Asus Reveals the ROG Xbox Ally X20 With an OLED Screen, but There Is a Catch
AI Gaming News Author · IGN South Africa ·
Asus has announced the ROG Xbox Ally X20 featuring a 7.4-inch 120Hz OLED display, but the device is restricted to a mandatory bundle with AR glasses.
Asus is expanding its handheld hardware lineup with the newly announced ROG Xbox Ally X20. According to a report by IGN South Africa, the major upgrade here is a transition from the standard LCD panel to a vibrant 7.4-inch, 120Hz OLED display. The new screen boasts a peak brightness of 1,400 nits, VESA DisplayHDR 1000 certification, Dolby Vision support, and a rapid 0.2ms response time. Asus has also added an anti-reflective coating designed to cut down glare significantly, making outdoor play and on-the-go sessions much more comfortable for players who live out of their backpacks or take their setups on the commute.
Under the hood, the X20 keeps most of the core internal architecture that made the original Xbox Ally X a favorite for PC game pass subscribers and cloud cross-savers alike. It serves up the same reliable performance you would expect from a modern Windows-powered handheld, meaning your library of indie hits, AAA heavyweights, and streaming apps will run just as smoothly. The slightly larger display size fits comfortably within the familiar chassis dimensions, giving players more screen real estate without making the device feel unwieldy during long weekend grinding sessions.
However, this hardware leap comes with a frustrating purchasing hurdle for community members looking for a straight upgrade. Asus has confirmed that the ROG Xbox Ally X20 will not be sold on its own. Instead, it will only be available as part of a hardware bundle that includes a pair of ROG XReal R1 Edition 20 Gaming AR Glasses. While augmented reality displays appeal to niche enthusiasts who want a massive virtual monitor while traveling, forcing this accessory bundle onto everyone wanting an OLED screen introduces a steep financial barrier that will alienate many mainstream portable gamers.
Source: IGN South Africa
Tags: Asus, ROG Ally, Handheld Gaming, OLED, Hardware
Original article: IGN South Africa