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Title: Reddit user converts eBike battery into 24-hour ROG Ally power bank
Post by: Redaktion on July 20, 2025, 20:55:05
A Reddit user creatively powered their ASUS ROG Ally X with a 48V eBike battery, enabling up to 24 hours of gameplay using a custom voltage step-down adapter. The DIY project sparked praise, curiosity, and safety concerns, showcasing just how far users will go to push the limits of their tech.

https://www.notebookcheck.net/Reddit-user-converts-eBike-battery-into-24-hour-ROG-Ally-power-bank.1061935.0.html
Title: Re: Reddit user converts eBike battery into 24-hour ROG Ally power bank
Post by: Swizzy on July 20, 2025, 23:27:29
"made a special adapter"
No.... He bought a transformer and some usb ports.
Title: Re: Reddit user converts eBike battery into 24-hour ROG Ally power bank
Post by: Romeo on July 21, 2025, 10:52:50
May be ok if you have a battery already, but there are many large portable battery packs available for sell today.
Title: Re: Reddit user converts eBike battery into 24-hour ROG Ally power bank
Post by: Kevinn on July 22, 2025, 02:42:08
Many e bike batteries come with 5v power outlets 3amp max. Mine has em built rite in. I power portable guitar amps with it when not riding
Quote from: Swizzy on July 20, 2025, 23:27:29"made a special adapter"
No.... He bought a transformer and some usb ports.
Title: Re: Reddit user converts eBike battery into 24-hour ROG Ally power bank
Post by: Kevinn on July 22, 2025, 02:44:51
Transformers only operate on alternating current. He made a converter for direct current step down. Same thing only different.