The Steam Deck and ROG Ally are both fantastic gaming handhelds, each with their own advantages and disadvantages. But thanks to their relatively similar shape and designs, many of the same accessories can be used on either device. With Black Friday in full swing, there are plenty of deals going on that will benefit either handheld. Without further ado, here are the 7 best gaming handheld accessory deals that work for both Steam Deck and ROG Ally.
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The right accessories can improve your Steam Deck or ROG Ally experience
ROG Ally and Steam Deck are very different when it comes to performance and what they are designed to do out of the box. However, they’re still similar enough that many of the same accessories can be used on either gaming handheld. One of the accessories I’ve appreciated the most is the WD_BLACK SN770M NVMe SSD, which is available in either 500GB, 1TB, or 2TB. It’s easy to install on either device and is especially helpful for getting around the microSD malfunction issue that the ROG Ally can experience.
Outside of that, I really appreciate having the JSAUX Docking Station for when I’m in the mood to play my PC games on my big OLED TV. 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. Of course, I can’t really play in this TV mode without my favorite wireless Xbox Controller and there are so many different colors at a low discount right now that you can get the color you want best.
Outside of those accessories, I really love having my Arccos over-the-shoulder carrying bag, which is large enough to accommodate either my Steam Deck or ROG Ally (or any of the other best gaming handhelds that are smaller in shape). There’s plenty of space and pockets for carrying accessories such as the charging cable, controller, and earbuds in the bag as well, so it’s perfect for travel.
Steam Deck & ROG Ally FAQ
Is Steam Deck as good as a gaming PC?
The Steam Deck isn’t nearly as powerful as a gaming laptop or gaming desktop, but it provides a convenient way to play in handheld mode that many consumers have found to be very appealing. Resolution-wise, the Steam Deck only reaches 720p and the semi-custom AMD Zen 2 processor isn’t nearly as strong as a regular gaming GPU. But it runs compatible Steam games smoothly and has good ratings across critics and consumers alike.
What games can I play on Steam Deck?
Steam Deck uses a custom SteamOS that’s designed to specifically play Steam Games made compatible for the handheld. You can check any game’s page on Steam to see if it has been marked as “Verified” or “Playable” on Steam Deck.
Is Steam Deck better than ROG Ally?
This is really a matter of opinion. Steam Deck is somewhat limited out of the box and doesn’t have nearly the performance of the more powerful, Windows-11-running ROG Ally. However, Linux fans and people who primarily play on Steam really like the handheld. It’s also a lot less expensive than ROG Ally, where the Steam Deck has a starting price of $399.99 whereas the ROG Ally starts at a $599.99 price point.
Can ROG Ally run Steam?
Yes. ROG Ally is basically a small gaming laptop with controllers attached. Since it runs Windows 11, it can easily access just about any gaming service including Steam, Battle.net, Epic Games Store, Xbox Game Pass, and more.
