For this week only, Best Buy is offering a massive $150 discount on the Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme handheld gaming PC, bringing the price down to just $499.99—marked down from its original $650. As an added bonus, every purchase includes a complimentary one-month trial of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, giving you instant access to a vast library of games right out of the box. The ROG Ally remains one of the top-tier Windows-based handheld gaming devices on the market, delivering powerful performance at a fraction of the cost of newer alternatives that can run $300 or more above this deal price.

Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme Gaming Handheld – $499.99

Asus ROG Ally AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme Gaming Handheld

Includes 1 month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate
$649.99 Save 23% → $499.99 at Best Buy

The Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme is a full Windows 11-powered gaming handheld, making it a versatile choice for gamers who want flexibility beyond closed ecosystems. This model features the high-performance AMD Zen 4-based Ryzen Z1 Extreme APU, paired with 16GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD for fast load times and ample storage. It sports a vibrant 7-inch display with sharp 1080p resolution and a smooth 120Hz refresh rate—perfect for immersive gameplay on the go.

Unlike the Steam Deck, which runs on a Linux-based operating system, the ROG Ally runs full Windows 11. While Steam OS offers a streamlined experience, Windows 11 gives you greater control over your system and makes it easier to install multiple game platforms like Epic, EA, Ubisoft, and Xbox PC Game Pass, in addition to Steam.

In our in-depth review, Robert Anderson noted, "The Asus ROG Ally truly feels like the portable Xbox Game Pass machine that many fans have been clamoring for. While a frustrating user experience, poor battery life, and a lack of Steam Deck-style touchpads do hold it back a bit, it’s undeniable how much fun this handheld is to use when it really gets ticking. With a beautiful 1080p screen that’s marvelously bright and perfect for playing on the go in any condition, alongside its powerful set of specs and a fierce price tag, it might actually be the Steam Deck competitor we’ve been anticipating."

If you want a better handheld gaming PC, you'll have to pay significantly more

While there are newer models that surpass the ROG Ally in certain areas, they come with a much steeper price tag. Take the Asus ROG Ally X, for example—also powered by the Ryzen Z1 Extreme APU—but upgraded with a larger battery, increased RAM and storage, and dual USB-C ports. However, it retails for $800 at Best Buy, which is $300 more than this current deal.

Another standout 2025 release is the Lenovo Legion Go S Steam Edition. Also equipped with the Ryzen Z1 Extreme, it doubles the RAM and storage, features a roomy 9-inch display, and runs SteamOS natively—the first non-Valve device to do so. It's a major leap forward compared to the original Steam Deck and sets a new bar for handhelds. But again, it comes at a cost: $830 at Best Buy, meaning you'd spend $330 extra over the ROG Ally.

At $499.99, this limited-time offer on the Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme delivers exceptional value for anyone looking to dive into handheld PC gaming without breaking the bank.

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