Thank you for watching 😃!!!! If you like this video then you will definitely like 👍my other video where I connect my ROG Ally X to a RTX 3060 Graphics card: th-cam.com/video/e2gletk27dE/w-d-xo.html I install a 4 TB SSD into the first generation Rog Allyth-cam.com/video/l-vGk8ociPI/w-d-xo.html
I got my AllyX for my 40th birthday last Friday hehe love it :) I ordered a 1TB SD card for my handheld and later this year order a 4TB NvME drive to upgrade it
Appreciate the really detailed video on issues an average user might have with upgrades. The part on docks was very helpful as well. Almost bought a JSAUX dock!
just for those who plan on getting a ally x you dont need to clone your drive you can use the cloud recovery download from the bios to do a fresh install it should defiantly save a bit of headach.
Very good narration! Well explained. Thanks for reviewing this product. I decide to wait for Ally 2, what I did is just purchase a 3080 XG mobile to have a better gaming experience.
Thank you for showing all the utilities that are available. Me and my 10 year old son are looking to get into PC games. My son exclusively plays with his Switch as a handheld and I enjoy some Xbox cloud gaming on the tablet but would like to play on the big TV. The Ally X looks like the ideal addition although I will wait for the Z2 extreme version. Knowing that I can add an egpu is an added bonus and I hope that the next generation of Windows gaming handhelds support Thunderbolt 5 to max out the egpu.
Thanks so much for the kind comment! I’m right there with you on hoping for Thunderbolt 5 in the next-gen handhelds-it’s exciting to think about what eGPUs could do with that kind of power. Thanks again for watching!
You don't need to use Turbo Mode with Gamepass. Silent Mode should suffice. The games get rendered on Microsoft hardware and sent to you via internet. Your Ally X just needs WiFi. Also no need for AFMF.
Been debating getting once of these to both reduce my physical desk space in my home studio and have some mobile gaming to boot. Excellent video and honest opinions!
I also had the blue screen 3 days after cloning my drive to a new 2TB. In the end have to do cloud recovery as well and it has been good ever since. So maybe cloning is not good way. I also know of other Reddit user reporting the same
Great vid! I read the Ally X cant perform better than 8GB VRAM due to GPU limits. Might be true and they say performance is at best when allocated 8 GB VRAM. Enjoy the beast!
the main reason your battery drained so quickly on rog ally x was also due to the fact that you played with an uncapped frame rate. Capping the frame rate makes a big difference as the machine doesn't have to exert too much power of the GPU and CPU to get the game to run at variable frames. Its important to limit the frames by using a tool like rivatuner statistics.
Hey, much of the trouble you dealt with during the SSD replacement could of been avoided. Upon buying the ROG Ally X, you could of immediately replaced the SSD for your 4TB SSD. Then boot into the ROG Ally BIOS and navigate to the "cloud recovery" option. This will connect to the internet and perform a fresh install of Windows with all ROG Ally X drivers and software like Armoury Crate. That way you would of had a fresh install with a correct partition size before even downloading your games in the first place.
You’re absolutely right-cloud recovery does make things a lot smoother. I actually used the "cloud recovery" approach in this video which I uploaded on March 1: th-cam.com/video/eFrFrUMVRlU/w-d-xo.html This time, though, I wanted to try a different method because it takes a long time to download all of the games I have. Even though it didn’t go perfectly, it’s important to me to share my truthful experiences, especially when things don’t work out as planned. That way, if someone else runs into similar issues, my mistakes and/or solutions might be able to help them. When I uploaded this video I left links to Asus' guide to upgrading the SSD as well as using Macrium Reflect as an alternative cloning method in the description.
Hi around 8:30 are you using an external controller to navigate? Or a mouse? If it's an external controller, how do you right click? Do you need to change any settings?
Could you make a video wherein you install premiere pro and davinci resolve, just to see how the performance works and how long does it take to render?
Your videos are awesome but I have a question that I hope you can help me with is there anything wrong with just owning the original Asus Rog ally and is worth it for me to buy the Asus Rog ally x
Definitely nothing wrong with owning the original. Still a great device. If I didn’t make TH-cam videos I would not pay the $800 that I paid. I would wait for a sale or buy an open box model. thnx for watching and commenting!!!
I love mine turbo mode in remnant 2 lasts me almost 3 hours.i paired it with with onexgpu 7600m and play everything 1440p high even remnant 2 with fsr quality and frame gen gets 80-100 fps
at $799? but its lack of an OLED display is a letdown. At this price point, you'd expect better visual quality, and its 120Hz IPS LCD doesn't offer the vibrant colors or contrast of an OLED. This makes its value questionable compared to cheaper alternatives with better displays.
the cost of games vary greatly depending on the type of games you play. Best thing is to just go to Steam, Epic, or GOG and look for your favorites before buying your next system. Steam is my favorite platform and they have a lot of sales
Hey man before i ask my question i just wanna say this is a great vid and a nicely done review :). Currently right now I am debating on which handheld i should get and i am so down to get an Asus Rog Ally except the main thing that worries me is the ssd card situation with the whole overheating stuff. I cant afford the new ally x and i am thinking i can settle for the original ally or legion go, but I am worried that the original one still has the problems ya know. Do you think getting an original ally is good and beneficial even with the possible problems or should i settle for a legion go, i just hope to play sparking zero and fortnite 😅, Thx again!
Choosing between the ROG Ally and Lenovo Legion Go really depends on what you value most. I play Fortnite on both, and they perform just fine. I usually pick the Legion Go because of its larger screen, and I haven’t had any issues with the SD card I use in it. With my older ROG Ally, though, I don't rely on SD cards and instead installed a larger SSD, which was easy to do. Here's a guide from ROG on upgrading the SSD in the Ally. rog.asus.com/articles/guides/how-to-upgrade-the-ssd-and-reinstall-windows-on-your-rog-ally/ If you’re not chasing the latest tech, you’re in a good spot. While I like the upgrades in the Ally X, they’re not essential for playing Fortnite. Whichever you choose, consider looking for a used one at Best Buy if possible-it’s a great way to save.
@@digitalmaus oh okok that’s seems good to know, i honestly wouldn’t mind either and i’ll definitely check out the ssd installation vid in a few. I may settle on the legion go just for the bigger screen and removable controllers but i don’t think i would mind the original rog if i could do the install thing on my own, anyways thx again for the advice!
I had gotten the upgraded version when it was on sale for $500 and the original was under $300. If you can wait I'm sure that would drop even more this cyber Monday. If you want an external GPU route. I think legion would be the cheaper option.
@@aaronhartmann7658 i might settle for the legion go personally but at the same time i do wanna figure out what is good for all purpose. I wanna play sparking zero when it comes out for example, if one of the handhelds can play it along with fortnite i’d be set on it yk, got any suggestions?
Choosing between the ROG Ally and Lenovo Legion Go really depends on what you value most. I usually picked the Legion Go because of its larger screen. But I love the updates Asus made to the Ally, ie. controllers, the new 2280 SSD which makes for easier storage upgrades, the dual USB-C ports, etc. Just know that there will be a learning curve going from consoles if you are not used to gaming on Windows devices. If you don't want to deal with Windows then the SteamDeck OLED is also a great buy. However, If you’re not chasing the latest tech, you’re in a good spot. While I like the upgrades in the Ally X, they’re not essential and I definitely would not pay full price. I would look for a used one (Best Buy has good deals on open box).
@@digitalmaus thanks for the detailed reply to be honest looking for a hand held I can play resurgence on as that will more than likely be my primary game played and then other less intense games.
@@bwrecks I’d be careful of the steam deck as games may require (anti cheat) software to run while you play games, this is where the steam deck has failed with very few games not even working entirely. I would suggest googling Steam deck anti cheat issues. Although you have no intentions of cheating, some games just don’t work because of that. But I’ve only heard of maybe 2-3 games.
4k oled in a handheld is braindead... you would be getting maybe 1-6fps even if they upgrade to a Z2 chipset... 32GB RAM, higher SSD is very possible with oled technology but 4K is braindead... the specs to hit that resolution would increase the price to $3000+ mark Highest resolution possible would be 1440p and that would still be a lot more intensive than the current 1080p
Tough one Can’t give you a definitive answer on that right now. The larger screen of the Legion usually gives it the edge over all my other handhelds. But the upgrades Asus made (larger battery, joysticks, ram,2280 SSD) are really good. I wouldn’t pay the 800 I paid. Better to wait for a open box/sale/ or info if there will be an Ally 2 if waiting is a possibility.
Best Buy Geek Squad, MicroCenter, or any reputable computer repair shop in your area. Pretty easy tho ( I only had a problem with placing the battery back in but eventually got it). Here is a link to ROG's guide to upgrading the SSD: rog.asus.com/articles/guides/how-to-upgrade-the-ssd-and-reinstall-windows-on-your-rog-ally/
Rog Ally X is better but more expensive. If you are primarily looking at cost I would definitely look for a used Rog Ally Gen 1 Z1 Extreme version. There is also a learning curve if you never used a Windows handheld before so you should consider that.
@@digitalmaus thank you I never have that's why I want to look up as much as I can before I buy one. Do you have any videos on ally gen 1 z1 extreme version
Idk what to choose between legion go and Rog ally x I would use my device to watch movie , series and play game like Honkai star rail and slightly high demanding steam game I hesitating cuz the big screen would be great for watching show and a little bit I would like to have good battery and i play mostly on my bed cuz my bed taking a lot of space so there is no room for pc ( I don’t have a pc or any kind of handheld) guys can u help me to choose?
if youre gonna sit in bed and play, then get a legion go for the bigger screen. The battery wouldn't matter since you're gonna keep it plugged in most of the time, the performance is pretty much the same.
I think you are asking if you can buy this at Target Dept store? I looked on their website and it appears you can order the standard ROG Ally Z1 Extreme but not the ROG Ally X.
Thank you for watching 😃!!!!
If you like this video then you will definitely like 👍my other video where I connect my ROG Ally X to a RTX 3060 Graphics card:
th-cam.com/video/e2gletk27dE/w-d-xo.html
I install a 4 TB SSD into the first generation Rog Allyth-cam.com/video/l-vGk8ociPI/w-d-xo.html
Disclaimer as always. The complaints are for the United States branch for customer support. Other countries have better laws to protect buyers
@@rawdiggitydog exactly
I got my AllyX for my 40th birthday last Friday hehe love it :) I ordered a 1TB SD card for my handheld and later this year order a 4TB NvME drive to upgrade it
Awesome, Have fun!
This is such an awesome tutorial for "getting started" with the Ally, thanks for uploading!
Appreciate the really detailed video on issues an average user might have with upgrades. The part on docks was very helpful as well. Almost bought a JSAUX dock!
just for those who plan on getting a ally x you dont need to clone your drive you can use the cloud recovery download from the bios to do a fresh install it should defiantly save a bit of headach.
Very good narration! Well explained. Thanks for reviewing this product. I decide to wait for Ally 2, what I did is just purchase a 3080 XG mobile to have a better gaming experience.
why get expensive xg gpu when u could use whatever mobile gpu with ally x
@smugglerthesnuggler1622 why get ally x if you have ally OG. Ally X is same price of xg mobile.
Thank you for showing all the utilities that are available. Me and my 10 year old son are looking to get into PC games. My son exclusively plays with his Switch as a handheld and I enjoy some Xbox cloud gaming on the tablet but would like to play on the big TV. The Ally X looks like the ideal addition although I will wait for the Z2 extreme version. Knowing that I can add an egpu is an added bonus and I hope that the next generation of Windows gaming handhelds support Thunderbolt 5 to max out the egpu.
Thanks so much for the kind comment! I’m right there with you on hoping for Thunderbolt 5 in the next-gen handhelds-it’s exciting to think about what eGPUs could do with that kind of power. Thanks again for watching!
Thank you for this. I shall be purchasing this for sure!!
You don't need to use Turbo Mode with Gamepass. Silent Mode should suffice.
The games get rendered on Microsoft hardware and sent to you via internet. Your Ally X just needs WiFi.
Also no need for AFMF.
Been debating getting once of these to both reduce my physical desk space in my home studio and have some mobile gaming to boot. Excellent video and honest opinions!
Great video mate. Thank you! Question if I may please, what's the maximum output resolution when connecting the Ally X to a TV?
Thanks!
I also had the blue screen 3 days after cloning my drive to a new 2TB. In the end have to do cloud recovery as well and it has been good ever since. So maybe cloning is not good way. I also know of other Reddit user reporting the same
Great vid! I read the Ally X cant perform better than 8GB VRAM due to GPU limits. Might be true and they say performance is at best when allocated 8 GB VRAM. Enjoy the beast!
Make a video on 8gb vram vs 12gb vram with graphic intensive games on ally x
the main reason your battery drained so quickly on rog ally x was also due to the fact that you played with an uncapped frame rate. Capping the frame rate makes a big difference as the machine doesn't have to exert too much power of the GPU and CPU to get the game to run at variable frames. Its important to limit the frames by using a tool like rivatuner statistics.
You wouldn't had any problems with upgrading the ssd if you just use the asus cloud recovery
great review, thank you... about the copper plate for the SSD, could you share details please?
Hey, much of the trouble you dealt with during the SSD replacement could of been avoided.
Upon buying the ROG Ally X, you could of immediately replaced the SSD for your 4TB SSD. Then boot into the ROG Ally BIOS and navigate to the "cloud recovery" option. This will connect to the internet and perform a fresh install of Windows with all ROG Ally X drivers and software like Armoury Crate. That way you would of had a fresh install with a correct partition size before even downloading your games in the first place.
You’re absolutely right-cloud recovery does make things a lot smoother. I actually used the "cloud recovery" approach in this video which I uploaded on March 1: th-cam.com/video/eFrFrUMVRlU/w-d-xo.html
This time, though, I wanted to try a different method because it takes a long time to download all of the games I have. Even though it didn’t go perfectly, it’s important to me to share my truthful experiences, especially when things don’t work out as planned. That way, if someone else runs into similar issues, my mistakes and/or solutions might be able to help them.
When I uploaded this video I left links to Asus' guide to upgrading the SSD as well as using Macrium Reflect as an alternative cloning method in the description.
@@digitalmaus Great review, mate! Question= would ROG Ally X fit with a 4TB SSD with a heatsink too?
Hi around 8:30 are you using an external controller to navigate? Or a mouse? If it's an external controller, how do you right click? Do you need to change any settings?
Thanks for watching! Around 8:30, I was actually using a mouse to navigate.
Could you make a video wherein you install premiere pro and davinci resolve, just to see how the performance works and how long does it take to render?
Really nice made video 💪
Thank you 🙌
Your videos are awesome but I have a question that I hope you can help me with is there anything wrong with just owning the original Asus Rog ally and is worth it for me to buy the Asus Rog ally x
Definitely nothing wrong with owning the original. Still a great device. If I didn’t make TH-cam videos I would not pay the $800 that I paid. I would wait for a sale or buy an open box model. thnx for watching and commenting!!!
I love mine turbo mode in remnant 2 lasts me almost 3 hours.i paired it with with onexgpu 7600m and play everything 1440p high even remnant 2 with fsr quality and frame gen gets 80-100 fps
How’s the temperatures been since you installed the 4TB WD Black SSD? Has it been running ok in the X so far? No overheating or anything like that?
no issues with the WD. been running grt
What are your top 10 games on Rog Ally X
wooo.. What game is that? 2:32
Thnx..BlazBlue Entropy Effect
Wow Helldivers 2 *_struggles_*
at $799? but its lack of an OLED display is a letdown. At this price point, you'd expect better visual quality, and its 120Hz IPS LCD doesn't offer the vibrant colors or contrast of an OLED. This makes its value questionable compared to cheaper alternatives with better displays.
I do not think others offer an 80W battery and 24GB of RAM, vrr. Do not forget that this uses 2280 NVMe, making SSD upgrades much cheaper.
It most have been very difficult for Asus to take the time to add a kickstand huh? 😆🙃
Hi great video 👍do u kno average how much to download games?? Thanks
the cost of games vary greatly depending on the type of games you play. Best thing is to just go to Steam, Epic, or GOG and look for your favorites before buying your next system. Steam is my favorite platform and they have a lot of sales
Hey man before i ask my question i just wanna say this is a great vid and a nicely done review :). Currently right now I am debating on which handheld i should get and i am so down to get an Asus Rog Ally except the main thing that worries me is the ssd card situation with the whole overheating stuff. I cant afford the new ally x and i am thinking i can settle for the original ally or legion go, but I am worried that the original one still has the problems ya know. Do you think getting an original ally is good and beneficial even with the possible problems or should i settle for a legion go, i just hope to play sparking zero and fortnite 😅, Thx again!
Choosing between the ROG Ally and Lenovo Legion Go really depends on what you value most. I play Fortnite on both, and they perform just fine. I usually pick the Legion Go because of its larger screen, and I haven’t had any issues with the SD card I use in it. With my older ROG Ally, though, I don't rely on SD cards and instead installed a larger SSD, which was easy to do. Here's a guide from ROG on upgrading the SSD in the Ally. rog.asus.com/articles/guides/how-to-upgrade-the-ssd-and-reinstall-windows-on-your-rog-ally/
If you’re not chasing the latest tech, you’re in a good spot. While I like the upgrades in the Ally X, they’re not essential for playing Fortnite. Whichever you choose, consider looking for a used one at Best Buy if possible-it’s a great way to save.
@@digitalmaus oh okok that’s seems good to know, i honestly wouldn’t mind either and i’ll definitely check out the ssd installation vid in a few. I may settle on the legion go just for the bigger screen and removable controllers but i don’t think i would mind the original rog if i could do the install thing on my own, anyways thx again for the advice!
I had gotten the upgraded version when it was on sale for $500 and the original was under $300. If you can wait I'm sure that would drop even more this cyber Monday.
If you want an external GPU route. I think legion would be the cheaper option.
@@aaronhartmann7658 i might settle for the legion go personally but at the same time i do wanna figure out what is good for all purpose. I wanna play sparking zero when it comes out for example, if one of the handhelds can play it along with fortnite i’d be set on it yk, got any suggestions?
I am looking to purchase my first handheld u currently only have a ps5 and a portal would you recommend the legion go or the rog ally x?
Choosing between the ROG Ally and Lenovo Legion Go really depends on what you value most. I usually picked the Legion Go because of its larger screen. But I love the updates Asus made to the Ally, ie. controllers, the new 2280 SSD which makes for easier storage upgrades, the dual USB-C ports, etc. Just know that there will be a learning curve going from consoles if you are not used to gaming on Windows devices. If you don't want to deal with Windows then the SteamDeck OLED is also a great buy.
However, If you’re not chasing the latest tech, you’re in a good spot. While I like the upgrades in the Ally X, they’re not essential and I definitely would not pay full price. I would look for a used one (Best Buy has good deals on open box).
@@digitalmaus thanks for the detailed reply to be honest looking for a hand held I can play resurgence on as that will more than likely be my primary game played and then other less intense games.
im in this exact same boat. Need a fully independent handheld PC for elden ring. Portal aint cutting it
@@bwrecks I’d be careful of the steam deck as games may require (anti cheat) software to run while you play games, this is where the steam deck has failed with very few games not even working entirely. I would suggest googling Steam deck anti cheat issues. Although you have no intentions of cheating, some games just don’t work because of that. But I’ve only heard of maybe 2-3 games.
Wishlist for ally 2.
32GB Ram, 5TB storage, 4K Oled, 120hz VRR. Slightly improved triggers. Game over!
4k oled in a handheld is braindead... you would be getting maybe 1-6fps even if they upgrade to a Z2 chipset...
32GB RAM, higher SSD is very possible with oled technology but 4K is braindead... the specs to hit that resolution would increase the price to $3000+ mark
Highest resolution possible would be 1440p and that would still be a lot more intensive than the current 1080p
@digitalmaus
If you could only buy one - Legion Go or Ally X. Which one would you have?
Tough one Can’t give you a definitive answer on that right now. The larger screen of the Legion usually gives it the edge over all my other handhelds. But the upgrades Asus made (larger battery, joysticks, ram,2280 SSD) are really good. I wouldn’t pay the 800 I paid. Better to wait for a open box/sale/ or info if there will be an Ally 2 if waiting is a possibility.
@Grubbytoe Ally X no question...the go just doesn't fit good in the hands too big and buggy, returned it for the X and no regrets.
Hey man I’m trying to get my ally x a 4TB but don’t want to break it or risk anything close to that. Where would u recommend getting that done?
Best Buy Geek Squad, MicroCenter, or any reputable computer repair shop in your area. Pretty easy tho ( I only had a problem with placing the battery back in but eventually got it). Here is a link to ROG's guide to upgrading the SSD: rog.asus.com/articles/guides/how-to-upgrade-the-ssd-and-reinstall-windows-on-your-rog-ally/
Hey I just got a rig ally and updated it now it freezes on the logo during boot what do I do can get to bios or nothing
Have you tried a reset like in this article?www.asus.com/support/faq/1050239/
Wow I was thinking of getting this but is a lot of work
I totally get that it can seem like a lot at first, but honestly, it's not that bad once you get the hang of it.
So question I never had a rog ally or ally x which one is better for a first time user?
Rog Ally X is better but more expensive. If you are primarily looking at cost I would definitely look for a used Rog Ally Gen 1 Z1 Extreme version. There is also a learning curve if you never used a Windows handheld before so you should consider that.
@@digitalmaus thank you I never have that's why I want to look up as much as I can before I buy one. Do you have any videos on ally gen 1 z1 extreme version
Can you tell me if the x fixed the micro sd heat issues that original had?
Asus moved the sd card slot. Haven’t had an issue with mine so far. I’ll make a community post if I ever do.
Can i get in target
Great video.. but this is way too much to do for someone coming from consoles
Can i get target
Idk what to choose between legion go and Rog ally x I would use my device to watch movie , series and play game like Honkai star rail and slightly high demanding steam game I hesitating cuz the big screen would be great for watching show and a little bit I would like to have good battery and i play mostly on my bed cuz my bed taking a lot of space so there is no room for pc ( I don’t have a pc or any kind of handheld) guys can u help me to choose?
if youre gonna sit in bed and play, then get a legion go for the bigger screen. The battery wouldn't matter since you're gonna keep it plugged in most of the time, the performance is pretty much the same.
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For some reason I’m not able to increase my vram past 8gb. Is there anything I need to toggle before I can do that on the Ally X?
Haven’t had that issue myself. on Reddit someone said they fixed it by updating their Bios
@@EricVicente-ez2xl for what game you need more than 8GB ? possibly you need to checkfor updates and apply them all
Yup update your bios thru either armory or myasus, i forgot
You have a black sprayed normal Rog Ally. It’s a very common thing
Can i play game by Hoyoplay in this one?
I have Genshin Impact and Zenless Zone Zero using Epic Games
It's R O Gee
How much it that
right now the Rog Ally X sells for $799 at Best Buy. Thnx for watching
@digitalmaus thank now i go to buy see ya
Can i get target pls say something
I think you are asking if you can buy this at Target Dept store? I looked on their website and it appears you can order the standard ROG Ally Z1 Extreme but not the ROG Ally X.
Those bezels though 😂
Eww “RAWG”… 😂
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are you mexican?