ASUS ROG Ally Handheld Custom Modded With Faster LPDDR5X Memory & 32 GB Capacity

ASUS's ROG Ally handheld console has been modded with faster LPDDR5X memory with double the capacities compared to the stock model.

Component modifications in the handheld industry have become a norm in recent times, mainly because the devices can support the extra modifications from their stock configurations. We have seen implementations where individuals have ramped up storage capacities from Steam Deck and the ROG Ally, along with making some changes to the heat dissipation mechanism. However, this is the first instance where the ROG Ally has seen a boost to its memory configuration by the modding channel "SlickBuys Mods and Repairs", and it is surely something to look at.

Before we go into the details, modding products are entirely something a consumer is responsible for, it often results in getting your warranty void, depending upon the T&C of the company. We advise readers not to get into modding, only if they are doing it for experimenting purposes, or are tired of stock configurations of their device. The process shown by SlickBuys is something that does require technical expertise, hence modding isn't something for an average consumer.

ASUS ROG Ally Memory Upgrade (After/Before - via: SlickBuys Mods and Repairs):

The process of replacing memory modules in ASUS ROG Ally isn't a hectic task, at least for an expert since it first involves a teardown of the handheld device, and then unsoldering the onboard memory modules by detaching the soldering points through a heat gun. This step requires utmost precision, since if the heat gun accidentally affects any other component, then you have to bid farewell to your device.

The ASUS ROG Ally handheld console originally came with up to 16 GB of LPDDR5 memory running at 6400 MT/s speeds (K3LKBKB0BM-MGCP) whereas the modded version uses the LPDDR5X memory with 32 GB capacities and operating at speeds of 7500 MT/s (K3KL9L90CM-MGCT). That's a doubling of the memory capacity and a 17.2% boost in terms of bandwidth which should result in some nice gains.

SlickBuys haven't dropped down any sort of benchmarks after the bumping up of the memory hence we don't have an exact idea of what kind of performance improvements we could expect with this modification. However, the important point to note is that the devices are capable of supporting higher-end components than their stock offerings, hence we could see companies move towards DIY upgradeability options, similar to what we see in modern-day laptops.

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