ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) has officially opened pre-orders for its new handheld gaming devices, the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X, in selected markets starting September 26, 2025, at 2:00 a.m. CEST. Additional regions are scheduled to follow in the weeks ahead.
The devices were developed in partnership with Xbox, combining the hardware engineering of ASUS ROG with the gaming ecosystem of Xbox and Windows. Both handhelds run on Windows 11, providing access to titles from major PC storefronts and Xbox Game Pass, while featuring ergonomic design and a full-screen layout.
The ROG Xbox Ally uses the AMD Ryzen Z2 A Processor, designed to deliver energy efficiency with performance improvements over the previous ROG Ally generation. The ROG Xbox Ally X, equipped with the AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme Processor, focuses on higher processing power, balancing performance and battery life.
Pre-release testing showed the Xbox Ally X achieving up to a 30% performance increase in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle and Doom: The Dark Ages. Battery testing indicated up to double the runtime in Hollow Knight: Silksong compared to the earlier model.
The standard Xbox Ally also records a 20% uplift in Forza Horizon 5 and Gears of War: Reloaded, while offering up to 110% more battery endurance over its predecessor.
Both models support the latest AMD technologies, including FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR), Radeon Super Resolution (RSR), and Fluid Motion Frames (AFMF), enhancing frame rates and visual output in supported titles.
The Xbox Ally X integrates an onboard Neural Processing Unit (NPU), preparing the hardware for upcoming software features as AI-based tools in gaming continue to evolve. While current use cases remain limited, the addition is designed to ensure long-term compatibility with future developments.
Regional Availability
Pre-orders are live in Australia, Belgium, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand (Xbox Ally only), Norway, Poland, Portugal, Republic of Korea, Romania, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland (Xbox Ally X only), Taiwan, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, and Vietnam.
The launch will expand on October 16, 2025, to additional countries, including Egypt, Greece, Hungary, Malaysia, India, Indonesia, the Philippines, Slovenia, South Africa, Thailand, and Ukraine, with pre-orders also starting today in these regions. Future availability in Brazil and China has been confirmed, with dates to be announced.
Customers can place orders through the Microsoft Store, the ASUS eShop, and via local retailers worldwide.
With the Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X, ASUS ROG expands its presence in the handheld gaming segment, offering players access to both PC and Xbox ecosystems in portable form. The devices will begin shipping in multiple regions from late September, with further availability set to continue into October and beyond.
ASUS ROG Xbox Ally vs Xbox Ally X – Specifications
| Feature | ROG Xbox Ally | Up to 110% more endurance vs. the previous Ally |
|---|---|---|
| Processor (APU) | AMD Ryzen Z2 A Processor | AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme Processor |
| Graphics | Integrated Radeon GPU | Integrated Radeon GPU with advanced optimizations |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Display | Full-screen handheld display (touch-enabled) | Full-screen handheld display (touch-enabled) |
| Performance Uplift | Up to 20% higher vs. previous ROG Ally | Up to 30% higher vs. previous ROG Ally X |
| Battery Life | Up to 110% more endurance vs. previous Ally | Up to 2x more endurance in supported titles |
| AI / NPU Support | Not included | Integrated NPU for future-ready features |
| AMD Technologies | FSR, RSR, AFMF frame generation supported | FSR, RSR, AFMF frame generation supported |
| Target Gaming | PC storefronts, Xbox Game Pass, Windows titles | PC storefronts, Xbox Game Pass, Windows titles |
| Pre-Order Start | September 26, 2025 (selected regions) | September 26, 2025 (selected regions) |
| Launch Expansion | October 16, 2025 (additional markets) | October 16, 2025 (additional markets) |
