Lenovo has unveiled its latest product for gamers: the Lenovo Legion Go, a handheld gaming PC that runs on Windows 11 and offers a unique twist on the concept of portable gaming. The Lenovo Legion Go is not only a powerful device with high-end specs, but also a versatile one with detachable controllers and a special FPS mode for shooting games.
What is the Lenovo Legion Go?
The Lenovo Legion Go is a handheld gaming PC that competes with devices like the Steam Deck and the Asus ROG Ally. However, unlike those devices, the Lenovo Legion Go has some features that make it stand out from the crowd.
- The Lenovo Legion Go has an 8.8-inch touch panel with a 16:10 aspect ratio and a Quad HD+ (2560×1600) resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate. The screen also covers 97% of DCI-P3, so colors should look great here.
- The Lenovo Legion Go comes with up to an AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme processor, tailor-made for this kind of device, and that’s paired with 16GB of LPDDR5x RAM running at a whopping 7500MHz. It also includes up to a 1TB SSD and supports microSD expansion.
- The Lenovo Legion Go features Lenovo’s Coldfront cooling system to keep things running cool, and it includes a power bypass mode to prevent wearing down the battery when you’re gaming while plugged in.
- The Lenovo Legion Go has detachable controllers, meaning you can play without holding the PC in your hands. On top of that, the right controller comes with a controller base that’s made for first-person shooters. You can detach the controller from the console and attach it to the base, and it uses an optical sensor at the bottom to offer precise aiming controls in shooting games.
- The Lenovo Legion Go runs on Windows 11, which means you can access all your favorite PC games and apps on the g. You can also connect the device to an external monitor or TV via USB-C or HDMI ports.
How does the Lenovo Legion Go compare to other handheld gaming PCs?
The Lenovo Legion Go is clearly aiming to be the best handheld gaming PC on the market, but how does it compare to its rivals? Here are some key differences between the Lenovo Legion Go and other devices like the Steam Deck and the Asus ROG Ally.
- The Lenovo Legion Go has a larger and sharper screen than both the Steam Deck and the Asus ROG Ally. The Steam Deck has a 7-inch LCD panel with a 1280×800 resolution and a 60Hz refresh rate, while the Asus ROG Ally has a 6.9-inch OLED panel with a 1920×1080 resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The Lenovo Legion Go beats them both with its 8.8-inch QHD+ display with a 144Hz refresh rate.
- The Lenovo Legion Go has more RAM than both the Steam Deck and the Asus ROG Ally. The Steam Deck comes with either 8GB or 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM running at 5500MHz, while the Asus ROG Ally has 16GB of LPDDR4X RAM running at 4266MHz. The Lenovo Legion Go has 16GB of LPDDR5x RAM running at 7500MHz, which should give it an edge in performance.
- The Lenovo Legion Go has detachable controllers that can be used in different ways, while the Steam Deck and the Asus ROG Ally have fixed controllers. The Steam Deck has two trackpads in addition to analog sticks and buttons, while the Asus ROG Ally has two touchscreens that can be customized for different games. The Lenovo Legion Go has detachable controllers that can be used separately or attached to a base for FPS games.
- The Lenovo Legion Go runs on Windows 11, while the Steam Deck runs on SteamOS and the Asus ROG Ally runs on Windows 10. This means that the Lenovo Legion Go can run any PC game or app without any compatibility issues, while the Steam Deck and the Asus ROG Ally may have some limitations. For example, the Steam Deck may not be able to run some anti-cheat software or DRM-protected games, while the Asus ROG Ally may not be able to run some Windows 11 features or apps.
When and where can you buy the Lenovo Legion Go?
The Lenovo Legion Go is expected to launch in October with a starting price of $699. You’ll be able to purchase it from Lenovo’s website and retailers like Best Buy and Micro Center. Lenovo didn’t disclose the handheld’s entry-level specs, but we know the system will have up to an AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme chip, 16GB of RAM and up to 1TB of SSD storage. All configurations will feature an 8.8-inch (2,560 x 1,600) LCD display with a 16:10 aspect ratio and 144Hz refresh rate.
The Lenovo Legion Go is one of the most exciting products for gamers this year, and it promises to deliver a premium and versatile handheld gaming experience. If you’re looking for a device that can play any PC game on the go, with a stunning display and detachable controllers, the Lenovo Legion Go might be the one for you.
