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ASUS ROG gaming laptops show a computer is more than its components
The ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 gaming laptop is highlighted as an exemplar of comprehensive design, emphasizing that a computer's performance extends beyond individual components. It showcases advanced thermal management and component integration to maximize gaming and demanding workloads like AI and 3D rendering.
The OLED ROG Xbox Ally X20 starts at $1,299
ASUS has opened pre-orders for the OLED ROG Ally X20 handheld PC, a collaboration with Xbox, set to release on October 15, 2026. Priced at $1,299, this iteration features a 7.4-inch 1080p OLED display and marks the 20th anniversary of ASUS's Republic of Gamers brand.
Asus ROG celebrated its 20th birthday in style at Computex with two of the most crowded booths at the entire show, and…
Asus's Republic of Gamers (ROG) brand celebrated its 20th anniversary at Computex with a significant presence, showcasing new and updated gaming hardware. Highlights included the 20th Anniversary ROG Destrier chair, ROG-certified DDR5 RAM, a bundle for the Asus ROG Ally X with AR glasses, the ROG G1000 desktop with holographic fans, and special edition mouse and keyboard accessories.
As if ROG Astral 50-series graphics cards could get any beefier, Asus has just announced a CHONKY anniversary update
Asus has unveiled the ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5090 Edition 20, a special anniversary update for its graphics card line. This limited-edition GPU features a curved AMOLED display and a quad-fan design for improved airflow, celebrating the Republic of Gamers sub-brand's 20th anniversary. Pricing and a firm release window have not yet been announced, but it is expected to be a premium, limited-time offering.
The Asus ROG Xbox Ally X20 comes with some AR glasses and more terrible naming
Asus has announced the Asus ROG Xbox Ally X20, an OLED-equipped version of its handheld gaming PC, featuring a larger 7.4-inch 1080p 120Hz display with 1400 nits peak brightness and Dolby Vision support. It is powered by an AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme processor with 24GB RAM and 1TB storage, and includes a new transforming D-pad and improved controls. The device will be bundled with ROG XREAL R1 Edition 20 Gaming AR Glasses.
The Asus Xbox Ally X just got a massive screen upgrade, days after the Steam Deck OLED price rise
Asus has unveiled the Xbox Ally X20, a special edition handheld celebrating 20 years of Republic of Gamers. This new model features a slightly larger 7.4-inch OLED display, a translucent chassis with gold accents, and comes bundled with ROG XREAL R1 Edition 20 Gaming AR glasses. While it shares the same AMD Ryzen AI Z2 processor and 24GB of RAM as the original, the X20 boasts a redesigned cooling system and new joystick technology.
Asus Unveils ROG XBOX Ally X20 With OLED Display, TMR Joysticks
Asus has unveiled the ASUS ROG Ally X20, an updated version of its handheld gaming PC featuring an OLED display and TMR joysticks. The X20 will be bundled with ROG XREAL R1 Edition 20 AR glasses to celebrate the Republic of Gamers brand's 20th anniversary. While it shares the same AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme chip and 1TB storage as its predecessor, the new OLED screen is larger at 7.4 inches and boasts a 120Hz refresh rate and 1400 nits peak brightness.
Asus sure is picking its moment to launch its first-ever RAM kit, and ROG motherboards can reportedly unlock more…
Asus has launched its first-ever Republic of Gamers (ROG) branded DDR5 RAM kit, celebrating 20 years of the ROG brand. The 48GB kit, developed with BIWIN and using SK Hynix memory, is clocked at 6000MT/s and will retail for $880. A specialized ROG mode for Asus ROG motherboards will allow users to unlock performance up to DDR5-8000.
ROG Masters, A Tournament For Those Who Dare At Game Con Canada 2026
Republic of Gamers (ROG) by ASUS is hosting the ROG Masters North America 2026 tournament, celebrating its 20th anniversary with VALORANT and Street Fighter 6 competitions. The event features a $10,000 USD prize pool, with qualifiers from May 30-31 and finals held live at Game Con Canada on June 21 in Edmonton, Alberta. The tournament aims to bring the gaming community together, with free agent registration available for VALORANT.
Asus ROG Cetra Open wireless gaming earbuds are as comfortable as they are flashy, but the audio sadly misses the mark
The Asus ROG Cetra Open Wireless Gaming Earbuds offer exceptional comfort and a flashy design, but their audio performance, particularly in bass and mid-range frequencies, falls short of expectations. While they are compatible with multiple platforms like the PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch, and feature a convenient passthrough charging dongle, the sound quality does not justify the premium price point.
