Lenovo · Legion Go S
Lenovo Legion Go S (Windows)
Mid-range / mainstream · Active — current mid-range SKU
The Legion Go S is a comfortable, slimmer 8" Z2 Go handheld with genuine Hall-effect sticks. Reviewers were blunt that the Windows build wastes the hardware — the same chassis running SteamOS is markedly faster and more efficient — so the Windows SKU mainly suits buyers committed to the Windows ecosystem.
Pros
- Comfortable slimmer chassis with Hall-effect sticks and triggers
- Dual USB4 ports and microSD
- Good 8" 1920 × 1200 120 Hz display
Cons
- Windows noticeably hampers performance vs. the SteamOS variant
- Poor Windows suspend/resume and standby drain
- Modest Ryzen Z2 Go (4c / 8t) is the weakest APU in the family
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Configurations
Ryzen Z2 Go · 16/32 GB · 512 GB / 1 TB
Ryzen Z2 Go · RDNA 2 (12 CUs — Radeon 680M) · 4c / 8t · 5 – 30 W TDP · 16 GB · 512 GB base / 1 TB upper — PCIe 4.0 NVMe (M.2 2242)
$599.99 announced target; ~$599–729 street (tested 16 GB config up to $729.99 at Best Buy) $600 (as of 29 Jun 2026)
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- Size
- 8"
- Panel
- IPS
- Resolution
- 1920 × 1200
- Refresh rate
- 120
- Touch
- Yes
Controls & input
- Hall-effect sticks
- Yes
- Triggers
- Hall Effect (adjustable trigger switches)
- Gyro
- Yes
- Back buttons
- 2
- Layout
- Non-detachable Hall Effect sticks; 2 macro/grip buttons
Battery & power
- Capacity
- 55.5 Wh
- Charger
- 65 W
- Life (balanced)
- ~3–4 hr
- Life (high TDP)
- ~1.5 hr at 30 W
Thermals & noise
- Fans
- 1
Build & ergonomics
- Weight
- 738 g
- Dimensions
- 299 × 128 × 22.6 mm
- Materials
- Plastic
- Notes
- Slimmer profile than Legion Go 1; non-detachable controllers; high-quality feel
Connectivity & ports
- Ports
- 2× USB4 40 Gbps (DP + PD), 3.5 mm, microSD
- USB4 / Thunderbolt
- Yes — 2× USB4
- External GPU
- No dedicated eGPU
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi 6E
- Bluetooth
- 5.3
Reliability & common issues
- Software (Windows)high
Windows hobbles performance and was rated negatively — Notebookcheck labelled the Windows variant a "Windows victim"
- Suspend/Resumemoderate
Poor Windows suspend/resume with standby battery drain
- Batterylow
55.5 Wh is moderate for a Windows handheld
FAQ
How much does the Lenovo Legion Go S (Windows) cost?
The Lenovo Legion Go S (Windows) starts from $600 (as of 29 Jun 2026). Pricing varies by configuration and retailer — check the latest on Amazon.
What operating system does the Lenovo Legion Go S (Windows) run?
It runs Windows 11 — full access to every PC storefront and anti-cheat, with more UI friction than SteamOS.
Does the Lenovo Legion Go S (Windows) have Hall-effect sticks?
Yes — the Lenovo Legion Go S (Windows) uses Hall-effect analog sticks, which use magnets instead of contact potentiometers and don’t develop drift over time.
Sources & data quality
Compiled from manufacturer specs and independent reviews. Last verified 29 Jun 2026. Unknown values are left blank rather than guessed.
Recorded conflicts
- priceUsd: Notebookcheck cites Best Buy $729.99 for the tested 16 GB config; Engadget/The Verge reported $499–599 for base SKUs — different SKUs, and the Windows variant is more expensive than the SteamOS base
