Microsoft and Asus' Steam Deck rival, the ROG Xbox Ally, will be released in a few weeks. It will have a tough battle to dethrone Valve's portable gaming machine, and its price won't help.
Microsoft revealed that the upcoming Xbox Ally will cost $600, and the Xbox Ally X will cost $1,000. They're scheduled to come out on Oct. 16, and preorders are available. But the expense is likely to cause hesitation among gamers.
Will the Xbox Ally outdo the Steam Deck, or will it wind up being just another wannabe?
How much will the Xbox Ally cost?
The new portable console isn't cheap. The Xbox Ally and Ally X will cost $600 and $1,000, respectively.
There was speculation that the Xbox Ally X's price would be closer to $800, close to the price in both the UK (£800) and the EU (€899). Rumors circulating prior to Thursday were that US pricing would stay in that $800 range, but the announced sticker price hike is likely due to tariffs. Microsoft has already increased the price of its Xbox Series consoles twice since President Donald Trump instituted new tariffs in April.
Will you go with the Xbox Ally or Xbox Ally X? Microsoft/Screenshot by CNET
When does the Xbox Ally come out?
Microsoft confirmed the Xbox Ally's release date of Oct. 16, which matches previous leaks.
When can I preorder the Xbox Ally?
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