Best Buy is currently offering significant discounts on Asus ROG Ally handheld gaming PCs, with "excellent condition" models of the standard ROG Ally priced at $497.99. This price point represents a $100 reduction from the device's original retail price.
The Asus ROG Ally, running on Windows 11, features an AMD Ryzen Z2 A CPU, 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM, and a 512GB SSD. While it boots directly into the Xbox app for a streamlined experience, it offers access to a vast library of PC games. Its performance is comparable to the Steam Deck's APU, making it suitable for a wide range of titles that do not demand top-tier graphical power.
For those seeking more power, the Asus ROG Ally X is also available at a reduced price. Best Buy has these pre-owned, Geek Squad verified units starting at $838.99, down from its usual $1,000 MSRP. The ROG Ally X boasts a more powerful AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme processor, 24GB of LPDDR5X RAM, and a 1TB SSD, positioning it as a high-end handheld gaming option. The standard ROG Ally is considered by some reviewers to be a more compelling option than the Steam Deck at its current price point.