This Black Friday, if you’ve been eyeing a powerhouse gaming handheld, you’re in luck! Some amazing deals are slashing prices on AMD Z1 Extreme devices, with the standout being Lenovo’s Legion Go. This little beast is now going for just $472.97, thanks to a hefty $227 discount. That’s not only cheaper than the Steam Deck OLED but it’s also a steal compared to the Asus ROG Ally X, which isn’t all that much faster than other Z1 Extreme-powered handhelds like the Legion Go and its sibling, the Asus ROG Ally. What really sets the Legion Go apart from the Asus devices is its massive 8.8-inch display and detachable controllers, giving you a Nintendo Switch vibe.
At this price, the Lenovo Legion Go is arguably among the top choices for gaming PC handhelds out there. Sure, to get the best performance out of these Z1 Extreme/Ryzen 7840U/Ryzen 8840U devices, you’ll need a solid power source, but it’s worth it for the gaming horsepower you’re getting. This is particularly great if you plan to use the device for gaming both on the go and at home.
But let’s keep it real and highlight a couple of areas where the Legion Go falls a bit short. Firstly, if you’re missing a desktop setup and are banking on using an external GPU, you might want to lean towards the Ally Extreme or Ally X. Those models offer better eGPU support, which could be crucial for some. While the Legion Go does feature dual USB4 ports, it doesn’t quite match up to OCuLink or Asus’ special eGPU connection, which means that maxing out GPU performance might be limited.
Another point to ponder is the screen technology. While the Legion Go comes with an IPS display, as opposed to an OLED, it’s not necessarily a setback but a different option. Despite the Steam Deck OLED delivering sharper contrast, the IPS panel on the Legion Go is nothing to scoff at—it’s bigger at 8.8 inches versus the Deck OLED’s 7.4 and runs 1080p at 144Hz. For those who crave more screen space and a vivid gaming landscape, this trade-off might be appealing.
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