Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X potential pricing details might have been disclosed, and if accurate, the costs seem less severe than anticipated
The gaming industry is abuzz with excitement as leaked prices suggest that the upcoming Xbox Ally and Ally X handheld gaming PCs are set to make a significant impact on the market. According to a recent report from 3DJuegos, the Xbox Ally will cost €599 in Europe, which converts roughly to approximately $700 in the United States, while the Xbox Ally X will cost €899, or around $1,050 [1][2][3].
However, it's important to note that these prices are still uncertain, as ASUS and Microsoft have yet to reveal the actual prices for these devices. The leaked prices could potentially be subject to change due to tariff situations and regional pricing adjustments [1].
The Xbox Ally range is set to be Windows 11 gaming PCs, potentially eliminating the need for any spending on Microsoft's gaming ecosystem [4]. Powered by Z2 APUs, the new devices are set to offer a unique gaming experience. The new Xbox Ally will feature boot-to-full-screen-app capabilities and a heavily customized Windows 11 experience [5].
On the other hand, the ASUS ROG Ally (2023) is already available in the United States market. The base model with a Z1 chip, 16 GB RAM, and 512 GB SSD retails for $499, while the Z1E model is priced at $649 [6]. The ASUS ROG Ally X (2024) with a Z1E chip, 24 GB RAM, and 1 TB SSD is available for $799 [7].
Speculation has arisen regarding Microsoft's potential decision not to subsidize the Xbox Ally devices, given the increasing trend of players moving towards PC gaming and the decreasing importance of third-party software sales to Microsoft's overall business [8].
Microsoft typically reserves its PC announcements for the Gamescom event in Germany, so we may soon have official confirmation on the prices and other details of the Xbox Ally and Ally X [9].
In summary, the leaked prices suggest that the Xbox Ally and Ally X will be priced at around $700 and $1,050, respectively. However, these prices are subject to change upon official announcement or due to regional factors like tariffs.
| Model | Expected Price (USD) | |---------------|---------------------| | Xbox Ally | Around $700 | | Xbox Ally X | Around $1,050 |
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- The Xbox Ally and Ally X are expected to be Windows 11 gaming PCs, running on Microsoft's hardware.
- The upcoming Xbox Ally will be priced around $700, while the Xbox Ally X might be around $1,050, although official prices are yet to be announced.
- The ASUS ROG Ally (2023) is currently available in the United States market, with a base price of $499, and the ASUS ROG Ally X (2024) is priced at $799.
- Microsoft's potential decision not to subsidize the Xbox Ally devices could be influenced by the increasing trend of players moving towards PC gaming.
- Traditionally, Microsoft announces its PC-related news at the Gamescom event, so we may soon have official confirmation on the prices and details of the Xbox Ally and Ally X.
