Two of the world’s top tech giants, Microsoft and Asus, joined hands to develop not one, but two Xbox Ally handhelds, which will give users a full-screen experience, along with a new kind of gaming experience. Both of them are part of the Project Kennan initiative that includes thorough development into newer gaming consoles, making them handheld-friendly and reducing the complexity of the Windows platform.
| Site | Subscription Price | Supported Countries |
|---|---|---|
| FuboTV | 5-day free trial, $10–$90/month | USA, Canada, Spain |
| ESPN+ | $11.99/month | USA |
| Fanatiz | €6.99–€10.99/month | Worldwide |
| StreamLocator | 7-day free trial, no credit card required! $9.90/month | Worldwide |
One of them is the White ROG Xbox Ally handheld device, which is designed for a standard 720p gaming experience. Then comes the all-powerful black ROG Xbox Ally, which is equipped to support a 900p to 1080p gaming experience.
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Key features at a glance
Two models for different performance needs
White Xbox Ally: Optimised for 720p gaming, featuring a new AMD Ryzen Z2 A chip, 16GB LPDDR5X RAM, and 512GB SSD.
| Site | Subscription Price | Supported Countries |
|---|---|---|
| FuboTV | 5-day free trial, $10–$90/month | USA, Canada, Spain |
| ESPN+ | $11.99/month | USA |
| Fanatiz | €6.99–€10.99/month | Worldwide |
| StreamLocator | 7-day free trial, no credit card required! $9.90/month | Worldwide |
Black Xbox Ally X: Supports 900p to 1080p gaming, powered by an AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme processor, 24GB LPDDR5X RAM, and 1TB SSD storage.
Seamless Xbox-like experience
Devices boot directly into the Xbox PC app, skipping the traditional Windows desktop.
Access games from Xbox, Game Pass, Microsoft Store, Steam, Epic, Battle.net, and more—all in one launcher.
UI improvements include controller-based login and a handheld-optimized Game Bar for quick settings, app switching, and launching tools like Discord.
| Site | Subscription Price | Supported Countries |
|---|---|---|
| FuboTV | 5-day free trial, $10–$90/month | USA, Canada, Spain |
| ESPN+ | $11.99/month | USA |
| Fanatiz | €6.99–€10.99/month | Worldwide |
| StreamLocator | 7-day free trial, no credit card required! $9.90/month | Worldwide |
Display and design
Both models feature a 7-inch 1080p display, with 120Hz refresh rate and VRR (Variable Refresh Rate).
Contoured Xbox-style grips enhance portability and ergonomics, offering a controller-like feel.
Expanded connectivity
The Xbox Ally X includes USB-C 4 with Thunderbolt 4, enabling support for external GPUs, alongside a USB-C 3.2 port and UHS-II microSD slot.
The Xbox Ally has two USB-C 3.2 ports, allowing dual peripheral connectivity.
Bigger batteries for longer play
The Xbox Ally packs a 60Wh battery, 50% more than the original ROG Ally.
The Xbox Ally X boasts an 80Wh battery, currently the largest in any handheld gaming device.
Docking and external GPU support
Both models can be docked to Asus’ XG Mobile, which houses an RTX 5090 laptop GPU, enabling desktop-grade gaming performance when stationary.
Availability
The two ROG Xbox Ally handhelds are set to launch during the 2025 holiday season. Microsoft and Asus will announce pricing and preorder details in the coming months.
