The Asus ROG Ally is better than the Steam Deck in nearly every way, but these few issues could hold it back
grow out of thin air. And the ROG Ally is poised to take things even further, with a design and performance that could expand the market even further.
The entire system is also super lightweight, thanks to a combination of the holes in the chassis as well as the thin components that make up the insides. This works especially well for long sessions, including for holding certain positions that would most likely not cause fatigue an hour later. It has a familiar button layout, with the analog sticks and six trigger buttons particularly comfortable and easy to use.
It’s most likely a byproduct of having such powerful specs in such a thin and light handheld. Or it could be that, unlike the Steam Deck, the ROG Ally’s vent is too close to areas that your hands will need to reach across for various buttons. A BIOS update could help mitigate this problem if Asus chooses to release one after launch. But overheating in general, especially when it’s severe enough, can cause absolute mayhem on components and shorten their lifespan.
And the statement that the ROG Ally will be under $1,000 is worrying. Gamers have proven in the past that no matter how powerful a system is, if the price is too much it will have a very limited audience willing or able to pay. And considering the cost of living crisis we’re currently in, one that’s alreadyFrom what I’ve seen and played with during the recent media preview event, the Asus ROG Ally is an extremely impressive piece of technology.
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