Embark on a Gaming Odyssey: Lenovo’s Legion Go Gets a Lite Edition

As a gamer on-the-go, I’m always on the lookout for the latest and greatest in portable gaming. That’s why I was excited to hear that Lenovo is planning to launch a more affordable version of its gaming handheld, the Legion Go. According to reports from Windows Central, this new “Lite” edition will likely feature a less powerful AMD CPU, making it a more budget-friendly option for gamers.

A Cheaper Alternative

The current Legion Go boasts an impressive 8.8-inch screen with a 2560x1600 resolution, a significant upgrade over the ROG Ally’s 7-inch 1080p screen. Both handhelds come equipped with AMD Ryzen Z1 (Phoenix) APUs, featuring up to 8 Zen4 cores and 12 RDNA3 Compute Units. However, the Legion Go has never been available with the less-expensive Z1 non-Extreme version, which offers 6 Zen4 cores and 4 RDNA3 GPU units. It’s speculated that the new Legion Go Lite could feature a smaller screen and lose the detachable gamepad feature, similar to the Nintendo Switch.

A more affordable Legion Go is on the horizon

A Simpler Design

A simpler, more ergonomic design, akin to the ROG Ally, might help Lenovo attract more market share. The Legion Go Lite may lose detachable controllers, but it’s unclear what other features will be sacrificed to achieve a lower price point. One thing is certain, though: Lenovo needs to improve its communication with its Legion Go community, especially regarding software features. For instance, there is still no official driver that enables AMD Fluid Motion Frames (frame generation) on the device, unlike the ROG Ally, which already supports this technology.

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A More Affordable Option

The current price for the Legion Go is $629 on Amazon, which is already $70 lower than at launch in October. The Lite version would almost certainly have to cost less. As a gamer, I’m excited to see how Lenovo will balance price and performance in this new edition.

Gaming on the go has never been more accessible

Conclusion

The gaming handheld market is heating up, and Lenovo’s decision to launch a more affordable Legion Go is a welcome move. With its rumored simpler design and lower price point, the Legion Go Lite could be the perfect option for gamers on a budget. As we wait for more information on this new edition, one thing is clear: the future of portable gaming has never looked brighter.