ASUS India’s Vice President Arnold Su has confirmed that the company plans to launch the ROG Ally 2, a successor to their popular handheld gaming console, in 2024. This announcement comes amid the expanding handheld gaming market and is seen as a move to continue leading in this segment. The ROG Ally 2 is expected to retain its Windows 11 integration while placing a stronger emphasis on gaming. This shift aims to bridge the gap between traditional PC gaming and handheld gaming, a trend pioneered by the Switch and Steam Deck.
The original ROG Ally gained popularity due to its ability to cater to mainstream Windows-based gaming, allowing a more diverse range of games compared to the Nintendo Switch. The ROG Ally 2 could potentially include features like touchpads to address navigational challenges experienced with Windows 11 on handheld devices, thus improving game compatibility and user experience.
While ASUS has not released official details about the ROG Ally 2, the anticipation for the device is growing as gamers await to see how it compares with its competitors. The handheld gaming market is witnessing significant growth, with the launch of other devices like the MSI Claw and the existing Lenovo Legion GO. The ROG Ally 2’s launch could set a new standard in handheld gaming, offering a blend of power and versatility.
The specifications for the current ROG Ally include a 7-inch FHD display with a 120Hz refresh rate, an AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme CPU with integrated Radeon Navi3 graphics, 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM, 512GB of storage, and a 40Wh battery supporting 65W rapid charging.
