{"id":156825,"date":"2023-05-03T01:02:36","date_gmt":"2023-05-03T01:02:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/culture.org\/?p=156825"},"modified":"2023-06-12T13:38:27","modified_gmt":"2023-06-12T13:38:27","slug":"asus-rog-ally-takes-on-steam-deck-in-the-growing-handheld-gaming-market","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/culture.org\/gaming\/asus-rog-ally-takes-on-steam-deck-in-the-growing-handheld-gaming-market\/","title":{"rendered":"Asus ROG Ally Takes on Steam Deck in the Growing Handheld Gaming Market"},"content":{"rendered":"
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  • Asus has unveiled the ROG Ally, a new handheld gaming device that competes directly with Valve's popular Steam Deck.<\/li>\r\n
  • The $700 Ally model offers impressive specifications, including an AMD Z1 Extreme APU, 512GB of SSD storage, and 16GB RAM, making it a strong competitor to the Steam Deck.<\/li>\r\n
  • The ROG Ally boasts a superior screen resolution of 1920 x 1080 at 120Hz and is 61 grams lighter than the Steam Deck.<\/li>\r\n
  • While the device has been well-received for its overall design and ergonomics, its battery life remains a significant concern, given its powerful specs and competitive pricing.<\/li>\r\n
  • The handheld gaming market is experiencing significant growth, and the competition between devices such as the ROG Ally and the Steam Deck will drive further advancements in the industry.<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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    Asus has recently unveiled the ROG Ally, its entry into the handheld gaming market, with the device set to compete directly with Valve’s popular Steam Deck. Boasting impressive specifications and a competitive price tag of $700, the Asus ROG Ally has captured the attention of gamers and industry experts alike.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Asus ROG Ally: An Impressive Package<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    The Asus ROG Ally offers a Windows 11 operating system and is powered by an AMD Z1 Extreme APU.<\/span><\/p>\n

    There are also indications that a lower-spec version of the Ally may be available at an even more affordable price point, potentially positioning it as a strong competitor to the entry-level $400 Steam Deck.<\/span><\/p>\n

    The $700 Ally model comes with 512GB of SSD storage and 16GB RAM, matching the storage capacity of the most expensive Steam Deck variant.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Both devices feature 7-inch screens, but the Ally’s screen resolution is a superior 1920 x 1080 at 120Hz, compared to the Steam Deck’s 1280 x 800 resolution at 60Hz.<\/span><\/p>\n

    In terms of processing power, the Ally boasts a Zen 4 processor and an RDNA 3 graphics unit, whereas the Steam Deck is equipped with a Zen 2 processor and an RDNA 2 graphics unit.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Despite these superior specifications, the Ally manages to be 61 grams lighter than the Steam Deck.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Enhanced Gaming Experience and Ergonomics<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    Asus has designed the ROG Ally with a traditional control setup, featuring two analog sticks, a d-pad, four primary face buttons, and triggers.<\/span><\/p>\n

    The device has been well-received in hands-on tests by tech journalists, and early reviews have praised the handheld’s overall design and ergonomics.<\/span><\/p>\n

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    Asus has recently unveiled the ROG Ally, its entry into the handheld gaming market, with the device set to compete directly with Valve’s popular Steam Deck. Boasting impressive specifications and a competitive price tag of $700, the Asus ROG Ally has captured the attention of gamers and industry experts alike.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span>\r\n\r\n

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    Battery Life and Charging Efficiency<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    One significant concern with the Asus ROG Ally is its battery life, given the device’s powerful specs and competitive pricing.<\/span><\/p>\n

    It remains to be seen whether the handheld can provide a satisfactory gaming experience without draining its battery too quickly.<\/span><\/p>\n

    In comparison, the Steam Deck is known for consuming considerable power when running demanding games at higher settings.<\/span><\/p>\n

    When it comes to charging, the ROG Ally is said to charge from 0 to 50 percent in just 30 minutes using the included 65W USB-C power brick.<\/span><\/p>\n

    The Steam Deck’s charging time is slower, but Valve has stated that this is an intentional design choice to preserve the longevity of the battery.<\/span><\/p>\n

    The Future of Handheld Gaming<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    The handheld gaming market has experienced significant growth, thanks to the success of devices like the Nintendo Switch and the Steam Deck.<\/span><\/p>\n

    As more companies, such as Asus, enter the market with innovative products, consumers will have a wider variety of options to choose from, fostering competition and driving further advancements in the industry.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Awaiting the Full Reveal and Final Verdict<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    The Asus ROG Ally Z1 and Z1 Extreme models are set to be fully unveiled on May 11. While the device appears to be a strong contender against Valve’s Steam Deck, its ultimate success will depend on key factors such as price, battery life, performance, and storage capacity.<\/span><\/p>\n

    With the full reveal just around the corner, the handheld gaming market is poised for an exciting showdown between these two devices.<\/span><\/p>\n

    The outcome of this competition will determine whether the ROG Ally can successfully challenge the Steam Deck and secure its place in the rapidly expanding handheld gaming market.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":18,"featured_media":156826,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[407],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-156825","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-gaming"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/156825"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/18"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=156825"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/156825\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/156826"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=156825"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=156825"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=156825"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}