When Lenovo first introduced the Legion Go gaming handheld in mid-2023, the response was less than enthusiastic. Fast forward to 2025, and Lenovo has returned with three new iterations, all powered by either the trusty AMD Z1 Extreme processor or its successor, the Z2.
Meet the Legion Go S: a device now offering the choice between SteamOS or Windows 11. This time, Lenovo has opted for a fixed and lighter design, weighing in at just 1.63 pounds. Unlike its predecessor, this model abandons detachable controllers for a more conventional look. If you go for the white version, it’ll come equipped with Windows 11. Meanwhile, there’s also a “Nebula Violet” option featuring Valve’s SteamOS for a straightforward, console-esque experience—though it somewhat limits your gaming options outside of Valve’s platform.
Under the hood, both the Legion Go S and Legion Go S – Powered by SteamOS share similar guts. They’re driven by either a Z2 or Z1 Extreme processor and sport an 8-inch 1920×1200 LCD touchscreen. The display is quite bright at 500 nits and offers a smooth 120 Hz refresh rate. Other specs aren’t too shabby either, boasting a 55.5 WHr battery, up to 32GB of 6400 DDR5 RAM, and 1TB of storage. And if storage is a concern, worry not—Lenovo’s specs reveal that standard 2280 M.2 SSDs are good to go.
Connectivity options? There’s a MicroSD card slot for expanded storage, two USB 4.0 ports, and, of course, an audio jack. Priced at around $729, the Windows-powered Legion Go S aims to hit shelves in January. The SteamOS variant, slightly more wallet-friendly at $499, should arrive by May. Lenovo also hints at more Windows model configurations, with starting prices estimated at $599. A representative told us that when all is in place, you could snag a Legion Go S—powered by either Windows or SteamOS—with the AMD Z2 processor, 16GB RAM, and 1TB storage for $599. Meanwhile, the $729 Windows version will bump the RAM up to a hefty 32GB.
On the innovation frontier, Lenovo teased a prototype of the second-gen Legion Go, which sticks to the detachable controller concept, including that quirky mouse sensor. While those controllers get more rounded and the D-pad turns circular, it’s the battery that sees a significant upgrade, leaping from 49.2 to 74 WHr.
Screen-wise, you’ll find the same 8.8-inch display running at 144 Hz, but now it’s an OLED for richer visuals. Lenovo wisely reduced the resolution from 2560×1600 to 1920×1200, offering a more practical balance. It’s still a 500-nit panel and supports variable refresh rates. Expect this upcoming Legion Go to feature a Ryzen Z2, with potential configurations of up to 2TB of storage and 32GB of zippy 7500 MHz RAM. As for ports, Lenovo hadn’t finalized those details when we checked in.
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