Lenovo Legion Go S specs, prices, launch window, and more

Lenovo has unveiled the Legion Go S handheld at CES 2025. The console would be among the first to ship with SteamOS. However, users can also pick up a Windows-based option. For now, the handheld is being offered in an eight-inch form factor. Alongside this console, the company has also showcased a prototype of the 8.8-inch Legion Go OLED.

This handheld would likely be launched later this year. Besides this, the company has unveiled a host of products at CES, from gaming headsets to high-end Legion Pro gaming laptops and gaming monitors.

Let's focus on all the details you need to know about the new Legion Go S.

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Lenovo Legion Go S specs

The Legion Go S is among the first confirmed SteamOS handhelds (Image via Lenovo)

For starters, the Legion Go S is powered by the new Ryzen Z2 chipset introduced by AMD at CES. However, it has been optimized to form a 'Go' variant that specifically delivers better battery life for longer gaming hours on the go. You get eight Zen 4 cores with sixteen threads. Graphics are handled by an RDNA 3.5-based chip.

This console will be available with SteamOS. That variant will, however, be locked to 16 GB RAM. The Windows version, which hits shelves this month, will be available with 32 GB memory.

In terms of storage, the SteamOS option gets 512 GB while the Windows variant goes up to 1 TB. In terms of battery life, Lenovo has paired a 55Wh cell with the device and an advertised 2 to 2.5 hours of gameplay.

The detailed specifications are as follows:

Specification	Lenovo Legion Go S
Operating System	SteamOS (May 2025), Windows (January 2025)
Display	8-inch screen, 1920 x 1200 resolution, 120Hz refresh rate (variable)
Processor (SoC)	AMD Ryzen Z2 Go (Lenovo-exclusive), configurable TDP: 20W / 30W / 40W
Memory (RAM)	16GB (SteamOS version), 32GB (high-end Windows version)
Storage	512GB SSD (SteamOS), 1TB SSD (Windows), expandable via M.2 2280 SSD
GPU	Integrated AMD Radeon RDNA-based GPU
Battery	55Wh, 2 to 2.5 hours of gameplay for demanding titles
Weight	1.6 pounds
Design Features	Sculpted ergonomic grip, RGB joystick lighting, configurable trigger throw levers, improved touchpad
Connectivity	Dual USB 4 ports
Color Options	White, Black
Additional Features	Precompiled shaders and gyroscope support (SteamOS)
Pricing	$499.99 (SteamOS: 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD), $599.99 (Windows: 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD), $729.99 (Windows: 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD)

The console would be available in white and black colorways.

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What are the prices of Lenovo Legion Go S?

The base version of the Go S with 16 GB of RAM and 512 GB storage will sell for $499.99. This is the only option with SteamOS.

Those opting for the Windows option can choose between 16 or 32 GB of memory. The 16 GB + 1 TB option is pegged at $599.99, with the extra RAM option going for $729.99.

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When will the Lenovo Legion Go S launch?

The SteamOS variant of the Go S is set to launch in a few months (Image via Lenovo)

The Windows variant of the Go S will hit shelves in January 2025. However, only the high-end variant will be available for now. The remaining options, including the one with SteamOS, will be introduced in May. Lenovo hasn't specified the exact dates yet.

Overall, the upcoming handheld looks like a promising option in the handheld market. With the new processor and optimized battery life, gamers could get a decent option in the $500 range. The high-end option is pretty costly but it future-proofs your system.