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Can the ROG Ally X (Z1 Extreme) run Final Fantasy XIV? (2026)

Yes
~82 FPS at 1080p with optimized settings

The ROG Ally X (Z1 Extreme) is a handheld card with 4GB of VRAM, and Final Fantasy XIV is a relatively light game to run. Paired with a balanced Intel Core i5-8600K-class CPU it averages about 82 FPS at 1080p with FrameCoach's tuned settings — up from roughly 83 FPS with everything on High.

ResolutionAll-High FPSOptimized FPS
1080p8382
1440p5067
4K2861
💡 Final Fantasy XIV: CPU-bound in crowded hubs like Limsa Lominsa.

At 1080p expect around 82 FPS, at 1440p about 67 FPS, and at 4K roughly 61 FPS with optimized settings. Final Fantasy XIV doesn't use upscaling, so the gains come from trimming the heaviest settings.

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Frequently asked

Can the ROG Ally X (Z1 Extreme) run Final Fantasy XIV?

Yes. With FrameCoach's optimized balanced settings, the ROG Ally X (Z1 Extreme) averages about 82 FPS at 1080p in Final Fantasy XIV.

What FPS does the ROG Ally X (Z1 Extreme) get in Final Fantasy XIV at 1080p?

Around 82 FPS at 1080p with optimized settings (up from about 83 FPS on all-High).

How do I make Final Fantasy XIV run better on the ROG Ally X (Z1 Extreme)?

keep ray tracing off, and lower the heaviest settings a notch. FrameCoach's full per-setting guide for this exact combo shows what each option costs.

FPS figures are estimates from a generalized model (hardware tier × game load × per-setting weights), not live benchmarks — real performance varies by scene, drivers and game version.