ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) has fired the latest shot in the handheld gaming war with the announcement of two new powerhouses: the ROG Xbox Ally and the ROG Xbox Ally X. Developed in partnership with Xbox, these new devices are engineered to seamlessly blend the ease of console gaming with the flexibility and power of a Windows 11 PC, promising an exceptional, full-screen gaming experience in a truly portable package.
Australian gamers should act fast if they want to get their hands on one, as pre-orders for both the standard ROG Xbox Ally and the high-performance ROG Xbox Ally X start today, September 26, 2025, at 11:00 am AEST. The global launch for both models is scheduled for October 16.
CHOOSE YOUR ALLY: PRICING AND POWER
ROG is delivering two distinct models to match different playstyles and budgets. The ROG Xbox Ally, priced at AU$999.00 is powered by the AMD Ryzen Z2 A Processor. This model is pitched as the essential handheld for casual players right up to avid enthusiasts, offering a great balance of performance and energy efficiency. For the most demanding players, there is the ROG Xbox Ally X, which steps up to the new AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme Processor for next-level performance in AAA titles. This high-performance handheld will be available for AU$1,599.00. Both devices offer significant generational improvements over the previous ROG Ally, including enhanced ergonomics and the versatility of Windows 11, which lets players access an aggregated gaming library with installed games from leading PC storefronts.
PERFORMANCE UPGRADES UNLOCKED
ASUS ROG is highlighting substantial performance gains across the board. The flagship ROG Xbox Ally X, with its AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme Processor, delivered up to a 30% performance increase in games like Indiana Jones and the Great Circle and Doom: The Dark Ages during pre-release testing when compared to the previous-generation model.
Crucially for on-the-go gaming, its battery life offers up to twice the endurance when playing titles like Hollow Knight: Silksong. The standard ROG Xbox Ally also gets a serious boost, with performance increased by up to 20% in games such as Forza Horizon 5 and Gears of War: Reloaded.
These new AMD processors are fully equipped to take advantage of advanced features like AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR), Radeon Super Resolution (RSR), and AMD Fluid Motion Frames (AFMF) frame generation, which can deliver up to 60% better frame rates for a noticeably smoother gaming experience. Furthermore, in a nod to the future of gaming, the ROG Xbox Ally X includes an onboard NPU (Neural Processing Unit), ensuring it is ready for the new AI-enhanced features that are expected to roll out in upcoming titles.
SECURE YOURS TODAY
Gamers eager to experience the ROG Xbox Ally or ROG Xbox Ally X can pre-order from today. Pre-orders are available through the Microsoft Store, the ASUS e-Shop, and a long list of participating Australian retailers, including JB HiFi, Harvey Norman, Officeworks, The Good Guys, and EB Games, among others. The ROG Xbox Ally series truly offers the power of Xbox, the premium craftsmanship of ROG, and the versatility of Windows all in one flexible, top-tier device.
