Xbox Ally Handhelds: Release Date and Pre-Order Details Emerge Ahead of Gamescom

A prominent industry leaker has disclosed a prospective retail launch date for the forthcoming ROG Xbox Ally X and standard Xbox Ally PC gaming handhelds, anticipating an official announcement from Microsoft and Asus during this year’s Gamescom event. According to information shared on Dealabs by Billbil-kun – a source with a history of accurate predictions including recent pricing details – both devices are slated to become available in stores on October 20, 2025. Pre-orders are anticipated to commence on August 20, following a live presentation at Gamescom in Cologne, Germany.

The official unveiling and pre-order availability will be confirmed during the Gamescom broadcast, which is scheduled for 2:00 PM BST and expected to include significant details regarding the collaborative handhelds. Microsoft’s presence at Gamescom extends beyond the initial reveal, with live streams planned for both August 20th and 21st.

Previously leaked pricing suggests a tiered structure, positioning these devices within the premium segment of the gaming handheld market. The standard Xbox Ally is reportedly priced at €599 (approximately £520 / $700), while the higher-end Ally X commands a price tag of €899 (£780 / $1,050). This reflects their anticipated high-performance specifications; the Ally X will feature 1TB of SSD storage, an AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme chipset, and 24GB of RAM. The standard model also boasts robust capabilities with a Ryzen Z2 A chipset, 16GB of RAM, and 512GB of storage. Both handhelds share a common attribute: a 7-inch 1080p IPS display supporting refresh rates up to 120Hz. Further insights are expected from Gamescom as T3 reporters attend the event throughout the week.