Asus ROG Ally has corrected its major error that caused a large backlash
ROG Ally, which aimed to bring a new breath to the handheld gaming console world, but was found to have a significant problem even before it was released, has overcome this issue thanks to Asus's intervention.
Recently, Asus globally unveiled the ROG Ally, a handheld gaming console designed to compete directly with the renowned Steam Deck. The new console, powered by the cutting-edge Ryzen Z1 Extreme chip, was predicted to outshine the Valve console in terms of power. However, early assessments of the console indicated otherwise.
Popular YouTuber Dave2D recently shed light on this surprising issue in a video, attributing the subpar performance to Asus' distribution of immature drivers. Luckily, this obstacle has been surmounted before the console began its journey to customers worldwide.
Asus ROG Ally has corrected its major error that caused a large backlash
In the wake of this resolution, Asus has disseminated the latest drivers, which have successfully uplifted the ROG Ally Console's performance. With improvements spanning between 15 to 20% at 15W and 25W profiles, the console now showcases more robust functionality. Furthermore, enhancements to the 9W silent profile have led to comparable frame rates with the Steam Deck. However, at the 9W setting, the Steam Deck continues to hold its edge over the ROG Ally, a gap which isn't expected to close. The reason behind this discrepancy can primarily be traced back to the Ryzen Z1 Extreme's roots. The chip is closely related to a laptop chip, the Ryzen 7 7840U, which is engineered to operate between 15W to 30W.
Regardless of these updates, the ROG Ally's battery longevity remains unchanged. Consequently, the Steam Deck continues to stand as a more harmonious option, particularly for those wishing to enjoy older games or indie titles without worrying about battery longevity.
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