ROG Xbox Ally Officially Unveiled: ASUS and Microsoft Team Up for Dual AMD-Powered Handheld Gaming PCs Launching Holiday 2025
ASUS and Microsoft have officially lifted the curtain on Project Kennan, now revealed as the ROG Xbox Ally, a groundbreaking series of handheld gaming PCs designed to blend the immersive power of Xbox with the freedom and versatility of Windows 11. Unveiled during the Xbox Games Showcase, the ROG Xbox Ally comes in two powerful configurations and will launch globally during the 2025 holiday season.
Two Models, One Unified Ecosystem: Game Anywhere, Anytime
The ROG Xbox Ally family is built for flexibility and high performance, offering users full access to PC gaming, Xbox Game Pass, and more. Each model is a portable powerhouse, targeting different user needs without compromising on performance.
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Processor: AMD Ryzen Z2 A
Memory: 16GB RAM
Storage: 512GB SSD
Optimized for: Battery efficiency and balanced performance for mainstream gamers
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Processor: AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme
Memory: 24GB RAM
Storage: 1TB SSD
Optimized for: Higher framerates, better visuals, AI processing, and premium gaming experiences
Both models will ship with Windows 11, making them fully compatible with PC gaming platforms like Steam, Xbox Game Pass, Epic Games Store, and more, while also offering native access to the full Xbox ecosystem including Game Pass Ultimate titles and Xbox Cloud Gaming.
A Launch Backed by Silksong
In a move sure to excite the gaming community, ASUS confirmed that the launch of the ROG Xbox Ally handhelds will coincide with the release of Hollow Knight: Silksong, one of the most anticipated indie games of the decade. This high-profile debut adds significant weight to the ROG Ally’s Holiday 2025 rollout, creating a landmark launch moment for gamers and hardware enthusiasts alike.
Hardware That Pushes Boundaries
Designed for players who demand both performance and portability, the ROG Xbox Ally series continues ASUS's reputation for cutting-edge engineering. Leveraging AMD’s latest Z2 and Z2 Extreme chips, these handhelds will enable high-quality gaming in a portable form factor—something previously only seen in devices like the Steam Deck or ASUS’s own ROG Ally series. The Ally X, in particular, positions itself as a flagship model with its massive 24GB RAM and advanced AI-accelerated performance.
Microsoft’s collaboration with ASUS ensures deep integration between Xbox gaming services and Windows 11, making both ROG Xbox Ally variants highly versatile for gaming on the go or as docked desktop gaming stations.
While pricing details and a specific release date are yet to be disclosed, both versions are scheduled to arrive globally Holiday 2025, ushering in a new era for Windows-based handheld gaming devices that bridge console accessibility with PC gaming freedom.
Are you planning to pick up the ROG Xbox Ally or Ally X? What game will you play first—Silksong, Starfield, or something else? Let us know in the comments below!
