Lenovo Legion Go S SteamOS Preorder Now Available

Exciting news for handheld PC gaming enthusiasts: the Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS is now available for preorder at Best Buy. This innovative device marks the first time a company other than Valve has produced a gaming handheld with SteamOS, the Linux-based operating system found on the Steam Deck. The SteamOS-powered Lenovo Legion Go S will hit the market on May 25, starting at an enticing price of $549.99. Let's explore what this new gadget brings to the table.

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 display powered by an AMD Ryzen Z2 Go processor, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD. It's priced at $549.99 at Best Buy, making it a compelling alternative to the 512GB OLED Steam Deck at the same price point.

Out May 25

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

For those seeking more power, the higher-end version comes with an AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme chip, 32GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD. This model will set you back $749.99 at Best Buy.

Both versions of the SteamOS-powered Legion Go S offer a 120Hz gaming handheld experience with the added convenience of two USB-C ports. Storage can be expanded effortlessly with a microSD card slot. Additionally, the device includes trigger locks for hair triggers, a feature that can significantly enhance your performance in competitive shooters like Marvel Rivals.

With chips more powerful than those in the Steam Deck, the Lenovo Legion Go S is poised to handle recent heavy hitters like Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Star Wars Outlaws, Dragon’s Dogma 2, and Monster Hunter Wilds, which might be challenging for the Steam Deck.

Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS

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It's important to distinguish these SteamOS-based models from the earlier Windows 11-based Lenovo Legion Go S released this year. For insights on why you might want to steer clear of the Windows version, check out our Lenovo Legion Go S review. If you're still interested, it's available at Best Buy for $729.99.

Valve has also announced plans to open up SteamOS for use on other non-Steam Deck handhelds. This move suggests that soon, you'll be able to install SteamOS on virtually any handheld gaming PC, possibly coinciding with the launch of these SteamOS-based Legion Go S models. If you're after a device that's more powerful than the Steam Deck and runs SteamOS, the Lenovo Legion Go S should be high on your list.