Save $200 Off the Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme Handheld Gaming PC, Now Only $449.99

Best Buy's Unbeatable Deal: Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme for $449.99

Best Buy is slashing $200 off the Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme gaming handheld this week, bringing the price down to just $449.99. This is the lowest price I've seen for a brand-new unit, even surpassing Black Friday deals. The offer includes a free ROG Ally travel case, a month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, and two months of Crunchyroll Mega Fan.

This is a fantastic opportunity to snag one of the best gaming handhelds on the market, especially if you prefer a device that's not limited to Steam's ecosystem.

Asus ROG Ally AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme Gaming Handheld

$649.99 (Original Price) $449.99 (Best Buy Deal) - Save $200

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, a 512GB SSD, a vibrant 7" 1080p display with a 120Hz refresh rate.

Unlike the Steam Deck's Linux-based OS, the ROG Ally runs on 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 broader compatibility makes it ideal for gamers who enjoy titles not readily available or easily installed on the Steam Deck.

In IGN's review, the ROG Ally was praised as a portable Xbox Game Pass powerhouse. While some drawbacks exist (user experience, battery life, lack of Steam Deck-style touchpads), its 1080p screen, powerful specs, and now significantly reduced price make it a compelling Steam Deck alternative.

Upcoming Competition:

Note that the handheld gaming PC market is heating up. The Lenovo Legion Go S is on the horizon, with a Windows 11 version (Z2 Go, 32GB RAM) launching in January 2025 at $729, and a more affordable 16GB RAM version (Windows 11 or SteamOS) arriving in May 2025 for $599. The Asus ROG Ally X, released in 2024, also offers superior performance but at a higher price point.

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