Handheld Devices
Tests show ROG Xbox Ally X performs better on Linux than Windows
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Independent tests reveal that the ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X gaming handheld achieves higher frame rates and faster sleep resume times when running Bazzite Linux compared to its stock Windows 11 setup. YouTuber Cyber Dopamine's benchmarks highlight up to 32% FPS gains in demanding games at 17-watt power mode. The results suggest Linux offers a more optimized experience for this Windows-based device.
TechRadar has spotlighted what is billed as the world's first glasses-free 3D PC handheld gaming device. Priced at $1,799, the gadget draws criticism for its appearance, with the reviewer expressing a preference for the Steam Deck.
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Microsoft has partnered with Asus to launch the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X, its first official handheld devices bearing the Xbox brand. Priced at $600 and $1,000 respectively, these Windows-based portables aim to blend console simplicity with PC versatility but face criticism for a cluttered user interface. Reviews highlight strong hardware performance alongside software frustrations compared to competitors like the Steam Deck.