🎮 Hands-On Unboxing: ROG Ally X — First Impressions!

Hey fam! 👋

It’s your guy P’Nick, and today is one of those days that just feels extra special. I just got my hands on the brand-new ROG Ally X, and I couldn’t wait to tear into the box and share it all with you!

If you missed it, I also filmed a full unboxing video you can catch on the site — but today, I’m breaking it down here for my fam who likes to chill and imagine the excitement with a cup of coffee (or a midnight snack 😅).

📦 First Things First: The Box

Right when you see the packaging, you can tell ASUS means business. The box feels premium — sturdy, clean, and designed with a clear focus on gamers.

The front proudly shows the ROG logo, and the sides hint at some of the Ally X’s beefy new upgrades. It’s the kind of box that feels too nice to throw away — I know I'm keeping mine!

✂️ Let’s Cut It Open: What’s Inside?

Opening the box felt like unlocking a new adventure.Inside, everything was packed safely and neatly:

• The ROG Ally X itself — snug and safe

• A 65W USB-C Power Adapter — perfect for fast charging

• A high-quality USB-C cable

• Warranty papers and quick start guides — (Yes, we all eventually read them 😅)

Simple, clean, and exactly what you need to dive in.

👀 First Look at the Ally X

Fam, this thing looks beautiful.

The new design feels more polished than the original Ally — slightly beefier (in a good way), with better ergonomics and a grip that just feels right.

It’s still rocking that gorgeous 7-inch display, but ASUS didn’t just tweak the outside — under the hood, the Ally X is a whole new beast.

📚 Quick Spec Check — Explained the Fam Way

Here’s a friendly breakdown of what’s inside:

📚 Spec	🎮 What It Means for You
Processor: Upgraded AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme or newer	The brain of the device — keeps your games running fast and looking amazing, even the newest blockbusters.
RAM: 24GB LPDDR5X	Think of RAM like a desk — the bigger it is, the more games and apps you can keep open without slowing down.
Storage: 1TB Gen 4 SSD (upgradable)	Super fast space for your games, apps, and downloads — and you can even upgrade it later if you want!
Display: 7-inch Full HD+ (1080p) IPS touchscreen, 120Hz refresh rate	Crisp, colorful, and super smooth for gaming, movies, and streaming your favorite shows.
Refresh Rate: 120Hz with VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)	Makes sure everything feels silky smooth, even if your frame rate drops during heavy gaming.
Battery: Bigger 80Wh battery	Means more playtime — no more panic hunting for a charger mid-boss fight!
Cooling System: Dual-fan advanced cooling	Keeps the Ally X cool under pressure — even when you're playing the heavy hitters.
Ports: 2x USB-C (one fully Thunderbolt 4 level), microSD slot, audio jack	Plug into anything — TV, monitor, keyboard, mouse, external drive — you name it.
Weight: Slightly heavier than the original Ally (but better balanced!)	Still very portable — a tiny bit heavier, but it feels sturdier in your hands.
Audio: Enhanced stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos	Your games, movies, and music sound more alive, with more rich details and less "flat" noise.

🎮 First Feel in the Hands

Fam... this thing feels amazing.

• The buttons feel clicky but quiet — super satisfying without annoying anyone nearby.

• The joysticks are upgraded — smooth and more precise, with tweaks for better durability (perfect for marathon sessions).

• The body just sits better in your hands — it's one of those devices that makes you wanna keep gaming “just five more minutes” (that somehow turns into five more hours 🫠).

💬 Final First Impressions

My honest take?The ROG Ally X feels like ASUS really listened to everything gamers wanted from the original Ally — and delivered!

It’s not just a minor upgrade — it’s a real level up across the board. Better battery, better controls, better cooling, better feel.I can't wait to dive deeper into performance tests, settings tweaks, and see just how far we can push this thing!

Expect a full hands-on performance review soon — you know I gotta put it through its paces! 🕹️

📣 Let's Chat!

Now I gotta ask you: If you could create your dream handheld, what would YOU want to see?OLED screen? Bigger battery? Detachable controllers? Maybe something we haven't even thought of yet?

👉 Come tell me all about it in our ASUS forum space อาเทรียมของ ASUS Atrium! I’m all ears — and honestly, your ideas might even inspire my next build guide!

Until next time

P’Nick. 🎮✨

Stay awesome, and keep gaming wherever life takes you!