I Was WRONG About the XBOX Handheld (Asus ROG XB Ally Review)

👉Get ready for a deep dive first look into the brand-new ROG Xbox Ally, sent for review from ASUS. The XB Ally is a handheld gaming PC that’s redefining what Windows-based portables can do. In this video, we take a full hands-on look at the $599 ROG Xbox Ally — powered by the AMD Ryzen™ Z2 A Processor, 16GB of RAM, and a stunning 7-inch 1080p 120Hz display with VRR. I’ll walk you through the full specs, unbox the device, and compare it directly to the ROG Ally X and Legion Go S to see how it stacks up in performance, ergonomics, and value. From battery life and thermals to that incredible Xbox-style grip, this is a true console-level experience wrapped in PC power — and it might just be the best entry-level x86 handheld yet. But here’s the twist — I was wrong about it. I didn’t think the added handles or Xbox branding would matter, but the ROG Xbox Ally feels completely different once you pick it up. The new Xbox Experience UI streamlines Windows into a console-like interface, complete with Game Pass integration, optimized settings, and quick performance tools that make handheld PC gaming feel plug-and-play for the first time. Whether you’re a handheld enthusiast, Xbox fan, or PC gamer curious about the future of portable gaming, this in-depth look at the ROG Xbox Ally shows why ASUS and Microsoft’s partnership might just change the handheld market forever. Stubbs video review of X model: https://youtu.be/fbMHFBfteew Zu's Written review for Base model: https://retrohandhelds.gg/why-the-xbox-ally-matters/ 〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰 🛒Featured items from this video: Ally: Walmart: https://rh-go.link/ASUS-ROG-Xbox-Ally_WM Best Buy: https://rh-go.link/ASUS-ROG-Xbox-Ally_BB Amazon: https://rh-go.link/ASUS-ROG-Xbox-Ally_Amzn Ally X: Best Buy: https://rh-go.link/ASUS-ROG-Xbox-Ally-X_BB 💵 Save money with our hand-picked gaming & handheld deals: https://handheld.deals 🔎Browse our curated weekly deals: https://rh-go.link/DILLS ✨Became a Member or Patron👇 🌐All Our Links: https://rh-go.link 〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰 🎵 Music by Jim Gray (https://ourghosts.bandcamp.com) and SoundStripe 🎞️Production & Editing by SonyWWDD30 (and Gary for Zu's vids...sometimes) ⚠️ Disclaimer This description contains affiliate links. By purchasing something, RH may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This video is for education and entertainment purposes only, and is not intended for kids. All opinions are our own. #rogxboxally #rog #asus #xbox #emulation #retrohandheld #retrogaming 〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰 ⌚Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction 01:38 - Unboxing and Specs 03:05 - Comparisons (ROG Ally X/Legion Go S) 03:56 - Price 05:06 - Ergonomics/Xbox Feel 06:49 - Xbox-ification of Windows (Full Screen Experience/Gamepass Integration) 11:17 - Some Flaws 13:47 - Comparisons With SteamOS 14:20 - What Did We Learn? 16:50 - Thanks for watching!