Currently, on the handheld PC gaming console market, Valve’s Steam Deck reigns supreme. But the recently released ASUS ROG Ally has proven to be popular with gamers as well.
In this market, there are quite a number of brands, such as AYANEO, GPDWin, and ONEXPLAYER, plus a few others.
According to Windows Central, there’s a new challenger in the market. They said Lenovo is actively developing a gaming PC handheld known as “Legion Go,” which will run on Windows 11 to ensure optimal compatibility for PC gaming enthusiasts.
Reports from Windows Central indicate that the Legion Go will be equipped with AMD’s latest Phoenix processors. These processors, described as ultra-thin and designed with a focus on gaming, AI, and graphics for ultrabooks, strongly suggest that the Legion Go will indeed be a Windows PC gaming handheld under Lenovo’s popular gaming “Legion” brand.
The AMD Phoenix 7040 series chips are specifically designed to power thin and elegant ultrabook-style devices. This should bode well for the Legion Go, as the chips support 15W low-power states or even lower, which can enable smooth performance for lightweight games while maximising battery life, similar to what is seen in the Steam Deck and ASUS ROG Ally.
The Legion Go might feature an 8-inch screen, making it larger than competitors like the ASUS ROG Ally or the Steam Deck, both of which boast a 7-inch display.
In March 2021, a leak from Liliputing revealed Lenovo’s “Legion Play” project, which was an Android-based cloud-focused handheld device. It shared similarities with products like the Logitech G Cloud or the Razer Edge. However, despite the leak, the Legion Play was never officially released to the public.
While the leaked information about the Legion Play can give us insights into Lenovo’s design approach, it’s important to note that the fact that the Legion Play never made it to the market raises the possibility that the “Legion Go” may face a similar fate and might not be available for general purchase.
