I Played With the ROG Xbox Ally, the Upcoming Xbox Handheld
- Microsoft and Asus unveiled the ROG Xbox Ally handheld gaming PCs at the Xbox Games Showcase on June 8, 2025, for a fall 2025 launch.
- The announcement followed demand for a streamlined gaming experience on handhelds, leading Microsoft to redesign the Xbox app and Windows 11 for these devices.
- Two models will launch: the base Xbox Ally with a Ryzen Z2 A chip and 16GB RAM, and the more powerful Xbox Ally X with Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme, 24GB RAM, and upgraded batteries.
- Both feature 7-inch 1080p 120Hz IPS screens with Xbox controller inputs, and Xbox confirmed the new Xbox app will remain exclusive to these devices until early 2026.
- This launch signals Microsoft’s deeper entry into handheld gaming, potentially influencing other devices and offering an Xbox-optimized alternative to competitors like the Steam Deck.
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Microsoft unveiled Sunday the first Xbox-stamped portable consoles, presented as a new way to access them anywhere.
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Read Full ArticleMicrosoft has featured on Xbox Games Showcase the first Xbox portable console, with an optimized version of Windows for games, and Steam integration.
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