AYA NEO Pocket S2
Score: 77/100
Asus ROG Xbox Ally 16GB White
Score: 75/100Rankings
The AYANEO Pocket S2 offers a large 6.3-inch 1440p IPS touchscreen and a Snapdragon G3 Gen 3 chipset delivering flagship-level Android performance with an 8000 mAh battery. Its premium metal chassis makes it heavier and its 60 Hz panel limits smoothness compared with higher-refresh rivals. Ideal for Android gamers seeking high-resolution visuals and long battery life.
The ASUS ROG Xbox Ally is a Windows 11 handheld featuring a powerful Ryzen Z2 A CPU, 16 GB RAM, and a 120 Hz 1080p IPS display. Its weight and Windows UI make it less comfortable for long handheld sessions. Ideal for gamers who want AAA performance and Xbox Game Pass on the go.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
6.3 inches | 7 inchesbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 350 gbest | 680 g |
60 Hz | 120 Hzbest | |
8 GB | 16 GBbest | |
8,000 mAhbest | — | |
128 GB | 512 GBbest | |
600 nitsbest | 500 nits |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Software(1) | ||
Operating System | Android 14 | Windows 11 Home |
Performance(3) | ||
Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon G3 Gen 3 | AMD Ryzen Z2 A |
RAM (GB) | 8 GB | 16 GB |
GPU | Adreno A33 | AMD Radeon RDNA 2 |
Storage(1) | ||
Internal Storage (GB) | 128 GB | 512 GB |
Display(4) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 6.3 inches | 7 inches |
Resolution | 2560x1440 | 1920x1080 |
Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 Hz | 120 Hz |
Brightness (nits) | 600 nits | 500 nits |
Connectivity(3) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.4 |
Wi‑Fi Standard | Wi‑Fi 7 | Wi‑Fi 6E |
USB Port Type | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | USB‑C |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 350 g | 680 g |
Dimensions (W×H×D) (mm) | 91×228.8×15.9 mm mm | 317.5 x 129.5 x 154.9 mm mm |
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Professional reviewers commend the Pocket S2 as a breakthrough Android handheld, lauding its Snapdragon G3 Gen 3 chipset for flagship-level performance, its vibrant 1440p display, and its premium metal build with precise Hall-effect controls. They also note the generous 8000 mAh battery as a key strength, while flagging the 60 Hz refresh rate and the device's weight as notable drawbacks.
Everyday users are enthusiastic about the long battery life, sharp high-resolution screen, fast loading thanks to LPDDR5X and UFS 4.0, and the comfortable slim metal design. Recurring concerns focus on the handset's weight and the desire for a higher refresh-rate display, with some noting low-end RAM/storage configurations.
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