Far from the original model - the Legion Go with its Nintendo Switch-style detachable controllers - the Legion Go S could well be a hit.
In October 2023, Lenovo decided to join the still restricted circle of portable console manufacturers. Its Legion Go came out more than a year and a half after Valve's Steam Deck, a pioneer in the field, with quite different technical orientations. The Legion Go prioritized screen size (8.8 inches) and on-board chip power (AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme) over the portability of a machine weighing just over 850 grams. To make matters worse, the Legion Go was also more expensive than the Steam Deck, and while Lenovo reportedly has plans for this singular machine, the firm also looks set to change direction.
Lenovo Legion Go S © VideoCardz
In recent days , leaks have been multiplying around the Legion Go S, a less powerful, more compact and less expensive console than the Legion Go. A console that nonetheless boasts some indisputable assets, as Lenovo gives the impression of wanting to compete more directly with Valve and its Steam Deck. For example, we've learned that the chip at the heart of the Legion Go S is less modern than that of the Legion Go: it's an AMD Z2 Go with 8 Zen 3+ cores and 12 RDNA 2 processing units. While this may seem a little old-fashioned at the end of 2024, it ensures good performance at a tight price, as the Steam Deck can testify.
Lenovo Legion Go S © VideoCardz
Compared to Valve's machine, the Legion Go S will not feature an OLED panel. Instead, Lenovo has opted for an 8-inch diagonal screen, which is an appreciable plus even compared to the Steam Deck OLED (7.6 inches). Lenovo is also proud to offer 2 USB4 ports and a 55.5 Wh battery, guaranteeing interesting autonomy. Unfortunately, we don't have any details yet. Lenovo seems intent on teasing Valve, so we can be confident, especially as the price seems likely to be around 600 euros. Finally, a handheld console would compete with the Steam Deck in terms of price. Of course, we'll have to wait for the official announcement and the first tests to verify all this. The Legion Go S is due to be unveiled at CES 2025 in Las Vegas, for commercial release in the first quarter.
