Asus ROG Ally X: The next level in handheld gaming or just a minor upgrade?

Better cooling translates to better performance, and this is particularly important for a handheld device like the ROG Ally X that packs serious power.

Asus ROG Ally X gaming handheld. Picture: Noel Campion.

Asus has refreshed its popular ROG Ally handheld gaming device with a new version, the ROG Ally X. Whether you’re new to the ROG Ally series or already own the original, the question remains: Is the ROG Ally X worth the investment, or is it just a subtle upgrade? I spent the past few weeks putting this device through its paces.

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