Asus ROG Ally

n111ck · 13 Jun 2023 at 18:28

Guest2 said:
Interesting theory - Could you install SteamOS on the Ally?

Dont see why not..

Martini1991 · 13 Jun 2023 at 18:52

Guest2 said:
Interesting theory - Could you install SteamOS on the Ally?

I'd wait till Valve finally release SteamOS 3

DougF1 · 13 Jun 2023 at 19:17

Ive been playing with a retail version today.

As exciting as it is, it defo feels disjointed still.

Maybe its just me, but it makes me excited for what Xbox or Sony could do with a handheld now.

I’d also sacrafice a bit more weight for a larger battery.

The fact this thing can play Battlefield 2042 at 60fps in a full server or Microsoft Flight Simulator is nothing sort of astounding.

However, Windows still holds it back.

Its the double edged sword with this device. What makes it great is that it is a Windows device. What makes it bad, is that it is a Windows device.

kakarott · 13 Jun 2023 at 20:07

Did anyone get there's in a cardboard box because mine only had a think packet and the box has dents.

Mike 702 · 13 Jun 2023 at 20:40

kakarott said:
Did anyone get there's in a cardboard box because mine only had a think packet and the box has dents.

Was it from Currys? I got an ipad from them last year and it just came in a plastic bag over the box, no proper external cardboard box which I thought was poor. I don't think the standard box is enough for transport IMO.

VPalermo · 13 Jun 2023 at 20:40

Does anyone know where to get the carry case? It’s out of stock at Curry’s and I’ve had it pre-ordered from the ASUS store since May but my order has been processing since then.

kakarott · 13 Jun 2023 at 20:52

Mike 702 said:
Was it from Currys? I got an ipad from them last year and it just came in a plastic bag over the box, no proper external cardboard box which I thought was poor. I don't think the standard box is enough for transport IMO.

Yes

picnic · 13 Jun 2023 at 21:46

kakarott said:
Yes

Same here and it was obvious DPD hadn't taken good care of it.

Getting it updated was a pain, Store seemed to get stuck numerous times doing updates which only a reboot seemed to fix.

Cavallino · 13 Jun 2023 at 22:10

Which Store?

Cavallino · 13 Jun 2023 at 23:46

Ok...

I sat for a second staring at this thing... looking at SF5 playing flawlessly thinking... how lucky this generation that has access to such great new technology that is literally available at your fingertips....

I havent even tried any of my other games yet, but to play these games, on the go... at a very good performance...

So far no sticky buttons... but so far... I really am impressed and am very happy with the purchase.

Cant wait to set it up properly over the weekend.....

Is it worth while doing a fresh W11 install you reckon?

Soulja · 14 Jun 2023 at 00:50

What an amazing bit of kit this is. I've tested res evil 2 remake and diablo 4 so far and they both run and look amazing.

kakarott · 14 Jun 2023 at 00:55

Set up was a little sloppy but have an offline account set up for now. Will do SSD swap and then install windows by the bios.

Cavallino · 14 Jun 2023 at 00:56

May I ask why you will do SSD swap and new w11? Is it better to have fresh install?

picnic · 14 Jun 2023 at 11:55

Cavallino said:
Which Store?

If you mean me same as kakarott (Currys)

kakarott · 14 Jun 2023 at 12:32

Cavallino said:
May I ask why you will do SSD swap and new w11? Is it better to have fresh install?

Well more storage the better. Installing win 11 via bios is the recommended/automated way

n111ck · 14 Jun 2023 at 13:56

Can anyone recommend a cheapish power bank for this + would the Ally recognise it as being plugged into the mains?

Mike 702 · 14 Jun 2023 at 15:14

Has anyone used Emudeck for Windows on their unit yet? I think you can get it by coming a Patreon of theirs.

I am tempted to order one, really love the way Emudeck works on the Steamdeck and would like the same on the Ally.

Mike 702 · 14 Jun 2023 at 15:17

n111ck said:
Can anyone recommend a cheapish power bank for this + would the Ally recognise it as being plugged into the mains?

I imagine it would need to have a decent output, so 65W to support the Ally?

Baseus Power Bank, 65W 20000mAh USB C Portable Charger is £53 I see - looks decent

DougF1 · 14 Jun 2023 at 15:30

The Anker 737 is supposed to be decent and allows Turbo mode on the Ally whilst using it. Its on offer at the moment from £129.99 to £99 on the Rain forest

kakarott · 14 Jun 2023 at 16:11

Mike 702 said:
Has anyone used Emudeck for Windows on their unit yet? I think you can get it by coming a Patreon of theirs.

I am tempted to order one, really love the way Emudeck works on the Steamdeck and would like the same on the Ally.

No but will look into alternatives such as retrobat and playnite

Asus ROG Ally

Baseus Power Bank, 65W 20000mAh USB C Portable Charger is £53 I see - looks decent​

Baseus Power Bank, 65W 20000mAh USB C Portable Charger is £53 I see - looks decent