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The video compares the ASUS ROG Ally handheld gaming console to a $700 gaming laptop, emphasizing portability, heat management, gaming performance, noise levels, and special features like FSR 2.1 upscaling. The Ally, powered by the Z1 Extreme chip, showcases superior power efficiency, single-core performance, and upgrade options limited to the 512GB SSD. Notably, the ASUS XG Mobile dock can boost the Ally's capabilities by integrating a powerful Nvidia RTX 4090 mobile GPU. The Ally's small size, touch screen, built-in controller, and impressive battery life make it efficient and convenient. The video suggests that Thunderbolt solutions in typical laptops are less effective compared to the performance and stability offered by the Ally and XG Mobile pairing. Future videos are teased to reveal more about the surprising comparison results with gaming laptops and desktop graphics cards.
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In this segment of the video, the comparison is made between the ASUS ROG Ally handheld gaming console and a $700 gaming laptop. The key points highlighted are:
1. Portability: The ASUS ROG Ally is much smaller and lighter than gaming laptops, making it easier to carry around and use in various places.
2. Heat management: The Ally stays relatively cool even after extended use, while gaming laptops can get hot, especially when placed on surfaces that block the vents.
3. Gaming performance: Both devices run Windows 11, and in tests like Cyberpunk 2077, the Ally performs closely to a $700 gaming laptop with RTX 2050 graphics and outperforms a cheaper GTX 1650 laptop.
4. Noise: The Ally has less fan noise compared to gaming laptops.
5. Additional information about potential better deals on gaming laptops and the Ally’s ability to use features like FSR 2.1 upscaling in supported games.
00:03:00
In this part of the video, the comparison focuses on RTX laptops and AMD’s FSR. The screen size and quality of the Ally laptop are discussed, noting its smaller 7-inch screen but superior display quality compared to other gaming laptops in its price range. The presence of a touch screen and built-in controller in the Ally is highlighted, offering convenience compared to traditional gaming laptops that require additional peripherals. Battery life performance of the Ally is also mentioned, with its smaller 40Wh battery lasting impressively during gaming and other tasks, showcasing its efficiency and portability.
00:06:00
In this segment of the video, the focus is on the Ally laptop powered by the new Z1 Extreme chip, which boasts superior power efficiency and single-core performance compared to other AMD gaming laptops. The Ally’s processor rivals AMD’s desktop Ryzen 7 5700X in performance, allowing it to potentially replace a desktop PC entirely. Upgrade options for the Ally are limited mainly to the 512GB SSD, with the unique ASUS XG Mobile dock offering a significant boost by incorporating a powerful laptop GPU like the Nvidia RTX 4090 mobile GPU. This setup allows the Ally to be transformed into a 4K gaming powerhouse with additional connectivity options, outperforming typical Thunderbolt solutions in stability and performance.
00:09:00
In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses how Thunderbolt is typically less common in cheaper gaming laptops, making using an eGPU for an upgrade unlikely. The combination of Ally and XG Mobile is highlighted as offering impressive performance, with the comparison against gaming laptops and desktop graphics cards teased as being shocking. Viewers are invited to continue watching the next video for more insights into these results.