The wait is over. Starting today, players in 38 countries can pre-order the ROG Xbox Ally X and ROG Xbox Ally. The two handhelds are designed to bring your entire game library wherever you go. Both combine ASUS hardware, Windows flexibility, and Xbox’s console-inspired experience, so your games, friends, and saves are never out of reach.

Global launch is set for October 16, with two versions available:

• ROG Xbox Ally X – US$999.99 (ERP). The high-performance option powered by a Ryzen Z2 Extreme chip, with 24GB of memory and 1TB of storage.
• ROG Xbox Ally – US$599.99 (ERP). The more accessible model running a Ryzen Z2A chip, 16GB of memory, and 512GB of storage.

Pre-orders are live in markets including the U.S., U.K., Japan, Germany, and more, with eight additional regions joining on launch day: Egypt, Greece, Hungary, Indonesia, Slovenia, South Africa, Thailand, and Ukraine. Players can order through Xbox, Microsoft Store (U.S.), ASUS eshop, and select retailers.

First touch at gamescom 2025

We first tried the Xbox Ally X at gamescom this year. At a glance, the footprint isn’t too far off from the ROG Ally, but the handgrips immediately stand out. Are they more ergonomic? Somewhat. They sit nicely in your palms, though the wraparound grip felt a little awkward at first touch — nothing a few hours of gaming won’t smooth out.

Weight-wise, it’s lighter than expected. Performance-wise, not so much — in a good way. We played Forza Horizon 5 and it looked and played fantastic on the Ally X.

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What to expect on handheld Xbox

Both models are designed to deliver a console-like Xbox experience on the go:

• Boot straight into an Xbox full-screen mode, optimized for handheld play.
• A dedicated Xbox button for the new Game Bar overlay on Windows 11.
• An aggregated library with access to Xbox, Game Pass, Battle.net, and other PC stores.
• Controller-inspired grips for longer play sessions.
• Three months of Xbox Game Pass included with every device.

Xbox has also introduced a Handheld Compatibility Program, marking thousands of titles as optimized or mostly compatible at launch. Between native play, remote play from your console, and Xbox Cloud Gaming, the Ally X and Ally cover just about every way you’d want to play.

Accessories coming at launch

Alongside the handhelds, ASUS and Xbox are also rolling out official accessories, including high-speed SanDisk microSD cards (up to 2TB), Seagate FireCuda 530R SSDs (up to 4TB), and a co-branded premium carrying casedesigned for the Ally.

ROG Xbox Ally X: Ryzen Z2 Extreme, 24GB Memory, 1TB Storage

ROG Xbox Ally: Ryzen Z2A, 16GB Memory, 512GB Storage

The Xiaomi 17 and 17 Pro series were all announced today in China.

Without context, this is much like any other phone announcement.

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But, in the grand scheme of things, Xiaomi’s latest announcement just came in a day after the awfully-named (and very mouthful) Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 unveiling at the Snapdragon Summit in Hawaii.

To make it more odd, the Xiaomi 15T and 15T Pro global launch in Munich, Germany was also just a day ahead prior to this Mainland-exclusive launch.

Even weirder, they skipped the 16 lineup altogether.

So… where’s the Xiaomi 16?

Xiaomi was upfront with this change.

Skipping “16” was their strategic shift to directly rival the recently-announced iPhone 17 lineup. And if you thought it stops there, you’re wrong.

For the first time in forever, Xiaomi debuts their very first “Pro Max” model (not replacing the already-existing Ultra flagship).

To make the upfront rivalry more dramatic, both models of the Xiaomi 17 Pro series looked like the iPhone 17 Pro on steroids.

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Like Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max, the all-new Xiaomi 17 Pro and Pro Max all have a “plateau”-like camera bar up top.

However, Xiaomi takes it to the next level by placing a 2.9-inch AMOLED 120Hz display on that cutout.

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It’s like the MIX Flip 2’s cover display was transplanted onto both the 17 Pro and Pro Max models.

Much like any other flip cover screen, it functions as a digital watch, a selfie mirror, even widgets that you can fiddle every once in a while.

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Xiaomi even sells an optional Game Boy-like Retro Handheld case for CNY 299 just so you can play games on that mini screen.

Base, Pro, Pro Max

The main differentiating factor of the Xiaomi 17 and 17 Pro series are their display sizes: Both the base and Pro models have smaller screens at 6.3 inches. The difference? base has OLED, Pro has AMOLED.

Meanwhile. the 17 Pro Max, as expected, directly competes against Apple’s offering with its ginormous 6.9-inch AMOLED panel.

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That’s protected by Xiaomi’s Longjing Glass 3.0 whereas the other two only have the first-gen glass protection.

All of them have second-gen LIPO screen technology which makes their bezels ultra-narrow at impossibly 1.18mm.

There’s also 1.5K resolution, adaptive 1~120Hz refresh rate, DC Dimming, and 1 nit ultra-low to 3500 nits max brightness. DCI-P3 wide color gamut is highly-accurate backed by HDR10+ and Dolby Vision certifications.

Speaking of, there are the Dolby Atmos-powered stereo speakers complemented by Hi-Res Audio and Snapdragon Sound support.

The bigger the size, the bigger the battery is.

Obviously, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max possesses the largest at 7500mAh. Weird enough, the vanilla Xiaomi 17 has a bigger 7000mAh capacity  than 17 Pro’s 6300mAh battery.

Phones can then be topped up via Xiaomi’s 100W HyperCharge + 50W wireless HyperCharge standard.

Lastly, all three models have triple rear 50MP Leica Camera + Summilux optics with varying differences in hardware:

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max’s Super Concentration Periscope Telephoto

All phones can record up to 8K / 30fps with only the Pro series being able to shoot 4K / 120fps.

The Elite headliner

Even though Xiaomi has managed to pull off the XRING O1 as its first in-house chipset, it’s not the SoC that powers Xiaomi’s latest flagships.

And unlike last year where the realme GT 7 Pro headlined the Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, Xiaomi’s 17 series rocks the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip first in line. That’s regardless if you get the basic or Pro variants.

And as coincidental as it seems, both Qualcomm and Xiaomi made the bold move of skipping numbers: Xiaomi 17 instead of Xiaomi 16; Elite Gen 5 instead of Gen 4 (although Elite 2 would have sounded so much better IMHO).

That’s paired by either 12 or 16GB of LPDDR5X memory together with up to 512GB/1TB UFS 4.0 storage options.

No one gets left behind as all phones boast IP68 water and dust resistance rating for utmost protection against dust, splashes, rain, and water immersion.

All of them also run Xiaomi’s latest HyperOS 3.0 with smarter and more powerful AI tools in mind.

Despite rivaling Apple’s latest iPhone 17, the new update makes pairing seamless to Apple devices. Regardless if it’s an iPhone, iPad, or Mac.

Pricing and Availability

The hero colors of the Xiaomi 17 are the Snow Mountain Powder and Icemelt Blue.

Meanwhile, the Xiaomi 17 Pro series highlights its Morino Green and Coldsmoke Purple colorways.

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If you want classic choice, they’re still being offered in Black and White.

Specific pricing and configurations are as follows:

Xiaomi 17

• 12+256GB = CNY 4499 (US$ 630 / EUR 540 / GBP 470 / SG$ 810 / MYR 2660 / PhP 36,280 / INR 56,000)
• 12+512GB = CNY 4799 (US$ 670 / EUR 570 / GBP 500 / SG$ 870 / MYR 2840 / PhP 38,700 / INR 59,730)
• 16+512GB = CNY 4999 (US$ 700 / EUR 600 / GBP 520 / SG$ 900 / MYR 2960 / PhP 40,315 / INR 62,220)

Xiaomi17 Pro

• 12+256GB = CNY 4999 (US$ 700 / EUR 600 / GBP 520 / SG$ 900 / MYR 2960 / PhP 40,315 / INR 62,220)
• 12+512GB = CNY 5299 (US$ 745 / EUR 635 / GBP 560 / SG$ 960 / MYR 3130 / PhP 42,730 / INR 65,950)
• 16+512GB = CNY 5599 (US$ 785 / EUR 670 / GBP 580 / SG$ 1010 / MYR 3300 / PhP 45,150 / INR 69,690)
• 16+1TB = CNY 5999 (US$ 840 / EUR 715 / GBP 625 / SG$ 1085 / MYR 3550 / PhP 48,380 / INR 74,670)

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max

• 12+512GB = CNY 5999 (US$ 840 / EUR 715 / GBP 625 / SG$ 1085 / MYR 3550 / PhP 48,380 / INR 74,670)
• 16+512GB = CNY 6299 (US$ 880 / EUR 750 / GBP 660 / SG$ 1140 / MYR 3720 / PhP 50,800 / INR 78,400)
• 16+1TB = CNY 6999 (US$ 980 / EUR 835 / GBP 730 / SG$ 1260 / MYR 4130 / PhP 56,440 / INR 87,110)

* These are just approximate, rounded-off price conversions

Again, global availability has not been announced. But looking at the past, Xiaomi always reveals their latest flagships to the world during the start of the year. We should expect them to hit international shelves by early 2026.

The Xiaomi 15T Series and Xiaomi’s latest AIoT devices are quick to roll out in several markets.

The Xiaomi 15T and Xiaomi 15T Pro are now both official in the Philippines, just a day after its global launch.

Xiaomi’s latest flagships come in two configurations (256GB, 512GB) and at affordable starting price points of PhP 26,999 for the 15T and PhP 37,999 for the 15T Pro.

The preorder period is from September 26 to October 9. Customers will also get a free Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro for in-store orders.

The two latest handsets promise flagship performance, AI capabilities, and new features.

They run on the latest Xiaomi HyperOS 3, have Leica cameras, immersive displays, advanced connectivity, fast charging, and more.

Here’s a quick rundown of their specs and features:

Xiaomi 15T Pro

• Black, Gray, Mocha Gold
• MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ processor, 3nm, up to 3.73GHz
• 12GB+256GB, 12GB+512GB
• 5,500mAh battery with 90W HyperCharge, 50W wireless HyperCharge
• 6.83-inch 144Hz AMOLED display
• Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0
• Dual SIM and eSIM support

Xiaomi 15T

• Black, Gray, Rose Gold
• MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra, 4nm, up to 3.25GHz
• 12GB+256GB, 12GB+512GB
• 5,500mAh battery with 67W HyperCharge
• 6.83-inch 120Hz AMOLED display
• Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 6.0
• Dual SIM with eSIM support

Leica cameras

Meanwhile, here are the cameras installed on each variant:

Xiaomi 15T Pro

• 50MP f/1.62 Leica 23mm main camera OIS
• 50MP f/3.0 Leica 115mm super telephoto camera OIS
• 12MP f/2.2 15mm Leica ultra-wide camera, 120° FOV
• 32MP f/2.2 front camera

Xiaomi 15T

• 50MP f/1.7 Leica 23mm main camera OIS
• 50MP f/1.9 Leica 46mm telephoto camera
• 12MP f/2.2 15mm Leica ultra-wide camera, 120° FOV
• 32MP f/2.2 front camera

On the audiovisual side, both phones’ displays feature Corning Gorilla Glass 7i protection, 447ppi pixel density, DCI-P3 color gamut, and HDR10+. These panels also come with a handful of TÜV Rheinland certifications. The phones are also IP68 rated.

Moreover, the phones also both support Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos and are Hi-Res and Hi-Res Wireless certified.

Xiaomi Astral Communication

The Xiaomi 15T Series introduces Xiaomi Astral Communication, which is a suite of enhanced features to provide users extra peace of mind.

One such feature is Xiaomi Offline Communication, which makes its debut for this series. It allows communication between 15T devices up to 1.9 kilometers apart (15T Pro) without cellular or Wi-Fi networks for reliable contact. Super Antenna Array reinforces this innovation.

Xiaomi HyperOS 3

The latest version of Xiaomi’s OS comes with a slew of upgrades. It will roll out to several devices starting next month.

Aside from a refreshed look, it is meant to give users a more intuitive experience.

A new feature is Xiaomi HyperIsland for improved multitasking and dynamic notifications.

It’s also designed so users can access apps quicker and more seamlessly.

Moreover, HyperOS 3 features better interconnectivity across Xiaomi’s entire ecosystem of product offerings and beyond.

New features include synchronized screen unlocking, Touch to Share, screen casting, and more.

These support interconnectivity even with iPhones, iPads, and MacBooks, giving users easier ways to transfer files or utilize multiple devices.

Furthermore, Xiaomi HyperAI also received improvements across Text, Speech, Search, and Image areas.

AI powers several features like DeepThink Mode, Speech recognition, Voice enhancement, AI search, Gallery search, AI Dynamic Wallpapers, and more, so users can carry out tasks more efficiently and smartly, whatever they may be.

Xiaomi Gold Collection

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On top of the new Xiaomi 15T Series, the company also launched new AIoT devices spanning the Smart Home, Wearables, and Entertainment categories.

A definite highlight was the Xiaomi Gold Collection. Comprised of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, Xiaomi Smart Band 10 Glimmer Edition, and OpenWear Stereo Pro, these new accessories and wearables come in stylish colorways that complement the Mocha Gold and Rose Gold variants of the 15T Series models.

These join several other new offerings, including Xiaomi’s first flagship mini tablet, the Xiaomi Pad Mini, and its smart cameras.