Expanded Memory Unlocks Smoother Multitasking

The ROG Ally X (2024) RC72LA introduces a substantial jump in internal performance with its upgraded AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme APU paired with RDNA3 graphics. This combination pushes handheld gaming closer to desktop-class performance, letting you play demanding titles at higher frame rates and with more stable visuals than the original Ally. It also improves efficiency, so you’re not sacrificing battery life just to get smoother gameplay.

Alongside the new processor and graphics, the Ally X increases its memory to 24GB of LPDDR5X RAM. This larger, faster memory pool allows heavier multitasking, quicker game loading, and smoother performance in Windows 11, especially when switching between games, streaming software, and background apps. For a handheld, this much RAM removes a lot of the bottlenecks users saw on the first model.

Larger Battery Extends Playtime on the Go

The Ally X doubles down on endurance with a much larger 80Wh battery, giving it significantly more runtime than the first ROG Ally. This upgrade means longer gaming sessions on the go without scrambling for a charger, and the revised power management helps balance performance and efficiency so the handheld doesn’t throttle excessively under heavy load.

To handle the extra power and keep performance consistent, ASUS has reworked the cooling system with dual fans, larger heat pipes, and quieter operation. This improved thermal design allows the Z1 Extreme APU to sustain higher clocks for longer, reduces hot spots on the chassis, and makes the device more comfortable to hold during extended play.

Display, Storage, and Sound Upgrades Create a Premium Feel

ASUS has upgraded the Ally X’s display to a 7-inch 1080p panel with a 120 Hz refresh rate and higher peak brightness, making visuals sharper and smoother both indoors and in bright environments. This improved screen pairs well with the expanded 1 TB NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD, giving players more room for modern AAA titles while keeping load times snappy. Together, the display and storage upgrades push the handheld toward a more premium, console-like experience without losing portability.

The chassis itself has been redesigned with more ergonomic grips and refined button placement, which helps offset the increased weight of the larger battery. Comfort is also boosted by a new audio system with Dolby Atmos support and louder front-facing speakers, creating a fuller, clearer soundstage that’s rare in a handheld. These hardware refinements make the Ally X feel more balanced and immersive during long gaming sessions.

A More Complete Handheld PC Gaming Experience

The ROG Ally X (2024) RC72LA refines nearly every aspect of the original, combining stronger hardware, longer battery life, and thoughtful design tweaks to make handheld PC gaming feel less compromised.

It’s still a Windows machine with the usual quirks, but the added power, storage, and comfort make this version a much more complete package for players who want desktop-level performance in a portable form factor.