Lenovo Legion Go (2023)

Strong build quality Top-of-the-line display Tabletop mode is great Matches ROG Ally in power

Aspirational features are impractical Awkward button placements Legion Space needs work

“The Legion Go is a creative portable PC that delivers innovative features, though they aren't always the most practical ideas.”

Excellent display ; Great ergonomics ; Excellent detachable controllers ; Solid Windows experience, despite Windows itself ; Fun, fantastic gaming experience ; Great to watch content on

The battery life falls a little short

Excellent ergonomics, especially for folks with large hands, sturdy build, awesome display, and more than solid gameplay, have made the Legion Go nearly impossible to put down.

Solid build quality and feel ; Nice large 8.8" display with up to 144Hz and GHD+ resolution ; Detachable controllers w/ kickstand ; Comfortable to use even after extended sessions ; FPS mode turns right controller into a mouse ; microSD cards lot and...

No spot for charging cable in carrying case ; Windows needs to be streamlined for handhelds ; microSD slot only supports up to 2TB cards ; Fan noise can get loud, but that's to be expected ; Screen resolution is overkill ; Only OK battery life ; Like...

If you made it this far, that was quite the lengthy review (thanks for hanging in there!), and for good reason, as there is a lot to digest with the Lenovo Legion Go. As I just mentioned, it’s not perfect out of the gate, but will only get better with...

Quibbles aside, if you’re a PC gamer desiring a unique handheld that offers the versatility of Windows 11, the Lenovo Legion Go is a safe bet. It’s arguably the best Windows 11 handheld out now.

PC quality gaming in a handheld formfactor ; Handles just about any game that can run on Windows 11 ; Handheld, Tabletop, Keyboard/Mouse, & Big screen operational modes supported ; Excellent included protective case ; Extensive accessory support ;...

Not as capable as a full tower/laptop gaming PCs ; Windows 11 removed Windows 10's tablet interface that would have been perfect on this ; You may need to tweak game settings for best performance

The Lenovo Legion Go boasts a large 8.8-inch QHD+ display, an AMD Z1 Extreme chipset, excellent controls and full support for Windows 11. It has a touchpad, providing an incredible gaming experience with powerful graphics and detachable controllers.