ASUS ROG ALLY X Complete Setup Guide

[@faceofthemoment4571]

I just got the Ally X today in the mail and I’m blown away. I genuinely think the performance is much better than I anticipated. Played the latest Call of Duty nearly maxed out at 1080p and it’s super playable. Wow.

[@bennemans92]

Maxed out? At what FPS you playing then?

[@faceofthemoment4571]

@@bennemans92 Around 80-90.

[@bennemans92]

@@faceofthemoment4571 Maxed out settings at 1080p? Then you are using upscaling I guess?

[@faceofthemoment4571]

@@bennemans92 Correct!

[@bennemans92]

@@faceofthemoment4571 Cool :D Do you play on Turbo?

[@thattonytuna]

I spent all day yesterday just setting it up and installing games all night. Soon as i get out of work i actually get to play with it.

[@gmmgrey1852]

As a console player I forgot how annoying a pc was 😂. Will still be using it to stream games, but also have the option to play native on the Ally X, but updating a million things...is a B1tch lol

[@dafundraiser563]

@@gmmgrey1852I just got mines yesterday and all the updates have been a pain but I’m ready to test it out once I get off work today lol

[@Sportek24]

ok ... how was the experience ???

[@PRESCOD17]

How did u install games?

[@timsliu5017]

Yup setting up as Im typing. Setting up is a hassle but worthwhile. It's crazy to think to have all my pc games on the go.

[@hsw703]

Just watched this at work . Will rewatch when I get home and follow on mine. Just bought one last night ran one match on black ops 6 . Ran smoothly no lag . This my 1st pc so it’s very different for me understanding how to get games and find certain things from ps5 and Xbox . But you explain and showed me very easy from other videos so I am following you now. And yes I got the 3months of gamepass in the u.s - thank you

[@kevinadaway8257]

As a newb to handheld gaming and not having used windows for over 10 years this video is spot on and really helpful 👍🏻👍🏻

[@AleksYurchenko]

Bought today X. I started from regular Windows Update, then Microsoft Store apps update, then updates in Armory Crate, and update in My Asus. It took 3+ hours.

[@128KB]

@@AleksYurchenko it's long isn't it? However it's done now and you can enjoy it!

[@PeteOnTheBeat]

Same. I spent the whole afternoon updating and still gamepass games didn't work. Had to log out and then in again and shit. Now it seems OK.

[@gregoryfreeman9304]

You guys talked me into the X and so far I love it!! Great device!!

[@bicarbonateofsoda117]

This is the exact same for any ally version...minus actual devloat software. This is generic

[@shekakugaming7602]

Planing on getting one eventually got to save up

[@alvaro9333]

This device is amazing. Owning it for a week and can't stop playing on it lol

[@128KB]

you're absolutley right... cant put it down!!

[@rotembuhbut]

you didnt got black screen issue that alot of users posting about?

[@alvaro92]

@@rotembuhbutafter using it extensively on a daily basis haven’t had any issues. I think I already clocked over 250+ hours gaming on this thing lol

[@rotembuhbut]

@@alvaro92 I ask because the price of it in my country is like 1200$ so I don't want to be disappointed. Also tought about connecting it to external gpu as well and a screen and key board and mouse while at home. But only got rx6800 xt I don't think the drivers will play nice together

[@edssszy]

Just got my ally x 2 days ago and this is very helpful. I had the og but returned it before and knew some of the tips like core isolation and stuff but theres a lot here about armoury crate you explained. ❤ Would definitely love to see more of this tips and tricks vid they are totally helpful. 😊

[@Stalonage]

What a great channel. So many good videos. Cant wait to binge tonight! Question, does your left joystick feel a little "grindy" for lack of a better word? My left and right feel different. Right is smooth as butter, left feels a little , off.

[@MrMo-oh4wf]

4:21 I think you meant 'Armory Crate' not 'Command center'. Just FYI if you wanna re-dub that to make it less confusing. Anyways, thanks for the video! My Ally X arrives in a few hours and I cannot wait!

[@CyberJuanito]

Thank you so much sir! This was incredibly useful. I've been a PC guy most of my life so this all looks familiar but it's still real nice to have it all well organized in one video 👍🏼

[@128KB]

thanks dude

[@MarkyD91]

The remapping instead of pressing the sticks down is such a great idea. I'll be 100% doing that tomorrow ;-)

[@BlueshellGamer]

Edit. Apolagies i didnt realise. This is still the best tutorial on yt. Thank you

[@128KB]

Hang on... I didn't chapter this? I always chapter videos when I can, I'll do it now ;)

[@128KB]

Just checked... It was chaptered with timestamps, not sure why you didn't see that!

[@gmmgrey1852]

Thanks man, very handy! Received mine today and going through all the steps so I don't forget haha. Especially removing all the bloat.

[@ellmango]

awesome video I'm considering buying one and having this in my pocket is gonna help so much, thank you

[@RedBlueKaraoke]

Thanks man , waiting for set up videos on YT. Will be following you from now on 👌

[@DeezSpoiledEggz]

What did you set your GPU ? Did you leave it at 8 or bump it to 16 ?

[@JBXxiv]

getting mine tonighttt thanks for this vid

[@128KB-News]

I feel singled out Andy... like you made this "beginners" guide just for me ;)

[@128KB]

Hahaha you better get following it then! ;)

[@cinserrajr]

Great video! Thanks for all this info. Looking forward to the optimization video.

[@roearchive6366]

I'm definitely getting the next gen! This vid has "sealed the deal" for me, as I really dig the navigation system - mouse + left/right clicking. But it'll have to wait, cuz I won't be getting it with IPS, only OLED + never getting first gen (this is not really Gen 2, but 1.5). Also, Windows is so porous (security), so for the time being, I'll probably be getting the Fold 6, haven't decided yet. Dex will be my "go to" rig for the next 6-12 months (at least) for security reasons. ;)

Nice. I am unboxing my rog ally x right now 😂

[@128KB]

Nice 👍

[@rlouis215]

Picking mines up today its at the store cant wait

[@canosta9174]

Nice Video Bro, I also Plan to get a Ally X and want to run Atlas OS 10 which is an improvement between 1 - 1,5 GB freed up RAM space. Would like to see u do that 👍🏼

[@BRN2BNDAIR]

Cheers mate can't wait to setup mine!

[@brianbaker4288]

Wife just surprised me with the X! Thanks for the info!!!

[@josephmitchell266]

What a lucky bloke!

[@michaeleason1217]

I just bought my Ally X today and although it feels a little cheaper design and build wise than my PS Portal, I'm hoping it turns into my everything emulator from NES-Xbox360.

[@usmclucas]

0:00 Not yet but I already ordered!

[@user-hk7iy2vt5y]

Pretty new here but I love this channel

[@supermac1749]

So far I love the ally x

[@901ThaTruth]

Thanks a lot for this video! I would have been lost without it 😂😅!

[@128KB]

You're welcome!

[@jpquinn4550]

Thank you for doing this video it’s very helpful 🙂👍🏻 I will definitely be watching the next video as I’m just going to be playing Games on it🙂👍🏻

[@gowthamaprasadvenkitapathi6989]

Legion go vs Ally x . Which is better?

[@Buffer0verflow]

I have both and love the Ally more. What's better? Thumb sticks, speakers, battery life, speakers, easier to travel with, and did i mention speakers???????

[@MaxpunchIDK]

This video is a great reminder how annoying Microsoft has become.^^

[@128KB]

So true, they need to make a handheld version of Windows

[@paulsegrue5133]

Windows 11 is a lot more user friendly than previous versions.I do think they will release a more streamlined handheld version in the future.

[@borky1987]

​@@paulsegrue5133 No, it's not... it's a buggy mess... 😅 Windows 10 on the other hand, was much better

[@paulsegrue5133]

@@borky1987 Different experiences for different people it seems, I had quite a few problems with Windows 10. Had to reset the software twice. Have had zero problems with 11 so far.

[@dannyvillatoro5756]

Worth it once you get past the initial setup!

[@jadebrady5826]

Great video as always. Thanks again. I forgot about disc clean ups 🙄🤦🏼‍♀️ Also just BIOS update took ages so much so I thought it had died on me. Luckily it didn’t.

[@128KB]

Yeah bios takes ageeeeeessss and you're welcome! :D

[@brianmcgraw5848]

You guys get momory errors when using cloud recovery? I did seems to work fine though. No errors in sfc.

[@jadebrady5826]

@@brianmcgraw5848 not during cloud recovery that bit went smoothly for me. Just the ASUS bios update that seemed to make it go crazy.

[@headbannz7401]

Setting mine up with you playing in the back ground while commenting on my phone🙏🏿🔥😂

[@128KB]

amazing!! hope you're enjoying it

[@headbannz7401]

@@128KB I am! Thank you for being as skilled and informative as you are! I might need you for direction with this thing in the future😂

[@ZanJupiter]

Is the sd card problem fixed?

[@jasonosborne7066]

Can you have discord open and running while playing so you can chat with friends while gaming?

[@inquisitivecat6107]

I ordered one of these so i can play some games lay in bed,it arrives tomorrow these comments make me think its gonna be a lot of fun

[@BlueshellGamer]

Where can I get a chair like that? Love it! Btw, I had an issue with my ally X not updating windows. I had to fresh install. When i first went to reset this pc. It wouldnt let me. I had to choose update windows online for it to work. But once it did.. all was great. Everything updated perfectly.

[@JimGore-s2w]

Thanks so much...would never have done this correctly w/o your video

[@rekestudios]

Subscribed 😊 looking forward to that optimisation vid.

[@128KB]

Thank you! Next week should be up :)

[@KawasakiZ-mi1vs]

as someone who has never gamed on pc but only on ps5, could this be an easy transition for me? Is it easy to start up and play for someone who is not used to PC gaming?

[@badboy250984]

The Rog ally x is a pc. Is basically a laptop with controller so you operate it exactly the same as a pc. If you want console like experience, steam deck is the one but is limited to steam games ( i know you can have ways to install non steam games) and not as powerful as ally x.

[@Сымбатной]

We wanna part 2!!!!! TIPS and TRIcs For better performance

[@128KB]

It's coming!

[@RavenTeamCharlie]

While this does appear to be quite frustrating I have to say this would be part of the fun for me personally. Especially if it’s day 1 of ownership. But can see that a large portion of people wouldn’t want to go through this.

[@VCh4r]

This is a beautiful review 👏

[@128KB]

you absolute beast Now, when we playing cod?

[@VCh4r]

@@128KB I’m down whenever, let me know! 😉

[@shekakugaming7602]

Googel told me I could do do a limited setup is that true

[@ArjunTella]

22 minutes to set this up. Steam deck only takes 4 minutes and you are good to go wow!

[@brianmcgraw5848]

Delayed gratification, might be some things it does that steam deck doesn't.

[@EricThompson-b7z]

Had to send my allyx back just got a new one just setting again lol

[@128KB]

@@EricThompson-b7z oh no what happened to it? Glad you've got a replacement!

[@slaterhtx7219]

I only play multiplayer shooters and sports games, would the ally x be a better bet than the oled deck? I also like browse alot to stream movies and sports.

[@amir_hamzah]

Any plans of testing out the ally x with an egpu. I know it’s expensive, maybe contact some manufacturers for a review product

[@128KB]

No plans as of yet, as you mentioned they're crazy expensive. We'll see if we can contact anyone that wants to loan us one for a video.

[@brianmcgraw5848]

Egpu would be great but it’s not a high end gaming rig replacement. Lower expectations on gaming & love it.

[@RobnDob]

Can’t see the stuff on the screen as it’s too bright

[@guacool]

haven’t got it yet but if i want to upgrade the internal storage, would it be better to upgrade it before booting up?

[@TheReallyRealKim]

Still didnt receive my ally but definetly gonna use this vid as a guide

[@128KB]

I hope it arrives soon for you!

[@rekestudios]

UK?

[@jpquinn4550]

@@rekestudios I’m in uk to I phoned them earlier and they said we should be getting them the first week of August because they didn’t have enough SSD drive’s and because of the Microsoft-CrowdStrike outage.

[@michaelclark2594]

Thanks again Andy! Still haven’t received my X😢

[@128KB]

Oh no! Any news?

[@michaelclark2594]

@@128KB supposed to be coming tomorrow, but I have received any tracking updates since Tuesday. Fingers crossed ig🤷🏾‍♂️

[@brianmcgraw5848]

🙏

[@myenemysenemy1043]

Legend 🎉

[@WarAlex16]

Windows made me restore my XPS 17 Settings and apps computer settings when setting up the Asus ally X today. Did all the Asus ally x windows updates, my Asus app updates and armory crate updates restore Asus Ally X battery and performance settings? Or should I be worried that it copied my XPS 17 settings? Man I don’t think I had to worry about this with my steam deck lol. Debating if I should reset my Asus Ally X to a brand new computer. I didn’t want to restore my XPS 17 but windows made me in the beginning. I had no option for brand new PC.

[@SvGPlayer831]

i spent my whole first day owning the rog ally x setting everything up lol

[@Anthonygoodman]

Would you recommend the ally x for a console gamer with no pc experience who looking to play AAA games handheld ?

[@paulsegrue5133]

Windows in not overly difficult to use even in a compact handheld. There are tons of online guides if you're stuck.

[@chilllovetaflex]

@@Anthonygoodman no might as well get a steam deck ally is literally a pc lots of tweaking and updates and settings

[@brianmcgraw5848]

Maybe not AAA but some pc games that aren't demanding. Depends on what you want to play and if you would like the portability.

[@VeegovonDOOM]

Great vid.

[@128KB]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@brianhangfaing4946]

do i have to plug in power while doing all these set-ups and updates?

[@128KB]

@@brianhangfaing4946 I'd recommend it, yeah

[@abdel48user]

Do you need to buy a Microsoft license key needed because I don't have an account

[@lexbeltran1354]

No

[@anro_gaming]

the 3 months gamepass require me to input my credit card or payment details 😅 btw, how do you keep the wifi from disconnected when the screen off? it keep disconnecting my internet, i already turn the option to sleep off am i suppose to keep the screen on when downloading big games?

[@Flo.891]

I have a specific problem. When I open up Steam (Desktop view) my mouse stopps working and I can only use the touchscreen. Can you help?

[@brianmcgraw5848]

Same, i see why people like the touchpad. 2 buttons left side above the D-pad hit/press the bottom button. There is a option called control mode switch between gamepad and desktop to use joystick as a mouse.

[@stratoskampourhs3203]

May i ask if i can use it for programming?

[@brianmcgraw5848]

Works great as a desktop. Long as you're fine 1080 resolution. I don't see why it wouldn't work. I don't do the level of programming you do but yes it will program.

[@sirdromos2769]

can i upgrade my ssd already without turning the console on ? or do i have to clone the 1to ssd ?

[@tehacz]

Do you have any idea why I do not have the option for 3 months free game pass? :(

[@strider775]

What about setting up an micro sd card?

[@jimmytimber7074]

It's pretty easy to set up the micro SD card. You throw it in the trash can and upgrade the SSD if you need more space.

[@luchisuavey9930]

Thank you very much for this video. I’ll do the exact things you did when I get my own.

[@xsweetsophx]

HELP?!? Hello, not sure if anyone can help! My boyfriend accidentally selected the wrong language for the initial set up and even with a reset it still stays on Spanish (lol). Do we have to somehow go through the entire set up process in Spanish and then be able to change the language?

[@MrOB099]

Hi mate! Quick question I’m thinking of switching from Steam Deck OLED did you notice the screen being smaller? And are the buttons louder than the steam deck when pressed? (Using in bedroom when others are asleep etc)

[@destruxandexploze2552]

OLED is great, but some think having VRR is better. Plus you have a higher 1080p from the Ally. Unfortunately I can’t comment on anything else, perhaps 128kb knows.

[@brianmcgraw5848]

Need further testing to see if it wakes the animal. Screen size is good i like the size of the device. Brightness is likely overpowering for night play but adjustable.

[@destruxandexploze2552]

@@brianmcgraw5848 I saw in a review they just made it so the ROG Ally X now can go dimmer than the original ROG Ally.

[@liamfeatherstone924]

My old Ally was better performing in most games I played on that the Ally X is for some reason Can't get my games to play above 40-45fps Finding it a bit shit to be honest Wished I'd of kept my old one

[@Goalier95]

That Armoury Crate software looks or seems to be very snappy and works when deployed compared to the Legion Go Space on my Legion Go.

[@paulsegrue5133]

Love that you can turn on and off AFMF in the command centre now. Have been really impressed with the Asus software for the Ally and it just keeps improving.

[@WarAlex16]

So when did you install steam store and epic store? I got lost. Via Armory crate or you installed it manually via Microsoft Edge?

[@WarAlex16]

Yall convince me to buy an Ally X from Texas, USA. It arrives today from Best Buy.

[@128KB]

Via Armoury Crate, I think Epic I downloaded from the browser, forgot to show that!

[@WarAlex16]

@@128KB yep epic store wasn’t an option in armory crate. I downloaded it from the windows store. Took a while but it showed up automatically in armory crate. So far I just downloaded Texas chainsaw. Just gonna plays games that I can’t from in steam deck.

[@WarAlex16]

I also got the promotion of 3 months of game pass. Nice! I already have it but nicer

[@wertydeluxe1405]

still waiting for my pre-order... fedex says monday

[@av1155G]

Awesome video! I can’t seem to set the remap for the function buttons on my Ally x, only the default ones work. I want to set function + option button to Xbox Button through Actions, but the voice text thing keeps popping up :/

[@Doctortech1]

Where is part 1 to ally x guide.

[@rotcod1771]

Can you use Command Center while playing a game? Playing Carrion through Steam and hit CC button but the overlay doesn't appear- neither does volume when adjusting volume. I hit Crate button and then CC will appear

[@brettxgribbz9599]

Is anyone else’s download speed really slow. I’m new to this. If you could give me some tips? Thanks

[@darrellrichardson5837]

Getting my Ally today. I have question though I’m to upgrade my drive should I do that before or after update my Ally for the first time I’m a pc noob

[@128KB]

@@darrellrichardson5837 many recommend turning on first to ensure you don't have any issues with the screen, joysticks etc but I just went for it and changed the drive immediately without ever turning on mine, had no issues!

[@borky1987]

Well use logic... if you update and then upgrade your ssd... you'll update twice 🤷‍♂️

[@candyband16]

I would turn everything on first to test out pixels and buttons to make sure everything works. I would not bother doing any of the updates at this point. Once you confirm, turn it off, get to swappin’, then follow the video.

[@tkreutz3]

Thanks for Video, in Germany we got also 3 Month Game Pass - I have seen thee Cloud Restore / Upgrade Video, but my Question is, can I use the Advanced Bios Cloud Restore also to Backup the Full System including Updates for example on my Asus TOR NAS. The Asus Tor comes with a Backup Tool, but this ist not a Backup Tool für System Backup- und Recovery. There are commercial Backup Tools for Windows, like Acronis True Image. But the Cloud Backup could do it well too ? Thanks.

[@ArismendisAltagracia]

The my asus update is taking forever is it glitching?

[@SlattWVTTZ]

smth not relatted to this vid, im just searching for help; but my asus z1 base model, started to buzz really loudly, not vibrating, but BUZZING on the left side, i've got it for few months now brand new, and i never had these problems, any help or tips ? (i've dissabled the vibration completelly now)

[@mudgwapo3000]

Its very hard to play cs2 in this device

[@loganbrewer8635]

I dont see the 16GB option in the GPU settings, did i miss something?

[@loganbrewer8635]

JK, figured it out. I guess all my BIOS/Armory Updated hasn't installed yet. >.

[@sj1547]

Jesus!😮

[@AndreFrias-p1s]

How do I download games while it’s turned off

[@maxisthemax89]

You should start record the video setup in dark mode first. haha. is hard to see in light mode.

[@128KB]

Nah it's not that, it's my fault. I had to change the softbox on my light and it blew out the footage badly, I've ordered a replacement similar to my original one so future videos will be fixed soon.

[@steddyrunks]

my ally x only goes to 8? how do i get the 16 gb of ram option?

[@brianmcgraw5848]

? Sure it's not a ally instead of ally x. Ally x has 24gb. I don't believe it's upgradeable. maybe your talking about the gpu memory allocation part? idk i have 4-16 all as options in armoury crate se.

[@kimcham7690]

Weird mine is only showing 8 also, did you figured how to get it to show 16?

[@steddyrunks]

​@@kimcham7690 Yea so I updated and then restarted the device. Make sure drivers are updated too. But after turning it back on I saw the option. I think it's a little glitch.

[@bobbyroberts9352]

how did you get 16gb on gpu. Can only see 8g as an option?

[@brianmcgraw5848]

another user reported this as well maybe yours isn't up to date? i have options 4-16gb all available as options in armoury crate se.

[@CookaSoupNieceEH]

Just got one, takes literally an eternity to update and install all crap.

[@packerfan0417]

Us got 3 months as well.

[@destruxandexploze2552]

My ROG Ally X has more bloatware on it than my old ROG Ally. Not sure why their latest copy of Windows 11 that they ship out has all that crap.

[@brianmcgraw5848]

? Like what, I haven't noticed much usual microsoft crap. Alot of what I see is needed or oem driver software.

[@destruxandexploze2552]

@@brianmcgraw5848 I declined all office and 365 stuff and yet it’s all installed. Outlook was in my taskbar pinned already. Teams is installed a bunch of work crap nobody needs for a gaming device. My original ROG Ally didn’t have any of that crap. I just debloated it so I can’t name all apps that were on the device. But it was significantly more than the OG Ally.

[@GiulioMa]

How to put Retroarch, Mame and all the Fba versions to emulate 16 bit systems and arcade coin-ops?

[@brianmcgraw5848]

I haven't seen anything great yet for native booting. But if you know how to do it on a desktop you can on the ally x.

[@GiulioMa]

@@brianmcgraw5848 Thanks!

[@fpvpilot7713]

You don’t have to make a Microsoft account. I didn’t. There is information online how to skip it.

[@angelcarrillo2918]

I’ve been having a problem streaming Xbox games, when I go into armory crate while in game the bottom bar for windows stays on screen no matter what I do and when I leave the game I can’t use the bar anymore

[@angelcarrillo2918]

So far the only way to fix it I’ve found is to restart

[@PeteOnTheBeat]

I came here for the Ally,but I spent more trying to figure out how you hair works.

[@128KB]

Spoiler; it doesn't.

[@TehSmithy]

14:01 you meant stolen device... why am I leaning towards buying this expensive device

[@PiotrKowalski-jw1kn]

Is it possible to put SSD 4TB in Asus Rog Ally X ?

[@paulsegrue5133]

Up to 8TB iirc

[@brianmcgraw5848]

4tb 2280 m.2 nvme , yes

[@PiotrKowalski-jw1kn]

How do you think future games although for 2 next years will work on Rog Ally X ? I think about games of 2024 like God of War Ragnarok and Assassins creed Shadows and also future games like new tomb raider, the Witcher, mafia, prince of Persia, Far cry etc... ?

[@brianmcgraw5848]

@PiotrKowalski-jw1kn hard to say. I think it's incredible value for the money but it isn't a high end gaming rig.