THANK YOU for the simple DIY mods. I removed the black plastic blocking the intake, but retained the mesh. This resulted to the APU Temps dropping SIGNIFICANTLY! I think max temp I got while gaming on 18/20/25W was 68C! That is a MUST DO mod to anyone comfortable with little tinkering. I also added the 25x25 aluminum heatsink for the stock 2230 ssd. THANKS A LOT for all these information. Really helped me out get some more performance out of my Ally, as well as prolong its lifespan.
Do you wan “dust protection” or do you want better temps? Had this done since day one. All I do is check for dust every few months and blow it out. Takes 3 seconds but my device will last longer having better temps, better efficiency running at better temps as well, and overall better performance with lower temps. Seems like a win win win situation to me
The color of each brands backplate won’t have any affect on temp. It’s all about the airflow potential and then the secondary is the fact that the handheld diy brand has. A metal plate which helps dissipate more heat. The handheld diy brand is king for thermals as seen in the video. Also the kryosheet is more for longevity rather than thermals because it maybe netted 1-2c difference. I have a friend that had an rog ally now locally so we may get together and do some more a/b testing on the next video
@@cppctek thanks. 1 more question if you don't mind. I use a 1tb 2230 drive with the little square heatsink mod as per your previous videos. Will it stay in place with the purple handheld diy case? Thanks
I like bigger vents on handheld DIY case vs original , but it is that metal plate on case not gimmicky? It preheats cool air, which is going to the consol fans?
@cppctek hopefully 🙏, I still think a bigger vent holes and no dust mesh plays bigger part on mod case then that metal plate . Ordered myself just like clean looks ofbitbvs original one , exited to swap them over
@davidfaustino4476 you haven't read my whole sentence, I was talking about bigger vents holes and dust mesh as well, which in my understanding plays the biggest role in dropped down temperatures seen in detailed results
@@kuzuriii having no mesh aat all is the best.. but there comes a point of diminishing returns and handheld diy tested at leat a few different variations.
You can remove the metal but temps are worse. The thermal pad that bridges the gap between the metal backplate and heatsink really do drop temps. It’s not fake
@@cppctek yep I know, but I want to use copper heatsinks + backplate and cut a small triangle to see if it can push some little air trough the copper heatsink 😎
Tyvm for the backplate recommendation. I bought mine and got it last night, just finished installing it today. Don't really care if M1 and M2 button work since I accidentally press them at times and it messes my gameplay. I also joined the discord in case I need advice.
Oof. Drop by and join the discord. It’s 100% free No paywall. You’ll hear about stuff way quicker than TH-cam notifications usually go out. I even had a little contest where we gave 3 out a while back for free in the discord. Hop on by. Links in the description
There’s more than one way to skin a fish for sure. Glad you lucked out and it’s working. My 2280 as you see here’s also works and stays super cool. Maxes out in the low 40s for both controller and memory temp on the nvme itself
Just a rubber washer. You can use a small o ring or even a fan rubber washer or isolate. Just like the thickness of the pcb itself for the adapter. Just maybe 1mm thick
Great video! Really looking forward to getting a diy backplate now, I tried the diy mods you suggested on the stock backplate and now it seems like my games are running slower than before but what’s weird is my fps counter still says they’re around 60 fps but the games just feel and look choppy now idk what to do
@@cppctek I appreciate it but I'm sending it in to rma it I've heard really good results from that apparently asus uses a new MB or something that helps prevent that sd card problem happening again and plus with a new motherboard hopefully why it seems to be running slow will be fixed to
It’s likely running slow due to software problems not hardware problems. If your sd card is borked then send it out. The discords free and we don’t charge to help. Lmk if you have anything else. Usually it’s just quicker and easier in discord to see videos of something rather than txt back n forth in comments. Best of luck.
I don't know if you'll see this or not, hope you do. On the website for HandheldDIY you can bundle the case with a 20w cooling fan but I can't find any videos or instructions on where to install it and if it has any affect. I don't do many mods so I would like to know more about it before I buy it.
@@cppctek Thank you, I got on HandheldDIYs discord and someone sent a link to the same one they sell on Amazon. I was just concerned that it might be internal or something, I was like "wth does that even go?" but I know now lol If it were an internal fan I would have considered it, but its way too big for that, and it's a wee bit gaudy.
Do not do the "free" mod after the mod cyber punk is thermal throttling and crashing hitting 92+, I think the heat is on the stock M.2 drive as the mod changes the air flow around the internal drive
That sounds like somethings going on brother that shouldn’t be happening. You got other issues at hand. Check my channel and all the comments on all my mods videos. Nothing but compliments. Also check my discord too. That’s not normal to be hitting 92c at all meanwhile everyone else is in the 60-75c range.
I got my Handhelddiy last week and my temps are down a good amount I'm really happy with it.
Heck yeah I’m glad to hear ! I hope you enjoy it.
Same. Very impressed with it ... and the integrated stand is nice.
Yesss! Been waiting for this follow up
yee lol been up 24 hours workin on this. Now im going to sleep lol.
@@cppctek lmaooo get some rest bro
THANK YOU for the simple DIY mods. I removed the black plastic blocking the intake, but retained the mesh. This resulted to the APU Temps dropping SIGNIFICANTLY! I think max temp I got while gaming on 18/20/25W was 68C! That is a MUST DO mod to anyone comfortable with little tinkering. I also added the 25x25 aluminum heatsink for the stock 2230 ssd. THANKS A LOT for all these information. Really helped me out get some more performance out of my Ally, as well as prolong its lifespan.
The temp decrease is impressive, and the purple looks great. Thanks for the info!
Indeed. Thnx
10:30 ain't that thing is the one that protects the ally from the dust though?
Do you wan “dust protection” or do you want better temps?
Had this done since day one. All I do is check for dust every few months and blow it out. Takes 3 seconds but my device will last longer having better temps, better efficiency running at better temps as well, and overall better performance with lower temps. Seems like a win win win situation to me
@@cppctek I kinda like both tbh... Thiugh I'm still definitely checking out the Handhelddiy
I opened mine to change the ssd recently and even with that cover so much dust can get in
I do use Jsaux one cuz I’ve upgraded the battery to 76w and that’s the only case that’s fit
Hows the Kryosheet going? Does it actually help with temps ?
Also howcome the different colours of backplate have an effect on the temps ?
The color of each brands backplate won’t have any affect on temp. It’s all about the airflow potential and then the secondary is the fact that the handheld diy brand has. A metal plate which helps dissipate more heat. The handheld diy brand is king for thermals as seen in the video. Also the kryosheet is more for longevity rather than thermals because it maybe netted 1-2c difference. I have a friend that had an rog ally now locally so we may get together and do some more a/b testing on the next video
@cppctek ah they're different brands. Went on the link in description and they do 3 colours , white, clear and purple so assumed they were on test.
@danielshaw007 handheld diy offers 3 colors. Jsaux offers 2 colors.
@@cppctek thanks. 1 more question if you don't mind. I use a 1tb 2230 drive with the little square heatsink mod as per your previous videos. Will it stay in place with the purple handheld diy case? Thanks
I like bigger vents on handheld DIY case vs original , but it is that metal plate on case not gimmicky? It preheats cool air, which is going to the consol fans?
The metal
Plate works.
@cppctek hopefully 🙏, I still think a bigger vent holes and no dust mesh plays bigger part on mod case then that metal plate . Ordered myself just like clean looks ofbitbvs original one , exited to swap them over
He details the results. It's works. Which is the opposite of a gimmick.
@davidfaustino4476 you haven't read my whole sentence, I was talking about bigger vents holes and dust mesh as well, which in my understanding plays the biggest role in dropped down temperatures seen in detailed results
@@kuzuriii having no mesh aat all is the best.. but there comes a point of diminishing returns and handheld diy tested at leat a few different variations.
Hi there, If i use this with the handhelddiy silicone case does it defeat the purpose of switching the backcase?
The silicon case will work but just will have to remove the kickstand on the backplate very easily with 2 screws before you put the case on
Is the handheld DIY rear case metal backplate removable? I wanted to cut a triangle but would be easier to get it right with it fully transparent...
You can remove the metal but temps are worse. The thermal pad that bridges the gap between the metal backplate and heatsink really do drop temps. It’s not fake
@@cppctek yep I know, but I want to use copper heatsinks + backplate and cut a small triangle to see if it can push some little air trough the copper heatsink 😎
Question with these backplates if you get a case will it fit with that little kickstand at the bottom?
Most of them should fit. The kickstand is removable. The hhdiy case is my fav and fits it great too
Tyvm for the backplate recommendation. I bought mine and got it last night, just finished installing it today. Don't really care if M1 and M2 button work since I accidentally press them at times and it messes my gameplay. I also joined the discord in case I need advice.
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I spent 40dlls on jsaux case because of your review, now you have this new case and it’s better than the jsaux one? Damn
Oof. Drop by and join the discord. It’s 100% free No paywall. You’ll hear about stuff way quicker than TH-cam notifications usually go out. I even had a little contest where we gave 3 out a while back for free in the discord. Hop on by. Links in the description
Great vid! One thing I noticed is to make sure not to touch the thermal pad to the stock nvme drive or it'll cook it.
Not saying you're wrong but I had a 2280 in mine since launch and run custom watt settings and my SSD is not cooked.
There’s more than one way to skin a fish for sure. Glad you lucked out and it’s working. My 2280 as you see here’s also works and stays super cool. Maxes out in the low 40s for both controller and memory temp on the nvme itself
May I ask what rubber spacer you used to raise it up ? Great video by the way
Just a rubber washer. You can use a small o ring or even a fan rubber washer or isolate. Just like the thickness of the pcb itself for the adapter. Just maybe 1mm thick
Thanks for the video! Very helpful….Can you please share what did you use as a heat shield underneath the 2280 SSD?
This dude knows we don't get up early😂
Where did you get the back buttons again?
Check the Handheld diy website or Amazon
Does this backplate fit the Skull & Co grip case?
Yes. It stock dimensions.
Where did you get that plate?
The purple backplate ? Handhelddiy is the brand. The link is in description
Great video! Really looking forward to getting a diy backplate now, I tried the diy mods you suggested on the stock backplate and now it seems like my games are running slower than before but what’s weird is my fps counter still says they’re around 60 fps but the games just feel and look choppy now idk what to do
Drop by the discord and share what’s goin on. Me or 1054 will help you
@@cppctek I appreciate it but I'm sending it in to rma it I've heard really good results from that apparently asus uses a new MB or something that helps prevent that sd card problem happening again and plus with a new motherboard hopefully why it seems to be running slow will be fixed to
It’s likely running slow due to software problems not hardware problems. If your sd card is borked then send it out. The discords free and we don’t charge to help. Lmk if you have anything else. Usually it’s just quicker and easier in discord to see videos of something rather than txt back n forth in comments. Best of luck.
I don't know if you'll see this or not, hope you do. On the website for HandheldDIY you can bundle the case with a 20w cooling fan but I can't find any videos or instructions on where to install it and if it has any affect. I don't do many mods so I would like to know more about it before I buy it.
The 20w cooling fan isn’t needed but it’s just a generic magnetic fan that I have a similar one of I’ll show on my next video for you.
@@cppctek Thank you, I got on HandheldDIYs discord and someone sent a link to the same one they sell on Amazon. I was just concerned that it might be internal or something, I was like "wth does that even go?" but I know now lol If it were an internal fan I would have considered it, but its way too big for that, and it's a wee bit gaudy.
@Agriwulfz hmu on my official discord in description ill show you the fan n how it works
is the handheld DIY one compatible with your 2230 heat sink mod ? just ordered this backplate but I hope it will fit with the 10mm heatsink on my nvme
Yes I believe it’s mentioned at the 11:13 min mark. Please refer to that it fits
@@cppctek yea for the 2280 NVME but I'm rocking a Sabrent 2230 with a 10mm heatsink (from your video) 😃
Oo I misread the 2230 part at first lol. My bad. But yeah it should fit great actually lol.
Are you still rocking the stock factory thermal interface for the APU ?@@cppctek
Is the kickstand removable? I like the backplate but I wanna use a case with it.
Yes very easy to remove. Two screws hold it on. It fits in my case though with it on just fine
@@cppctekhow about let’s say with the ivanky dock/stand?
What about a FRONTplate?? I need a black Ally 😭
I’m working with them and trying my best to push it forward. Just know when it comes you’ll see it here first for sure
Fire 🔥
Soooo good isn’t it? Thanks ! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🤠🤠🤠🤠🤠
@@cppctek yes 👁👄👁
Do not do the "free" mod after the mod cyber punk is thermal throttling and crashing hitting 92+, I think the heat is on the stock M.2 drive as the mod changes the air flow around the internal drive
That sounds like somethings going on brother that shouldn’t be happening. You got other issues at hand. Check my channel and all the comments on all my mods videos. Nothing but compliments. Also check my discord too. That’s not normal to be hitting 92c at all meanwhile everyone else is in the 60-75c range.
Wish I known about this wish I was one of the 3 to win this
Woww...😮😮
so where the F is black one LOL :D
I think they figured it would clash too much but hopefully there will be one for the ally x
@@cppctek clash too much? wdm?