Photo by A Gaming Odyssey: Lenovo Legion Go Review
The Lenovo Legion Go is a gaming handheld that packs a punch, with its AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme APU, 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM, and an included M.2 SSD for storage. The device has a huge 8.8’’ QHD+ OLED touchscreen display with a 144hz refresh rate and a max resolution of 1600p.
The Lenovo Legion Go gaming handheld
The Legion Go has detachable controllers that are overflowing with buttons, but they can feel uncomfortable to hold and are quite heavy. The device itself is also heavy, weighing around 850g. According to Lenovo, the Legion Go is designed to provide a premium gaming experience on the go.
What is the Lenovo Legion Go?
The Legion Go is Lenovo’s attempt to get in on the burgeoning gaming handheld market. It’s packed with an AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme APU, alongside 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and an included M.2 SSD for storage, which can be switched out if you want more space.
The AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme APU
Controller and Ergonomics
The other major feature of the Legion Go is the detachable controllers, which are literally overflowing with buttons. When attached to make the device a more traditional handheld shape, you’ll often find yourself pushing a set of extra buttons on the back of the grips by accident: they aren’t mapped to anything by default, so it’s more of an annoyance than anything else.
The Lenovo Legion Go controllers
How well does the Lenovo Legion Go actually play games?
The Legion Go has a nice little inclusion - a system overlay that allows you to switch up the resolution, thermal mode, set the fan speed, change the controller mapping, and more with the press of a button. This feature is a game-changer for gamers who want to customize their experience.
The Lenovo Legion Go system overlay
However, the Legion Go can get hot and loud during gameplay, and the battery life is an issue, lasting anywhere between one and two hours when gaming. This is a major drawback for gamers who want to play on the go.
Conclusion
The Lenovo Legion Go is a mixed bag, with both impressive and disappointing features. It’s a solid first attempt, but it could be improved with a smaller, lighter, thinner design and more ergonomic controllers. Despite its flaws, the Legion Go is a great option for gamers who want a premium gaming experience on the go.
The Lenovo Legion Go gaming handheld
