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Tom's Guide
4 days ago
- Tom's Guide
Forget the Switch 2 — right now you can save $150 off one of the best handheld gaming PCs
Summer is still in full swing and it's a great time to travel, but if you love PC gaming that can mean leaving behind some of your favorite ways to pass the time. Not so if you own one the Lenovo Legion Go, which for a limited time has been discounted down to $599 at Best Buy. That's $150 off the usual $650 asking price, a sweet discount on one of the best handheld gaming consoles you could buy this summer. The Lenovo Legion Go gives you a gorgeous 8.8-inch display with 144Hz refresh rate, and those detachable controllers (plus built-in kickstand) for quick multiplayer action. Inside you'll find that powerful AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme chip, 16GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD. Now look, I know if I mention "handheld gaming consoles" right now most people think of the new Nintendo Switch 2. But what's cool about the Lenovo Legion Go is that it copies one of the Switch's best features: those cool removable handheld controllers! As you can read in our Lenovo Legion Go review, those detachable controllers and the built-in kickstand make the Go great for PC gaming on the go, alone or with a pal. You can plop one of those controllers into an included base and use it on your knee or coffee table like a mouse, too, just like you can on the Switch 2! The Lenovo Legion Go comes with a pair of USB-C ports as well, so you could conceivably plug in accessories like wired controllers if you want to set the Go up on a tray or coffee table. You can play lots of your favorite PC games well on the sharp 8.8" (2560x1600) 144Hz touchscreen thanks to the Go's powerful AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme chip with Radeon graphics and 16GB of RAM. Plus, with 1TB of SSD storage you can squeeze a good number of games on there for your next trip. Plus, since the Go runs on a full copy of Windows 11 you can even get work done on it in a pinch. Admittedly, you'll probably want to plug in a USB-C mouse and keyboard since the Go's touchscreen is not the best for serious typing, but this functionality can help you get a spot of work done in between vacation gaming sessions. This is a great opportunity to score a high-end Lenovo Legion Go that's effectively also a fully functional portable PC for not much more than the Nintendo Switch 2 costs (assuming you luck into a Nintendo Switch 2 restock, of course), so act fast if you want one!
CNET
07-07-2025
- CNET
I Love Extra Storage, and This 1TB Lenovo Legion Go S Is Now $230 Off, Making It Less Than the 512GB Model
Love gaming? Then why not take it on the go? Handheld consoles are wildly convenient, keeping you engaged in sessions while traveling. With so much excitement around the Switch and now the Switch 2, they've been making a comeback in various forms. Now you can get the 1TB version of Lenovo's Legion Go S handheld for just $500 at Best Buy. Just note that this version runs WindowsOS, rather than SteamOS, which may make a difference for some shoppers. This handheld has an 8-inch display with 500 nits of brightness and a 120Hz refresh rate and VRR, as well as a 16:10 aspect ratio. It weighs just 1.6 pounds, is powered by the AMD Ryzen Z2 Go and uses WindowsOS, so it's compatible with Windows 11. CNET's Scott Stein didn't love his experience with certain aspects of this handheld, including lag at the $730 price point, but perhaps a sizeable $230 discount makes it a better value. Hey, did you know? CNET Deals texts are free, easy and save you money. The handheld has 32GB of RAM and 1TB of SSD storage, so you'll have the specs to power your games on the go. And you can also add up to 1TB of extra storage with an additional microSD card (sold separately). The device also has dual USB-C ports for accessories, like docks or external monitors. Plus, you'll also get three months of Xbox PC game pass with your purchase. Want the SteamOS model instead? You can get the 512GB version for $600 or the 1TB version for $830. Best Prime Day Laptops Deals It's never too early to start shopping for an upgrade to your laptop, and our favorite Prime Day laptop deals are guaranteed to save you time and money. Check out the best savings here. See Now Why this deal matters Why pay more for less? Right now the 1TB model of this handheld device is cheaper than the 512GB option, which is a great reason to upgrade. We're not sure how long this deal will last, so we'd recommend making your purchase soon to lock in this low price.
The Verge
03-07-2025
- The Verge
We confirmed Nintendo's Switch 2 TV dock supports VRR — so why doesn't it work with Switch 2?
You want your games to play the smoothest they possibly can — but sometimes, screen technology gets in the way. That's why some of the latest TVs and handhelds feature variable refresh rate (VRR) screens that can compensate when your graphics can't deliver a consistent 60 or 120 frames per second. The Nintendo Switch 2 has a VRR screen — and originally, Nintendo advertised that the Switch 2 would also work with your VRR-capable TV. But Nintendo soon scrubbed mentions of docked VRR from its website, and on May 16th, it apologized. 'Nintendo Switch 2 supports VRR in handheld mode only,' the company told Nintendo Life, apologizing for 'the incorrect information.' But I've just confirmed that the official Nintendo Switch 2 dock does support VRR — by plugging the Steam Deck into it. In fact, we found multiple rival handhelds can output 4K at 120Hz with both HDR and VRR if you plug them into the Nintendo Switch 2 dock. I saw the same with the Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS, and an Asus ROG Ally X with Bazzite. We got the idea from Reddit, where u/DynaMach and others have reported VRR working this way. It's not particularly practical to play a PC handheld via Nintendo's dock, because you'll need a female-to-male USB-C extension cable and you'll need to continually hold it against Nintendo's spring-loaded platform to keep it from getting ejected — but I just so happened to have one of those cables lying around. And before you ask, yes, I did actually test that 4K VRR actually works at up to 120 frames per second — I didn't just trust SteamOS's flag that it was supported. I downloaded the open-source VRRTest tool and messed with framerates to see intermediate framerates between 48fps and 60fps and 90fps all stayed smooth on my TV, compared to the judder when VRR is disabled. So if the Switch 2 supports VRR, and the dock supports VRR, why does Nintendo not offer VRR display output from the Nintendo Switch 2? It would be a boon in many games, whether we're talking about games like Cyberpunk 2077 that don't run at 60fps on Switch to begin with, or even games that only occasionally dip below that threshold (say, 55fps) where that dip currently manifests as a big stutter in your gameplay. Personally, I think it's possible Nintendo just doesn't think the Switch 2 is ready to put it on the big screen. Last month, Digital Foundry found 'clear problems' even in the Switch 2's handheld VRR mode, including judder in Cyberpunk 2077 and No Man's Sky's 40fps 'performance' modes, and even in Hitman: World of Assassination's unlocked-but-capped 60fps mode — even though Nintendo's own Welcome Tour showed proper VRR support. 'Clearly the feature is in there and working, because the Welcome Tour proves it, but the actual implementation in other games so far is disappointing,' Digital Foundry's Rich Leadbetter explained on a podcast. But if you're looking for technical reasons why Nintendo might not pass along VRR to the official dock, Leadbetter tells me he hasn't yet heard a good theory. He does believe, however, that Nintendo probably made an honest mistake when it wrote, then apologized for writing, that the Switch 2 would support VRR in TV mode. He doubts that Nintendo axed the feature at the last minute. This is just the latest technological weirdness around the Switch 2's launch, like we saw when testing the Switch 2's semi-locked-down USB-C video output and why the best webcams didn't work. But as before, Nintendo is staying silent: it didn't have a comment for our story.
Tom's Guide
26-06-2025
- Tom's Guide
Score! Lenovo Legion Go is $200 off on Amazon right now
As someone who reviews the best handheld gaming consoles for a living, I'm always excited to recommend them, but the price tags on some of these devices can be a bit of a buzzkill. Good news, though! One of my top picks is currently on sale for a steep discount. Right now, the Lenovo Legion Go is on sale for $499 at Amazon. At $200 off, this is the lowest price we've seen since Black Friday and one of the best early Prime Day deals around. This Windows 11 handheld is reminiscent of the Nintendo Switch 2 in its design, but on par with the Asus ROG Ally X in performance. At this discounted price, the Legion Go is a fantastic device that I recommend. The Lenovo Legion Go is on the higher end of PC gaming handheld tech, which makes its lower price even more stunning. On top, you've got that gorgeous 8.8-inch display with 144Hz refresh rate, and those detachable controllers (plus built-in kickstand) for quick multiplayer action. Whereas inside, you'll find that powerful AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme chip, 16GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD. Like I said in my Lenovo Legion Go review, this is one of the finest Windows 11 handhelds you can get. It's got an AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme chip with Radeon graphics and 16GB of RAM, so you can play even the best PC games at medium to high settings. It also has a gorgeous 8.8-inch, 2560x1600, 144Hz IPS touchscreen that makes everything look amazing. Like the Nintendo Switch 2, the Legion Go has detachable controllers and a built-in kickstand. The right controller even turns into a mouse when it's detached, which is a neat trick that Switch 2 now has. The kickstand is handy for tabletop use, especially if you connect to one of the best PC game controllers. Now, you won't always get high frame rates when you play at native resolution, but dropping down to 1920 x 1200 will usually get you a smooth 30 to 45 frames per second. If you really want more frames, 800p is an option, but the image quality takes a hit on that big screen. Even though the Legion Go 2 is coming out later this year, the original Legion Go is still a fantastic recommendation, especially at this discounted price. It's a solid pick if you want to game on the go without sacrificing too much on performance or visuals.
Tom's Guide
10-06-2025
- Tom's Guide
Lenovo Legion Go is now $100 off in this epic Best Buy deal — and it's the Switch 2 of handheld gaming PCs
The Nintendo Switch 2 is out and making waves, but if you're a PC gamer opting for something more powerful on a handheld device, then you'll want to set your sights on this Lenovo Legion Go — as it's $100 off! Right now, the Lenovo Legion Go with a 1TB SSD has a $100 price cut at Best Buy, and it's still one of the best handheld gaming PCs you can get thanks to the power it packs under the hood. And yes, it even outshines the recent Legion Go S with its AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme performance. It even features detachable controllers that can be used as a mouse. Essentially, you'll be getting the Switch 2 of Windows PC gaming handhelds, and with power to boot. The Lenovo Legion Go is still one of the best handheld gaming PCs to get, with the might of its AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme processor and 16GB of RAM powering through AAA games at steady frame rates. I've been a huge fan of its 8.8-inch 144Hz display and detachable controllers (that can turn into a mouse!) since it came out, and even better, this model comes with a handy 1TB SSD. With a $100 discount, the Legion Go is a handheld worth checking out. More portable consoles may be on the horizon, but the Lenovo Legion Go still earns its spot as one of the best gaming handhelds you can grab, and this model with a 1TB SSD is now made even better thanks to its $100 price cut. You'll be able to run AAA games thanks to the power of its AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme and 16GB of RAM onboard, with AMD's FSR upscaling tech boosting visuals and frame rates. Don't expect to crank up settings in titles like Cyberpunk 2077 to max, but if you tinker with settings, you'll get smooth frame rates in the best PC games while you're on the move. Who said the Switch 2 was the first to bring out detachable controllers that can be used as a mouse? Well, the Legion Go kicked off that trend, and I've enjoyed my time playing FPS titles like Doom Eternal or Turbo Overkill on the Legion Go while using the controller as a mouse. Sure, Windows 11 can feel a tad clunky at times, and we hoped that its battery life would last longer than 2 hours, but that shouldn't take away from what the Legion Go can achieve. Especially when you're gaming on its 8.8-inch QHD+ (2,560 x 1,600) display with a 144Hz refresh rate. Whether you play games on Steam, Xbox Game Pass or others and want to play your PC titles while traveling or just lying on the couch, the Legion Go in this deal is a great shout now that it's $100 off. I'll have you know it even matches the performance of the MSI Cyborg 15 gaming laptop, and that's one of our favorites! Don't think this is the right Father's Day gift idea? Not to worry, as we have plenty more in store. Even the PS5 Pro got a price cut!
