Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme Gaming PC Now $449.99, Save $200

Starting this week, Best Buy is slashing $200 off the Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme gaming handheld, bringing the price down to an incredible $449.99. This is the lowest price I've seen for a brand new unit, even lower than Black Friday deals. Not only do you get this amazing discount, but you also receive a free official ROG Ally travel case, one month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, and two months of Crunchyroll Mega Fan subscription. The Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme stands out as one of the best gaming handhelds on the market, particularly for those looking to avoid being locked into Steam's ecosystem.

Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme Gaming Handheld for $449.99

Asus ROG Ally AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme Gaming Handheld

$649.99 save 31% $449.99 at Best Buy

The Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme is a Windows 11-based gaming handheld PC, representing the higher end of the two Asus ROG Ally models. It features an AMD Zen 4-based Z1 Extreme CPU, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD. It boasts a 7" screen with a sharp 1080p resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate, making it perfect for gaming on the go.

Unlike its main competitor, the Steam Deck, which runs on a Linux-based Steam OS, the ROG Ally operates on Windows 11. This compatibility with Windows-based game launchers such as Steam, Battle.net, Xbox Game Pass, Epic Games Store, GOG, Ubisoft Connect, and more, makes it an excellent choice for gamers who enjoy a variety of platforms beyond Steam.

In our Asus ROG Ally review, Robert Anderson noted, "The Asus ROG Ally truly feels like the portable Xbox Game Pass machine that many fans have been clamoring for. While it faces challenges like a frustrating user experience, poor battery life, and the absence of Steam Deck-style touchpads, it’s undeniable how much fun this handheld is to use when it really gets going. With a stunning 1080p screen that's marvelously bright and ideal for playing in any condition, combined with its powerful specs and an aggressive price tag, it might just be the Steam Deck competitor we've been waiting for."

It's worth noting that with CES 2025 now behind us, the handheld gaming PC market is heating up. The more compact and updated Lenovo Legion Go S has been announced and is available for pre-order. The Windows 11 version with a Z2 Go chip and 32GB of RAM is set to launch in January 2025, starting at $729. A more budget-friendly version will launch in May 2025, featuring the same Z2 Go chip but with 16GB of RAM, and your choice of Windows 11 or SteamOS for $599. Additionally, the Asus ROG Ally X, released in 2024, offers an all-around better gaming experience, though at a $300 higher price point.

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