The Best Handheld Gaming PCs to Take Your Games on the Go

The Steam Deck revolutionized mobile PC gaming, but competitors are emerging, offering strong alternatives. The Asus ROG Ally X surpasses the Steam Deck with superior performance, faster memory, and extended battery life. New entrants like the Lenovo Legion Go S and Acer Nitro Blaze 11 (announced at CES 2025) further expand the options for on-the-go gaming. Whether you prefer the Steam Deck or its rivals, we've compiled a list of excellent handheld gaming PCs capable of handling top-tier PC games.

TL;DR – Best 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 a compact alternative to bulky gaming laptops, delivering powerful performance for AAA titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and Ghost of Tsushima. Many are compatible with docking stations, allowing connection to larger displays. Our experts have reviewed several leading models; the following seven stand out.

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