ASUS Made The Xbox Ally X $1000, Not Microsoft

The new ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X (and the standard Ally) are generating a lot of buzz thanks to their powerful performance. However, they’re also quite expensive – the Ally X costs a hefty $1,000, which could be a barrier for many potential buyers. According to Xbox’s president, Microsoft didn’t have a clear strategy when deciding how much to charge for the devices.

According to ASUS executives and industry experts, the $1,000 Xbox Ally X and the $599 Xbox Ally were priced solely by ASUS, with no input from Xbox or Microsoft.

This is Why The Xbox Ally X is So Expensive

The ASUS ROG Ally X is an impressive handheld gaming device that’s incredibly comfortable to hold. It boasts a long-lasting battery, effective cooling, and the ability to add more storage. Plus, it features customizable RGB lighting, responsive buttons, a robust and clear screen, and powerful speakers.

That was all summed up in our review, anyway.

The Xbox Ally X costs $1,000, a price that might discourage many people from buying it. According to Sarah Bond, President of Xbox, Microsoft didn’t have any say in setting that price, as she recently told Variety.

We explored how to give people a variety of choices. Asus was key to this, as they designed the hardware and used their deep understanding of the market, desired features, and customer preferences to set the final prices for the devices.

Even though it was expensive, Bond said the Xbox Store sold out almost immediately. He believes the value gamers are getting for their money is well worth the cost.

But she has to say that, right?

Bond used the current line of Xbox marketing spiel to further promote the Xbox Ally X:

You should be able to access it from anywhere and play any game with anyone, on any device you choose.

We want to make sure that people have a choice.

We’re offering something for everyone. For serious gamers who always want the newest technology and the best performance, we have top-of-the-line options. And for those who want to play PC games on the go – whether they’re casual or dedicated players – Xbox Ally is a great choice.

Are you considering buying the ASUS ROG Ally X? Do you think it’s priced fairly, or are you hoping for a discount? Share your thoughts on the TopMob Discord server!

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2025-10-20 21:48