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ASUS ROG Ally Z1 Extreme — 2023
ASUS

ASUS ROG Ally Z1 Extreme

2023

84
/ 100
From $699
VS
8BitDo Ultimate 2C (Black) — Controller · 2023
8BitDo

8BitDo Ultimate 2C (Black)

Controller · 2023

84
/ 100
From $44
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, ASUS ROG Ally Z1 Extreme lands at 84 and 8BitDo Ultimate 2C (Black) at 84. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick ASUS ROG Ally Z1 Extreme if…

  • ✓Exclusive titles (brand-dependent)
  • ✓Store ecosystem
  • ✓Cross-gen compatibility

Pick 8BitDo Ultimate 2C (Black) if…

  • ✓Hall-effect sticks (select SKUs)
  • ✓Hot-swap triggers (elite tier)
  • ✓Cross-platform compatibility
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Performance

Tie

Compared on the performance sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Games

8BitDo Ultimate 2C (Black)

Compared on the games sub-score

8BitDo Ultimate 2C (Black) leads on games (86 vs 82).

Features

Tie

Compared on the features sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

8BitDo Ultimate 2C (Black)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

8BitDo Ultimate 2C (Black) more score per dollar ($44 vs $699).

ASUS ROG Ally Z1 Extreme 84
vs
84 8BitDo Ultimate 2C (Black)

Score breakdown

ASUS ROG Ally Z1 Extreme
84
performance 84
games 82
features 82
value 82
8BitDo Ultimate 2C (Black)
84
performance 84
games 86
features 82
value 82

Specs side-by-side

ASUS ROG Ally Z1 Extreme versus 8BitDo Ultimate 2C (Black) — full spec comparison
Spec ASUS ROG Ally Z1 Extreme 8BitDo Ultimate 2C (Black)
Release year
2023
2023
Type
—
Controller
Color
—
Black

ASUS ROG Ally Z1 Extreme

Pros
  • +Exclusive titles (brand-dependent)
  • +Store ecosystem
  • +Cross-gen compatibility
Cons
  • −Storage expansion pricey
  • −Dashboard UX ages
  • −Subscription required for online

8BitDo Ultimate 2C (Black)

Pros
  • +Hall-effect sticks (select SKUs)
  • +Hot-swap triggers (elite tier)
  • +Cross-platform compatibility
Cons
  • −Battery replacement paid on some
  • −Software dependency
  • −Stick drift still possible (non-Hall)

FAQ: ASUS ROG Ally Z1 Extreme vs 8BitDo Ultimate 2C (Black)

Which is better, ASUS ROG Ally Z1 Extreme or 8BitDo Ultimate 2C (Black)? +

Both score 84 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is ASUS ROG Ally Z1 Extreme worth the price? +

At $699, ASUS ROG Ally Z1 Extreme delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in performance.

Is 8BitDo Ultimate 2C (Black) worth the price? +

At $44, 8BitDo Ultimate 2C (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in games.

Does ASUS ROG Ally Z1 Extreme or 8BitDo Ultimate 2C (Black) last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for games, ASUS ROG Ally Z1 Extreme or 8BitDo Ultimate 2C (Black)? +

8BitDo Ultimate 2C (Black) — leads on games (86 vs 82). Compared on the games sub-score.

Which is the better value, ASUS ROG Ally Z1 Extreme or 8BitDo Ultimate 2C (Black)? +

8BitDo Ultimate 2C (Black) — more score per dollar ($44 vs $699). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.