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 that powers the Steam Deck. Set to launch on May 25, the Legion Go S 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)
This model features a 120Hz gaming handheld powered by an AMD Ryzen Z2 Go chip, with 16GB RAM and a 512GB SSD. Priced at $549.99, it matches the cost of the 512GB OLED Steam Deck.
Out May 25
Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS (AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme)
For those seeking more power, this variant comes with an AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme chip, 32GB RAM, and a 1TB SSD, available for $749.99.
Both configurations of the SteamOS-powered Legion Go S offer a 120Hz gaming experience and come equipped with two USB-C ports. Storage can be expanded effortlessly with a microSD card. Additionally, the device features trigger locks for hair triggers, enhancing performance in competitive shooters like Marvel Rivals.
With chips more potent than those in the Steam Deck, the Legion Go S should handle recent titles like Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Star Wars Outlaws, Dragon’s Dogma 2, and Monster Hunter Wilds, which might be challenging for the Deck.
Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS
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It's important to note that these SteamOS-based models differ from the earlier released Windows 11-based Legion Go S. For insights into why you might prefer the SteamOS 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 soon, potentially aligning with the launch of these Legion Go S models. This development means you'll soon have the flexibility to install SteamOS on a variety of handheld gaming PCs. If you're looking for devices with performance surpassing that of the Steam Deck, the Legion Go S stands out as a top contender.
