Lenovo Legion Go Handheld To Feature AMD Ryzen Z1 APUs & AR-Powered Gaming Experience

Lenovo Legion Go will be much more than a simple handheld device and the second console to be powered by AMD's Ryzen Z1 APUs. Windows Report discloses that the highly-anticipated handheld will feature separate AR glasses for an immersive experience.

Lenovo's Legion Go Will Feature Everything One Could Wish For in a Handheld Console Including AMD's Power-Efficient Ryzen Z1 APUs

In our previous coverage, we discussed the potential appearance of the device, but we have obtained much more information now. Starting from the design language, Lenovo has adopted a "hybrid" approach, combining popular elements from its competitors and integrating them into a single package. This statement is backed by the fact that Lenovo Legion Go has detachable joysticks, Steam Deck design language, and onboard specifications similar to ROG Ally.

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Before going into specifications and other stuff, let's discuss Lenovo’s AR Glasses. This approach by the company is somewhat questionable since the domain of augmented reality hasn't transitioned into handheld devices, and I believe this is Lenovo's way of standing out. Lenovo aims to provide users with an immersive gaming experience, adopting a similar path to what Apple's recently-announced "Vision Pro" follows.

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However, this does have some constraints, with the primary one being power consumption management. Since it is said that the AR Glasses could be connected with a Lenovo Legion Pro USB-C port, this simply means that the company will have to make refinements in the power delivery department, which could put performance at stake. This is merely an assumption, though, as if Lenovo wants it could slap a 75Wh (19,500mAh) battery, similar to AYANEO's KUN, and get the job done.

Coming to the expected features of the Legion Go, it could include an 8-inch screen with much smaller bezels than its counterparts. It also comes with the ordinary buttons configuration with a trackpad (unique to Steam Deck), hence justifying the "hybrid" approach Lenovo has taken with the device. At the back of the device, you will see the usual trigger buttons necessary for an adequate experience; however, the diagram shows a kickstand for placing the device anywhere you want.

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Moving on to the decisive factor, which is onboard specifications. Lenovo Legion Go is expected to feature AMD's Ryzen Z1 APUs, which have gained immense traction in the industry, especially after integrating into ASUS's ROG Ally. We hope the company utilizes both the standard and "Extreme" variants of the Z1 APUs to give users extensive options. For more information on Z1 APUs, you can view our detailed coverage here.

While the source hasn't disclosed information about the battery life, we expect it to be top-notch, especially since the company plans to power its AR Glasses through the handheld. As mentioned above, a larger battery could become a necessity here, which is why it is reported that the handheld device will feature an enhanced cooling system.

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Lenovo's Legion Go is expected to catch all the limelight once released, mainly due to the company's approach towards the device. Windows Report discloses that we could see a launch at IFA 2023, a consumer electronics show expected to be held in Berlin on September 2023. We aren't aware of the pricing of the model, but based on the above-surfaced specifications, it will surely be at the higher end, similar to what the ROG Ally is priced at. Expect more details to unravel soon.

Handheld Gaming Console Lineup:

Name	Lenovo Legion Go	Ayaneo Air 1S	AOKZOE A1 Pro	AOKZOE A2	ASUS ROG ALLY	AYANEO 2S	GPD Win Max 2	GPD Win 4 (2023)
CPU Name	AMD Ryzen Z1 Series	AMD Ryzen 7 7840U	AMD Ryzen 7 7840U	AMD Ryzen 7 7840U	AMD Ryzen Z1 Series	AMD Ryzen 7 7840U	AMD Ryzen 7 7840U	AMD Ryzen 7 7840U AMD Ryzen 5 7640U
CPU Architecture	Zen 4	Zen 4	Zen 4	Zen 4	Zen 4	Zen 4	Zen 4	Zen 4
GPU Architecture	RDNA 3	RDNA 3	RDNA 3	RDNA 3	RDNA 3	RDNA 3	RDNA 3	RDNA 3
Process Node	TSMC 4nm	TSMC 4nm	TSMC 4nm	TSMC 4nm	TSMC 4nm	TSMC 4nm	TSMC 4nm	TSMC 4nm
CPU Cores / Threads	8 / 16	8 / 16	8 / 16	8 / 16	8 / 16	8 / 16	8 / 16	8 / 16 6 / 12
CPU Clock Speeds	5.1 GHz	5.1 GHz	5.1 GHz	5.1 GHz	5.1 GHz	5.1 GHz	5.1 GHz	5.1 GHz 4.9 GHz
GPU Cores	12 CU	12 CU	12 CU	12 CU	12 CU	12 CU	12 CU	12 CU 8 CU
GPU Clock Speeds	2800 MHz	2700 MHz	2700 MHz	2700 MHz	2800 MHz	2800 MHz	2700 MHz	2700 MHz 2600 MHz
Memory	TBD	32-64 GB LPDDR5x	32-64 GB LPDDR5x	32-64 GB LPDDR5x	16 GB LPDDR5-6400	16 GB LPDDR5x-7500	16 GB LPDDR5x-7500	16-64 GB LPDDR5x-7500
Storage	TBD	512 - 2 TB (M.2)	512 - 2 TB (M.2)	TBD	512 GB (M.2) + Micro-SD UHS-H	512 GB - 2 TB (M.2)	512 GB - 2 TB (M.2)	512 GB - 4 TB
Display Refresh Rate	TBD	60 Hz	60 Hz	TBD	120 Hz	TBD	TBD	60 Hz
Display Size	TBD	5.5-Inch	8-Inch	7-Inch	7-Inch	7-Inch	10.1-Inch	6-Inch
Display Resolution	TBD	1920x1080	1920x1200	1920x1200	1920x1080	1920x1200	1920x1200	1920x1200
Screen Type	TBD	Amoled	Full IPS	Laminated IPS	TBD	Full IPS	Full IPS	Full IPS
WiFi Option	TBD	WIFI 6E + B5 5.2	WIFI 6E + B5 5.2	WIFI 6E + B5 5.2	WIFI 6E + B5 5.2	WIFI 6.0 + BT 5.0	WIFI 6.0 + BT 5.0	WIFI 6.0 + BT 5.0
Battery Size	TBD	38Wh	65Wh 100W GaN Fast Charger	48Wh 65W GaN Fast Charger	40Wh	50.25Wh	67Wh	45.62Wh
Weight	TBD	405g	729g	600g	608g	TBD	1005g	598g
Form Factor	TBD	224x89.5x21.6mm	28.5 x 12.5 x 2.1mm	TBD	28.0 x 11.3 x 3.9mm	TBD	227 × 160 × 23 mm	220 × 92 × 28 mm
Operating System	Windows 11	Windows 11	Windows 11	Windows 11	Windows 11	Windows 11	Windows 11	Windows 11
Release Date	Q4 2023	2023	May 2023	May 2023	May 2023	May 2023	May 2023	August, 2023
Price	TBD	$799 (16 GB + 512 GB)	$799 US (32 GB +512 GB)	TBD	$699 (Z1 Extreme) $599 (Z1 Standard)	TBD	730 EUR (7640U+16+1) 959 EUR (7840U+32+2)	TBD

Written by Muhammad Zuhair