Amazon France Unexpectedly Ships ROG Ally X, Review Units Arrive Early
Paris, France – October 26, 2023, 10:17 CET – Several customers in France are reporting the unexpected arrival of the ASUS ROG Ally X handheld gaming console via Amazon France, weeks before it’s official November 2023 release date. Early shipments include units intended for reviewers,sparking a flurry of unboxing videos and initial impressions online.
The ROG Ally X is a revised version of the original ROG Ally, boasting notable internal changes including 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and a larger 512GB pcie Gen4 NVMe SSD. These upgrades aim to address performance concerns and storage limitations identified in reviews of the initial ROG Ally model.The early availability, while a surprise, provides valuable hands-on experience for tech press and potential buyers ahead of the broader launch. ASUS has not yet officially commented on the premature shipments.
The ROG Ally X is positioned as a direct competitor to the Steam Deck and Lenovo Legion Go, vying for dominance in the burgeoning handheld PC gaming market. The unexpected arrival of review units in France suggests ASUS is eager to generate pre-release buzz and gather feedback before the console’s wider release. Customers who received the device through Amazon France are sharing their experiences on social media, offering a first look at the Ally X’s performance and features.
