Gaming on the go sounds great in theory -- being able to pick up a console and play anywhere is the dream. But once you start shopping, the price of capable handheld consoles can be a reality check. The ones that perform well usually aren't cheap, which makes good deals especially worth paying attention to.
Right now, you can grab the Asus ROG Xbox Ally for $500, $100 off the regular price, at both Amazon and Best Buy. It packs a roomy 512GB SSD, 16GB of RAM and Amazon even included a free three-month Xbox Game Pass subscription, so you can jump straight into gaming the moment it arrives.
CNET writer Oscar Gonzalez says the Xbox Ally has the "same size 7-inch display but a higher refresh rate of 120Hz, a brighter screen at 500 nits and increased resolution at 1080p," when compared to the Steam Deck.
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Asus also equipped the ROG Ally with FreeSync Premium, a feature that varies its refresh rate to prevent tearing and interruptions. The 60-watt hour battery on this console can be charged from 0% to 50% in just half an hour so you can get on with your gaming during flights, commutes or waiting in line. Want more out of this console? Check out our list of the best Xbox Game Pass deals.
Why this deal matters
The Asus ROG Xbox Ally offers a 120Hz refresh rate, 7-inch screen and fast charging. It typically costs $600, but this deal brings it down to $500 making it a much better bargain. Considering that Amazon deals tend to go quickly, we suggest acting fast if you want to secure one without paying full price.