ASUS ROG Ally Z1 Extreme - Handheld Console

Description:
The ASUS ROG Ally Z1 Extreme is a high‑performance Windows 11 handheld gaming PC designed for on‑the‑go gaming. Powered by the AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme (Zen 4, 8 cores /16 threads, up to 5.10 GHz boost) and RDNA 3 graphics (12 compute units up to 2.7 GHz, ~8.6 TFLOPS), it delivers desktop‑level gaming in a compact, portable form. Featuring a crisp 7‑inch FHD 120 Hz IPS touchscreen with 500 nits brightness and Gorilla Glass protection, it’s ideal for gamers who want full PC flexibility in a handheld. With seamless access to Steam, Epic, Xbox Game Pass (3 months included in eligible regions), and more, this device suits power users and enthusiasts seeking serious performance beyond typical portable consoles.

Key Features:

• Processor & Graphics: AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme (8‑core/16‑thread, up to 5.10 GHz) with RDNA 3 GPU (12 CUs, up to 2.7 GHz, ~8.6 TFLOPS)

• Memory & Storage: 16 GB LPDDR5‑6400 onboard; 512 GB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD (2230) with microSD (UHS‑II) slot for expansion

• Display: 7″ Full HD (1920 × 1080) IPS touchscreen, 120 Hz refresh rate, 7 ms response, 500 nits brightness, 100% sRGB, FreeSync Premium, Gorilla Glass DXC/Victus

• Audio & Microphone: Dual speakers with Smart Amplifier, Dolby Atmos certified, AI noise‑canceling array mic, Hi‑Res audio certified 

• Controls & Sensors: Full gamepad layout (A/B/X/Y, D‑pad, hall‑effect triggers, bumpers), dual assignable grip buttons, two capacitive thumbsticks, Armoury Crate and Command Center buttons, HD haptics, 6‑axis gyro 

• Connectivity: 3.5 mm audio jack, USB‑C with DisplayPort 1.4 & USB 3.2 Gen2, ROG XG Mobile interface (GPU dock ready), Wi‑Fi 6E (802.11ax) 2×2, Bluetooth 5.2 

• Battery & Charging: 40 Wh internal battery; 65 W USB‑C PD charger included; full charge in ~90 minutes

• Physical: Approx. 608 g weight; dimensions ~28 × 11.1 × 2.12–3.24 cm; elegant aluminium chassis with RGB rings on joysticks

• Security: Built‑in fingerprint sensor with power button, Microsoft Pluton security processor; Aura Sync RGB support; 3‑month Xbox Game Pass Ultimate included in eligible markets

Performance & Comfort:
Gaming anywhere with desktop‑class power is the core concept. The Z1 Extreme handles demanding titles smoothly—but at the cost of battery life. Under Turbo mode, expect around 45–60 minutes gaming on high settings. In balanced “Performance” mode, rough benchmarks show ~1 hour 50 minutes in Cyberpunk 2077 and ~4 hours in less demanding games like Gunfire Reborn (in Silent mode). Light titles or streaming can stretch battery to 3–4 hours with low brightness and conservative power limits (~10 W) 

Based on real‑world user reports, heavy AAA gaming typically yields 1–2 hours unplugged, even in silent mode, while visual‑novel or emulated retro gameplay can reach closer to 3–4 hours if optimized settings are used
Armoury Crate software enables granular power control—with options down to ~7 W—to fine‑tune battery versus performance. However, many buyers rely on a power bank or remain plugged in for extended gaming sessions

Comfort-wise, at around 608 g and featuring full‑size controls, the unit is solid though not as ergonomic as newer models (like the Xbox Ally). Some users report hand fatigue over long session