Asus and Microsoft have unveiled the Asus ROG Xbox Ally X20, an upgraded Windows-powered handheld gaming PC priced at $1,299.99. Celebrating the 20th anniversary of Asus ROG, the standalone device costs $300 more than the prior Xbox Ally X, while an expanded bundle including XR glasses, a Pelican case, and a Dbrand Killswitch case is priced at $2,499.99. [1][2]
The X20 retains the core performance hardware of its predecessor, utilizing the same AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme chip, 24GB of LPDDR5X memory, and 80 WHr battery. Visual and physical hardware receive the main updates: a 7.4-inch, 120 Hz 1080p OLED touchscreen replaces the earlier 7-inch IPS panel, housed inside a tinted transparent shell with rubberized rear grips. Asus also incorporated tighter TMR joysticks, a dedicated screenshot button, and a transforming D-pad that alternates between four-way and eight-way configurations. [1][2]
While reviewers praise the brighter OLED panel and sturdier build, Tom's Hardware notes that the original $999.99 Xbox Ally X will remain on shelves and delivers identical in-game performance, making the newer model a steep investment aimed primarily at newcomers wanting a premium machine rather than existing owners seeking an upgrade. [1]
