Microsoft's Xbox handheld variant shares ASUS's hardware foundation with dual USB-C ports—40Gbps USB4 and 10Gbps USB 3.2—designed for Game Pass cloud gaming. Both ports support DisplayPort Alt Mode, so you can drive external monitors while charging simultaneously without bottlenecks. The UHS-II microSD slot handles game installs quickly, and the 3.5mm jack stays available for low-latency headsets. Here's every port and the cables you'll need.
Premium Xbox co-branded Windows 11 gaming handheld with AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme processor (50 TOPS NPU), 7-inch 120Hz FHD display. Dual USB-C including USB4/Thunderbolt 4 for eGPU support up to RTX 5090. 80Wh battery. Ships with 65W USB-C charger.
Device Information
- Manufacturer
- ASUS
- Release Year
- 2025
- Model Number
- RC73XA
- Category
- handheld
Available Ports
| Connector | Quantity | Label | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| USB Type-C (USB4 40Gbps) | 1 | — | — |
| USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2) | 1 | — | — |
| 3.5mm TRRS (Headset with Mic) | 1 | — | — |
| MicroSD Card Slot | 1 | — | — |
Notes & Compatibility
Top-tier Xbox handheld with AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme (8-core/16-thread) and integrated NPU. One USB4 Type-C port (Thunderbolt 4 compliant) with DisplayPort 1.4 and FreeSync support plus PD 3.0. One USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C with DP Alt Mode and PD. Supports ROG XG Mobile for up to RTX 5090 Laptop GPU. 24GB LPDDR5X RAM. 80Wh battery. Xbox Full Screen Experience with dedicated Xbox button.
