The Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme Handheld Gaming PC Drops to the Lowest Price Ever

Best Buy slashes $200 off the Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme, bringing the price down to just $449.99! This is the lowest price I've seen for a brand-new unit, beating even Black Friday deals. This incredible offer also includes a free ROG Ally travel case, a one-month Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription, and a two-month Crunchyroll Mega Fan subscription.

Asus ROG Ally AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme Gaming Handheld

$649.99 now $449.99 (31% off) at Best Buy

The Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme is a Windows 11 gaming handheld PC. This premium model boasts an AMD Zen 4 based Z1 Extreme CPU, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD. Enjoy its vibrant 7" 1080p display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate.

Unlike its Linux-based Steam Deck competitor, the ROG Ally utilizes 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 broad compatibility is a significant advantage for gamers who enjoy titles beyond Steam's ecosystem.

In our review, Robert Anderson praised the ROG Ally as "the portable Xbox Game Pass machine many fans have been waiting for." While acknowledging shortcomings like battery life and the lack of Steam Deck-style touchpads, he highlighted the Ally's exceptional 1080p screen and powerful performance.

The handheld gaming PC market is heating up, with new contenders emerging since CES 2025. The Lenovo Legion Go S, while pricier, is a recent release. A more affordable version is expected in May 2025, priced at $599. The Asus ROG Ally X, released late 2024, offers superior performance but at a $300 premium.

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