The Steam Deck revolutionized mobile PC gaming, but competitors are emerging, offering strong alternatives. The Asus ROG Ally X now surpasses the Steam Deck, boasting superior performance, faster memory, and extended battery life. With the Lenovo Legion Go S and Acer Nitro Blaze 11 unveiled at CES 2025, the handheld PC gaming market is expanding rapidly. Whether you prefer the Steam Deck or explore the best Steam Deck alternatives, we've curated a selection of top-tier handheld gaming PCs capable of handling demanding AAA titles.

TL;DR – Top Handheld Gaming PCs

Our Top Pick: ### Asus ROG Ally X

20See it at AsusSee it at Best Buy### Valve Steam Deck

5See it at SteamSee it at Amazon### Lenovo Legion Go

7See it at AmazonSee it at Best Buy### Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme

3See it at AmazonSee it at Best Buy### GPD Win 4

3See it at Amazon### Ayaneo Ayaneo Air

3See it at AmazonSee it at Ayaneo ### Asus ROG Ally Z1

1See it at AmazonSee it at Best Buy

Handheld gaming PCs offer superior portability compared to gaming laptops, maintaining impressive power for AAA titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and Ghost of Tsushima. Compatibility with docking stations allows connection to larger displays.

Our experts have evaluated several leading handheld gaming PCs. The list includes high-performance options like the Lenovo Legion Go and more budget-friendly choices such as the Asus ROG Ally Z1, catering to diverse gaming preferences.

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