Hands‑On with the ROG Xbox Ally X at Summer Game Fest – Is It the Steam Deck Killer?
544We got our hands on the exciting new ROG Xbox Ally X at Summer Game Fest and came away thoroughly impressed! Asus and Xbox's collaboration has produced a powerful handheld gaming device built with Xbox gamers in mind, featuring ergonomic Xbox-inspired grips, an immersive 7-inch 1080p display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate, and impressive internal hardware including the AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme processor, 24 GB of RAM, and a 1 TB SSD. The console-style Xbox interface provides quick access to Xbox Game Pass, Steam, Epic Games Store, and cloud-streaming options, making gaming seamless and intuitive. Plus, the integrated impulse triggers offer enhanced tactile feedback perfect for action-heavy titles.
Even though it's slightly heavier than competitors, it feels balanced and comfortable, and the optimized AI hardware and efficient battery management deliver several hours of gameplay on a single charge. Stay tuned for its Holiday 2025 release as we continue covering this game-changing device. Don’t forget to subscribe to our channel, and listen to our podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for more in-depth gaming content!