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

When Lenovo first launched their Legion Go handheld gaming device back in mid-2023, it faced a rather lukewarm reception. Fast forward to 2025, and the company is making another attempt with three fresh models, each equipped with either the tried-and-true AMD Z1 Extreme processor or the all-new Z2.

Legion Go S: Choose Between SteamOS or Windows 11

The updated Legion Go S model opts for a classic, detached controller-free design that’s lighter, weighing just 1.63 pounds. Users can pick between two versions: the sleek white one that comes with Windows 11 installed, or the striking “Nebula Violet” edition running Valve’s SteamOS. The latter offers a more straightforward, console-like experience, though it does limit gaming options to Valve’s ecosystem.

Hardware-wise, both variants, dubbed the Legion Go S and Legion Go S – Powered by SteamOS, share the same core components. They boast a Z2 or Z1 Extreme processor, a vibrant 8-inch 1920×1200 LCD touchscreen operating at 500 nits and 120 Hz, and come with up to 32GB of 6400 DDR5 RAM and a generous 1TB of storage. Plus, for those in need of more space, Lenovo’s specs promise support for standard 2280 M.2 SSDs.

As for connectivity, there’s a MicroSD card slot, two USB 4.0 ports, and an audio jack. Lenovo plans to release the Windows model in January with a starting price around $729. Meanwhile, the SteamOS version is set to launch in May, priced at an expected $499. Additional Windows model configurations are anticipated in May 2025 too, with starting prices around $599. A spokesperson mentioned that once available, gamers can snag a Legion Go S with either Windows or SteamOS, fitted with an AMD Z2 Go CPU, 16GB RAM, and 1TB storage, for $599. The $729 Windows version offers a hefty 32GB of RAM.

Legion Go 2 Prototype: Bringing Back Detachable Controllers

Moving up the product lineup, Lenovo has teased a prototype for the next-gen Legion Go. This advanced version not only brings back the detachable controllers—including the quirky mouse sensor that awkwardly transforms the right control stick into a mouse—but also smooths out the controller edges and introduces a circular D-pad. It’s backed by a much larger battery, leaping from 49.2 to a sizable 74 WHr.

The display remains at a substantial 8.8 inches with a 144 Hz refresh rate, but now it’s an OLED panel. Smartly, Lenovo has lowered the resolution from 2560×1600 to a more manageable 1920×1200. The touchscreen also offers 500 nits of brightness and includes variable refresh rate support. The revamped Legion Go is set to run on a Ryzen Z2, featuring up to 2TB of storage and 32GB of blisteringly fast 7500 MHz RAM upon its release, which is anticipated sometime in 2025. The final port selection was still under discussion at the time.