ASUS Republic of Gamers ASUS is introducing its latest handheld gaming PC, the ROG Xbox Ally X20, a special edition device celebrating 20 years of ASUS ROG. The device features several major upgrades, such as a 7.4-inch OLED display, an AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme processor, a TMR joystick, and a bundle with the ROG XREAL R1 Edition 20 AR gaming glasses.
The ROG Xbox Ally X20 is designed for users who need a high-performance portable gaming device. In addition, the device features a unique design with a transparent black chassis and gold-colored internal components. This design commemorates the 20th anniversary of ASUS ROG.
The ROG Xbox Ally X20 features an exclusive design and a new display
The ROG Xbox Ally X20 features a translucent black body that reveals some of its gold-colored internal components. This gold-colored internal structure serves as a visual element to commemorate the 20th anniversary of ASUS ROG. With this combination of design elements, the device has a unique look reminiscent of classic gaming consoles, setting it apart from typical handheld gaming PCs.
In addition to the design, one of the key updates to the ROG Xbox Ally X20 is the use of a display OLED. This marks the first time the ROG Ally series has used an OLED panel ROG Nebula HDR It measures 7.4 inches and has a 120Hz refresh rate. The display supports FreeSync Premium Pro and Dolby Vision, and is VESA DisplayHDR 1000 certified.
The screen's peak brightness reaches 1,400 nits, with a response time of 0.2 ms. ASUS also uses glass Corning DXC with an anti-glare coating that is claimed to reduce light reflection by up to 65%. With this combination, the ROG Xbox Ally X20’s display is designed to deliver higher-contrast images, fast response times, and a comfortable viewing experience in a variety of lighting conditions.
Hardware upgrades and the latest features on the ROG Xbox Ally X20
The ROG Xbox Ally X20 is powered by a processor AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme. This processor is designed for portable gaming devices that require a balance between performance and power efficiency. These devices are also equipped with LPDDR5X RAM capacity 24GB and PCIe 4.0 NVMe storage as much as 1TB. This combination provides ample storage space for many modern games, while also enabling faster loading times.
The ROG Xbox Ally X20 also supports the feature Auto SR. This feature enhances the image resolution of games rendered at a lower resolution. As a result, the game’s visuals appear sharper without placing too much of a burden on performance. Previously, Auto SR was available for Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs. On the ROG Xbox Ally X20, this feature can help users who want to play games on a larger screen without sacrificing too much frame rate.
ASUS has also updated the cooling system on this device. The cooling system is designed to direct more airflow to the APU and help keep the screen surface temperature low. This is important for user comfort when using a handheld PC that is held directly in the hand for long periods of time.
The controller design is inspired by the Xbox and features a TMR joystick
This device features a control design inspired by the Xbox controller. One of the newest features offered by the ROG Xbox Ally X20 is Transforming D-Pad. In standard mode, the D-Pad can be used for four-direction control. However, the D-Pad can also be configured for eight-direction control, which is better suited for certain types of games, such as fighting games.
The front buttons on this device are flush with the body. This design is intended to provide a smoother transition as users move from one button to another. On the back of the grip, ASUS has added a rubber coating to enhance comfort and control during extended gaming sessions.
In addition, the ROG Xbox Ally X20 uses TMR joystick. This technology is designed to improve precision, responsiveness, and durability. The TMR joystick is also designed to reduce the risk of drift, a problem commonly encountered in gaming controllers. According to ASUS ROG, the TMR joystick offers higher precision than Hall-effect sensors. As a result, controls on the ROG Xbox Ally X20 are expected to be more accurate across a wide range of games.
This device also features an Xbox mode designed to make navigation and access to games easier. With this mode, users can enjoy an experience more akin to that of a console on a handheld PC.
Bundled with the ROG XREAL R1 Edition 20 AR gaming glasses
The ROG Xbox Ally X20 comes in a bundle with ROG XREAL R1 Edition 20, a special edition AR gaming headset celebrating the 20th anniversary of ASUS ROG. These AR glasses offer a virtual display of up to 171 inches at a distance of 4 meters. The device uses a micro-OLED panel with a 240Hz refresh rate and a response time of 0.01 ms.
The ROG XREAL R1 Edition 20 also supports native 3DoF tracking. This feature allows the display to track the user’s head movements. There is also Anchor Mode, which keeps the virtual display in a fixed position during use. These glasses can be connected directly to the ROG Xbox Ally X20 using a single USB Type-C cable. With this connection, users can use the ROG Xbox Ally X20 with the AR glasses to play games at home or on the go. As of this article’s publication, no further details are available regarding the availability of the ROG Xbox Ally X20 in Indonesia.
