ROG Ally (Ryzen Z1 Extreme)

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ROG Ally (Ryzen Z1 Extreme)

88 positive 2 neutral 45 negative

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Stuck between 2 options, please help!

People are overstating the performance difference - it’s 25% better at 17W and 13% better at 25W. However, I’d still go for an XAX. I’ve seen countless stories on r/ROGAlly about people’s Allys having defects, build quality issues, getting fucked by Asus warranty service, etc. Seems like the XAX is

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M4rshmall0wMan in r/Handhelds

May 3, 2026 12:29 AM

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Question Time: What made you buy the SteamDeck?

I had an Asus ROG Ally but it died. Steam deck was cheaper to get new than a used Ally. So I did.

samdimercurio in r/SteamDeck

April 28, 2026 3:52 PM

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ROG Ally X USB-C failure after extended plugged-in use (thermal + mechanical design issue)

It was motherboard issue. It was fried due to high temperature. Temps should be below 75 at all times. Below 70 is ideal. Asus replaced the motherboard and it was back to normal. It's ironic that stock 30W turbo mode can destroy your Ally

random_user_2025 in r/ROGAllyX

May 3, 2026 10:59 AM

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Before the LeGo S Price Hike

Is that an rog ally z1e? If so where can i get the replac3ment housing? Asus used gods shittiest plastic in these and mine is cracked to hell from a litteral 1ft drop onto carpet :|

MrsChocyMilk in r/Handhelds

April 21, 2026 8:57 PM

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What pc handheld should I get that is not super expensive?

Shop used. I recently picked up an OG Legion Go for $580 in a country where tech is notoriously expensive. I can recommend the Legion Go if you're not looking for something super compact or if you're okay with either shit battery life or upgrading the battery yourself. Otherwise, look into an Asus R

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julian_vdm in r/Handhelds

April 23, 2026 5:37 AM

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What is a good alternative to the steam deck! It looks genuinely uncomfortable? I want to be able to dock it as well if possible.

A rog ally with the z1e is great, I use it myself But if you want to you can even buy the xgm from asus which is expensive but with a gpu like the 4090 or even a 3070 (all mobile versions) are awesome, maybe not that much value but it will give you the best dock experience

ANS__2009 in r/videogames

April 25, 2026 6:00 PM

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If the price is same would you choose rog ally or steamdeck oled?

ASUS ROG Ally X Z1 Extreme better than both

storebrandkeith in r/Handhelds

April 26, 2026 3:59 AM

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Should i cave in and get a Steam Deck through FB Marketplace? What was your experiences if you bought from there.

I would think Ebay is safer, but if you’re looking for a deal, FB Marketplace or r/hardwareswap. I used Marketplace to snag an Asus ROG Ally X + Spigen travel case for $450 last week. Quick check, Didn’t see any visible scratches, buttons/sticks felt/sounded fine, so paid them then & not had any iss

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SinfulDaMasta in r/Handhelds

April 27, 2026 6:28 PM

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Steam deck or legion go?

Shitty. Really shitty. I ended up returning it and getting a used ASUS ROG Ally X (2024) for $430. It has 94% battery health and it’s been fantastic. So much more comfortable to hold and the battery is way way better.

storebrandkeith in r/Handhelds

April 28, 2026 7:58 PM

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MSI Claw 7 Ultra 1Tb for $439 at Rent-A-Center. Good deal or no?

ASUS ROG Ally X (2024) is a lot better. I got mine for $430 USD off Facebook Marketplace.

storebrandkeith in r/Handhelds

April 29, 2026 1:23 AM

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