Best handheld for GTA 5 in South Africa

Quick Answer

For GTA 5 on a handheld in SA, the ROG Ally X is the best pick: its Z1 Extreme chip and 24GB RAM hold 50-60fps at 1080p medium, ahead of the Steam Deck OLED's 35-45fps at 800p. Expect the Ally X around R16,000-R19,000 and the Steam Deck OLED around R12,000-R14,000 at Evetech.

ROG Ally X vs Steam Deck OLED for GTA 5

GTA 5 runs well on both, but the Ally X's stronger Z1 Extreme APU and higher 25W TDP push it to 50-60fps at 1080p medium settings, with its 120Hz panel keeping motion smooth. The Steam Deck OLED, tuned for efficiency, holds a steady 35-45fps at 800p medium and benefits from Valve's verified optimisation. For raw GTA 5 frame rate the Ally X wins; for battery life and a polished plug-and-play experience, the Deck is the calmer choice. Both devices dock to a TV or monitor over USB-C, so either doubles as a living-room console when you are at home on mains power.

Which Handheld Suits You

Pick the ROG Ally X if you want the highest GTA 5 frame rate, a 1080p 120Hz screen and more RAM for headroom. Pick the Steam Deck OLED if you value longer battery, a superb OLED panel and SteamOS simplicity. Both pair well with a USB-C dock for big-screen play. For GTA 5 specifically, the Ally X is the performance choice and the Deck the efficiency choice.

FAQ

What's the best handheld for GTA 5 in South Africa?

The ROG Ally X, holding 50-60fps at 1080p medium thanks to its Z1 Extreme and 24GB RAM. The Steam Deck OLED manages 35-45fps at 800p medium.

How much do these handhelds cost at Evetech?

Roughly R16,000-R19,000 for the ROG Ally X and R12,000-R14,000 for the Steam Deck OLED, depending on configuration and current stock.

Does the Steam Deck OLED run GTA 5 well?

Yes, at a steady 35-45fps at 800p medium with good battery life. It is smooth and well-optimised, just behind the Ally X on raw frame rate.