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Exciting news for handheld PC gaming enthusiasts: the Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS is now available for preorder at Best Buy. This portable gaming device marks a significant milestone as the first non-Valve product to come equipped with SteamOS, the Linux-based operating system known from the Steam Deck. Set to launch on May 25, the Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS starts at an attractive price of $549.99. Let's delve into the specifics.
Preorder Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS
Out May 25
Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS (AMD Ryzen Z2 Go)
- Specs: 120Hz gaming handheld with AMD Ryzen Z2 Go, 16GB RAM, and a 512GB SSD.
- Price: $549.99 at Best Buy
Out May 25
Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS (AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme)
- Specs: 120Hz gaming handheld with AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme, 32GB RAM, and a 1TB SSD.
- Price: $749.99 at Best Buy
The Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS will be available in two configurations. The first model features an AMD Ryzen Z2 Go chip, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD, priced at $549.99, matching the cost of the 512GB OLED Steam Deck. The second model, boasting the more powerful AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme chip, 32GB RAM, and a 1TB SSD, is available for $749.99.
Regardless of which model you choose, you'll enjoy a 120Hz gaming handheld with two USB-C ports. Storage expansion is straightforward with a microSD card slot. Additionally, the device includes trigger locks for hair triggers, enhancing your gameplay experience in competitive shooters like Marvel Rivals.
Both configurations come with more powerful chips than the Steam Deck, potentially enabling you to play newer, more demanding games such as Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Star Wars Outlaws, Dragon’s Dogma 2, and Monster Hunter Wilds.
Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS
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It's important to note that these SteamOS-based Legion Go S models are distinct from the earlier Windows 11-based Legion Go S. For insights into why you might want to steer clear of the Windows version, check out our Lenovo Legion Go S review. If you're still interested in the Windows model, it's available at Best Buy for $729.99.
Valve has also announced plans to make SteamOS available for other non-Steam Deck handhelds. This means you'll soon be able to install SteamOS on a variety of handheld gaming PCs, potentially coinciding with the launch of these SteamOS-based Legion Go S models. If you're seeking devices more powerful than the Steam Deck to run SteamOS, the Lenovo Legion Go S should be at the top of your list.
