Lenovo’s initial venture into the gaming handheld market, the Legion Go, didn’t exactly set the world on fire back in 2023. Fast forward to 2025, and Lenovo has returned with three fresh models. These new entries in the Legion Go line are powered either by the reliable AMD Z1 Extreme processor or its successor, the Z2.
Let’s start with the Legion Go S, which users can choose to run on either SteamOS or Windows 11. Unlike its predecessor, this model has ditched the detachable controllers, opting for a sleeker, more lightweight design, tipping the scales at just 1.63 pounds. The Windows 11 version comes in white, while those intrigued by SteamOS can enjoy the experience in a “Nebula Violet” shade. SteamOS offers a more console-like, streamlined gaming session, though it’s somewhat less flexible if you’re keen on sourcing your games beyond Valve’s ecosystem.
Under the hood, these models—officially dubbed the Legion Go S and Legion Go S – Powered by SteamOS—share their core components. Both feature the potent Z2 or Z1 Extreme processor, a vibrant 8-inch 1920×1200 LCD touchscreen with a peak brightness of 500 nits and a smooth 120 Hz refresh rate, as well as a solid 55.5 WHr battery. They also boast up to 32GB of 6400 DDR5 RAM and 1TB of storage. Should you need more space, Lenovo has ensured that standard-sized 2280 M.2 SSDs can be added.
In terms of connectivity, you’ll find a MicroSD card slot, a pair of USB 4.0 ports on top, and an audio jack. Lenovo has slated the Windows-based Legion Go S for a January release starting at about $729. The SteamOS variant is expected in May, beginning at $499. Interestingly, additional configurations of the Windows model will be arriving around May 2025, with a price drop to $599. Once both versions are available, you can get a Legion Go S with the AMD Z2 Go CPU, 16GB RAM, and 1TB storage for $599, whereas $729 gets you the Windows version with a bumped-up 32GB RAM.
For those interested in a more high-end handheld, Lenovo is also showcasing a prototype of the second-generation Legion Go. This latest concept reintroduces detachable controllers, including a not-so-ergonomic mouse sensor turned gaming mouse. Improvements have been made, such as rounding the edges and transforming the D-pad into a circular shape while significantly boosting the battery from 49.2 to 74 WHr.
The display remains sizeable at 8.8 inches and keeps its fluid 144 Hz refresh rate, with an upgrade to OLED technology. Wisely, Lenovo has reduced the resolution to 1920×1200 from the prior 2560×1600, aiming for practicality. The touchscreen touts 500 nits of brightness and has variable refresh rate support. This next-gen Legion Go will ship with a Ryzen Z2, up to 2TB of storage, and 32GB of snappy 7500 MHz RAM, although exact details on its port options were unavailable when this was written. Expect its release sometime in 2025.
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