Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme Gaming PC Hits Record Low Price

Starting this week, Best Buy is slashing $200 off the price of the Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme gaming handheld, bringing it down to an unbeatable $449.99. This is the lowest price I've seen for a brand-new unit, even beating Black Friday deals. To sweeten the deal, you'll also receive a free official ROG Ally travel case, a month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, and a two-month subscription to Crunchyroll Mega Fan. If you're in the market for a top-tier gaming handheld that isn't locked into Steam's ecosystem, the ROG Ally is a stellar choice.

Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme Gaming Handheld for $449.99

Asus ROG Ally AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme Gaming Handheld

$649.99 save 31%
$449.99 at Best Buy

The Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme is a powerful Windows 11-based gaming handheld PC. It's the higher-end model of the two Asus ROG Ally variants, featuring an AMD Zen 4-based Z1 Extreme CPU, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD. Its 7" screen boasts a crisp 1080p resolution and a smooth 120Hz refresh rate.

While its main competitor, the Steam Deck, operates on a Linux-based Steam OS, the ROG Ally leverages the familiarity and versatility of Windows 11. This means it's compatible with virtually any Windows-based game launcher, including Steam, Battle.net, Xbox Game Pass, Epic Games Store, GOG, Ubisoft Connect, and more. This versatility is particularly appealing to gamers who enjoy titles not easily accessible on the Steam Deck.

In our review, Robert Anderson noted, "The Asus ROG Ally truly feels like the portable Xbox Game Pass machine that many fans have been clamoring for. Despite some frustrations with the user experience, poor battery life, and the absence of Steam Deck-style touchpads, the handheld delivers a fun and engaging experience when it gets going. With its vibrant 1080p screen that shines in various lighting conditions and robust specifications, coupled with its competitive price point, it could be the Steam Deck competitor we've all been waiting for."

With CES 2025 behind us, the handheld gaming PC market is heating up. The latest entrant is the Lenovo Legion Go S, which, while not necessarily superior to the ROG Ally, comes at a higher price point of $729 with Windows 11, a Z2 Go, and 32GB of RAM. A more affordable version is slated for release in May 2025, offering a choice between Windows 11 and SteamOS for just $599. Additionally, the Asus ROG Ally X, released in late 2024, offers an all-around better gaming experience but at a $300 premium.

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