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đ Best choice
ASUS
ROG Xbox Ally X 24GB 1TB SSD 7" IPS 120Hz W11H Gaming Handheld Console PC
- Runs modern PC games and multiple launchers (Xbox, Steam, etc.) with solid performance for a handheld
- Can double as a compact Windows gaming PC when docked, thanks to Windows 11 and 24 GB RAM / 1 TB SSD
- Good controls and ergonomics with decent cooling design and a smooth 120 Hz 7" screen
After using the ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X for a while, I see it as a powerful but slightly nerdy handheld.
It runs real PC games well for its size, the 7" 120 Hz screen is pleasant indoors, and the controls feel like proper console hardware. Plug it into a dock and it doubles as a small Windows gaming PC, which is genuinely handy if you donât want a full tower or big laptop. Hardware-wise, it feels solid and thought-through, especially for cooling and ergonomics.But itâs not a simple device. You have to deal with Windows 11, driver updates, Armoury Crate profiles, and some small software bugs. The battery drains quickly in demanding games, and the whole situation around the included charger is messy for something this expensive. If you expect a portable Xbox where you just turn it on and everything works, youâll probably be frustrated. If youâre comfortable tweaking settings and you like the idea of a pocketable (well, baggable) gaming PC, it becomes a pretty solid tool.So who is it for? Itâs for people who already like PCs, want their Steam/Xbox/Game Pass library everywhere, and donât mind spending time optimising things. Itâs not ideal for someone who wants a cheap, simple, long-battery handheld for casual use â a Switch or a basic console + TV will make more sense there. For me, itâs a good device with clear trade-offs: strong performance and flexibility, in exchange for high price, average battery, and some software rough edges.
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