80
Jacqueline Thomas
IGN
“I'm more than happy to have a dedicated Hades device in my backpack at all times.”
Critical Assessment
What Critics Praise
- Lightweight design
- Light and comfortable to hold
- Beautiful 1080p screen with 120 Hz refresh rate
- Cheaper than Z1 Extreme
- Long battery life
- Sleek aesthetic
Points of Contention
- Worse performance than the Steam Deck
- Lower frame rates
- Finicky controls
- Limited GPU power
- Unsuitable for demanding games
Professional Reviews
3 reviews from 3 critics70
Matthew Buzzi
PCMag
“For most gamers, however, this model's performance—even with helping factors like dialing down the resolution to 720p and spinning up FSR—is tough to stomach”
60
Jacob Roach
Digital Trends
The Asus ROG Ally (Ryzen Z1) offers a comfortable design and a beautiful 1080p/120 Hz display, but its weaker chip and poor battery life make it an unattractive choice compared to the Steam Deck. It lacks a clear niche and is best suited for users who already own a Steam Deck or are looking for a very low-price handheld.
