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Ever since the launch of the Steam Deck in 2022, handheld consoles have taken on a new life. Handheld PC gaming devices had a niche market prior to 2022, but have now gone mainstream as other brands try their own take in the segment.

- GABRIEL PE

Lenovo threw its hat into the mix last year with the launch of its Lenovo Legion Go handheld gaming console, and it's the best in the market right now.

DESIGN

If there’s one word to describe the Lenovo Legion Go, it would be “massive.” Compared to its counterparts, the Legion Go is the biggest; in fact, as someone with small hands, I found certain actions difficult to execute. It’s also pretty heavy coming at 854g. While some may consider it a detriment, the detachable side controls are a trick up its sleeve to draw the crowd back.

The Lenovo Legion Go’s main tablet has an 8.8-inch QHD+ (2150 x 1660) IPS display with a 144Hz refresh rate. On top are the volume and power buttons, a USB-C 4.0 port, the microSD expansion slot, the 3.5mm headphone jack, speaker holes, and some exhaust vents. Underneath is another USB-C 4.0 port that can also charge the device. It’s useful when you want to charge the Legion Go within its carrying case. The notch to pull the kickstand when you want to go detachable mode can be found at the back and trackpad. 

The Lenovo Legion Go's main tablet has an 8.8-inch QHD+ (2150 x 1660) IPS display with a 144Hz refresh rate. On top are the volume and power buttons, a USB-C 4.0 port, the microSD expansion slot, the 3.5mm headphone jack, speaker holes, and some exhaust vents.

Underneath is another USB-C 4.0 port that can also charge the device. It's useful when you want to charge the Legion Go within its carrying case. The notch to pull the kickstand when you want to go detachable mode can be found at the back.