The Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme Handheld Gaming PC Drops to the Lowest Price Ever

Best Buy slashes $200 off the Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme, bringing the price down to just $449.99 – a new low price, even beating Black Friday deals! This incredible offer includes a free ROG Ally travel case, a one-month Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription, and a two-month Crunchyroll Mega Fan subscription.

Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme Gaming Handheld: $449.99

Asus ROG Ally AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme Gaming Handheld

$649.99 (31% off) $449.99 at Best Buy

The Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme is a Windows 11 gaming handheld PC. This high-end model boasts an AMD Zen 4 based Z1 Extreme CPU, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD. Enjoy its vibrant 7" 1080p display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate.

Unlike the Steam Deck's Linux-based OS, the ROG Ally utilizes Windows 11, offering compatibility with virtually all major game launchers (Steam, Battle.net, Xbox Game Pass, Epic Games Store, GOG, Ubisoft Connect, and more). This broad compatibility makes it especially appealing to gamers who enjoy titles beyond Steam's ecosystem.

In IGN's review, the ROG Ally was praised as a fantastic portable Xbox Game Pass machine. While some drawbacks exist (user experience, battery life, lack of Steam Deck-style touchpads), its enjoyable gameplay, bright 1080p screen, powerful specs, and competitive price make it a strong contender in the handheld gaming market.

The handheld gaming PC market is heating up, with new competitors emerging since CES 2025. The Lenovo Legion Go S, while pricier, is a recent release. A more affordable version is launching in May 2025 for $599 (Windows 11 or SteamOS). The Asus ROG Ally X, released late 2024, offers superior performance but commands a $300 premium.

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