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The Steam Deck and ROG Ally are both fantastic gaming handhelds, each with their own advantages and disadvantages.

So it was very exciting when the company released its line of SN770M NVMe SSDs intended for gaming handhelds.

WD_BLACK SN770M NVMe 1TB SSD: was $129.99 now $109.99 at Best Buy ($20 off)

These come in three sizes 500GB, 1TB, or 2TB and they’re all currently on sale.

These SSDs are specifically marketed as storage devices for Steam Deck and ROG Ally.

Also, people who want an alternative to microSD cards.

JSAUX Docking Station: was $49.99 now $33.99 at JSAUX ($16 off)

This is how I played the majority of my first Baldur’s Gate 3 playthrough.

Perfect for:Anyone who wants to play PC games from their handheld on a TV or gaming monitor.

Avoid it if:You only want to play in handheld mode or want a dock with more ports.

Wireless Xbox Series X|S Controller: was $69.99  now $52.82 at Walmart ($7.17 off)

JSAUX has more options to choose from, but this one is more affordable.

Price check:$39.99 at Amazon

Our experience:JSAUX Steam Deck dock review: Why pay more?

Many people think that Xbox Wireless controllers are the best gamepads out there.

Tomtoc Arccos-G47 Carrying Case: was $52.99  now $34.99 at Tomtoc ($18 off)

Perfect for:People who prefer to play with controllers and have a docking station for their handheld.

I’ve personally tested this out and can verify that both devices fit well in this bag.

It also provides plenty of space and zippered pockets for toting around charging cables or other accessories.

ASUS ROG 65W Charger Dock: $64.99 at Best Buy

It’s honestly a really great option for either handheld.

Perfect for:Toting around Steam Deck or ROG Ally along with various accessories.

Avoid it if:You want a fancier battery pack with a display on it.

Anker PowerCore with Wall Charger: was $149.99  now $99.99 at Amazon ($40 off)

The microphone carries my voice clearly while the speakers in the earphones provide very good sound quality.

It’s very well-priced for the experience it provides.

Avoid it if:You want a cheaper option or specifically want an expensive Hi-Res Audio headset.

HyperX Cloud III Wireless: was $169.99  now $101.99 at Amazon ($68 off)

However, they’re still similar enough that many of the same accessories can be used on eithergaming handheld.

The dock is very easy to set up and it fits both the ROG Ally and the Steam Deck.

Those ports also make it simple to connect other accessories like wireless gaming mice via a dongle.

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Steam Deck & ROG Ally FAQ

Is Steam Deck as good as a gaming PC?

But it runs compatible Steam games smoothly and has good ratings across critics and consumers alike.

What games can I play on Steam Deck?

ROG Ally X vs ROG Ally displays.

Steam Deck uses a custom SteamOS that’s designed to specifically play Steam Games made compatible for the handheld.

Is Steam Deck better than ROG Ally?

This is really a matter of opinion.

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However, Linux fans and people who primarily play on Steam really like the handheld.

Can ROG Ally run Steam?

ROG Ally is basically a small gaming laptop with controllers attached.

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The ASUS ROG Ally X and a power adapter

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