Lenovo Legion Go S.
A more affordable 8-inch Legion Go available in SteamOS or Windows configurations.
The Verdict.
Gavler Meta-Score
“A comfortable, well-priced middle ground — especially the SteamOS version if you want Deck-like software on bigger hardware.”
The Gavler Verdict
Precision Engineering
Official SteamOS Option
The first PC gaming handheld outside Valve to ship with SteamOS — far easier than Windows to navigate with a controller and touchscreen, per Tom's Hardware.
8" 1920x1200 120Hz LCD
A larger, sharper 500-nit screen than the Steam Deck's that covers about 97% DCI-P3 — part of why Windows Central calls it the better screen.
Ergonomic Mid-Tier Build
A more comfortable shape than the original Legion Go that undercuts the flagships while keeping the friction-free SteamOS experience.
Technical Specifications
The Scoreboard
Named the best mid-range handheld by Windows Central and praised for bringing SteamOS to non-Valve hardware; Tom's Hardware measured strong SteamOS performance on the Z1 Extreme model. A finicky trackpad and modest base-model power are the knocks.
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Prices checked April 2026
Global Critique
“If money is no object and you want the best performance you can get with SteamOS right now, the $829.99 Lenovo Legion Go S with Steam Deck will give you a great portable gaming experience.”
“The Lenovo Legion Go S is the first PC gaming handheld outside of Valve to get the OS, which is far easier than Windows to navigate with controllers and a touch screen.”
“The Legion Go S offers the same great operating system offered on Steam Deck and accompanies that with a more ergonomic shape and a better screen.”
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