The era of handheld consoles is gradually developing more and more. For a certain period, this era was at a dead end. Its history began in the last century, and we have seen many successful projects, the majority of which were produced by Nintendo. Handhelds are compact and comfortable for gamers who travel frequently and want to enjoy gaming on the go.
Sony's PSP and PS Vita were also successful in this regard, especially the PSP. At the time, it had excellent capabilities and was extremely powerful in terms of graphics and gameplay. Its first generation was released in 2004 and gained great popularity. This was no surprise, as at the time the PS2 was still around and the PS3 had not yet been announced, so having such a powerful console in your hands was a real dream for many gamers.
However, at Tech and Glory, we think that the stagnation of these consoles was precisely due to the development of mobile smartphones. The era of smartphones began in 2007 and has been getting stronger ever since. Nowadays, with a premium smartphone, you can play a huge number of games, as well as old games with the help of emulators. But these are just phones, and they lack the buttons characteristic of a gaming console.
Today, there are various handheld consoles, and we will introduce you to three handhelds that may be of interest to you. The popularity of these handhelds is growing more and more.
ASUS ROG Ally X
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| Picture of Ally X by Asus |
The first on this list is the most powerful model: the ASUS ROG Ally X. It is the most powerful handheld of the year. It can run almost all PC games on high graphics, which will make your gaming experience pleasant and memorable. Its specifications are as follows: an AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme processor with 12 GB of RAM, which works with a Ryzen graphics card. It has a 7-inch, 120Hz, Full HD sensor screen. You can see its visuals in the image provided. This is definitely a favorite handheld for hardcore gamers, and if you like heavy games and are mainly involved in PC gaming, then this is a great option for you.
We must also talk about its disadvantages. The first is its price. This model costs about $800, which is even more expensive than a regular console. Also, its battery will not last long during heavy gaming.
Steam Deck OLED
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| Picture of Steam Deck |
Now let's talk about the second handheld on the list, the Steam Deck OLED, which is quite popular. It is a budget option, and its price is $550 with 512 GB of internal memory, which can be considered quite normal. It also has an AMD processor and 16 GB of RAM. It has a 7.4-inch, 90Hz screen. Its downsides can be considered that it does not have enough power to play every game, and its size is relatively large, which is certainly not comfortable for everyone.
Nintendo Switch 2
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| Picture of Switch 2 by Nintendo |
Now let's talk about the third handheld on the list, the Nintendo Switch 2. Let's review it briefly. The Nintendo Switch 2 is a recently released handheld, and it successfully continues Nintendo's legacy. Its graphical capabilities have also increased compared to the previous generation of Switch, which will offer you better visuals and performance. The Switch is a favorite handheld for many because Nintendo has a long history. Its biggest plus is the exclusive games, which makes it a favorite console for gamers. You can only play Zelda, Mario, and many other games on the Switch.
Tech and Glory's Recommendation
Finally, here is Tech and Glory's advice for those who have not yet decided which handheld to buy.
* We recommend you buy the ASUS ROG Ally 2 if you mainly play heavy PC games and do not want to waste time when you are on the road or away from home. But you should consider its price, as it is quite expensive compared to the other two handhelds; it's even more expensive than many home consoles.
* If you want to play weaker but also PC games and want to have your Steam library on your handheld, then the Steam Deck is an excellent choice. It has a reasonable price and a design that many people like. You can buy the 512 GB Steam Deck for $550.
* If you no longer want to play the games you already play on a computer or other consoles and want to bring something new to your gaming library, Tech and Glory recommends you buy the Nintendo Switch 2. Its updated graphics and exclusive games will be a real pleasure for you. Its price is $550, but you should take into account that exclusive games are also quite expensive, and you will definitely find it difficult to save money on them.
