The SteamOS Version of the Lenovo Legion Go S Is Up for Preorder

Exciting news for handheld PC gaming enthusiasts: the Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS is now available for preorder at Best Buy. This marks a significant milestone as it's the first device from a manufacturer other than Valve to come equipped with SteamOS, the Linux-based operating system powering the Steam Deck. The SteamOS-based Lenovo Legion Go S is set to launch on May 25, with prices starting at $549.99. Let’s explore what this new gaming handheld offers.

Preorder Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS

Out May 25

Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS (AMD Ryzen Z2 Go)

This model features a 120Hz gaming handheld with an AMD Ryzen Z2 Go processor, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD. Priced at $549.99, it matches the cost of the 512GB OLED Steam Deck. Available at Best Buy.

Out May 25

Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS (AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme)

For those seeking more power, the second configuration comes with an AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme chip, 32GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD. This model is priced at $749.99 and can also be preordered at Best Buy.

Both versions of the Lenovo Legion Go S come equipped with a 120Hz display and two USB-C ports, making them versatile for gaming on the go. You can further expand the storage using a microSD card. Additionally, the device features trigger locks that enable hair triggers, enhancing your gameplay, especially in competitive shooters like Marvel Rivals.

The Legion Go S models boast more powerful chips than the Steam Deck, which theoretically allows them to run newer, more demanding games such as Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Star Wars Outlaws, Dragon’s Dogma 2, and Monster Hunter Wilds, which might be out of reach for the Steam Deck.

Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS

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It's important not to confuse these SteamOS-based Legion Go S models with the earlier Windows 11-based Legion Go S, which launched earlier this year. For insights on why the Windows version might not be the best choice, check out our Lenovo Legion Go S review. If you're still interested, the Windows 11 model is available at Best Buy for $729.99.

Valve has announced that SteamOS will soon be available for other non-Steam Deck handhelds, suggesting that gamers will be able to install SteamOS on a variety of handheld gaming PCs in the near future, possibly coinciding with the launch of these Lenovo Legion Go S models. If you're seeking a device that runs SteamOS and is more powerful than the Steam Deck, the Lenovo Legion Go S should be high on your list.