| Name | Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme | Valve Steam Deck OLED |
|---|---|---|
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| MSRP | $649.99 | $549 |
| Released | 2023 | 2023 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Check price: | Asus, Amazon | Steampowered, Amazon |
| Operating system | ||
| Operating system & version | Windows 11 Home | SteamOS 3 |
| Display specifications | ||
| Display type | IPS LCD | OLED |
| Display size (inch) | 7.0″ | 7.4″ |
| Resolution (pixels W×H) | 1920×1080 | 1280×800 |
| Refresh rate (max) | 120 Hz | 90 Hz |
| Variable refresh rate (VRR)? | Yes, FreeSync Premium | No |
| Brightness (max) | 500 nits | 1000 nits |
| Brightness auto-adjust? | ❌ | ✔ |
| Touchscreen | ✔ | ✔ |
| Processing & performance hardware | ||
| CPU | AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme | Custom AMD Zen 2 |
| CPU speed (max) | 5.1 GHz | 3.5 GHz |
| CPU cores | 8 | 4 |
| GPU | RDNA 3 | RDNA 2 |
| GPU speed (max) | 2.7 GHz max | 1.6 GHz max |
| GPU cores | 12 cores | 8 cores |
| RAM (options) | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| RAM speed | 6400 MT/s | 6400 MT/s |
| Storage space | ||
| Internal storage options (GB) | 512 | 512 | 1TB (+$100) |
| Storage type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Form factor (SSD) | M.2 2230 | M.2 2230 |
| MicroSD card slot? | Yes; UHS-II | Yes; UHS-I |
| Other built-in hardware | ||
| Microphone? | ✔ | ✔ 2× |
| Speakers? | ✔ 2× | ✔ 2× |
| Haptics? (vibration motors) | ✔ HD haptics | ✔ HD haptics |
| Light sensor? | ✔ | ✔ Dual |
| Webcam? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.3 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Cellular network | ❌ | ❌ |
| Ports | ||
| USB-C (charging) port | 1× USB-C 3.2 | 1× USB-C 3.2 |
| USB-A port? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Headphone jack? (3.5 mm AUX out) | ✔ | ✔ |
| Video out? | DisplayPort via USB-C | DisplayPort via USB-C, 8K/60Hz, 4K/120Hz |
| Other ports | ROG XG Mobile Interface | None |
| Battery | ||
| Charging speed (max) | 65 W | 45 W |
| Battery capacity | 40 Wh | 50 Wh |
| Hours of battery life (as specified) | not specified | 3-12 h |
| Buttons & controls | ||
| Thumbsticks? | ✔ (offset) | ✔ (parallel) |
| ABXY buttons? | ✔ | ✔ |
| D-pad? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Triggers? (LT & RT) | ✔ | ✔ |
| Bumpers (LB & RB) | ✔ | ✔ |
| View & menu button | ✔ | ✔ |
| Gyro controls? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Trackpad? | ❌ | ✔ 2× 3.25 cm |
| Programmable buttons? | Yes, 2× (back) | Yes, 4× (back): R4, R5, L4, L5 |
| Volume up/down button? | ❌ | ✔ |
| Fingerprint sensor? | ✔ | ❌ |
| Built-in keyboard? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other buttons: | Command Center button, Armoury Crate button | Steam-button, Quick access |
| Physical specifications | ||
| Detachable controllers? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Stand? | Yes, included | ❌ |
| Lights? (RGB) | Yes, RGB rings (thumbsticks) | ❌ |
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 11.1×28.0×3.24 | 11.7×29.8×4.9 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 4.37×11.02×1.28 | 4.6×11.7×1.9 |
| Weight (gram): | 608 | 640 |
| Weight (lbs): | 1.34 | 1.41 |
| Color options: | White | Black, white |
| More information | ||
| Accessories in the box | 65W power adapter, tabletop stand | Carrying case, 45W power supply (2.5m cable) |
| Model number | 90NV0GY1-M00040, RC71L-ALLY.Z1X_512 | 1030 |
| User guide / manual | User manual | Not available |
| Official site link: | Asus.com | Steampowered |
| Check price & reviews | ||
| See price and reviews: | Asus, Amazon | Steampowered, Amazon |
ROG Ally Z1 Extreme vs Steam Deck OLED
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Key differences
The Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme costs $101 more ($649.99 vs $549), has a higher refresh rate (120 Hz vs 90 Hz), charges faster (65 W vs 45 W) and is lighter (608 g vs 640 g).
The Valve Steam Deck OLED has a larger display (7.4″ vs 7.0″), has a brighter display (1000 nits vs 500 nits) and has a larger battery (50 Wh vs 40 Wh).
Only on the Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme: variable refresh rate (FreeSync Premium), fingerprint sensor, stand (included) and lights (RGB rings, thumbsticks).
Only on the Valve Steam Deck OLED: brightness auto-adjust, trackpad (2× 3.25 cm) and volume up/down button.
Other differences: operating system & version (Windows 11 Home vs SteamOS 3), display type (IPS LCD vs OLED), CPU (AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme vs Custom AMD Zen 2) and Bluetooth (5.2 vs 5.3). Both have 16 GB of RAM.
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