ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) announced the ROG Ally, the company’s latest Windows 11 gaming handheld. Powered by an AMD Ryzen Z1 series processor, the Ally is designed breeze through AAA games and indie titles with ease.
It is also equipped with a bright and high-refresh-rate touchscreen that ensures that gamers see their content clearly even when gaming outdoors. The Ally is easy to carry and handle all day, thanks to its lightweight 608 g design and ergonomic handholds.
ROG Ally: Powered by AMD
The ROG Ally is powered by an all-new purpose-built APU — an AMD Ryzen Z1 series processor with RDNA 3 graphics. Working in tandem ROG’s Zero Gravity thermal system, which uses a dual-fan system with ultrathin heatsink fins and high-friction heat pipes to ensure the Ally stays cool in any orientation.
Flagship gaming performance demands a panel to match, and the Ally does not disappoint. Equipped with a 120 Hz FHD (1080p) panel with FreeSync Premium support, gamers will enjoy supreme motion clarity in fast-paced games, with no tearing or stuttering in the event of an FPS drop. The display also has a maximum brightness of 500 nits, enabling gamers to easily keep track of the action in more challenging environments like the great outdoors. This touchscreen also allows seamless navigation of the Windows desktop when gamers need to change settings or install their next game.
Full-Fledged Windows 11 Gaming
The ROG Ally runs Windows 11, meaning gamers can access all their publisher libraries and game streaming services on a single device. Navigating the Windows desktop is a seamless experience, either through the Ally’s joysticks and buttons or through Windows’ robust touchscreen support.
Additionally, a Special Edition of Armoury Crate makes its debut with the ROG Ally, customized with quick performance mode toggles, a game launcher, in-game monitoring software, Aura Sync support, and more.
ROG is also offering a bundled 90-day trial of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, giving users instant access to hundreds of games from Xbox Game Studios, indie studios, and blockbusters the moment they boot their Ally.
Ergonomic and Lightweight Design
Weighing in at just 608 grams, the Ally is lightweight in a gamer’s backpack or hands, allowing for plenty of uninterrupted and comfortable gameplay. The Ally’s ergonomics continue with its handgrips, with unique triangle texturing on the rear giving gamers a solid hold on the machine from any angle. ROG styling lines adorn the palm side of the grip while also helping to reduce any accidental slipping.
The official ROG Ally launch event will be held at 10am Eastern Time (10pm Malaysia Time) on May 11, 2023.
