This $95 ROG Ally X accent is dear, however I prom...

I’ve all the time been obsessive about protecting my gadgets in as pristine situation as potential, whether or not it is my brand-new

iPhone 16 Pro
, expensive Analogue Pocket, or on this case, the

ROG Ally X
. It most likely stems from actually scratching my Recreation Boy Coloration’s display screen as a child (it was a traumatic day I am going to always remember). Whereas my behavior of placing a display screen protector and case on practically every part won’t all the time be the healthiest, even my most moveable gadgets stay in prime form.

Once I obtained my fingers on the ROG Ally X a couple of months in the past, I rapidly began researching circumstances. Regardless of the Ally X being comparatively area of interest, there are extra choices than I anticipated round, together with the Mod Case from Jsaux and the Savage Raven from Skull & Co. I finally landed on dbrand’s sort of expensive Killswitch case as a result of it affords the whole bundle.Analogue Pocket

It could be a bit dearer than I might like, however if you happen to’re seeking to shield your ROG Ally X if you’re on the go, the Killswitch case is by far the most suitable choice on the market.

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Grippy safety that provides options to the powerhouse handheld

The killswitch really makes the ROG Ally X extra snug to carry

Whereas I like the ability and flexibility the ROG Ally X affords, I discover it the least snug of the hand held recreation consoles I’ve used, particularly the Steam Deck. Its arms haven’t got a lot grip to them or prolong very removed from the console. With the Killswitch, that is now not a difficulty because of its grippy rubber and the truth that it makes the Ally X’s arms stick out barely farther. It additionally covers the complete rear of the console, full with a mesh cutout for the Ally X’s sizable followers and M1/M2 again buttons.

On prime of the fan vent is a kickstand that I discover myself utilizing loads in docked mode when the ROG Ally X is sitting in entrance of my TV or if I am gaming on a desk and utilizing an exterior controller. Fortunately, the kickstand feels strong and will be articulated fairly far again. The entrance of the Killswitch has a cutout for the Ally X’s audio system and buttons, however this may be lined by an easy-to-apply pores and skin (extra on this later). My favourite pores and skin dbrand affords is the matte black possibility, however the X-Ray (Darkish), which exhibits off an actual scan of the Ally X’s internals, is fairly neat, too.

Since dbrand permits you to make your individual Killswitch bundle, I opted for the elective Journey Cowl, which snaps over to the display screen, alongside a glass display screen protector. I feel each of those choices are price it, particularly the display screen protector. It is glass and feels very premium, and the snap-on Journey Cowl ensures you do not want a sleeve or different protecting case on your ROG Ally X. Simply snap it on, throw it in a bag, and also you’re good to go.

This is without doubt one of the key advantages of circumstances like this that supply 360-degree safety with minimal extra bulk. There’s one thing to be stated concerning the peace-of-mind that comes from tossing the ROG Ally X in a bag and understanding it’s going to be completely positive. My solely problem with the case is that it’s kind of of a mud and particles magnet. Specifically, the gasket that runs throughout the highest and backside of the console collects numerous particles in a brief interval. Fortunately, in each circumstances, it is simple to scrub off with a barely damp material.

Asus ROG Ally X

Dimensions

11.02 x 4.37 x 0.97-inches (28.0 x 11.1 x 2.47 x 3.69cm)

Variety of Video games Included

Steam, Xbox Recreation Move, Epic Video games Retailer, and extra

Enjoying Time

3-4 hours

Model

Asus

Weight

1.49lbs (678g)

Chipset

AMD Ryzen Z1 Excessive Processor

Develop

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Setup is less complicated than anticipated so long as you are taking your time

Make certain to make use of these pull tabs

A part of what makes dbrand’s Killswitch case so nice is how tight its match is. Nevertheless, this additionally makes it a bit tough to get it on the hand held. Be sure you observe the directions on this video from dbrand to keep away from any potential missteps. My key suggestions are to make use of the pull tabs and guarantee raise the case over the entrance pores and skin so it would not get bunched up on the prime. On that observe, making use of the entrance safety pores and skin is a straightforward course of because of its exact cutouts.

Simply be sure that to easy each side out on the curved edges of the ROG Ally X and make sure the handheld is clear of mud and different particles. The identical goes for the glass display screen protector — so long as the display screen is clear and you are taking your time, it is a fairly straightforward course of (additionally put it on the Ally X earlier than doing anything with the Killswitch package).

So far as all-encompassing circumstances go, dbrand’s Killswitch case is the most effective I have been in a position to match. The match and total build-quality of the case simply cannot be beat if you happen to’re searching for a strong option to shield your ROG Ally X. It could be a bit expensive, however on this case, you undoubtedly get what you pay for.

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