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ROG Xbox Ally X
ROG Xbox Ally X

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Launch
Version October 2025
Performance
CPU AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme (8 Cores / 16 Threads, Zen 5)
GPU AMD Radeon 890M (16 RDNA 3.5 Compute Units)
GPU Power NPU: Up to 50 TOPs (Copilot+ PC certified)
RAM 24GB LPDDR5X-8000
Storage 1TB M.2 2280 NVMe SSD (PCIe Gen 4)
Expandable Storage UHS-II MicroSD card reader
OS / Platform Windows 11 Home (Features a dedicated "Xbox Mode" that bypasses the standard desktop shell for a console-like UI)
Game Store / Ecosystem Direct Xbox App integration; full support for Steam, Epic, Battle.net, and Ubisoft Connect
Display
Screen size 7-inch
Resolution FHD (1920 x 1080)
Refresh rate 120Hz
Max FPS 120 FPS
Panel type IPS (500 nits, 100% sRGB)
Touch support 10-point Multi-touch
Adaptive Sync / VRR Yes (AMD FreeSync Premium)
Audio
Speaker format 2-speaker system with Smart Amplifier Technology
3.5mm Headphone Jack Yes (Combo jack)
Mic Built-in Array Microphone with AI noise-canceling
Supported codecs Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Certification
Connectivity
USB 1x USB4 (Thunderbolt 4 compatible), 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (Both support PD 3.0 and DP 2.1)
Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
Bluetooth Bluetooth 5.4
Ethernet Via Type-C adapter or Dock (Sold separately)
Controls / Inputs
Built-in Controls Hall Effect Joysticks with RGB rings, Hall Effect Analog Triggers, 2x Macro Back Buttons.
Controller Features Dedicated Xbox Button, 6-Axis IMU (Gyro), HD Haptics
External Controller Support Full support for Xbox Wireless Controllers (Native pairing) and other Bluetooth/USB gamepads.
Compatibility
Backward Compatibility Plays all Windows-compatible games; features Xbox Play Anywhere support.
Accessory Compatibility Compatible with standard M.2 2280 SSDs and most ROG Ally docks.
Docking Support Supports XG Mobile (up to RTX 5090) and universal USB-C/USB4 docks.
Physical
Dimensions 291 x 122 x 51 mm
Weight 715 g (1.58 lbs)
Color options Black (with Xbox Green accents on the back)
Cooling Zero Gravity Thermal System (Dual high-efficiency fans)
Battery & Power
Battery Capacity 80 Wh
Battery Life Approx. 3–4 hours (AAA Gaming), up to 13 hours (Video playback)
Charging 65W USB Type-C PD (Supports fast charging)
Misc
Inside the Box ROG Xbox Ally X, 65W Power Adapter, ROG Stand, 3 months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
Price $999.99 USD