ASUS ROG Ally Z1 Extreme: Unprecedented Price Drop for Handheld Gaming Dominance

Best Buy slashes $200 off the Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme, bringing the price down to just $449.99 – the best price I've seen for a new unit, even surpassing Black Friday deals. This incredible offer includes a free ROG Ally travel case, a month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, and two months of Crunchyroll Mega Fan.

The Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme is a top-tier gaming handheld, especially appealing to those who prefer a broader gaming ecosystem than Steam's.

Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme Gaming Handheld: $449.99

Asus ROG Ally AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme Gaming Handheld

$649.99 (save 31%) $449.99 at Best Buy

This high-end model boasts an AMD Zen 4 based Z1 Extreme CPU, 16GB RAM, and a 512GB SSD. Its 7" 1080p display features a smooth 120Hz refresh rate.

Unlike the Steam Deck's Linux-based OS, the ROG Ally runs on Windows 11, offering compatibility with virtually all major game launchers (Steam, Battle.net, Xbox Game Pass, Epic Games Store, GOG, Ubisoft Connect, and more). This makes it ideal for gamers who enjoy a wider variety of titles.

As Robert Anderson noted in his IGN review, the ROG Ally feels like the portable Xbox Game Pass machine many have desired. While battery life and the lack of Steam Deck-style touchpads are drawbacks, its vibrant 1080p screen and powerful specs make it a compelling handheld.

The handheld gaming market is heating up, with new competitors like the Lenovo Legion Go S emerging. While the Legion Go S (with a Z2 Go CPU and 32GB RAM) is pricier at $729, a more affordable $599 version is launching in May 2025, offering both Windows 11 and SteamOS options. The Asus ROG Ally X, released in late 2024, also offers superior performance but at a significantly higher price.

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