Asus announced that it would launch a new handheld gaming console that could compete with Valve's Steam Deck. At first, everyone thought it was just an April Fool's prank. It turned out that it was the other way around.
Asus ROG Ally is the Next Steam Deck
Asus ROG Ally could be the next closest competitor of Valve's Steam Deck based on its design.
According to a report by Eurogamer, Asus confirmed last April 1 that its following product would be a handheld console that will run Windows 11.
The computer hardware company said its system would rely on the custom AMD Ryzen chip. What's more, you can even slot it into an external graphics card.
With the help of AMD, it's understandable why this gadget might demand heavy graphics. However, it won't overheat since, through ROG's Intelligent Cooling, you can only achieve silence and coolness in one frame when you're playing.
Some reports allege that Asus will feature an Armoury Crate program where players can freely set key mapping on the console. It also serves as a game launcher.
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Alleged Specs of Asus ROG Ally
In another article written by Engadget earlier this week, YouTuber Dave Lee disclosed some of the possible specifications of the upcoming Asus handheld gaming console.
According to the YouTuber, the ROG Ally will sport a higher resolution of 1080 which is bigger than Steam Deck's 800p.
Another thing we should take note of is its 120Hz refresh rate. Thanks to its customizable setup, you can also enjoy switching your desired RGB lightning.
At this point, Asus has not yet revealed the pricing for this gaming machine, yet pre-orders for customers based in North America are currently ongoing. You can head to Best Buy to sign-up for this.
Knowing the possible differences between Asus ROG Ally and Steam Deck is interesting. If it's not matched with Valve's console, it may go toe-to-toe with Ayaneo 2, priced at $850.
The guessing game for its performance and specs will continue as much as the rumors are concerned. Still, it's up to the reader to take it with a grain of salt or consume it as-is.
Earlier this year, Tech Times reported that Valve warned users not to buy Steam Deck from unofficial retailers. The game publisher noted that only two methods exist to acquire this console legitly.
First, you can directly obtain Steam Deck in North America and Europe. The second method is purchasing it from Komodo, which has stores in Japan, Korea, Taiwan, and Hong Kong.
If a third-party seller attempts to sell you a Steam Deck, you should think twice before accepting the offer. If the console gets damaged, Valve won't be responsible for fixing your Steam Deck.
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