Lenovo’s Legion Go S Handheld Features AMD’s Z2 Go, Compatible with SteamOS and Windows

Back in mid-2023, Lenovo’s debut of the Legion Go gaming handheld didn’t exactly receive a standing ovation. Fast forward to 2025, and the company is making a fresh attempt with three new models. These devices are all powered by either the familiar AMD Z1 Extreme processor or the brand-new Z2.

When it comes to the Legion Go S, Lenovo is offering flexibility with the choice of operating system: opt for SteamOS or stick with Windows 11. This model sheds the detachable controllers that came with the original Legion Go, favoring a more conventional, lightweight design at just 1.63 pounds. For those who prefer Windows 11, the device comes in a sleek white, while a version in “Nebula Violet” runs on Valve’s SteamOS—perfect for those who favor a console-like experience, albeit with some limitations in accessing non-Valve games.

The two variants, aptly named Legion Go S and Legion Go S – Powered by SteamOS, boast the same internal specs. Expect a Z2 or Z1 Extreme processor, an 8-inch touchscreen with a resolution of 1920×1200, a 55.5 WHr battery, and a snappy 120 Hz refresh rate. Storage options offer up to 32GB of fast DDR5 RAM and 1TB of space. Plus, if you feel like expanding that storage, Lenovo notes that the device accommodates standard 2280 M.2 SSDs.

Connectivity isn’t lacking either, with a MicroSD card slot, two USB 4.0 ports, and an audio jack on board. Lenovo plans to release the Windows version of the Legion Go S in January at a starting price of roughly $729. Meanwhile, the SteamOS version is expected to hit shelves in May, starting at $499. For those considering configuration flexibility, additional options will be available for the Windows version starting in May 2025, priced from $599. Lenovo assures that buyers can later opt for a model featuring the AMD Z2 Go CPU, 16GB of RAM, and 1TB of storage for $599, with a doubling of RAM for the $729 variant.

On the more cutting-edge end, Lenovo unveiled a prototype for the Legion Go 2. This device revives the detachable controllers (including that peculiar mouse sensor turning the right stick into a less-than-ergonomic gaming mouse). The controllers have been redesigned with rounded edges and a circular D-pad, and the battery capacity has seen a significant jump from 49.2 to 74 WHr.

The display, remaining at 8.8 inches, now supports 144 Hz and adopts OLED technology. Lenovo wisely opts for a more manageable resolution of 1920×1200 instead of the previous 2560×1600. The touchscreen is rated for 500 nits of brightness with support for variable refresh rates. With a second-gen Legion Go anticipated in 2025, it will come equipped with a Ryzen Z2, up to 2TB of storage, and 32GB of speedy 7500 MHz RAM. As for the port selection of this promising gadget, details remain undetermined as of now.