{
  "id": 10521419,
  "title": "The Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme Handheld Gaming PC Drops to $424, Still One of the More Powerful Options",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/28/the-asus-rog-ally-z1-extreme-handheld-gaming-pc-drops-to-424-still",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-28T18:50:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "IGN",
    "slug": "ign",
    "url": "https://www.ign.com/articles/asus-rog-ally-z1-extreme-handheld-gaming-pc-deal-september-2026"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme, a premium handheld gaming PC, has been discounted to $424, making it one of the most powerful options on the market. Woot is currently offering a Grade A refurbished version of the device for this price, with an additional 20% off for existing customers, or 30% off for first-time buyers. The deal includes a 90-day Woot warranty.\n\nThe ROG Ally has been on the market since 2023, but it remains a top choice among handheld gaming PCs. This particular model boasts an AMD Zen 4 based Z1 Extreme CPU, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD, setting it apart from similarly priced competitors like the Steam Deck, Xbox Ally, and Legion Go S. The only APU that outperforms the Z1 Extreme is the Z2 Extreme, which is found in gaming handhelds costing $1,000 or more.\n\nThe device features a 7-inch screen with a 1080p resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate, providing an immersive gaming experience. IGN's Jackie Thomas recently praised the ROG Ally as a superior alternative to the Steam Deck, recommending it for those seeking a more powerful handheld gaming PC at a lower price. IGN Deals, a team with over 30 years of combined experience in finding the best discounts and preorders online, has compiled this offer.",
  "summary": "Grade A refurbished with 90-day warranty.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}