The base version of the device has been reduced by $100 to $499. As a result, the Asus console is now $50 cheaper than the Steam Deck OLED. The reduction was not an official global decision by the manufacturer, but for some, it's a good time to get a high-performance portable PC for a reasonable price.
Despite the emergence of a more powerful Ally X variant, it still offers specifications that largely surpass Valve's device. The console has a higher screen resolution and more computing power, which provides better performance in demanding games. The VRR technology additionally helps, ensuring smoothness even during FPS drops.
One of the main advantages remains full Windows support. This gives access to Xbox, Epic Games Store libraries, and games like Apex Legends, which experience difficulties on Valve's Linux device.
Steam Deck OLED wins in color saturation, but Asus's solution takes the lead in versatility: the device is suitable not only for games but also for working in a familiar PC environment.