The Xbox ROG Ally Consoles Could Be Some of the Most Expensive Handheld Consoles Yet
Summary
Microsoft'sXbox ROG Ally and Xbox ROG Ally Xcould be some of the most expensive handheld consoles to date.
Citing information from two European retailers, reputable retail insider extras1s claimed the Xbox ROG Ally will retail for €599 EUR (approximately $690 USD), and the Xbox ROG Ally X for €899 EUR (approximately $1035 USD). The insider further alleged that pre-orders for both options are currently scheduled for August prior to its release in October.
Neither Microsoft norAsushave confirmed the reports.
Dexertoadds that the rumored prices are higher in comparison to Asus' previously-released ROG Ally consoles (none of which were created with Microsoft orXbox). First released in 2023, the handheld devices retailed for $599 USD and $699 USD, while the ROG Ally X was priced at $800 USD in 2024.
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