Lenovo Legion Go S SteamOS Version Now Available for Preorder

Big 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 company other than Valve to ship with SteamOS, the Linux-based operating system powering the Steam Deck. The SteamOS-based Legion Go S will hit the market on May 25, with prices starting at $549.99. Let's explore the details further.

Preorder Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS

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

• 120Hz gaming handheld with AMD Ryzen Z2 Go
• 16GB RAM
• 512GB SSD
• $549.99 at Best Buy

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

• 120Hz gaming handheld with AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme
• 32GB RAM
• 1TB SSD
• $749.99 at Best Buy

The SteamOS-powered Lenovo Legion Go S comes in two configurations. The first model features an AMD Ryzen Z2 Go chip, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD, priced at $549.99, which matches the cost of the 512GB OLED Steam Deck. The second, more powerful variant is equipped with an AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme chip, 32GB RAM, and a 1TB SSD, priced at $749.99.

Regardless of the model you choose, you'll enjoy a 120Hz gaming handheld with two USB-C ports. Storage expansion is straightforward with a microSD card slot. Additionally, the device features trigger locks for hair triggers, enhancing your gameplay in competitive shooters like Marvel Rivals.

Both configurations boast more powerful chips than the Steam Deck, suggesting they can handle recent games that might be beyond the Deck's capabilities. This includes titles such as Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Star Wars Outlaws, Dragon’s Dogma 2, and Monster Hunter Wilds.

Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS

It's important to note that these SteamOS-based Legion Go S models are distinct from the earlier Windows 11-based Legion Go S. For insights into why you might want to steer clear of the Windows version, check out our Lenovo Legion Go S review. If you're still interested in the Windows model, it's available at Best Buy for $729.99.

Valve has also announced plans to make SteamOS available for other non-Steam Deck handhelds. This means you'll soon be able to install SteamOS on a variety of handheld gaming PCs, potentially coinciding with the launch of these SteamOS-based Legion Go S models. If you're seeking devices more powerful than the Steam Deck to run SteamOS, the Lenovo Legion Go S should be at the top of your list.