ASUS ROG Ally vs Dell G16 (2024)
The Verdict
ASUS ROG Ally and Dell G16 (2024) serve fundamentally different purposes, making direct comparison challenging. ROG Ally is a handheld gaming device with a 7-inch 1920x1080 120Hz display, AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme processor, and exceptional portability at 608g, though battery life ranges from 1.5-7 hours depending on workload. Dell G16 is a traditional 16-inch gaming laptop featuring a superior 2560x1600 240Hz QHD+ display, Intel Core i7-14700HX with 20 cores, significantly better ports (3 USB-A, Thunderbolt 3), and stronger sustained performance for demanding titles. G16's 2.82kg weight sacrifices mobility but delivers desktop-class gaming and productivity. For portable handheld gaming with decent performance, choose Ally. For serious gaming, streaming, and content creation requiring sustained power and larger screen real estate, G16 is the clear winner despite its $500 premium and bulk.
Who Should Buy
Buy the ASUS ROG Ally if…
- →Ryzen Z1 Extreme with RDNA 3 GPU outperforms Steam Deck in raw power
- →Full 1080p IPS display at 120Hz for sharper and smoother gaming
- →Windows 11 gives access to all PC game stores and launchers
Buy the Dell G16 (2024) if…
- →RTX 4060 delivers solid 1440p gaming performance
- →240Hz QHD+ display is smooth for fast-paced games
- →Affordable entry into Core i7-HX gaming laptops
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
ASUS ROG Ally
Pros
- Ryzen Z1 Extreme with RDNA 3 GPU outperforms Steam Deck in raw power
- Full 1080p IPS display at 120Hz for sharper and smoother gaming
- Windows 11 gives access to all PC game stores and launchers
- Lighter at 608 g compared to the Steam Deck
- MicroSD expansion for extra game storage
Cons
- 40 Wh battery provides very poor endurance — as low as 1.5 hours
- Windows 11 is not optimized for handheld — requires workarounds
- Only one USB-C port limits simultaneous charging and peripherals
- No OLED — IPS LCD has weaker contrast and no true blacks
- Fan noise is loud under heavy gaming loads
Dell G16 (2024)
Pros
- RTX 4060 delivers solid 1440p gaming performance
- 240Hz QHD+ display is smooth for fast-paced games
- Affordable entry into Core i7-HX gaming laptops
- Generous USB-A and full-size SD card port
- Upgradeable RAM and SSD
Cons
- Heavy at 2.82 kg with a large power brick
- Display brightness of 300 nits is mediocre
- Battery drains in around 6 hours under light use
- Plastic chassis feels less premium
- Fans get loud under gaming load
Full Specifications
| Spec | ASUS ROG Ally | Dell G16 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 608 g | 2.82 kg |
| Material | Plastic chassis | Plastic with matte finish |
| Dimensions | 280.0 x 111.4 x 32.4 mm | 365.0 x 272.6 x 24.9 mm |
| Ports | ||
| USB-C ports | 1 | 1 |
| Microsd | — | |
| Headphone Jack | — | |
| HDMI | — | 1 |
| USB-A ports | — | 3 |
| SD card | — | |
| Thunderbolt ports | — | 1 |
| Memory | ||
| Storage options | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe SSD | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 1.5-7 hours (game dependent) | Up to 6 hours mixed use |
| Capacity | 40 Wh | 86 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 7 inches | 16.0 inches |
| Type | IPS LCD | QHD+ IPS 240Hz |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1600 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 240Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 500 | 300 |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 (6400 MT/s) | 16 GB DDR5 |
| Cores | 8-core CPU, RDNA 3 (12 CUs) integrated GPU | 20-core (8P+12E) |
| Chipset | AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme (Zen 4, 8-core / 16-thread, up to 5.1 GHz) | Intel Core i7-14700HX |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | — |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | — |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | — | 512 GB NVMe |
| Expandable storage | — | |
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | — | |
| Touch Bar | — | |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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