Archive · 21 Aug 2025
Xbox to Launch ROG Xbox Ally Handhelds on October 16
Microsoft and Asus are releasing the ROG Xbox Ally, a handheld gaming device, on October 16, 2025.
There are two versions: the Ally for 720p gaming and the Ally X for 1080p gaming.
The Ally will feature an AMD processor, 16GB RAM, and 512GB storage.
Xbox has worked to make games compatible, using 'Handheld Optimised' and 'Mostly Compatible' labels.
These handhelds will give you an Xbox experience on the go, allowing you to play games without extra settings.
Microsoft announced the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X handhelds at Gamescom.
The official release date for both devices is October 16, 2025.
The ROG Xbox Ally is designed for 720p gaming, while the Ally X is for 1080p gaming.
The ROG Xbox Ally features an AMD Ryzen Z2 A processor and 512GB of storage.
Microsoft is working on 'Handheld Optimised' and 'Mostly Compatible' game designations.
- Who
- Microsoft and Asus.
- What
- Microsoft is launching ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X handhelds.
- When
- October 16, 2025.
- Where
- Not explicitly mentioned in the article.
- Why
- To offer an Xbox gaming experience on a handheld device.
- Release Date
- October 16, 2025
- Ally Resolution
- 720p
- Ally X Resolution
- 1080p
- Screen
- 7-inch 1080p, 120 Hz
- Ally Processor
- AMD Ryzen Z2 A
- Ally X Processor
- AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme
- Game Compatibility
- Handheld Optimised and Mostly Compatible
