1080p Native vs 720p + RSR
Our pick: 1080p Native
Text clarity is vital for reading item stats and 1080p looks significantly sharper.
Warhammer SurvivorsROG Ally settings & performance
Purge the heretic at 90 FPS.
ROG Ally Z1 Extreme · Ally X · ROG Xbox Ally X
30-second setup / Couch mode
- APU power
- 15W
- Shared VRAM
- 8GB
- Resolution
- 900p
- Upscaling
- RSR
- FPS target
- 70
The short answer
Can Warhammer Survivors run on ROG Ally?
We found that Warhammer Survivors brings the scale of 40k battles to the palm of your hand without much compromise. While it shares DNA with other survivor-likes, the sheer number of projectiles from the new Follower system creates a unique CPU load during the final wave. On the Ally, you can expect a fluid 60-90 FPS at 15W, though you should drop Particle Quality first if the screen-clearing evolutions cause a dip. Start on the Balanced profile to take advantage of the 120Hz VRR screen which masks the occasional stutter when hundreds of enemies spawn at once.
Frame pacing
70 FPS target
A steady cap over uncapped peaks.
Visuals
900p
RSR
Readability
Adjust UI size
The final 2 minutes of a 40k campaign run when Extremis bosses spawn and the screen is full of enemies.
Battery planning
2h 40m-3h 5m
ROG Ally X · expected playtime at 15W
Before you launch
ROG Ally X: hardware setup
Shared memory. This model shares 24GB between Windows and graphics. Extra memory gives textures more room, so raise textures before anything else. Change allocation only if the game needs it.
120Hz & VRR. Keep the built-in display at 120Hz for VRR. Below its native VRR range, low-framerate compensation can help; a 40 FPS cap keeps parries and inputs responsive.
Power & cooling. TDP is APU power, not the whole handheld’s draw. The battery range below includes display and system overhead.
Command Center & AMD quick sheet
- Command Center RSR
- Off The game has RSR or FSR built in. Running both makes the image soft.
- AMD Anti-Lag
- Enabled if available Use the game-specific driver profile; disable it if it causes problems.
- Frame generation
- Off It adds input lag in combat at this frame rate.
- Update Armoury Crate SE to the latest version
- Set VRAM to 6GB in Control Center
- Disable RSR if you plan to play at native 1080p
Launch options & configuration
Config file · Back it up before editing
%LOCALAPPDATA%\WarhammerSurvivors\Saved\Config\WindowsBest Warhammer Survivors settings for ROG Ally
ROG Ally X · Couch mode. The frame rate is a target to work toward.
- FPS target
- 70
- APU power
- 15W
- Resolution
- 900p
- Upscaling
- RSR
In-game graphics
The baseline
| Setting | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Overall preset | Medium |
| Resolution | 1600x900 |
| Upscaling | Off |
| Frame generation | Off |
| Motion blur | Off |
Quality & performance tuning
| Setting | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Particle QualityHeavy impact | MediumManages the sheer volume of weapon effects that fill the screen in the final 5 minutes of a run. |
| Shadow Quality | Low |
| Texture Detail | High |
| Follower EffectsHeavy impact | OnAdds extra layers of projectiles from your AI posse which taxes the CPU during dense waves. |
| Gore | On |
Heavy impactThese cost the most frames. Drop them first if you need more battery or higher FPS.
Start with the listed settings, then check a demanding scene before raising detail. Keep frame generation separate from the underlying frame rate when judging input response.
What to turn down first
High Particles vs Low Particles
Our pick: Low Particles
Late game visibility and FPS stability are much better with lower particle counts.
The reality check
ROG Ally vs Steam Deck: Warhammer Survivors performance
The original Ally has 16GB shared memory and a 40Wh battery. Ally X and Xbox Ally X have 24GB and 80Wh. The extra memory gives textures more room and the bigger battery doubles session length, while the same settings profile holds across all three models.
Away from the charger
How long is your next session?
Couch mode · 15W APU power
The 900p sweet spot: 1600×900 renders about 30% fewer pixels than 1080p but stays sharp on a 7-inch screen. Add it in Armoury Crate SE’s Command Center for a one-tap switch.
Couch & plugged in
Use 25W with a charger nearby. Keep vents clear and establish a steady frame cap before raising resolution.
On the go
Try the 12W road-trip profile and lower resolution first. If combat cannot sustain the cap, use the couch profile instead of accepting uneven response.
40Wh
ROG Ally
1h 20m-1h 30m
Calculated runtime range
80Wh
ROG Ally X
2h 40m-3h 5m
Calculated runtime range
80Wh
ROG Xbox Ally X
2h 40m-3h 5m
Calculated runtime range
Uses 90% of battery capacity and 8-12W for the display and other system power. Brightness, battery wear, background apps and actual game load change runtime; TDP alone is not total power draw.
Pack & play
Small-screen comfort & travel
Give your thumbs a break
M1
for Special, M2 for Dash
Left rear button
Your right thumb stays on the camera stick during fights.
Assign one action per rear button in the game’s Armoury Crate profile. Keep the default face buttons available and avoid repeated-input macros in online play.
Before you go offline
- Finish downloads and launch the game once while connected.
- Save, switch Steam to Offline Mode, then restart the game with Wi-Fi off.
- Check that your save loads; online modes and launcher sign-ins may still need a connection.
Offline availability depends on the game and its launcher.
Playing tips
What to pay attention to on a handheld.
Stress Spot
The final 2 minutes of a 40k campaign run when Extremis bosses spawn and the screen is full of enemies.
Heat & Fans
Low TDP keeps the Ally very cool; fans won't ramp up much even at 17W.
Small-screen Reading
Text is legible, but enemy health bars can get cluttered; adjust UI scale in settings if needed.
Shader Warm-up
Minor stutter when new weapon evolutions trigger for the first time during a run.
Warhammer Survivors ROG Ally problems & fixes
Follower Lag
Turn down Follower Effects if the AI team causes frame drops during dense waves.
Extremis Bosses Immortality
Ensure you have an evolved weapon; these bosses are invulnerable to basic attacks.
UI Clutter
Use the in-game UI scaling slider if the objectives list feels too small on the 7-inch screen.
Warhammer Survivors on ROG Ally: FAQ
Does it have cross-progression?
Yes, it uses Steam Cloud to sync your 40k and Sigmar progress across devices.
Which campaign should I start first?
Both are separate with unique unlocks; start with your favorite lore as difficulty is similar.
Is it playable offline?
Yes, once installed it works perfectly without an internet connection for travel.
Game file
Warhammer Survivors- Developer
- Auroch Digital
- Game release
- Nov 10, 2026
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