In a stunning display, ASUS ROG has unveiled their next-gen handheld gaming console ; The ROG Ally. It’s a jaw-dropping piece of kit powered by a custom made AMD Ryzen CPU that targets smooth portable gaming in a Full-HD 1080P setting.
The Ally is powered by an all-new Ryzen Z1 Series processor from AMD. Built on the “Zen 4” architecture combined with AMD RDNA 3 architecture-based graphics, the Ryzen Z1 Extreme processor rivals the prowess of game consoles, featuring 8 cores, 16 threads, and up to 8.6 teraflops of graphics processing power. An AMD Ryzen Z1 variant will be available later in 2023 with 6 cores and 12 processing threads, and both models support AMD FidelityFX™ Super Resolution and AMD Radeon Super Resolution upscaling technologies for excellent performance and stunning visuals in demanding AAA and indie titles.
“Our team has spent over a decade developing the technologies necessary to enable the Ryzen Z1 Series of processors. Working with visionary partners like ROG, we’ve designed a platform that redefines mobile gaming. We’re excited for gamers to experience the first device powered by Ryzen Z1 Series processors with the launch of the ROG Ally.”
Renato Fragale, senior director of product management for the Consumer and Gaming Client Business at AMD
To keep things cool, the Ally employs the ROG Zero Gravity thermal system, which uses a dual-fan system with ultrathin heatsink fins and high-friction heat pipes to ensure the Ally stays cool in any orientation. The Ally also comes equipped with 16 GB of high speed LPDDR5 6400 MHz memory, 512 GB of PCIe® Gen 4 storage, and a UHS-II microSD card slot to further expand its storage capacity. WiFi 6E support ensures that the Ally stays on a rock-solid connection, even in congested networks, whether gamers are natively playing a multiplayer match or streaming a game via Xbox Cloud Gaming or AMD Link.
Flagship gaming performance demands a display to match, and the Ally does not disappoint. Equipped with a 120 Hz FHD (1080p) touchscreen with AMD FreeSync™ Premium technology, gamers will enjoy supreme motion clarity in fast-paced games, with no tearing or stuttering. The display also has a maximum brightness of 500 nits, enabling gamers to easily keep track of the action in more challenging environments, like outdoors. This touchscreen display also acts to seamlessly allow navigation of Windows 11 when gamers need to change settings or install their next game.
Solo Handheld Play
The ROG Ally takes handheld gaming to new heights. With a 1080p screen and hardware capable of 60 FPS in many of the latest titles, the ROG Ally provides an on-the-go experience that will satisfy gamers of all stripes. Compared to the 720p resolution of competing devices, the Ally offers superior image and motion clarity thanks to its FHD touchscreen and AMD FreeSync Premium technology.
Coop Couch Gameplay
With the optional ROG Gaming Charger Dock, gamers can connect the Ally to a TV and charge at the same time, allowing for couch co-op and competition with extra controllers. The Ally can handle multiplayer games like NBA 2K23, Moving Out, and Street Fighter V with ease for a party that never stops.
Extreme Performance Gameplay
When paired with an XG Mobile external GPU sporting up to an NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4090 Laptop GPU, the Ally becomes a true gaming powerhouse for living room couch gaming or a high-end experience with mouse and keyboard. Gamers can play AAA games at 4K with ray tracing and DLSS 3, or take down the competition in high-framerate esports titles.
Gamers can also purchase the ROG XG Mobile with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU for US$1,999, or the XG Mobile with an AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT for US$799.
Pricing
The ROG Ally will come in 2 variants, with the difference being in the processor (for now).
Malaysia Launch Pricing
Expected Launch and Availability Period : Launched 19th June 2023, Roadshow starting 1st July 2023
| ROG ALLY | AMD Z1 Extreme Processor + 512GB SSD | RM 3299 |
| ROG ALLY | AMD Z1 Processor + 512GB SSD | RM 2599 – RM 2799* |
Official Online sales starting on 19th June 8.30pm – https://my.rog.gg/2023-ally-estore
For Limited Stock in limited Time, redeem ROG ALLY Bundle worth RM 1299 , which includes ROG Cetra Wireless, ROG Ally Travel Case, Screen Protector, and ROG Gaming Charger Dock with additional 9 months PC games pass.
Accessories
PWP promotion
XG MOBILE RTX3080 – GC31S – RM 7999 (Discount RM2000)
XG MOBILE RX 6850M XT – GC32L – RM 6999 (Discount RM2000)
RoadShow and First Sales
ROG ALLY Roadshow Bundle at Plaza Lowyat Concourse, 1st July 2023.
Complete your new ROG ALLY purchase with the roadshow bundle promotion starting on 1st July 2023 from 10am onwards, at ROG Roadshow, Plaza Lowyat Concourse.
For the first 100 buyers, redeem ROG ALLY Bundle & stand a chance for a lucky draw worth up to RM8298 in total, which includes ROG Cetra Wireless, ROG Ally Travel Case, Screen Protector, and ROG Gaming Charger Dock.
Spec List
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Processor | AMD Ryzen™ Z1 Extreme Processor CPU: “Zen 4″ architecture with 4 nm process, 8-core / 16-threads, 24 MB total cache, up to 5.10 GHz boost GPU: AMD Radeon™ Graphics ( AMD RDNA™ 3, 12 CUs, up to 2.7 GHz, up to 8.6 Teraflops) Power: 9-30W | AMD Ryzen™ Z1 Processor CPU: “Zen 4” architecture with 4 nm process, 6-core / 12-threads, 22 MB total cache, up to 4.90 GHz boost GPU: AMD Radeon™ Graphics ( AMD RDNA™ 3, 4 CUs, up to 2.5 GHz, up to 2.8 Teraflops) Power: 9-30W |
| Display | 7″ FHD (1920 x 1080) 16:9, IPS-level glossy display 500 nits peak brightness sRGB:100% Gorilla® Glass Victus™ Gorilla® Glass DXC Touchscreen (10-point multi-touch) Refresh Rate:120 Hz Response Time:7 ms Support Dolby Vision HDR AMD FreeSync™ Premium | 7″ FHD (1920 x 1080) 16:9, IPS-level glossy display 500 nits peak brightness sRGB:100% Gorilla® Glass Victus™ Gorilla® Glass DXC Touchscreen (10-point multi-touch) Refresh Rate:120 Hz Response Time:7 ms Support Dolby Vision HDR AMD FreeSync™ Premium |
| Memory | 16 GB LPDDR5 on board (6400 MT/s dual channel) | 16 GB LPDDR5 on board (6400 MT/s dual channel) |
| Storage | 512 GB PCIe® 4.0 NVMe™ M.2 SSD (2230) | 512 GB PCIe® 4.0 NVMe™ M.2 SSD (2230) |
| I/O Ports | 1 x ROG XG Mobile Interface and USB Type-C® combo port (with USB 3.2 Gen 2, supports DisplayPort™ 1.4) 1 x 3.5 mm Combo Audio Jack 1 x UHS-II microSD card reader (supports SD, SDXC and SDHC) | 1 x ROG XG Mobile Interface and USB Type-C® combo port (with USB 3.2 Gen 2, supports DisplayPort™ 1.4) 1 x 3.5 mm Combo Audio Jack 1 x UHS-II microSD card reader (supports SD, SDXC and SDHC) |
| Control and Input | Gamepad controls:A B X Y buttonsD-padL & R Hall Effect analog triggersL & R bumpersView buttonMenu buttonCommand Center buttonArmoury Crate button2 x assignable grip buttonsThumbsticks: 2 x full-size analog sticks with capacitive touchHaptics: HD hapticsGyro: 6-Axis IMU | Gamepad controls:A B X Y buttonsD-padL & R Hall Effect analog triggersL & R bumpersView buttonMenu buttonCommand Center buttonArmoury Crate button2 x assignable grip buttonsThumbsticks: 2 x full-size analog sticks with capacitive touchHaptics: HD hapticsGyro: 6-Axis IMU |
Games and Support
The ROG Ally was designed from the ground up with Windows at its heart, able to #playALLYourgames from any platform. ROG has collaborated with Microsoft, game publishers, and individual studios to ensure that gamers using the Ally have the best experience possible. Full support for Steam, the EA App, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, the Epic Games Store, GOG Galaxy 2.0, Android apps, and other game platforms ensures that no matter where users download their games, the Ally has them covered.
The Ally even comes bundled with a free three-month Xbox Game Pass Ultimate code, giving gamers instant access to Microsoft’s game library the moment they unbox the machine. “Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members have access to hundreds of games, including hits like Minecraft Legends, Grounded, Age of Empire IV and many more,” said Roanne Sones, CVP, Head of Xbox Hardware. “With the ROG Ally and Game Pass Ultimate, we can’t wait for people to discover and play their next favorite game on the go, whether it’s playing native PC games with Windows or streaming console games with Xbox Cloud Gaming.”
ROG is also proud to work with Xbox Game Studios, Capcom, HoYoverse, Level Infinite, 505 Games, Team 17, Nacon, Techland, Squanch Games, and Fatshark to provide the best gaming experience on the Ally.
