SteamOS benchmarked on Asus ROG Ally as beta general release nears

Something to look forward to: Valve's SteamOS is expected to become available for third-party devices in the coming weeks, potentially challenging Windows in the PC gaming sector. An early benchmark of the Steam Deck's operating system recently produced intriguing results on the Asus ROG Ally, though many questions remain. A recent video from YouTuber The Phawx shows SteamOS running on an Asus ROG Ally. Although the unofficial installation isn't flawless, early benchmarks suggest that the upcoming general release could run smoothly on various handheld gaming PCs. Launching in May, the Lenovo Legion Go S will be the first device besides the Steam Deck to officially support SteamOS. The operating system enables playing PC games through a controller-friendly user interface. Valve plans to open a beta for other devices before the May launch, but 'The Phawx' went ahead with early testing on the Asus ROG Ally – one of the Steam Deck's most popular competitors. Although SteamOS patch notes ... Read full article.