📋 Overview
The Lenovo Legion Go S is a compact and affordable Windows 11 handheld gaming PC powered by the exclusive AMD Ryzen Z2 Go processor. Designed for gamers who want PC gaming on the go without breaking the bank, it features an 8-inch 120Hz IPS display with VRR, detachable TrueStrike controllers with Hall Effect joysticks, 16GB LPDDR5X RAM, and up to 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD storage. Running full Windows 11, it gives access to Steam, Xbox Game Pass, Epic Games Store, and all PC launchers. With a 55.5WHr battery, dual fans, and Legion Space software at $499, it is the most affordable next-gen Windows handheld.
⚡ Hardware & Performance
Device TypeHandheld
PlatformWindows PC / Steam / Xbox
OSWindows 11
OS Version23H2
SoCAMD Ryzen Z2 Go (Custom 4nm)
CPUAMD Ryzen Z2 Go
ArchitectureZen 3+ (Rembrandt refresh)
Cores/Threads4C/8T
Base Clock3.0GHz
Boost Clock4.3GHz
Cache L38MB
Process4nm
GPUAMD Radeon 680M (RDNA 2, 12 CUs)
GPU ArchRDNA 2
Compute Units12
TFLOPS3.38 TFLOPS FP32
RAM16GB
RAM TypeLPDDR5X
RAM ChannelsDual Channel (2 x 8GB soldered)
RAM Speed6400 MT/s
Storage512GB / 1TB
Storage TypePCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD
Storage InterfacePCIe 4.0 x4
ExpandableM.2 2242 slot (user-replaceable)
Power & Thermal
TDP Min5W
TDP Max25W
Modes5W (Silent), 10W (Balanced), 15W (Performance), 20W (Turbo), 25W (Custom/Plugged-in Max)
CoolingLegion ColdFront 3.0: dual fan, dual heat pipe, vapor chamber
Fans2 (dual 85-blade sli
🖥️ Display
Built-in Display
TypeIPS-level LCD
Size8-inch
Resolution1920 x 1200
Aspect Ratio16:10
Refresh Rate120Hz
VRRAMD FreeSync Premium (48-120Hz range)
Brightness500 nits
Color GamutsRGB 100%, DCI-P3 85%
HDRYes (HDR10)
TouchYes
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5
External Output
Max Resolution4K (3840 x 2160)
4K @60Hz
1080p @120Hz
HDR OutputYes
UpscalingAMD FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR 2.0/3.0), Radeon Super Resolution (RSR)
🎮 Controllers & Input
TypeDetachable (Nintendo Switch style)
Thumbsticks2x full-size Hall Effect analog sticks (RGB backlit)
Thumbstick TechHall Effect sensors (anti-drift)
TriggersL & R Hall Effect analog triggers (progressive)
Trigger TechHall Effect sensors
BumpersL & R bumpers (tactile microswitches)
D-Pad8-way D-pad (mechanical switches)
ButtonsA, B, X, Y (mechanical switches with RGB backlighting)
System ButtonsView (Select), Menu (Start), Legion Space button, Quick Settings button
Gyro6-Axis IMU Gyroscope (3-axis gyro + 3-axis accelerometer)
HapticsHD Haptics (dual haptic feedback motors)
Back Buttons2x assignable back paddle buttons (M1, M2 per controller = 4 total)
Trackpads1x small touchpad (right controller, 30mm)
CustomizationLegion Space: per-game controller profiles, button remapping, trigger sensitivity, thumbstick curves, gyro config, RGB customization, FPS mode toggle
🔊 Audio
Speakers2-speaker system (front-facing stereo)
TechnologySmart Amplifier Technology
SurroundDolby Atmos (headphones), Windows Sonic
Hi-ResHi-Res Audio certified (wired)
MicrophoneBuilt-in dual microphone array
Noise CancelAI noise-canceling (Clear Voice)
3.5mm JackYes
🔋 Battery
TypeLi-ion (Lithium-ion polymer)
Capacity55.5WHrs
Cells4-cell
Gaming Life1.5 - 3.5 hours
Charging65W (USB-C PD 3.0)
Full Charge~1.5 hours (0-100% w
Pass-throughYes (pass-
🌐 Connectivity
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
Wi-Fi GenWi-Fi 6E
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3
BT Version5.3
USB Ports2x USB4 Type-C (both with DisplayPort 1.4 + Power Delivery 3.0)
USB-C2 (both USB4 40Gbps)
Power DeliveryPower Delivery 3.0 (65W input, 100W pass-through)
Card ReaderUHS-II microSD card reader (SD, SDXC, SDHC up to 2TB)
ThunderboltThunderbolt 4 (both USB4 ports)
📐 Physical
Dimensions299 x 131 x 41 mm (11.77 x 5.16 x 1.61 in)
Weight740 g (1.63 lbs) wit
BuildPolycarbonate (matte white)
ColorsGlacier White
🎯 Software & Games
StoreSteam, Xbox App, Epic Games Store, GOG, Battle.net
LauncherLegion Space (custom launcher + overlay)
Game PassXbox Game Pass Ultimate (3-month trial included)
Cloud GamingXbox Cloud Gaming, NVIDIA GeForce NOW, Amazon Luna, Boosteroid
StreamingSteam Remote Play, Moonlight, Parsec, AMD Link
Remote PlayXbox Remote Play, PS Remote Play (via app)
Quick ResumeYes (Instant Resume with Windows Modern Standby)
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