This Black Friday, the buzz is all about powerful AMD Z1 Extreme handhelds being offered at rock-bottom prices, with a standout deal bringing the Lenovo Legion Go down by a hefty $227 to just $472.97. This markdown puts it below the cost of the Steam Deck OLED and significantly cheaper than other handhelds like the Asus ROG Ally X, even amidst the ongoing Black Friday sales. While the Asus ROG Ally X does deliver slight performance improvements over other Z1 Extreme-based devices, the Legion Go steals the show with its larger 8.8-inch screen and detachable controllers reminiscent of the Nintendo Switch, which really sets it apart.
At this price point, the Legion Go is arguably one of the top contenders for anyone considering a gaming PC handheld. Although the Z1 Extreme/Ryzen 7840U/Ryzen 8840U devices require a solid power source or a robust battery bank to fully outpace the Deck and Deck OLED, having such potent performance at your fingertips, especially for home use, is undeniably appealing.
Highlighting the Lenovo Legion Go’s exceptional value is easy, though it’s also important to present a balanced view by acknowledging some potential drawbacks.
For example, individuals without a desktop setup who are considering employing an external GPU docking solution might find the Ally Extreme or Ally X to be more suitable choices, thanks to their superior eGPU support. Although the Legion Go offers dual USB4 connectivity, it falls short of the OCuLink or Asus’ proprietary eGPU connector’s capabilities, resulting in possible limitations when pairing with high-powered GPUs.
In addition, the Legion Go sports an IPS screen rather than an OLED one. However, given that OLED hasn’t become standard across handhelds yet, this is more about personal preference than a downside. Sure, the Steam Deck OLED gives better contrast, but the IPS screens, especially when measured at the Legion Go’s expansive 8.8 inches, deliver solid performance with higher resolution and faster refresh rates (1080p at 144Hz compared to the Deck OLED’s 800p at 90 Hz). For gamers who crave larger screen experiences and deep immersion, the Legion Go seems like an ideal companion.
As you prepare for Black Friday, we’re putting in the work to scout out the best bargains for you. If you’re hunting for more treasures, head over to our Black Friday Computer Hardware Deals Live blog for a myriad of products, or check out our dedicated pages for SSD and Storage Deals Live, Monitor Deals Live, Graphics Card Deals, or CPU Deals for more specialized finds.
