Lenovo Legion GO: The Chonky Steam Deck Rival That’s Coming for Your Wallet
The Lenovo Legion GO handheld is finally official, and it’s scheduled to arrive on Halloween. Fitting, considering its price point might just give you a fright. This extra-large 8.8-inch gaming handheld will cost more than both Valve’s portable powerhouse and the Asus ROG Ally. But don’t worry, there won’t be any spooky surprises in terms of specs – we’ve already gotten a good look at what’s under the hood thanks to previous leaks.
The Lenovo Legion GO: A premium gaming handheld
The Lenovo Legion GO is a Windows 11 gaming handheld that’s armed with an AMD Z1 Extreme APU and a 144Hz 1600p display. It’s distinctly premium compared to the Steam Deck, and that premium feel comes at a cost – $799, to be exact. That’s a chunk more than Valve’s portable gaming PC, which may or may not prevent it from being a true rival.
A closer look at the Lenovo Legion GO’s hardware
Announced in line with IFA 2023, the Lenovo Legion GO is set to launch on October 31st. The laptop maker has kindly shared a bunch of handy images that highlight key hardware aspects, including a mouse wheel located next to the triggers, release buttons for the Joycon-style controllers, and an ‘FPS mode’ switch positioned next to a mouse sensor.
The Lenovo Legion GO’s Joycon-style controllers
The Lenovo Legion GO is a beast of a handheld, and its price reflects that. But will it be able to take on the Steam Deck and other portable gaming powerhouses? Only time will tell.
The Lenovo Legion GO: A gaming handheld to watch
