Microsoft reveals pre-order dates and prices for ROG Xbox Ally portable consoles
New leaks have recently surfaced shedding light on the anticipated prices and official release dates for Microsoft's two handheld gaming consoles, the ROG Xbox Ally and its higher-end sibling, the ROG Xbox Ally X, which were unveiled at the Xbox Games Showcase event held on June 8, 2025.
According to the leaked information, pre-orders for both consoles are expected to begin in August 2025, with an official launch in mid-October 2025, coinciding with the global holiday season.
Expected Prices in Dollars
The well-known tech leaker eXtas1s, who has a reliable track record of leaking hardware, reported that the expected prices in the European market – after conversion to US dollars – will be as follows:
ROG Xbox Ally (Standard Edition): Approximately $645.
ROG Xbox Ally X (Advanced Edition): Priced at approximately $970. Xbox
These figures were obtained from several retailers across Europe.
Initial Launch in Select Markets
According to Microsoft, the two consoles will launch in several key markets, including the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Australia, Japan, and Singapore, as well as 21 additional global markets. Later expansion will include other countries, such as India, where ROG Ally products are already available.
Technical Specifications
ROG Xbox Ally (Basic Edition):
Processor: AMD Ryzen Z2 A
Memory: 16GB
Storage: 512GB SSD
Battery: 60Wh
Screen: 7-inch 1080p LCD
ROG Xbox Ally X (Advanced Edition):
Processor: AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme
Memory: 24GB
Storage: 1TB SSD
Battery: 80Wh
Display: Same screen specifications as the base model
A Competitive Move in the Mobile Device Market
With this move, Microsoft aims to strengthen its presence in the mobile gaming market and directly compete with devices like Steam Deck and PlayStation Portal, leveraging its digital services such as Xbox Game Pass and cloud gaming.
While Microsoft has yet to officially announce pricing, these leaks give gamers an initial idea of the potential cost of the two upcoming devices.