Highlights
* Full HD AAA gaming in the palm of your hand: Next-gen hardware powers an unbeatable handheld experience.
* Versatile performance at the right price: Gamers can play solo or with friends for only INR 69,990, starting today.
* The first 200 customers who purchase the ROG Ally from ASUS Eshop or ASUS Stores on July 12th will receive a complimentary ROG Ally Case worth INR 2000.
* Play All Your Games: Supports any Windows title from Steam, Epic, Xbox Game Pass, and more.
After a celebrated global launch of ROG Ally, ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today is proud to announce the launch of the most-awaited ASUS ROG Ally, the first portable handheld gaming device that runs on powerful new Windows 11 in India.
Driven by the cutting-edge AMD Ryzen™ Z1 Extreme processor, the Ally can breeze through AAA games and indie titles in 1080p with ease, whether gamers are playing alone or with friends.
The ROG Ally is available for sale starting today, 12th July 2023 for INR 69,990 on ASUS Exclusive Stores, ASUS Eshop & Flipkart.
With robust support and partnerships throughout the industry, the Ally is poised to be the ultimate handheld gaming machine. When it comes to gaming, ASUS ROG never disappoints its customers, the first 200 customers who purchase the ROG Ally from ASUS Eshop or ASUS Exclusive Stores between 12th July to 15th July can redeem ROG Ally Case worth INR 2000 at INR 1/-.
To redeem this offer, customers can visit asuspromo.in. Also, the customer has an exclusive chance to get XG Mobile worth INR I42990/- at a special price of INR 87990/-.
Cash Back offers & No-Cost EMI scheme also available. Customers can avail an additional Cashback of Rs.2000/- through No-cost EMI on select banks.
Full HD AAA gaming in the palm of your hand
The ROG Ally is a truly next-gen handheld, offering Full HD (FHD) gaming on the go, and able to run even modern AAA titles faster and smoother than any other handheld on the market.
Since it runs Windows 11, it can play any game from any platform and includes three months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate right out of the box. Gamers can play solo, connect to a TV to play with friends or kick into high gear with the ROG XG Mobile suite of external GPUs for a truly top-tier gaming experience.
Built on the “Zen 4″ architecture combined with AMD RDNA 3 architecture-based graphics, the Ryzen Z1 Extreme processor rivals the prowess of game consoles, featuring 8 cores, 16 threads, and up to 8.6 teraflops of graphics processing power.
Commenting on the new gaming handheld, Arnold Su, Vice President, Consumer and Gaming PC, System Business Group, ASUS India, stated, “We are delighted to unveil the highly-anticipated ROG Ally in the Indian market, marking a significant milestone in gaming innovation that redefines portable gaming experiences. This gaming device revolutionizes the realm of portable gaming experiences, boasting an immersive Full HD 120Hz display, ergonomic design, and an array of versatile connectivity options. With ROG Ally, gamers of all calibers, be it competitive esports players or gaming enthusiasts, ROG Ally sets a new standard for gaming excellence. Get ready to take your gaming adventures to the next level with ROG Ally, as we bring the future of gaming to India.”
Making this possible is the ROG Zero Gravity thermal system, which uses a dual-fan system with ultrathin heatsink fins and Capillary action heat pipes to ensure the Ally stays cool in any orientation.
The Ally also comes equipped with 16 GB of high speed LPDDR5 6400 MHz memory, 512 GB of PCIe® Gen 4 storage, and a UHS-II microSD card slot to further expand its storage capacity.
WiFi 6E support ensures that the Ally stays on a rock-solid connection, even in congested networks, whether gamers are natively playing a multiplayer match or streaming a game.
Flagship gaming performance demands a display to match, and the Ally does not disappoint. Equipped with a 120 Hz FHD (1080p) touchscreen with AMD FreeSync™ Premium technology, gamers will enjoy supreme motion clarity in fast-paced games, with no tearing or stuttering.
The display also has a maximum brightness of 500 nits, enabling gamers to easily keep track of the action in more challenging environments, like outdoors.
This touchscreen display also acts to seamlessly allow navigation of Windows 11 when gamers need to change settings or install their next game.
Versatile performance at the right price
ME Time: The ROG Ally takes handheld gaming to new heights. With a 1080p screen and hardware capable of 60 FPS in many of the latest titles, the ROG Ally provides an on-the-go experience that will satisfy gamers of all stripes.
Compared to the 720p resolution of competing devices, the Ally offers superior image and motion clarity thanks to its FHD touchscreen and AMD FreeSync Premium technology.
WE Time: Gamers can connect the Ally to a TV and charge at the same time, allowing for couch co-op and competition with extra controllers. The Ally can handle multiplayer games like NBA 2K23, Moving Out, and Street Fighter V with ease for a party that never stops.
PRO Time: When paired with an XG Mobile external GPU sporting up to an NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4090 Laptop GPU, the Ally becomes a true gaming powerhouse for living room couch gaming or a high-end experience with mouse and keyboard.
Gamers can play AAA games at 4K with ray tracing and DLSS 3 or take down the competition in high-framerate esports titles. Gamers can also purchase the ROG XG Mobile with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU for INR 201,990.
Play All Your Games
The ROG Ally was designed from the ground up with Windows at its heart, able to #playALLYourgames from any platform.
ROG has collaborated with Microsoft, game publishers, and individual studios to ensure that gamers using the Ally have the best experience possible.
Full support for Steam, the EA App, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, the Epic Games Store, GOG Galaxy 2.0, Android apps, and other game platforms ensures that no matter where users download their games, the Ally has them covered.
ROG is also proud to work with Xbox Game Studios, Capcom, HoYoverse, Level Infinite, 505 Games, Team 17, Nacon, Techland, Squanch Games, and Fatshark to provide the best gaming experience on the Ally.
The Ally even comes bundled with a free three-month Xbox Game Pass Ultimate code, giving gamers instant access to Microsoft’s game library the moment they unbox the machine.
Price and Availability
| Model | Starting Price (INR) | Platforms |
| ROG ALLY | INR 69,990 | Online: ASUS e-shop/ Flipkart
Brand Store: ASUS Exclusive Stores/ ROG Stores |
SPECIFICATIONS – ASUS ROG Ally
| Operating System | RC71L |
| CPU | AMD Z1 Extreme 4nm processor
Zen 4 with 8 cores & 16 threads 24M cache CPU Clock: up to 5.10 GHz TDP: 9 – 30 watts |
| GPU | Integrated AMD Radeon™ RDNA3 Graphics
4GB VRAM capacity (Expandable up to 8GB)/ 8.6 TFlops 12 CUs GPU Clock: 2.7GHz |
| Panel | Full HD (1920 x 1080), 120 Hz / 7 ms eDP1.4b
500 nits IPS-panel with 100% sRGB FreeSync™ Premium, Gorilla® Glass Victus™ and Gorilla® Glass DXC, 10-point Touchscreen Gyro support |
| Memory | 16 GB LPDDR5 on board (6400 MT/s dual channel) |
| Storage | 512GB M.2 2230 NVMe Gen4x4 SSD UHS-II SD card slot |
| I/O Ports | 1 x 3.5 mm Combo Audio Jack |
| 1x ROG XG Mobile interface (8PCIe express lanes) and USB Type-C combo port (with USB 3.2 Gen2x2, 20Gbps, DP 1.4 support) | |
| 1x Micro SD slot (UHS-II, Micro SD 4.0) | |
| Audio | 2 x 1W speakers with smart amp technology Dolby Atmos®, Hi-Res Audio, AI Noise Cancellation |
| WI-FI / Bluetooth | WiFi 6E (802.11ax) / Bluetooth® v5.2 Bluetooth 5.2[i] |
| Battery | 40 Wh |
| Adapter | 65 W USB Type-C® PD 3.0 power supply
Adapter: 65 W AC Adapter, Output: 20 V DC, 3.25 A, 65 W, Input: 100~240 V AC 50 / 60 Hz universal |
| Weight | ~608 g |
| Dimensions | 28.0 x 11.1 x 2.12 ~ 3.24 cm |
Faqs
1) What are Asus ROG Ally: Price and availability?
Ans)The Asus ROG Ally went on sale today (July 12) on Asus e-shop and Flipkart. You can also catch a glimpse of the device and buy it offline from Asus exclusive or ROG stores. The price of the device is Rs 69,990. Only one model of the ROG Ally has been launched in India.
Asus also announced that the first 200 customers who purchase the ROG Ally from Asus Eshop or Asus Exclusive Stores between 12 July to 15 July can redeem ROG Ally Case worth INR 2000 at INR 1/-. To redeem this offer, customers can visit asuspromo.in.
In addition to this, the customers will have a chance to get XG Mobile worth Rs 1,42,990 at a special price of Rs 87,990/. Apart from this, there are also cash back offers and various no-cost EMI schemes available. Customers can also avail an additional cashback of Rs 2,000 through no-cost EMI on select banks.
2) What are Asus ROG Ally: Top specs?
Ans) Asus ROG Ally is a portable gaming console that comes with Windows 11 and weighs just 608 grams. Powered by a special AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme processor, the console promises superior gaming performance that users will be able to take when they are on the move.
From AAA games to indie titles, the Ally can handle playing your favourite games and claims to offer a faster and smoother experience than any other handheld on the market. The gaming beast comes with a 120 Hz FHD display with AMD FreeSync technology. The display also offers a maximum brightness of 500 nits.
Furthermore, since the device runs Windows 11, it can play any game from any platform and includes three months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate right out of the box.
The ROG Ally is equipped with Zero Gravity thermal system, which uses a dual-fan system with ultrathin heatsink fins and Capillary action heat pipes to ensure that the device stays cool in any orientation.
The Ally also comes equipped with 16 GB of LPDDR5 6400 MHz memory, 512 GB of storage, and a UHS-II microSD card slot to further expand its storage capacity. The device supports WiFi 6E to provide the best possible network to gamers.
3) What are Key Features if Asus Rog Ally ?
Ans) Any Game, Anywhere
• Ally is ROG’s first portable handheld gaming device that runs on Windows 11
• ROG and AMD worked together to come up with the Z1 series of APUs that deliver great performance without sacrificing on battery life
• Innovative cooling design helps ROG Ally deliver the best performance possible, no matter how it’s used
A Full HD 120Hz display adorns the Ally and it features max brightness of 500 nits
• Armory Crate SE enables seamless integration with the Windows environment so that you can find all your games at one place
• Experience ultimate versatility with the ROG Ally. Whether you’re lounging on the couch or using a mouse and keyboard setup, the Ally delivers an exceptional gaming
excerence.
Superior Performance with AMD Z1 Extreme
• ROG Ally is powered by the Z1 Extreme CPU
The CPU features 8 cores and 16 threads, and can hit 8.6 teraflops of GPU power
CPU supports AMD’s Radeon Super Resolution and FidelityFX Super Resolution support
Choose between three performance modes to go from 10W to 30W TDP
Innovative Zero Gravity ROG Intelligent Cooling
ROG Ally features the innovative Zero Gravity thermal system
• Anti-Gravity heat pipes on the Ally vaporize liquid inside by using waste heat and help dissipate it efficiently
• A dual fan design helps boost air pressure, increase heat dissipation, improve performance and lower noise for the Ally
• ROG Ally is equipped with two fluid bearing fans, which is a new low noise system
Immersive FHD 120Hz display and Dolby tuned audio
• ROG Ally pushes the envelope by offering a Full HD 1080 display
• The 500 nits display runs at 120Hz refresh rate for smooth gameplay experiences
• It covers 100% sRGB colour space and supports multi touch input as well
• The Stunning display also supports Adaptive Sync technology so that there’s no tearing or artefacts while gaming
ROG Ally delivers virtual 5.1.2-channel surround sound powered by Dolby Atmos
Lifetime subscription to Dolby Access app lets you tweak the audio as you want
Ergonomic design with Macro keys
• The Ally was designed with portability in mind and hence weighs just 608 grams
• There’s a 14 degree slant on both lower ends so that it fits easily in your palms
• Textured back and shoulder buttons ensure good grip during intense gaming
sessions and all forward facing buttons are easy to reach with upper placement
• The thumb sticks feature RB ring lights that can be customized as you like and supports Aura Sync as well
Armory Crate SE (ACSE)
• To help users feel right at home, Armory Crate SE boots up automatically every time you log into Windows.
• Find all your games in one single screen and dive into them as ACSE aggregates all your titles from Steam, Epic, GOG and other platforms neatly in one place.
• Customise almost any key on the ROG Ally and choose from desktop mode/keyboard mouse mode or gamepad mode
ACSt also Integrates the command Center that lets you edit maor settings on the fly.
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