Exciting news for handheld PC gaming enthusiasts: the Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS is now available for preorder at Best Buy. This device marks the first time a company other than Valve has shipped a gaming handheld with SteamOS, the Linux-based operating system that powers the Steam Deck. The Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS will hit the market on May 25, with prices starting at $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)
This model features a 120Hz gaming handheld equipped with an AMD Ryzen Z2 Go processor, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD. Priced at $549.99, it matches the cost of the 512GB OLED Steam Deck.
$549.99 at Best Buy
Out May 25
Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS (AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme)
This version boasts a slightly more powerful AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme chip, 32GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD. It's priced at $749.99.
$749.99 at Best Buy
The SteamOS-powered Lenovo Legion Go S comes in two configurations. The first features an AMD Ryzen Z2 Go chip, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD, priced at $549.99. The second model is equipped with the more powerful AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme chip, 32GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD, and is priced at $749.99.
Regardless of the model you choose, you'll enjoy a 120Hz gaming handheld with two USB-C ports. Storage can be expanded easily with a microSD card. Additionally, the device includes trigger locks for hair triggers, which is particularly useful for competitive shooters like Marvel Rivals.
Both configurations feature more powerful chips than the Steam Deck, potentially allowing them to run recent games that are beyond the Deck's capabilities. This includes titles like 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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These SteamOS-based Legion Go S models should not be confused with the earlier released Windows 11-based Legion Go S. For insights on why you might want to steer clear of the Windows model, check out our Lenovo Legion Go S review. If you're still interested, it's available at Best Buy for $729.99.
Valve has also announced that SteamOS will soon be available for other non-Steam Deck handhelds, allowing you to install it on your preferred gaming PC handheld. This announcement coincides with the launch of the SteamOS-based Legion Go S models. If you're seeking a device more powerful than the Steam Deck to run SteamOS, the Lenovo Legion Go S should be at the top of your list.
