Recording summary · December 2023
I was SO Wrong about the ROG Ally!
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Overview
Daniel designated the ROG Ally as his main computer and sold his Razer gaming laptop after finding that the handheld satisfies his computing, gaming, live streaming, and video editing needs.
The ROG Ally offers light weight, solid AMD performance, good value, and active ASUS software support, alongside storage expansion considerations and a reported SD card heating defect.
Themes
Portability and hardware comparison between the ROG Ally and the former Razer Blade laptop.
Storage expansion methods and the SD card overheating design flaw.
ASUS software updates providing stability enhancements and gyroscopic control support.
Pricing and value assessment of the ROG Ally relative to gaming laptops and competing handhelds.
Productivity capabilities of the ROG Ally, such as live streaming and rapid video editing export times.
Developments
Daniel met a buyer in Bangkok two days prior and sold his Razer gaming laptop for approximately $500 US.
ASUS recently released an update enabling gyroscopic controls on the ROG Ally.
Uncertainties & gaps
Daniel is uncertain whether his ROG Ally will fry SD cards because he has avoided risking his only card to test the slot.