ROG Xbox Ally Release Date Reportedly Set for October
In a nutshell
- Release Date & Pricing: The ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X are reportedly launching in Europe on October 16, 2025, priced at €599 and €899, respectively.
- Gamescom Showcase: Both handhelds will be featured during Xbox’s August 20 broadcast at Gamescom 2025, with hands-on demos available for attendees.
- Retail Availability: The Ally consoles will be widely available at major retailers, not limited to the Microsoft Store.
Ahead of its impending official reveal, the official release date of the ROG Xbox Ally has been leaked.
ROG Xbox Ally Release Date for Europe Leaks
According to a report on dealabs by billbil-kun, the release date is set for October 16, 2025 in Europe, and will be priced at €599 for the base model and €899 for the Ally X.
Both handhelds are expected to be shown at Gamescom 2025 and said to be highlighted during an Xbox broadcast on August 20, the same date when pre-orders go live. Event attendees will also be able to try out the handhelds in some capacity.
The ROG Xbox Ally is set for a much wider release, with availability at most retailers, rather than being exclusive to the Microsoft store.
ROG Xbox Ally Specs
Here are the specs of both the ROG Xbox Ally X and the Ally:
| ROG Xbox Ally X | ROG Xbox Ally | |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Comfort and Input | Contoured grips inspired by Xbox Wireless Controllers deliver all-day comfort, complete with impulse triggers for enhanced control. | Contoured grips inspired by Xbox Wireless Controllers deliver all-day comfort. |
| Processor | AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme Processor | AMD Ryzen Z2 A Processor |
| Memory | 24GB LPDDR5X-8000 | 16GB LPDDR5X-6400 |
| Storage | 1TB M.2 2280 SSD for easier upgrade | 512GB M.2 2280 SSD for easier upgrade |
| Display | 7” FHD (1080p) IPS, 500 nits, 16:9 120Hz refresh rate FreeSync Premium Corning Gorilla Glass Victus + DXC Anti-Reflection | 7” FHD (1080p) IPS, 500 nits, 16:9 120Hz refresh rate FreeSync Premium Corning Gorilla Glass Victus + DXC Anti-Reflection |
| IO Ports | 1x USB4 Type-C with DisplayPort 2.1 / Power Delivery 3.0, Thunderbolt™ 4 compatible 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C with DisplayPort 2.1 / Power Delivery 3.0 1x UHS-II microSD card reader (supports SD, SDXC and SDHC; UHS-I with DDR200 mode) 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack | 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C with DisplayPort 1.4 / Power Delivery 3.0 1x UHS-II microSD card reader (supports SD, SDXC and SDHC) 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack |
| Network and Communication | Wi-Fi 6E (2 x 2) + Bluetooth 5.4 | Wi-Fi 6E (2 x 2) + Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Dimensions | 290.8*121.5*50.7mm 715g | 290.8*121.5*50.7mm 670g |
| Battery | 80Wh | 80Wh |
| Included | ROG Xbox Ally X 65W charger Stand | ROG Xbox Ally X 65W charger Stand |
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