These are high-power, high-performance handhelds--but steep pricing and a cluttered UI hold Xbox's first portables back from greatness. All products featured on WIRED are independently selected by our editors. However, when you buy something through our retail links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Cloud gaming works better than ever. Terrible AI "assistant" in Gaming Copilot (but can be turned off).

There's nothing I love more than curling up on the couch with a handheld gaming device. Whether I'm playing an old classic like The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap or a relaxing farming sim like Stardew Valley, it's one of my favorite ways to unwind at the end of the day. Now you can do it for a lot cheaper than before. Best Buy is currently selling the Asus ROG Ally for 399.99, which is 100 off of the new 499.99 and 200 off the original 599 price. In our review of the pricier model, we were impressed with the gaming performance as well as the beautiful 120Hz display.