ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) has just thrown down the gauntlet in the handheld PC war, and you can get your hands on their new weapons in October. The ROG Xbox Ally and the beefier ROG Xbox Ally X are officially available for pre-order, and Australian gamers can jump in immediately.
That’s right as of 11:00 am (AEST) today, September 26, 2025, the pre-order floodgates opened in select markets, including our own. You can lock down one of these powerful portables ahead of the global launch on October 16.
2 New Allies to Choose From
ROG has once again teamed up with Xbox to bring a cohesive gaming experience that fuses the best of console simplicity with PC power and versatility. But which one is right for you?
For the everyday gamer to the hardcore player, the ROG Xbox Ally is your essential handheld, with the AMD Ryzen Z2 A Processor. This model is priced at AUD $999 (MSRP) and still delivers up to a 20% performance boost in titles like Forza Horizon 5 over the previous generation. Smart move from the team to keep this one under 1k and is almost certainly going to become the handheld of choice for people across the board.
Then there’s the big gun: the ROG Xbox Ally X. Built for the most demanding players, this high-performance beast packs the brand-new AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme Processor. Get ready for next-level performance in AAA games, with tests showing up to a 30% performance increase in games like Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. It’ll set you back AUD $1,599 (MSRP) but promises up to double the battery life in lighter games!
Next-Gen Power and Future-Proofing
Both models boast significant improvements, ensuring they deliver a top-tier Windows 11 handheld gaming experience. They’re primed to use the latest AMD tech like FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR) and Fluid Motion Frames (AFMF) to push framerates and smoothness.
The Ally X is also looking toward the horizon with an onboard NPU (Neural Processing Unit). While AI features in games are currently limited, this inclusion means the Ally X is ready to take advantage of future AI enhancements in the biggest upcoming titles.
Ready to play all your PC storefront games on the go? You can pre-order the ROG Xbox Ally or ROG Xbox Ally X right now through the Microsoft Store, ASUS e-Shop, JB HiFi, and many other participating Australian retailers!
