Asus continues to offer the ROG Ally in more regions
As the giant name in the computer world, Asus's key to the gaming console sector, the ROG Ally, keeps getting introduced in more areas every day.
In April, Asus introduced the ROG Ally handheld console in two distinct versions. The premium model, priced at $700, was powered by the AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme. In contrast, a more budget-friendly variant at $600 came with the standard AMD Ryzen Z1. Feedback regarding the higher-priced version has been predominantly positive, and now, the $600 model has commenced shipping.
Both versions share significant specifications. They come equipped with 16GB LPDDR5 RAM, 512GB storage, and a 7-inch 1080p display with a refresh rate of 120Hz. They are also powered by a 40Wh battery. The distinction lies in their processing units.
Asus continues to offer the ROG Ally in more regions
The budget-friendly ROG Ally features the Ryzen Z1 APU with six CPU cores, whereas the Ryzen Z1 Extreme model possesses eight CPU cores. The integrated GPU on the budget version consists of 4 Compute Units (CUs). When comparing the two, both GPU and CPU performances of the budget variant are somewhat reduced relative to the Extreme editions. Some have even argued that the Steam Deck surpasses the ROG Ally in performance when operating at 15W.
Highlighting the strategic pricing, Asus has dropped the initial cost of the ROG Ally with the Ryzen Z1 by $100. This move is designed to appeal to a broader spectrum of gamers who are keen to delve into handheld gaming. With a starting price point of $599, Asus is positioning itself to find the right balance between performance and cost, potentially drawing a wider audience to its offering.
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