ROG Ally X vs ROG Ally: Worth The Steep Price? - 1 Month Review

[@KillerCam1020]

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[@josemalbino12]

It’s worth every penny if you have the money.

[@KillerCam1020]

Yep

[@marcusant6895]

After debating on the Ally X, I opted to buy my first Rog Ally (Z1E) with 2TB for $480...the same week the Ally X dropped. The Z1E works very well and suits my needs. I think I'd have had some buyers remorse dropping $800 on the X. Unrelated, but I'll never forget you helping me get both a series X and PS5 during COVID. What a wild time that was....

[@CJTheTokay]

Isn't getting a 2 TB SSD and the original Ally leagues more expensive than the Ally X?

[@marcusant6895]

@@CJTheTokay My Ally was pre-owned, 2TB SSD already installed.

[@KillerCam1020]

Haha it was crazy man. Idk if I’d do it again if I could do it all over if I knew how crazy it would be. I appreciate you checking out my content tho!

[@rocknflip66]

that’s actually a good deal! And I hear you regretting if you ever did get an X. Got my first PC handheld experience on the OG deck, was not worried one bit when Ally first dropped to the masses. not until I saw reviews on the X. I wanted to game on Destiny 2 and others so bad but did not want to dual boot the Deck. that’s when I saw how well bazzite runs on the X and man I went crazy! Ally X/4tb was friggin expensive but is well worth it. I’ll be taking it easy after this purchase 😅

[@marcusant6895]

@@rocknflip66 100% understandable! I initially wanted a deck as my first handheld but I'm a gamepass user and I also didn't want to tinker with it after the fact. As long as you are happy with your purchase, rock on!

[@justinw7323]

Managed to get the original ROG ally on sale for 379. I'm on a budget. So this works for me. Not a hardcore gamer either.

[@KillerCam1020]

The OG is actually really solid for the price!

[@daweitao807]

Nice comparison! Thanks for sharing the speaker issue. I went to my local store and can confirm that the speakers are worse on the Ally X. The difference is huge

[@KillerCam1020]

It’s actually so weird they’d downgrade them

[@FerrisWheelPro]

I'm dying to get one of these portable PCs, and these both look cool despite their issues. Great review!

[@KillerCam1020]

Appreciate you Joey!

[@alexmun7067]

Another great video for people who have no idea what's what

[@nursemikole]

It's sooo nice. Still debating 😅. Nice breakdown. This is helpful for when I do decide to make moves toward one.

[@chrisrac88]

you're definitely right-on with the audio being better on z1extreme. I thought it was just my imagination.

[@JabulaneKunene-b7n]

Just get the Z1 extreme and get a 65w powerbank and save a ton of money...because both handhelds have about same performance..they just increased the terrible battery and fixed the SD card frying thingy. That's it.

[@alexaritz7897]

This was really informative thank you for this video!!!

[@nivi3418]

Where I live the SD OLED 51GB costs the same as ROG Ally X. In dollar value they are $1000+. So the choice was SD OLED 512Gb or the X and I got the X. Windows REALLY SUCKS in a handheld, but with SteamOS coming it will be ok.

[@KillerCam1020]

Really is a blessing that steam OS will be an option for everyone soon

[@dixienormous4570]

Interesting review but still I refuse to ever consider getting a windows handheld until they optimize it and stop installing spyware.

[@Mirra2003-f9s]

The Ally X seems sweet and i am aware of the better battery and more ram,but i went with the Z1 Extreme ROG Ally because i found it on sale for 370$ brand new. Really excited to try it out when it arrives

[@LaymanGamin]

U can literally buy a used one at Best Buy right now for 681

[@infernaltim]

Love my Ally!!

[@KillerCam1020]

It’s a great little device!

[@james8606]

I prefer the black look of the X, but I don't feel that the few extra FPS and slightly better battery life are worth the price of upgrading. I'm happy with how my current setup plays games, and I have a battery pack for long trips. I also have a 3080XG mobile for my current device, so not being able to use this with an upgrade makes me hesitant. I might stick with my current setup and consider selling everything as a package later to get a USB-C mobile graphics card instead. As for Windows, it doesn't really bother me as I've been a Windows gamer for many years and know what to expect. However, if Microsoft and third parties want devices like this to sell in the millions, they should consider developing a mobile/gaming OS. It's an interesting time, especially since devices like the ROG Ally and LG Go seem to be selling well.

[@zomg346]

i love mine and with onexgpu i replaced my 2070 laptop and plays anything 1440p ultra/high

[@warrentame]

a sticking with rog ally 1 i got dec 2023 and keep at list to 4 to 5 year mark

[@Corrupted_Eon]

Both seem pretty cool :0

[@KillerCam1020]

Both are good depends on what you want/need!

[@SWOTHDRA]

It's def worth the money, just wait till blk friday for a better deal.

[@KillerCam1020]

Good things come to those who wait 🫡

[@SWOTHDRA]

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[@jshennessy]

I fell asleep for once playing on my ally x vs my ally… I woke up and my ally x still had 53 % of battery after falling asleep with cyber punk running lol . With my original Ally I would stay awake to keep it charged 😂

[@TomsTech94]

There cool but not my type of gaming device id possibly try one at an extreme discount but ill stick to big screen gaming on my Qd Oleds and ps5 pro and pc

[@derrickhitch951]

I have gone through 5 rog ally x Each one had issues with L2 or R2

[@xxxnamj]

It’s literally a no brainer get the x it’s better in every way and has way more longevity.

[@KillerCam1020]

Absolutely it is if you want the best of the best get the X. But the ally doesn't fall THAT much short imo to justify the significant price difference if found on sale which it was just $500 brand new. Especially if the plan is to get the Ally successor in a year.

[@dopamine.loop69]

Ally x or steam deck oled?

[@KillerCam1020]

Really depends on what you value the most. Do you want more power, freedom with a 1080p lcd display or a convenient, streamlined, but weaker gaming experience on a brighter 800p OLED display?

[@KillerCam1020]

Answered your question in a video: Steam Deck OLED vs ROG Ally X Review: Did I Make The Right Choice? kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZnSVqnaDesR4ptk

[@atmphil1]

I don’t think anyone like windows it’s a monopoly and we don’t have any other options that are worth using without us being limited to the games we play.

[@davidmason8497]

There more new protable pc it to much but it was the rog ally it looking nice I no sure gonna buy or no I wanted to waiting to Xpg nia, zotac, legion go or rog ally 2 maybe coming soon in next year

[@KillerCam1020]

There’s more than just that coming 🤫🤐

[@henrytoler5023]

Not worth it IMO have one and the OG Steam Deck Runs games smoother and at higher FPS Steam Deck is so much better optimized.

[@paulwilliams2024]

Stop lying the ally runs games at better frame frames then the deck ever could

[@henrytoler5023]

@@paulwilliams2024 Sure not been my experience and I have first hand experience I have an Ally X and my Daughter has a Steam deck . Do you have first hand experience with both ?

[@paulwilliams2024]

@@henrytoler5023 yes I have both devices

[@juryfilanti]

the issue is windowsOS, now that you can install SteamOS on the Ally there is not even comparison, the hardware in the Ally is better in everything

[@paulwilliams2024]

@@henrytoler5023 you’re lying the ally in turbo mode is literally more powerful then the deck could ever dream of

[@InviableTrader]

If you have the cash its worth it.

[@busterhoodstar6598]

Clearly this is a salesperson

[@WarAlex16]

Ally X is still a pc and behaves like a pc when you connect it to a monitor or tv. A mouse and keyboard is just required. Imma return mine. I tried it but it’s not for me. Rather wait for a Xbox portable system or Nintendo Switch 2.

[@KillerCam1020]

You might be more interested in a Steam Deck by the sound of what you are describing

[@WarAlex16]

@@KillerCam1020 I have one. It also has its buggy moments but more optimized than the ally X

[@JAHDUBProductions]

Kinda what I'm looking for. A mini pc. I don't know, though, even though if I did, I'd probably get a Legion Go. It would be an interesting upgrade from my Surface Pro.

[@craigjoe8691]

Buy a second hand Ally Z1E for $250. Z1EX should be treated like an EX, avoided and shunned.

[@J0kerHecz]

ebay?

[@craigjoe8691]

@@J0kerHecz local marketplaces. OfferUp, Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist etc...

[@paulwilliams2024]

Complaining about the price is so cringe it literally can play any game . Can play any any game you could on Xbox and PlayStation for the same price of a ps 5 pro .

[@crustypaff452]

Not really when you do it as a comparison with the original... Rog Ally is good... but is the X worth upgrading from the original ally hence the price comparison as well...

[@Arntor-kf9hi]

Bro you drink the paint strait or let it dry and eat the chips? He's comparing it to the original Ally Z1 Extreme and in that front the price is very important when you're getting more battery and slightly more frames. Is that worth double the cost?

[@ChummyBoy]

How low is your IQ to not understand the price is a major L or at least complaint worth mentioning considering the Rog ally is nearly as strong. Idk how people like you exist

[@AlexGamingDeals]

Awesome video Cam. Ally X $800 vs Ally at MSRP $700 is worth the extra $100 but like you print in the comments Ally is on sale x $500 with a free case. So at $300 difference you should buy the Ally over the Ally X unless you have a lot of money to burn for a 5 to 10% improvement in FPS. @AlexGamingDeals.

[@KillerCam1020]

$300 for the ram and big boy battery could be worth it for someone tbh! Just not me at least not rn lol

[@pierrefitch]

@@KillerCam1020rog rally X or steamdeck oled?