How the Switch 2 compares to the ROG Ally
The Nintendo Switch 2 has entered the ring, possibly complicating your decision of which handheld to buy this year. While Nintendoâs new console, which comes out on June 5th, may seem similar to handheld gaming PCs like the Steam Deck and Asus ROG Ally, thereâs a lot that sets them apart. Everything like how you buy and play games, their control methods, how powerful they are, and how you can expand their storage makes them different. Unique doesnât always mean âgood,â by the way.
While tech-savvy folks likely understand the key differences between each of the major handhelds, possibly enough to establish a preference, some could use a hand breaking things down. Thatâs exactly what Iâm going to do here, specifically comparing the Switch 2 to the Asus ROG Ally and the Ally X, two of the most popular handheld gaming PCs that arenât a Steam Deck (in small part because theyâre easy to buy at Best Buy). Iâve already compared the Switch 2 to Valveâs console, so my focus here is exclusively on Asusâ consoles that have a dedicated fanbase and some great specs.
Pricing and availability
As mentioned, the Switch 2 will launch on June 5th. Preorders were initially s …