This Black Friday, AMD’s powerful Z1 Extreme handhelds are snagging the spotlight with prices dropping to new lows. One standout deal is the Lenovo Legion Go, available with a jaw-dropping $227 discount, bringing it down to just $472.97. This price point beats even the Steam Deck OLED and significantly undercuts the Asus ROG Ally X, despite current sales. The performance difference between the Asus ROG Ally X and other Z1 Extreme-based handhelds like the Lenovo Legion Go is minor. The Legion Go, however, shines with its impressive 8.8-inch screen and detachable controllers reminiscent of the Nintendo Switch.
At this price, the Legion Go stands as one of the top contenders in the gaming PC handheld market. While the Z1 Extreme/Ryzen 7840U/Ryzen 8840U devices require a robust power source for optimal performance, surpassing that of the Deck and Deck OLED, their performance is a significant advantage—especially if you intend to game at home.
It’s challenging to emphasize just how compelling the Lenovo Legion Go is at this cost. However, there are a few potential downsides to consider for a more balanced view.
For starters, those lacking a home desktop and considering an external GPU solution might find the Ally Extreme or Ally X more suitable. These models have better eGPU support compared to the Legion Go. Although the Legion Go supports dual USB4, it’s not quite on par with OCuLink or Asus’s unique eGPU connector, leading to potential bottlenecks for high-power GPUs.
Additionally, the Legion Go features an IPS display rather than an OLED. But given that OLED hasn’t become a standard in handhelds yet, this choice is more about trade-offs than actual drawbacks. While an OLED screen like the one on the Steam Deck offers better contrast, the IPS screens still stand strong, especially with its larger 8.8-inch size, higher resolution, and faster refresh rate (1080p at 144Hz) compared to the Deck OLED’s 7.4 inches and 90 Hz at 800p. This makes the Legion Go a great choice for gamers who appreciate expansive screen space and immersive play.
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