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 Cyber Monday deals in full swing, there are plenty of deals going on that will benefit either handheld. Without further ado, here are the seven best gaming handheld accessory deals that work for both Steam Deck and ROG Ally.
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WD_BLACK SN770M NVMe 1TB SSD: was
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JSAUX Docking Station: was
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Wireless Xbox Controller: was
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Tomtoc Arccos-G47 Carrying Case: was
$52.99now $34.99 at Tomtoc - ASUS ROG 65W Charger Dock: $64.99 at Best Buy
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Anker PowerCore with Wall Charger: was
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HyperX Cloud III Wireless: was
$169.99now $129.99 at Best Buy
More great Cyber Monday deals
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- HP: Up to 84% of select HP Windows PCs and accessories
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- Razer: Up to 43% off laptops and accessories with free gifts
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Top individual deals:
- Xbox Series X + Diablo IV + free $75 Target gift card for
$634.99$449.99 at Target - Samsung T9 4TB Portable SSD for
$439.99$249.99 at Best Buy - Xbox Stereo Headset — 20th Anniversary for
$69.99$46.29 at Walmart - Xbox Series X + Diablo IV + Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III for
$639.99$489 at Walmart - TP-Link Deco X55 Wi-Fi mesh 3-pack for
$229.99$179.99 at Amazon - Razer Wolverine V2 Chroma for
$149.99$89.99 at Best Buy - Xbox Series X + $50 Best Buy gift card for
$549.99$399.99 at Best Buy for Plus/Total members - HP OMEN 27qs for
$429.99$299.99 at Best Buy - HyperX Cloud III Wireless for
$169.99$129.99 at Best Buy - Xbox Series S + 3-months Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for
$299.99$249 at Walmart - Lenovo LOQ Tower (17IRB8) + 3-months Xbox Game Pass Ultimate from
$1,029.99$749.99 at Lenovo - HP OMEN 34c for
$479.99$329.99 at Best Buy - Samsung ViewFinity S9 5K 27-inch monitor for
$1,599.99$1,299.99 at Best Buy
- Xbox Series X + Diablo IV + free $75 Target gift card for
The right accessories can improve your Steam Deck or ROG Ally experience
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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.
