ROG Ally X is announced with more memory, battery and improved design
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This Sunday, the 2nd, the ASUS announced the ROG Ally X, an upgrade to your portable console. This release maintains support for Windows 11 and the processor AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme, and brings significant improvements such as greater battery capacity, more RAM and storage, as well as improved ergonomics. Designed to run all games efficiently, the console promises to elevate the gaming experience. Check out more details below!
Design
ASUS recognizes the importance of ergonomics in a portable gaming console, which is why we designed the ROG Ally X aiming for maximum comfort for players. The device features several improvements, such as taller grips, macro keys and flatter surface angles, making the buttons more accessible and providing an unparalleled gaming experience.
In addition, adjustments were made to the arrangement of joysticks in relation to the D-Pad and the front buttons, making it easier to move your hands between them. Meanwhile, custom tilts of 2º and 14º keep the console in a comfortable position during extended gaming sessions. The presence of lighting RGB both of us joysticks, compatible with Aura sync, elevates the experience even further, allowing players to dive deeper into the action.
The front part of the ROG Ally X is composed of the following elements:
- Left Analog Button
- Directional buttons
- Audio speakers
- Array microphones
- preview button
- Command Center button
- Armory Crate Button
- Menu button
- Array microphones
- A/B/X/Y buttons
- Right analog stick
- Audio speakers
- Touch screen
The back of the device features an exclusive design texture ROG, giving it an additional touch of elegance. However, this feature goes beyond the aesthetic aspect, also providing a stable grip when holding the Ally X.
The rear of the device has the following parts:
- air vents
- Macro Button 1
- Macro Button 2
At the bottom, the on/off button has been strategically positioned to make it easy for the user to find without even having to look, and it has an accurate fingerprint reader for instant login to quickly launch games.
O ROG Ally X it also incorporates a series of thinner fans compared to its previous version, optimizing space for airflow. With blades just 0,15mm thick, these fans allow for the inclusion of a larger 80 WH battery, increasing overall airflow by 10%.
Thus, the lower part of the device has the following characteristics:
- Right shoulder button (RB)
- Right trigger (RT)
- Power Button/Fingerprint Sensor
- 3,5mm combo audio jack
- MicroSD UHS-II card slot
- Volume buttons
- Power indicator
- Two-color battery charge indicator
- USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® / DisplayPort 1.4 / Power Delivery 3.0
- USB 4 Gen 2 Type-C® / Thunderbolt 4 Compatible / DisplayPort 1.4 / Power Delivery 3.0
- air vents
- Left trigger (LT)
- Left shoulder button (LB)
Furthermore, the product, now weighing just a little more than its predecessor, at 678 g, received a discreet height increase of 4,5 mm. This small adjustment allows the device to take up minimal space in your bag when leaving the house.
Fabric
Asus' portable console offers a 1080p touchscreen, 120Hz refresh rate, and support for the Free Sync Premium, all on a 7-inch display that allows users to enter a world of immersive gaming. In comparison, conventional LCD displays typically reach a maximum brightness of 200-300 nits, while the new device reaches 500 nits.
Additionally, Ally This enhanced outdoor visibility is made possible by Corning DXC, which reduces reflections on the screen surface and increases its resistance. Other details that make up the screen are the following:
- Refresh rate: 120Hz;
- Full HD: 1080p;
- Touch panel: 7 inches;
- Response Time: 7ms;
- Wide color range: sRBG 100%;
- High shine: 500 nits.
Keyboard and controls
Os joysticks are the main input to the product and are now even more durable, with a useful life of 5 million rotation cycles, twice as long as ROG Ally previous. To ensure an ergonomic experience, they have been positioned slightly offset from each other and are surrounded by RGB lighting. The product's front buttons were also designed with user comfort in mind, featuring a flat dome shape that allows them to be pressed with a tactile click and little wobble.
It is important to highlight that, due to the presence of extra functions in some games, the new Asus console has a macro screen on the back of the chassis, with smaller keys than its predecessor, providing the same flexibility with less chance of accidental presses. Additionally, the D-Pad directional buttons can be used to control inventories and perform complete movements, designed to offer reduced grip and smooth circular movements, in addition to working on the 8-axis wheel.
Audio
The sound of Asus' new product offers an immersive stereo experience. Equipped with Dolby Atmos, Dual Front Smart Speakers deliver amplified, immersive, distortion-free audio while seamlessly integrating into games. Already the Bidirectional AI Noise Cancellation processes both incoming and outgoing audio, filtering out any unwanted noise that may arise in the environment. The device also includes:
- Dual Smart Amp Speakers;
- Dolby Atmos and Hi-Res Audio certified.
Processor and GPU
processor driven AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme, ROG Ally X It has an incredible gaming capacity. The product, built with 4nm process technology, features Zen 4 and graphics RDNA3 state-of-the-art.
O Ally X comes equipped with technology Upscalingas the AMD Fluid Motion Frames e Radeon Super Resolution, allowing users to increase frame rates to maintain exceptional image quality.
Users can also choose between three distinct operating modes to balance performance and energy efficiency: o Silent mode, with 10W, the Performance Mode, with 15W, and the Turbo mode, even more powerful, with 25W (or 30W when connected to AC power).
With this combination of factors, the new ROG establishes an innovative partnership with AMD, promising to offer the full potential of cutting-edge hardware in conjunction with the Ryzen Z1 Extreme.
Memory and storage
The new ROG Ally X has expanded storage capacity, making up to 1 TB of SSD memory, which provides generous space for a wide variety of applications, eliminating storage concerns. Additionally, the ASUS console motherboard is designed for easy upgrade of components, further increasing the versatility of the device.
A notable new feature is the inclusion of 24GB de RAM LPDDR5X-7500, a considerable increase compared to the 16GB of integrated memory present in its predecessor. Complementing this, the AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme processor contributes to increasing the console's performance. The ability to share RAM memory with VRAM allows the system to allocate more memory as needed, ensuring graphics quality.
System and Apps
O ROG Ally X operates in Windows 11 and presents the Windows Hello, which offers fast and secure authentication through a fingerprint reader integrated into the power button, eliminating the need to enter a PIN. Furthermore, in cases of robbery, theft or loss, the device's data remains protected.
The device also includes Parental Control, allowing parents and guardians to have secure control over their children's use of the device. You can limit access to apps and content, review spending summaries, and track your device with appropriate controls.
Integration with Windows brings another significant advantage: Windows Defender, which offers a high level of security with always up-to-date antivirus and antimalware protection. The new software Armory Crate SE 1.5 It also has a more integrated and elegant application library, with a wide range of customization options to suit each user's individual preferences.
The Armory Crate SE's nerve center has received an update to version 1.5, bringing sliders that make it easier and faster to adjust value values. TDP Customization and VRAM allocation, game-specific key configurations, and the dynamic ability to export and download custom game profiles.
Additionally, software and driver updates have been optimized in Armory Crate SE 1.5, now allowing all essential elements such as BIOS and graphics drivers to be downloaded directly through the platform.
Use for Gamers
O ROG Ally X It is a multifunctional device specially designed for gamers. In a single device, it offers access to several libraries, being compatible with Steam, Xbox Game Pass, Epic and much more, ensuring that games purchased on different platforms can be played on the console.
Thanks to cloud save features and online game libraries, users can take advantage of downtime to continue their gaming adventures when they're away from home and pick up the action right where they left off.
An excellent additional advantage is that when purchasing the new Asus product, the buyer receives a 3-month subscription to Game Pass included, further expanding the entertainment options available.
Connectivity
The console is equipped with two ports USB-C, one of which is compatible with Thunderbolt, offering a wide range of connections, including third-party docks and external GPUs. Furthermore, it provides state-of-the-art Wi-Fi connectivity. This change was made in response to feedback from users, who expressed dissatisfaction with the mobile-only interface ROG XG and the USB Type-C combo port present on the ROG Ally original.
The device was specially designed to be used on the move, even when traveling away from home. Therefore, it has a network WiFi 6E ultrafast, which supports up to 4 times more network capacity and 75% less latency than conventional Wi-Fi 6. This means that the new ROG is capable of streaming videos, accessing gaming services and downloading without difficulties, even on congested networks.
Durability
O ROG Ally X It's designed to stand the test of time, with a robust chassis and high-quality components. Its coating on Corning Gorilla Glass DSX increases screen durability by over 40%, providing an additional layer of protection against scratches and damage. You joysticks were also improved and now have a useful life of 5 million rotation cycles.
Battery
with a battery of 80 Wh, the ASUS console offers considerably greater autonomy compared to its predecessor, which only had 40 Wh. This means gamers can enjoy longer gaming sessions without the need for constant recharging, making it an ideal choice for those who value mobility during their games.
Air Conditioning
Asus' portable console is designed to deliver an immersive gaming experience anywhere. Therefore, to ensure optimal thermal performance, it features an advanced cooling solution. Equipped with heat pipes Specially designed, the Ally X can operate at maximum efficiency in any orientation. Additionally, a third exhaust fan helps keep the mainboard and panel cool during extended gaming sessions.
Anti-gravity heat pipes also represent a major innovation, considerably improving heat transfer. They utilize a capillary structure for the wick, increasing capillary pressure by more than 15%. This allows the device to maintain its cooling efficiency even when used upside down, ensuring consistent and reliable performance in any situation.
Availability
The release date of the new ROG Ally X has not yet been announced, as has the price of the product. The company highlights that the specifications, content and availability of the console are subject to change without notice and may vary from one country to another. Additionally, actual performance may vary depending on different applications, environment, usage and other factors.
Specification table
| Product | ROG Ally X 2024 RC72LA |
| Operational system | Windows 11 Home |
| Processor | CPU: AMD Ryzen™ Z1 Extreme Processor (“Zen4″ architecture with 4nm process, 8 cores / 16-threads, 24MB total cache, up to 5.10 GHz boost). GPU: AMD Radeon™ Graphics (AMD RDNA™ 3, 12 compute units, up to 2.7 GHz, up to 8.6 Teraflops) |
| TPD | 9-30W |
| Display | 7 inches FHD (1920 x 1080) 16: 9 IPS Level Bright display 100% sRGB 75.35% Adobe Gorilla® Glass Victus™ Touch Screen (10 multi-touch points) Refresh rate: 120Hz Response time: 7ms Brightness: 500 nits Free Sync Premium |
| Memory | Built-in 12GB*2 LPDDR5 Supports dual channel memory |
| Storage | 1TB PCIe® 4.0 NVMe™ M.2 SSD (2280) |
| I/O ports | 1x 3.5mm combo audio jack 1x Thunderbolt™ 4 with DisplayPort™ support / power delivery 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C with DisplayPort™ support / Power Delivery 1x UHS-II microSD card reader (supports SD, SDXC and SDHC) |
| Audio | Dolby Atmos Hi-Res Certification (for headphones) Smart Amp Technology AI noise canceling technology Integrated array microphone 2-speaker system with Smart Amplifier Technology |
| Network and Communication | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) (Triple band) 2*2 Bluetooth® 5.2 (Bluetooth® version may change with OS version) |
| Battery | 80WHrs, 4S1P, 4-cell Li-ion |
| Power supply | TYPE-C AC Adapter, 65W Output: 20V DC, 3.25A, 65W Input: 100~240V AC 50/60Hz universal |
| AURA SYNC | Yes |
| Weight | 678g (1.49lbs) |
| Dimensions (L x D x H) | 28.0 x 11.1 x 2.47 ~ 3.69 cm (11.02″ x 4.37″ x 0.97″ ~ 1.45″) |
| Safety | Integrated fingerprint sensor Microsoft Pluton Security Processor |
| Nota | All specifications are subject to change without notice. Check with your supplier for exact offers. Products may not be available in all markets. |
O ROG Ally X from ASUS promises to intensify the fight in the portable console market, providing a series of improvements and new features. To stay up to date on upcoming product updates and other technology releases, follow the showmetech!
Source: ASUS
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