Lenovo Legion Go S SteamOS Version Now Available for Preorder

Exciting news for fans of handheld PC gaming: The Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS is now available for preorder at Best Buy. This portable gaming device marks the first time a company other than Valve has shipped a product with SteamOS, the Linux-based operating system known for powering the Steam Deck. The SteamOS-based Legion Go S will hit the market on May 25, starting at $549.99. Let's delve into the specifics.

Preorder Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS

Out May 25

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

This model features a 120Hz gaming handheld powered by an AMD Ryzen Z2 Go chip, complemented by 16GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD. Priced at $549.99, it matches the cost of the 512GB OLED Steam Deck.

Out May 25

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

For those seeking more power, this version includes a 120Hz gaming handheld with the AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme chip, 32GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD. It's available for $749.99.

Both models of the SteamOS-powered Legion Go S offer a 120Hz gaming experience and come equipped with two USB-C ports. Storage can be easily expanded using a microSD card. Additionally, the inclusion of trigger locks enables hair triggers, a feature that's particularly useful in competitive shooters such as Marvel Rivals.

These configurations boast more powerful chips than the Steam Deck, which should allow them to run recent games that might be challenging for the Deck, including titles like Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Star Wars Outlaws, Dragon's Dogma 2, and Monster Hunter Wilds.

Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS

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

Valve has announced plans to make SteamOS available for other non-Steam Deck handhelds, indicating that soon you'll be able to install SteamOS on various handheld gaming PCs. This development is expected to coincide with the launch of these SteamOS-based Legion Go S models. If you're keen on running SteamOS on devices more powerful than the Steam Deck, the Legion Go S models should be at the top of your list.