Lenovo has launched two flavors of their Legion Go S handheld gaming device, one running on SteamOS and the other on Windows 11.
The SteamOS version of the device is aimed to compete with Valve's Steam Deck, while the Windows 11 version targets users who want the flexibility to play games across platforms.
The purple-colored SteamOS version is priced at $499, and the white Windows 11 version at $729.99 for the version equipped with the more powerful AMD Ryzen Z2 Go, 32 GB of RAM, and a 1 TB SSD.
The Legion Go S handheld gaming device competes with the Valve’s Steam Deck and other handheld PCs, offering high-end specifications at a competitive price.
The Legion Go S features an 8-inch WQXGA (1920 x 1200) LCD display with a 120Hz variable refresh rate, and 500 nits of brightness.
The Legion Go S comes with up to 32GB of LPDDR5X (6400 MHz) RAM, and up to 1TB PCIe Gen4 SSD of storage.
The Legion Go S weighs 1.63 lbs (740g) and measures 11.77 x 5.02 x 0.88 inches, making it lighter and thinner than its predecessor.
Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 6E for fast wireless connections, Bluetooth 5.3, and dual USB4 Type-C ports capable of 65W charging speeds.
The Legion Go S comes with a 55.5Wh battery that supports Rapid Charge Express technology, allowing for quick top-ups during breaks.
Lenovo has launched the Legion Go S handheld gaming device to offer high-end specifications at a competitive price, making it a direct competitor of Valve's Steam Deck in the handheld gaming market.