Asus ROG Xbox Ally X

80% Asus ROG Xbox Ally X review: The handheld to beat
Bron: The Times of India EN→NL
At Rs 1,14,990, the ROG Xbox Ally X costs more than a literal Xbox. That price is shocking no matter how you frame it, but within the niche market of premium gaming handhelds, similar devices with comparable specs hover around the same price point or higher. Now, some may think (or they may not), I’m just making a hypothetical scenario here that you can technically use them for browsing, document editing, or watching movies. Well, technically you can, but you can’t.After living with the Ally X and spending time with other handhelds, I’ve learned that these devices are singularly focused: they’re for gaming, not Windows productivity. The experience is clunky compared even to a Windows tablet let alone a laptop.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Kort, Datum: 02-12-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 80%

80% ROG Xbox Ally X review: Is the priciest Xbox ever worth it?
Bron: T3 EN→NL
Microsoft's powerful handhelds continue to slightly baffle. They're accomplished in some regards, but their pricing means they're almost guaranteed to be niche in terms of overall sales – and the Xbox Ally X epitomises that. It's a great bit of kit if you can afford it – the best ROG Ally out there now, in fact, and up there as one of the best Windows handhelds ever on paper. However, it's also undeniably pricey – and used prices for the Asus ROG Ally X, for example, make that a hard sell. I think this Xbox machine is better than the standard Xbox Ally, since it's going to age more gracefully thanks to its more powerful chip, but I also don't know how many people want to spend that money right now. Especially without an OLED display upgrade.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 13-11-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 80%

80% Asus ROG Xbox Ally X review: A compact powerhouse for Xbox and PC games
Bron: PC World EN→NL
It’s not the purely handheld Xbox that many had hoped for, but something better. The simplicity of an Xbox, without losing the flexibility of a Windows PC. The AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme isn’t what I was hoping for, but it does the job. A more comfortable, easier to use, and more affordable handheld choice than the MSI Claw 8 AI Plus.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 07-11-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 80%

20 Games To Play At 7W (6 Hours Battery) on the ASUS ROG XBOX ALLY X
Bron: Hubwood
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 07-11-2025

XBox Ally X vs ROG Ally - Is This Really an Upgrade?
Bron: Mash IT
Vergelijking, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 07-11-2025

81% ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X (RC73XA) Review – This Is An Xbox (And A PC)
Bron: Pokde EN→NL
We’ve at least mentioned ‘price’ in the above section twice, and there’s a reason for it – ASUS is asking for a whopping RM4,299 for one of these ROG Xbox Ally X handhelds, which is very pricey when you compare to the likes of Steam Deck and such. It’s starting to step into proper laptop territory, so those without particularly deep pockets will have to think twice about committing this much money for a gaming handheld, which is essentially just a downsized PC with an Xbox controller fused next to it. If you do have the ability to make this monetary commitment though, the ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X currently offers an experience that very few models in the market can match today. Excellent ergonomics, special software, great performance, and overall just a plain well-built machine, making this one of the forerunners under Microsoft’s new vision of a quintessential “Xbox” that you can throw in your bag instead of sitting under your home TV.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 06-11-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 81% prijs: 75% prestatie: 80% mobiliteit: 80% afwerking: 80%

80% Asus ROG Xbox Ally X Review: The New Handheld King?
Bron: NDTV Gadgets EN→NL
The Asus ROG Xbox Ally X tries to bring the best of Windows to a gaming handheld. The company made a full attempt to attract gamers with its long list of features. The design is ergonomic and comfortable to hold, thanks to the new Xbox controller-inspired aesthetic. The performance of the Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme is impressive for a gaming handheld, while Microsoft's Xbox Full Screen Experience represents a meaningful step forward for Windows handhelds, although it still has a long way to go. The Xbox integration still needs better optimisation, while adding an OLED option would have further sweetened the deal. The display is doable, and a 120Hz screen refresh rate does make a difference while scrolling through the user interface or playing games.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 04-11-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 80% prijs: 70% prestatie: 80% beeldscherm: 80% mobiliteit: 80% afwerking: 80%

ROG Xbox Ally X: Best Tips and Settings to Change!
Bron: Tom's Guide
Just picked up anROG Xbox Ally or Ally X? In this episode of Setup Essentials, @Paul shares must know settings, apps, and gaming stores to get the best performance and value of this gaming handheld. No… the ROG Xbox Ally does not play Xbox games, but there are many Xbox games also available on PC, and many ways to play them including from Xbox Play Anywhere, Cloud Gaming, and other 3rd party stores like Epic Games, Steam, and more.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 31-10-2025

85% Samsung Galaxy M17 5G Review: Worth Buying in 2025?
Bron: The Mobile Indian EN→NL
The Samsung Galaxy M17 5G strikes a balance between design, display quality and long-term software assurance. It's a phone made for people who want a smooth multimedia experience, a camera that performs well in bright light, and a brand that promises more than 2 years of OS support —something most other phone makers don't offer.However, its dated processor and modest low-light camera output limit its appeal for those seeking raw performance. The Galaxy M17 is a good value for money offering in budget segment for casual users, students and people who are buying 5G for the first time. It doesn't try too hard, but it works as expected.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Kort, Datum: 30-10-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 85% prestatie: 80% mobiliteit: 90% afwerking: 90%

79% ROG Xbox Ally X review: Is this handheld gaming PC an Xbox?
Bron: Gadgetguy EN→NL
When the first ROG Ally arrived in Australia, the more affordable Steam Deck wasn’t yet out locally. Now that Valve’s device is available here, seeing a device cost nearly double the OLED Steam Deck variant raises an eyebrow. For that $1,599 price tag, the ROG Xbox Ally X does outperform cheaper devices. It plays PC games, new and old, well. Xbox’s controller grips are much more comfortable to use, even with the device’s still-heavy frame. There’s still no escaping the spectre of Windows 11, though. Not yet, at least. Despite some good attempts to streamline the user experience for handheld gaming, the Windows OS still frustrates, albeit less frequently. But for those with patience, a penchant for customisation, and the pennies to match, the ROG Xbox Ally X is a more powerful and more versatile gaming handheld than other iterations.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 29-10-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 79% prijs: 75% prestatie: 85% afwerking: 80%

90% ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X: a great portable console that fell victim to Microsoft software
Bron: Mezha EN EN→NL
Two companies worked on the console: ASUS and Microsoft. ASUS did an excellent job with its task, the ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X hardware turned out to be an excellent portable console. We have high performance for AAA games, effective cooling, an extremely comfortable design, sticks and triggers with Hall sensors, additional separate vibration motors, a high-quality display, good sound and excellent battery life in its class. But Microsoft's attempt to turn Windows 11 into an OS for portable consoles has not yet met expectations. There are a lot of glitches, bugs, freezes, unfinished parts and questions about the interface, behind which it has not yet been possible to completely disguise the same Windows 11 under the Xbox logo. There is hope that with updates everything will get better.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 27-10-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 90%

80% Asus ROG Xbox Ally X – Review
Bron: Geek Culture EN→NL
The Asus ROG Xbox Ally X breaks the status quo for handheld consoles by implementing the Xbox controller’s design philosophy into its grips and buttons, making it one of the most ergonomic and comfortable handhelds by a long shot. It’s just a shame these innovations didn’t extend to its disappointing battery life.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 27-10-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 80% prijs: 70% prestatie: 80% afwerking: 90%

85% ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X Review: The Handheld That Wants to Be Everything
Bron: 91mobiles EN→NL
The ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X is one of the most ambitious handhelds ever built: premium, powerful, and polished, yet self-aware enough to fully embrace its PC DNA. It’s not trying to replace your console or your desktop; it’s trying to be a bit of both. And honestly, it pulls that off better than most would expect. Could it use an OLED? Absolutely. Is the Xbox integration still a little rough around the edges? Definitely. Is it expensive? Yeppers. But the mix of comfort, performance, thermals, and flexibility it offers is second to none. Just don’t look at it as a console or laptop substitute, as that’d be missing the point. Like an iPad, it carves out its own niche: a capable, delightfully overpowered sidekick that fits perfectly into your gaming ecosystem.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Lang, Datum: 25-10-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 85%

15 Titles Tested In Xbox Ally X Full Screen Gaming: Game-Changer?
Bron: Hot Hardware EN→NL
Our conclusion? This new Xbox interface really doesn't change anything about our recommendations for gaming handhelds. If you're already comfortable with using Windows 11 on a handheld, this is still Windows 11 on a handheld. If you're not comfortable with that, stick to SteamOS, which is more user-friendly albeit less compatible. As a product the ROG Xbox Ally X in particular offers the kind of phenomenal performance and all-day battery life that you'd expect of a $1,000 device. Ultimately, the new Xbox Experience really doesn't make a huge difference either way (nor does it hurt anything).
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 23-10-2025

70% ROG Xbox Ally X review: A step toward a portable Xbox but it’s still a work in progress
Bron: The Indian Express EN→NL
As I began writing my review of the ROG Xbox Ally X, I went to my closet and pulled out my Game Boy, Switch, PlayStation Vita, and PSP Go, placing them next to me. Each of these handheld consoles belongs to a different era in gaming, and each brought with it new experiences. I have lived through all of those eras, but one thing was always missing: a handheld console made by Microsoft. I still scratch my head and wonder why. Microsoft has created some of the strongest IPs in the gaming industry, like Halo and Gears of War, and they have always deserved to be experienced on a handheld device. I am sure many others have asked the same question. Little did we know that Redmond might have been quietly planning its foray into the handheld space.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Kort, Datum: 23-10-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 70%

ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X (2025) review – The Final Boss of All Handheld Consoles
Bron: Laptop Media EN→NL
The ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X is not just an update; it’s a redemption. It takes the promising but flawed concept of the original Ally and refines it into the handheld PC gaming device that users wanted all along. By directly addressing the biggest pain points (most notably the battery life), and layering on meaningful hardware and software improvements, ASUS and Microsoft have crafted what is the most powerful and versatile handheld on the market today. This is a machine that feels less like a first-generation experiment and more like a mature, confident, and incredibly capable product. It is a superb piece of engineering that delivers a true, no-compromise PC gaming experience in the palm of your hands. Ally X launches at a starting price of $999 in the U.S. – significantly higher than most competing devices. It’s a powerful computer in a compact chassis, and the premium is aimed squarely at enthusiasts.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 21-10-2025

How to open ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X - disassembly and upgrade options
Bron: Laptop Media
Steun, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 21-10-2025

Xbox Ally X - Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme: Efficiency Test from 7W to 35W
Bron: Hubwood
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 21-10-2025

Asus ROG Xbox Ally hands-on: Refined design, bigger battery, more fun
Bron: Business Standard EN→NL
Asus has teamed up with Microsoft for something quite different this time. The new ROG Xbox Ally series takes the company’s handheld gaming concept and gives it a console-first twist. I’ve been using the standard model for about a week, powered by the AMD Ryzen Z2 A chip with 512GB storage and 16GB RAM. What truly sets it apart from the original ROG Ally isn’t the hardware, but the Xbox console interface running over Windows 11. At the India launch event, Asus described it as “an Xbox made by ROG.” Having spent time with both the Xbox Series S and the first-generation Ally, I’m curious to see how true that claim really is. My full review will dive into that comparison, but here’s what stands out so far.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer kort, Datum: 20-10-2025

ASUS ROG Ally vs. XBOX Ally X in 10 Games at 17W & 35W
Bron: Hubwood
Vergelijking, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 20-10-2025

Apple's fall M5 hardware barrage, playtesting the ROG Xbox Ally X
Bron: Engadget
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Kort, Datum: 18-10-2025

80% I spent 5,000 miles gaming on the ROG Xbox Ally X — it’s incredible, but something doesn’t add up
Bron: Tom's Guide EN→NL
I live in a paradoxical mind. On the one hand, I sit on my lawn chair saying gaming handhelds have gotten too damn expensive. But on the other hand, I can’t lie — this is the best PC gaming handheld I’ve ever used, and I’d feel OK dropping $999 on it. Impressive performance paired with a giant battery and power efficiency — all deeply rooted in a stripped down Windows 11 with a slick Xbox UI to navigate and a All I’d say is just think about the library you have and the ways you play. If you’re leaning more towards indie, and you’re OK shaving off some textures in your AAA games, then a cheaper handheld is more than enough. Or if you dabble more in strategy, you can get some great gaming laptops for this price. If you’re back here after thinking that through, you have your answer. Go play to your heart’s content!
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 17-10-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 80%

84% Asus ROG Xbox Ally X review
Bron: PC Gamer EN→NL
Microsoft is asking a lot to justify the cost of the upgraded APU, redesigned Ally X chassis, and Windows overlay. Though it is, altogether, the best handheld I've ever used, but at a price I find hard to recommend to most people.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 17-10-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 84%

ROG Xbox Ally X review - Is this the best PC gaming handheld console in Malaysia?
Bron: Tech Nave EN→NL
When the ROG Ally first debuted two years ago, it was a promising PC gaming handheld console. The idea of playing PC games anywhere and anytime is great, but it was met with two major flaws: The battery life and an unoptimised Windows 11 user interface for handheld (also not forgetting the microSD card issue). Over time, ASUS ROG improved the battery life with the Ally X, but the UI is still very Windows-ish. The newest successor, called the ROG Xbox Ally series (instead of the ROG Ally 2), has finally arrived. Although I only had a week of playing the Xbox Ally X, I can safely say that ASUS ROG has finally brought its 'A' game. In fact, the Xbox Ally X is probably the best PC gaming handheld console we can now get in Malaysia.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 17-10-2025

Asus ROG Xbox Ally X Review
Bron: IGN EN→NL
The Xbox Full Screen Experience alone would probably be enough for me to recommend the Asus ROG Xbox Ally X to anyone looking for a new handheld gaming PC. But the fact that it’s so comfortable to use and performs so well is just icing on the cake. All it really needs now is a couple of software updates to really refine the Full Screen Experience and it will be a device for the history books.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 16-10-2025

ROG Xbox Ally X review – The best Windows handheld money can buy
Bron: NLT EN→NL
And finally – should you buy the ROG Xbox Ally X? Actually, I’d say yes. I really like this device a lot. The new grips are so much more comfortable than before and ROG is going for function over form. Powered by the new AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme, the performance is stellar for a handheld device like this yet it offers more performance per watt while being cooler and the fans are much quieter than before too. As for the price, which is a huge point of contention, it is at $999.99 USD. However, for us here in Malaysia, it’s actually the same price as the ROG Ally X that was launched last year, at RM4,299. So, is it expensive? I’d say not really. We can still do everything that we want to do on a laptop since it’s essentially a laptop in the form of a controller with a screen in the middle. We can still convert it back to a laptop by plugging in a dongle, or get the ROG Bulwark Dock and use it that way too.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Lang, Datum: 16-10-2025

ROG Xbox Ally X Review: It’s an Amazing Handheld–But Is It Worth $1000?
Bron: Nextpit EN EN→NL
The ROG Xbox Ally X is a solid handheld console, and I really enjoyed my time testing it. I took it everywhere I went for the last couple of days, and it’s the first handheld I genuinely considered buying for myself. Until I saw the price tag, that is. At a whopping $999, the console is anything but cheap. And that price tag carries certain expectations. One of those expectations would be the inclusion of a proper carry case. However, if you want one, be prepared to spend an additional $70, bringing the total price to almost $1.100. At that price, you can also get a very solid gaming laptop equipped with a dedicated graphics card and a high-end processor. But if you do have the money to spend on a handheld console, and the handheld form factor appeals to you, there is nothing wrong with choosing the ROG Xbox Ally X.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 16-10-2025

ROG Xbox Ally X FULL REVIEW | You Might Want Legion Go 2 Instead...
Bron: Tom's Guide
Tony’s here with the ROG Xbox Ally X, and we know you’ve been waiting to hear how it stacks up versus the Legion Go 2! The ROG Xbox Ally X fixes pretty much every complaint when it comes to Windows handhelds; we’re talking better design, better performance, better battery. But at $999, it is a pricey way to play your PC games on the go.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Lang, Datum: 16-10-2025

80% Asus ROG Xbox Ally X doesn't fix Windows 11 on handhelds, but it's a step in the right direction
Bron: Techradar EN→NL
The ROG Xbox Ally X is a team up between Asus and Xbox that took people by surprise, but don't think this is a portable version of the Xbox console - it's a Windows 11-powered gaming handheld PC, and despite some innovative hardware and software choices, it still offers a lot of the pros and cons previous, sometimes much cheaper, gaming PC handhelds come with.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Lang, Datum: 15-10-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 80% prijs: 40% prestatie: 80% mobiliteit: 60% afwerking: 80%

80% ROG Xbox Ally X Handheld Review
Bron: CG Mag Online EN→NL
Xbox gamers will find comfort in a familiar ecosystem, and the ability to include all your Xbox Play Anywhere and Cloud titles in one spot is a great quality of life feature. The ROG Xbox Ally X is the handheld console that makes sense for Xbox gamers who dabble in PC gaming too, with some boosted performance from last year’s ROG Ally X. I just really hope to see less peripheral issues in the future.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Lang, Datum: 15-10-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 80%

85% ROG Xbox Ally X review: Finally, a proper Windows-based gaming handheld
Bron: Hardware Zone EN→NL
If last year’s ROG Ally felt like an experiment, the Xbox Ally X is the version that finally sticks the landing. It’s still not the easiest handheld to live with, but it’s the one that makes the Windows handheld dream feel believable to me – powerful, portable, and finally, practical. But let’s be honest: not everyone needs a handheld like this. The Xbox Ally X isn’t aiming to replace your Switch 2 or your console at home. It’s for a different kind of player – someone who already lives in the PC ecosystem, has a Steam or Game Pass library full of half-finished titles, and likes the idea of picking them up on the go without starting over. It’s for the gamer who doesn’t mind the occasional driver update or Windows quirk if it means having full control over what they play and how they play it.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Lang, Datum: 15-10-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 85% prijs: 75% prestatie: 85% afwerking: 80%

90% I tested the Xbox Ally X for dozens of hours, and it's almost everything you want in a handheld — future updates could make it the full package
Bron: Windows Central EN→NL
Despite rising handheld competition, ASUS ROG has managed to create a powerful and portable gaming device that feels far more comfortable to hold than most others out there. If you typically play a lot of AAA games, then the Xbox Ally X is definitely the premium handheld for you. Between its Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme processor and AMD game-enhancing features, it frequently offers high-FPS game sessions, and currently sets the standard for handheld gaming performance. Plus, it isn't as expensive as some of the other premium current-gen Windows handhelds.Microsoft’s updated Windows experience lays the groundwork for better handheld usability, but it still needs refinement, ideally toward feeling more console-like. Hall effect joysticks and a bigger battery would also help, though battery limits remain a general tech constraint.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 15-10-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 90%

80% ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X review – One company clearly did all of the work on this group project
Bron: Htxt Africa EN→NL
The ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X lands on shelves on Thursday 16th October for R18 999. Given that the ASUS ROG Ally X retails for R17 999 and features a Z1 Extreme CPU (no AI) the R1 000 extra is arguably worth it for the arguably marginal performance bump of the newer chipset. The textured grips are really nice, as is the jet black colourway that is exclusive to the X iteration of the Xbox Ally.The hardware is great, the performance is what we’d expect from a handheld PC and frankly ASUS has done a bang-up job with its own software. But Microsoft lets the team down on this project. Windows still works but we really would have liked to have seen the Redmond colossus offering up more than the X logo here and crafted something special for the first handheld bearing its name.Frankly, it looks like Microsoft phoned it’s participation on this project in.ASUS though, stellar job folks.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Kort, Datum: 15-10-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 80%

ROG Xbox Ally X Review: Performance Outpaces Imperfections
Bron: BGR EN→NL
Despite its Xbox branding and more approachable design, the ROG Xbox Ally X doesn't quite do enough to attract a wider audience than any handheld gaming PC before it. That's not to say that was even an achievable goal for Asus and Xbox, but for as exciting as this device can be in ideal circumstances, its software continues to hold it back. The Xbox full screen experience is a significant step in the right direction, but Windows 11 just doesn't run smoothly on a portable touchscreen device. Certainly not this one – not yet, anyway. Of course, anyone willing to ignore or circumvent those inherent problems will be rewarded with an extraordinarily powerful gaming rig. There's not going to be much you can throw at the Xbox Ally X that it can't handle, provided you're willing to tone down the graphics settings every once in a while.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 15-10-2025

80% Asus ROG Xbox Ally X review: PC power meets Xbox magic
Bron: Think Digit EN→NL
At around ₹1,15,000, the ROG Xbox Ally X is a luxury gadget that has nailed the concept of portable PC gaming. For those who can afford it, this is a superb fusion of console simplicity and PC power – a handheld that truly feels like an Xbox you can carry anywhere.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer kort, Datum: 15-10-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 80%

ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X Review: Excellent But Evolutionary Handheld PC Gaming
Bron: Hot Hardware EN→NL
There's no getting around it--the ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X mostly succeeds because it is a ROG Ally X, and that device was fantastic. This one is also fantastic. If you were considering that device, you don't mind (or prefer) the extra handgrips, and you have the extra $200, then this is the one to go for. It's pretty much that simple. Of course, that's a lot of conditionals. Plainly speaking, the Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme doesn't particularly impress versus its predecessor. As we said earlier in the review, if you were hoping for a big performance uplift due to the 33% larger GPU, well it's just not there. Some games do actually benefit pretty significantly, and if you take into account the gains from playing in the Xbox Full Screen Experience, then this machine can be as much as 40% faster than the original ROG Ally X.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 15-10-2025

ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X Review | Buy This, Not The Steam Deck?
Bron: Tech Spurt
The power packed into this portable gamer is pretty impressive. Even on the basic Silent mode, you can happily play Diablo 4 on Ultra graphics settings, while the likes of Tony Hawk also runs well. Boost the ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X to the Performance or Turbo modes and AAA PC titles like Indiana Jones are more than playable, even on higher graphics settings. Even better is the battery life, which ranks among the best of any handheld gaming console I've tested in 2025. The Xbox ROG Ally X supplies three to four hours of non-stop game action on one charge, even on Performance and 25w Ultra modes. That's better than I experienced on the Steam Deck and Nintendo Switch 2 (when playing AAA games). And while you don't have an OLED panel, games still look great on the ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 15-10-2025

ROG XBOX Ally X Review
Bron: Dave 2D
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 15-10-2025

ROG Xbox Ally X Review
Bron: Overclock3d EN→NL
Portability has become increasingly important in recent times. The sales success of the Nintendo Switch meant both Microsoft and Sony rushed to develop their own. The PlayStation Portal was Sonys version. We all eagerly anticipated the Xbox one, especially as rumours were that it would be a full on handheld. The reveal back in June certainly gave us pause. Not so much a portable Xbox, instead it was more akin to a Steamdeck. A portable PC. Being produced by ASUS Republic of Gamers brand had us fearing for our wallets. Whilst it is hardly priced at the everyman there is so much flexibility and quality hardware in the ROG Xbox Ally that if you want what it offers, nothing else comes close. We worried when we first saw it that it was going to be locked to the Xbox infrastructure.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer kort, Datum: 15-10-2025

ROG Xbox Ally X Review: High-quality, very high price
Bron: Mobile Syrup EN→NL
It’s also worth mentioning that Asus sells a $149 product called the Bulwark Dock, which lets you plug in a variety of devices, including the Xbox Ally X, to monitors, TVs and other peripherals. With 7-in-1 connectivity, you can plug in laptops, phones and other handhelds. It’s also got a stand for your device and an anti-slip rubber base. I tried it with the Ally X and it worked well, if not entirely suited for my personal setup. (I don’t yet have a proper desk and primarily use an already full entertainment stand.) Really, it’s a pretty solid investment if you’re someone who games with any portable device, even if you don’t end up going with the Ally X.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 15-10-2025

70% The ROG Xbox Ally X is fantastic, but incomplete
Bron: Pocket Lint EN→NL
While the ROG Xbox Ally X lays the groundwork for a bright Windows 11 gaming handheld future, it makes me wonder where Xbox is headed. Is this the precursor to a Microsoft-made handheld that's actually just the next Xbox? Is the Xbox layer over Windows 11 the start of the Xbox-PC merger that's been rumored for years? It's still unclear, but the release of the Xbox Ally X feels like the start of a new direction for Microsoft and the Xbox brand. At launch, the Xbox Ally X experience is far from perfect, making its $1,000 USD ($1,300 CAD) price tag difficult to justify. There are just too many features that lack refinement, like the disconnect between the new Xbox menu and Armoury Crate, the fact that some third-party games don't appear in your Xbox library (EA's app, I'm looking at you), and that updates need to be downloaded through several different apps, both in Xbox and desktop mode.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Kort, Datum: 15-10-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 70%

50 Games On The ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X
Bron: Hubwood
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 15-10-2025

ROG Xbox Ally X FULL REVIEW - Not What I Expected...
Bron: The Tech Chap
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 15-10-2025

ROG Xbox Ally X - a PC Gamer’s Perspective
Bron: Linus Tech Tips
We're not entirely sure what makes the new Asus handheld an Xbox, but here we are. Thanks Microsoft. At least we finally get Windows Handheld mode and the X model - while expensive - is priced relatively competitively.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 15-10-2025

I just tested the ROG Xbox Ally — here's 3 things I love about it (and 3 that I don't)
Bron: Tom's Guide EN→NL
These are incredibly strong handhelds handhelds, but that price stings. Of course, the base model Ally is less potent, but it can still do the job with a little tweaking. But the Ally X really comes in heavy with performance from that Z2 Extreme, which is unlocked by removing the background burdens of Windows 11. And of course, there will be curation of the games tested by Xbox itself to ensure handheld compatibility too. It’s clear that Microsoft and Asus have thought of everything heading into the launch, and while it’s way too early to definitively confirm their greatness (that will come with a full review), they left a good first impression.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Kort, Datum: 26-09-2025

ROG Xbox Ally X Hands-On: This Changes EVERYTHING
Bron: Tom's Guide
Jason goes hands-on with the ROG Xbox Ally X and the ROG Xbox Ally to see how ASUS and Microsoft are trying to redefine handheld gaming. Could this be the best handheld gaming console yet? Jason compares the ROG Ally X vs. ROG Xbox Ally X, breaks down what’s new with the UI, and shows you how it might stack up against the Steam Deck and other portable gaming PCs.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 23-08-2025

Asus ROG Xbox Ally X hands-on review: a new hope for PC gaming handhelds
Bron: The Shortcut EN→NL
The Asus ROG Xbox Ally X just entered the chat as the serious contender for gaming handheld of the year. It’s not only the first Xbox handheld, but it’s the first gaming handheld that doesn’t feel or perform like a cumbersome PC. This is the first Xbox handheld that comes running a streamlined version of Windows 11 with fewer background processes. Its unique Xbox UI also almost completely eliminates having to deal with the desktop experience with frustratingly tiny touchscreen icons. Performance on the Asus ROG Xbox Ally X is higher and more efficient thanks to the new AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme processor inside. I was able to run Hogwarts Legacy at a high-quality setting and still have a smooth frame rate.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 22-08-2025

First Impressions: Asus ROG Xbox Ally – Our first look at the portable Xbox
Bron: Trusted Reviews EN→NL
Technically, as this is running Windows 11 Home underneath, it is possible to use the device as its own PC – there are enough ports for connecting things such as a mouse and keyboard, or hooking it up to an external display with the Thunderbolt-capable USB-C ports on top. With this, you could also install another OS, such as Bazzite, although by doing so, you’d lose out on all the Xbox-first software stuff that this handheld is arguably built around.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 22-08-2025

ROG XBOX Ally X – WAY Better Than I Expected…
Bron: Matthew Moniz
I finally got to go hands on with the ROG XBOX Ally X and ROG XBOX Ally and its much better than I expected. Looking forward to reviewing it when it comes out.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 21-08-2025

I just tested the ROG Xbox Ally — here's 3 things I love about it (and 2 that I don't)
Bron: Tom's Guide EN→NL
If that price leak turns out to be true (and I’m praying it is), these are incredibly strong handhelds. Of course, the base model Ally is less potent, but it can still do the job with a little tweaking. But the Ally X really comes in heavy with performance from that Z2 Extreme, which is unlocked by removing the background burdens of Windows 11. And of course, there will be curation of the games tested by Xbox itself to ensure handheld compatibility too. It’s clear that Microsoft and Asus have thought of everything heading into the launch, and while it’s way too early to definitively confirm their greatness (that will come with a full review), they left a fantastic first impression.
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 20-08-2025

80% Asus ROG Xbox Ally X im Test: Eine Xbox für unterwegs
Bron: PC Welt DE→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Kort, Datum: 09-12-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 80%

ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X
Bron: Gameswelt DE→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer kort, Datum: 28-11-2025

Asus ROG Xbox Ally X im Test: Endlich mobil zocken ohne Kompromisse?
Bron: Allround-PC.com DE→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 22-10-2025

ROG Xbox Ally X Test: Überraschend gut – aber ist es sein Geld wert?
Bron: Nextpit Germany DE→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Kort, Datum: 16-10-2025

Asus ROG Xbox Ally X im Test: Der neue Maßstab für Gaming-Handhelds?
Bron: Allround-PC.com DE→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 15-10-2025

Asus ROG Xbox Ally X im Test: Einer der besten Handhelds von 2025 und trotzdem kann ich ihn nicht jedem empfehlen
Bron: Gamestar DE→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Kort, Datum: 15-10-2025

Asus ROG Xbox Ally X im Techtest: Was kann der Handheld-PC mit AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme?
Bron: PC Games Hardware DE→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 15-10-2025

ROG Xbox Ally X im Test: So stark ist der erste Xbox-Handheld mit Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme
Bron: Computerbase DE→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 15-10-2025

Asus ROG Xbox Ally X, análisis: alma de caballo purasangre al que Windows ha echado el lazo
Bron: Xataka ES→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 07-11-2025

94% ROG Xbox Ally X 2025 review completa en español
Bron: Game IT ES→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Kort, Datum: 03-11-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 94% prijs: 80% prestatie: 100% beeldscherm: 80% mobiliteit: 100% afwerking: 100% ergonomie: 100%

92% Asus ROG Xbox Ally X (2025) Review en Español (Análisis completo)
Bron: Profesional Review ES→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 15-10-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 92% prijs: 84% prestatie: 99% beeldscherm: 87% mobiliteit: 92% afwerking: 95% ergonomie: 98%

80% He probado la Xbox portátil: la ROG Xbox Ally X marca un debut que me encanta por potencia y diseño, aunque mejorable en software
Bron: Computerhoy ES→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 15-10-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 80%

ROG Xbox Ally X, la mejor consola portátil del mercado es ahora más potente y ofrece más autonomía
Bron: El chapuzas Informatico ES→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 15-10-2025

98% ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X Review
Bron: Geeknetic ES→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 15-10-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 98%

94% ROG Xbox Ally 2025, review completa en español
Bron: Game IT ES→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Kort, Datum: 15-10-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 94% beeldscherm: 90% mobiliteit: 100% afwerking: 100%

93% ROG Xbox Ally X análisis: cambios muy acertados
Bron: MuyComputer ES→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 15-10-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 93% prijs: 90% prestatie: 95% mobiliteit: 95% afwerking: 95%

ROG Xbox Ally X Review: consola portátil tope de gama, ahora en colaboración con Microsoft
Bron: Noticias 3D ES→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 15-10-2025

ROG Xbox Ally X: la portatile di Microsoft e ASUS è un PC che vuole sembrare una console | Recensione
Bron: Techprincess IT IT→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer kort, Datum: 27-11-2025

Recensione ROG Xbox Ally X, è la miglior interpretazione di handheld ad oggi!
Bron: HDblog.it IT→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Lang, Datum: 15-10-2025

Recensione ROG Xbox Ally X. Finalmente una vera console portatile
Bron: DDay IT IT→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Lang, Datum: 15-10-2025

80% ROG Xbox Ally X: la recensione del PC handheld che porta l'ecosistema Xbox nell'hardware ASUS
Bron: Multiplayer IT IT→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 15-10-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 80%

70% Test de la ROG Xbox Ally X : une bonne console portable, mais une mauvaise Xbox
Bron: Frandroid FR→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Lang, Datum: 19-11-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 70% prestatie: 70% beeldscherm: 80% mobiliteit: 80% afwerking: 90%

80% ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X : on a testé la Xbox portable, voici ce qu'on en pense
Bron: Clubic FR→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Lang, Datum: 15-10-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 80%

70% Test ROG Xbox Ally X, à la recherche d’une identité
Bron: Journal du Geek FR→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 15-10-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 70%

100% Asus ROG Xbox Ally X
Bron: Les Numeriques FR→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Lang, Datum: 15-10-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 100% prestatie: 80% beeldscherm: 100% mobiliteit: 100% afwerking: 80%

70% On a testé l’Asus ROG Xbox Ally X : vous devriez attendre avant d’acheter la première Xbox portable
Bron: 01Net FR→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 15-10-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 70%

Test de la ROG Xbox Ally X : pourquoi vous devriez attendre avant de l’acheter
Bron: Frandroid FR→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 15-10-2025

66% Test Asus ROG Xbox Ally X : j’ai remplacé ma Switch 2 par la nouvelle console Xbox portable et je n’ai pas été entièrement convaincu
Bron: Presse Citron FR→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 15-10-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 66% prijs: 40% prestatie: 80% beeldscherm: 70% mobiliteit: 80% afwerking: 70%

83% Test du ROG Xbox Ally X : recette peaufinée
Bron: Geeks and Com FR→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 02-10-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 83% prijs: 80% prestatie: 90% mobiliteit: 75% afwerking: 90%

Prise en main des ROG Xbox Ally X & ROG Xbox Ally qui arrivent le 16 octobre 2025
Bron: Journal du Geek FR→NL
Vergelijking, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 20-08-2025

60% ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X to dobry sprzęt, ale słaba konsola
Bron: Telepolis PL→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Lang, Datum: 18-10-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 60%

Przenośny Xbox czy nie do końca? Recenzja ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X
Bron: Instalki PL→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Lang, Datum: 17-10-2025

Test ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X - Premierowy test handheldu ASUS-a i Microsoftu w wersji z procesorem AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme
Bron: PurePC PL→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 15-10-2025

70% Recenzja ASUS ROG XBOX Ally X. Jest lepiej, ale to nie zasługa sprzętu
Bron: Android.com.pl PL→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Lang, Datum: 15-10-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 70% prestatie: 80% mobiliteit: 80% afwerking: 70%

95% ASUS ROG XBOX Ally X - Test i recenzja. Król handheldów powraca w czerni i z nową mocą
Bron: ITHardware.pl PL→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 15-10-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 95%

85% Recenzja Asus ROG Xbox Ally X. Musimy pogadać…
Bron: Tabletowo PL→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 15-10-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 85%

ASUS Xbox ROG Ally X – przenośny kombajn bez paliwa, zbyt drogi by go polecić
Bron: Antyweb PL→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 15-10-2025

88% Обзор ROG Xbox Ally X: твой игровой товарищ
Bron: ITC UA RU→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 15-10-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 88% prijs: 90% prestatie: 90% beeldscherm: 90% mobiliteit: 90% afwerking: 90% ergonomie: 90%

ROG Xbox Ally X: Összefogás
Bron: Prohardver.hu HU→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 15-10-2025

87% Asus ROG Xbox Ally X recenze: Phile Spencere, toto není Xbox
Bron: Smartmania.cz CZ→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 15-10-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 87% prestatie: 99% functionaliteiten: 92% mobiliteit: 70% afwerking: 93%

Trên tay ROG Xbox Ally X: Chip Ryzen Z2 Extreme, lần đầu có giao diện Xbox Full Screen Experience
Bron: Vat Vo Studio VN→NL
Hands-On, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 16-10-2025

Review ASUS ROG XBOX Ally X: Handheld Gaming PC Terbaik Kolaborasi ROG dan XBOX!
Bron: Jagat Review ID→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 23-10-2025

80% Asus ROG Xbox Ally X: En Xbox i handen, och mer därtill
Bron: M3 PC för alla SV→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 28-10-2025
Beoordeling: Totale score: 80%

ROG Xbox Ally X: Dva sveta, jedna konzola
Bron: PC Press RS HR→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 16-10-2025

ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X (2025) 電競掌機
Bron: HKEPC zh-TW→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Zeer lang, Datum: 16-10-2025

[리뷰] 엑스박스 품은 ‘로갈리’, ROG Xbox Ally X
Bron: Donga KO→NL
Enkel testrapport, online beschikbaar, Gemiddeld, Datum: 21-10-2025