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

Lenovo tried to make waves in the gaming handheld world back in 2023 with its Legion Go, but it didn’t exactly receive rave reviews. Fast forward to 2025, and Lenovo is giving it another shot with three fresh models. These new handhelds are powered by either the familiar AMD Z1 Extreme or the newly released Z2 processors.

Starting with the Legion Go S, you’ve got options: SteamOS or Windows 11. Gone are the detachable controllers from the old design, replaced by a more traditional and lighter build, weighing in at just 1.63 pounds. Fans of the white version will appreciate its Windows 11 capabilities, while the “Nebula Violet” edition will delight those looking for a simpler, console-like experience with SteamOS. However, keep in mind that the SteamOS variant mainly supports games within Valve’s ecosystem.

Under the hood, both models boast similar specs. You’re looking at either a Z2 or Z1 Extreme processor, a vibrant 8-inch 1920×1200 LCD touchscreen with a brightness of 500 nits and a speedy 120 Hz refresh rate, and a robust 55.5 WHr battery. Memory options go all the way up to 32GB of 6400 DDR5 RAM, with storage hitting 1TB. Plus, if you need more space, Lenovo supports standard 2280 M.2 SSDs, so storage upgrades are a breeze.

On the ports front, these handhelds come equipped with a MicroSD card slot, two USB 4.0 ports at the top, and an audio jack. If you’re eyeing the Windows-powered Legion Go S, expect it to hit the market in January with a starting price around $729. Meanwhile, the SteamOS model will arrive in May, initially priced at $499. Lenovo mentions that additional configurations of the Windows model will be available starting May 2025, with starting prices dipping to $599. Once both are out, you could snag a Legion Go S, powered by either Windows or SteamOS, with the same AMD Z2 Go CPU, 16GB RAM, and 1TB storage for $599. If you go for the $729 model, that bumps the RAM up to 32GB.

Then there’s the Legion Go 2 prototype, bringing back the detachable mouse controller feature. And yes, that includes the quirky mouse sensor that turns the right control stick into quite a unique gaming mouse. This iteration features sleeker, more rounded controllers and a revised circular D-pad. Plus, it packs a battery upgrade from 49.2 to a hefty 74 WHr.

The display hasn’t changed in size, remaining at 8.8 inches, but it’s now OLED with a 144 Hz refresh rate. Lenovo wisely scaled down the resolution from a taxing 2560×1600 to a more consistent 1920×1200. The touch display also supports 500 nits of brightness and variable refresh rates. When the second-gen Legion Go launches in 2025, it will include a Ryzen Z2 processor, up to a whopping 2TB of storage, and 32GB of ultra-fast 7500 MHz RAM. Details about the port selection are still under wraps, so stay tuned for that update.