] Tested in Forza Horizon 5 and Gears of War: Reloaded. Gameplay: 720p, FPS limit: 60, In-game default settings. Operating mode: Performance, plugged in (AC) and on battery (DC)
[iv] Tested in Hollow Knight: Silksong (720p, FPS limit: 60, in-game graphics: Low; operating mode: Silent) and Forza Horizon 5 (720p, FPS limit: 60, in-game default settings; operating mode: Performance)The above comparison data is based on ROG Xbox Ally (RC73YA, AMD Ryzen™ Z2 A processor & 60Wh battery) vs. ROG Ally (RC71L, AMD Ryzen™ Z1 processor & 40Wh battery).
About ROG
Republic of Gamers (ROG) is an ASUS sub-brand dedicated to creating the world’s best gaming hardware and software. Formed in 2006, ROG offers a complete line of innovative products known for performance and quality, including motherboards, graphics cards, system components, laptops, desktops, monitors, smartphones, audio equipment, routers, peripherals and accessories. ROG participates in and sponsors major international gaming events. ROG gear has been used to set hundreds of overclocking records and it continues to be the preferred choice of gamers and enthusiasts around the world.
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