ASUS ROG Xbox Ally Price Leak: $549.99 for Standard, $899.99 for ‘X’ Model – Challenging Lenovo Legion Go 2
By Rachel Kim, World-today-News.com – August 22, 2024
Microsoft is gearing up to enter the handheld gaming PC market, and price will be a key factor in its success. Now, just weeks before the October 16th release, leaked pricing details for the highly anticipated ASUS ROG Xbox Ally and its more powerful sibling, the ROG Xbox Ally X, are surfacing, putting pressure on competitors like the Lenovo Legion Go 2.
While Gamescom 2024 passed without official price announcements, a recent leak from Best Buy, corroborated by YouTuber Destin, reveals the standard ASUS ROG Xbox Ally will retail for $549.99. Gamers seeking a premium experiance can expect to pay $899.99 for the ROG Xbox Ally X.
[Image of Asus ROG Xbox Ally X above the Lenovo Legion Go 2. (Image source: Xbox Gaming, Lenovo with changes)]
The leaked pricing aligns with a previous Best Buy listing that briefly appeared online, lending further credibility to the facts. Destin, who received the details from an anonymous source, also confirmed the prices with a local Best Buy branch and showcased in-store demo units in a recent video (linked here).These demos suggest an official announcement from Microsoft and ASUS is imminent.
Competition Heats Up
The ROG Xbox Ally X’s price point directly challenges the Lenovo Legion Go 2, positioning the two as key competitors in the enthusiast handheld gaming PC space.
European Pricing Remains Tentative
For European consumers, preliminary pricing in July suggested a cost of €599 for the standard model and €899 for the ‘X’ version. However, ASUS retains the flexibility to adjust these figures closer to the official release date.
What This Means for Gamers
The leaked prices suggest Microsoft is aiming for a competitive entry into the handheld gaming market. The $549.99 price tag for the standard ROG Xbox Ally makes it an attractive option for a wider audience, while the $899.99 ROG Xbox Ally X caters to those willing to pay a premium for enhanced performance.
As the October 16th release date approaches, expect official confirmation from Microsoft and ASUS. World-Today-News.com will continue to provide updates as they become available.
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