Asus ROG Xbox Ally 16GB
Score: 75/100
AYANEO Pocket S
Score: 83/100Rankings
The AYANEO Pocket S is a premium Android handheld featuring a 6-inch 1080p IPS display, Snapdragon G3x Gen 2 chipset, and a lightweight metal chassis. Its lack of a headphone jack, high price, and missing video-out limit its appeal to some users. Best suited for retro emulation enthusiasts and Android gamers who value performance and premium build over low cost.
The ASUS ROG Xbox Ally (2025 RC73YA) offers flagship handheld performance with a Ryzen Z2 A CPU, 16 GB RAM, and a 2 TB SSD, paired with a 120 Hz IPS touchscreen. Its weight and glossy display make it less ideal for all-day handheld comfort. Targeted at power users who need top-tier specs and are willing to trade portability for performance.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
7 inchesbest | 6 inches | |
| ↓ lower better | 670 g | 350 gbest |
120 Hzbest | 60 Hz | |
16 GBbest | 12 GB | |
— | 6,000 mAhbest | |
2,000 GBbest | — | |
500 nitsbest | 400 nits |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Software(1) | ||
Operating System | Windows 11 Home | Android 13 |
Performance(3) | ||
Processor | AMD Ryzen Z2 A | Snapdragon G3x Gen 2 |
RAM (GB) | 16 GB | 12 GB |
GPU | AMD Radeon RDNA 2 | Adreno A32 |
Display(3) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 7 inches | 6 inches |
Refresh Rate (Hz) | 120 Hz | 60 Hz |
Brightness (nits) | 500 nits | 400 nits |
Connectivity(3) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 5.3 |
Wi‑Fi Standard | Wi‑Fi 6E | Wi‑Fi 7 |
USB Port Type | USB‑C | USB-C |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 670 g | 350 g |
Dimensions (W×H×D) (mm) | 290.8 x 121.5 x 50.7 mm mm | 85×213.9×14 mm mm |
Audio(1) | ||
Headphone Jack | true | false |
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Professional reviewers commend the ROG Xbox Ally for its powerhouse hardware, 120 Hz FreeSync display, and innovative Zero Gravity cooling, positioning it as a top-tier portable AAA gaming solution with strong Xbox Game Pass integration. They also acknowledge its heft and glossy screen as trade-offs for the performance gains.
Consumers generally praise the device's strong emulation capabilities, long battery life, and fluid 120 Hz display, while recurring concerns focus on its weight and occasional UI friction from the Windows environment.
Professional reviewers commend the Pocket S for its flagship Snapdragon G3x Gen 2 performance, innovative vapor-chamber cooling, and premium ultra-thin metal build, noting it excels at PS2/GameCube emulation and demanding Android titles. They also highlight the high-resolution display, hall-effect controls, and fast Wi-Fi 7/BT 5.3 connectivity, while pointing out drawbacks such as the missing headphone jack, a still-evolving key-mapping UI, fingerprint-prone glass, and a premium price.
Everyday users love the handheld's portability, premium feel, long-lasting 6000 mAh battery, and strong emulation power, often mentioning how smoothly it runs titles like Genshin Impact. Recurring complaints focus on the lack of a 3.5 mm audio jack, fingerprint-smudged glass, a clunky key-mapping system, and the higher cost compared with budget rivals.
“6000 mAh battery provides extended gaming sessions lasting up to 8-10 hours on a single charge.”
“Ultra-thin 14 mm chassis and lightweight 350 g design make the device highly portable.”
“No 3.5 mm headphone jack forces users to rely on Bluetooth audio or external adapters.”
