| Name | Lenovo Legion Go | Valve Steam Deck |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| MSRP | $699.99 | $349 |
| Released | 2023 | 2022 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Current price | Lenovo, Amazon | Steampowered, Amazon |
| Operating system | ||
| Operating system & version | Windows 11 Home | Steam OS 3 |
| Display specifications | ||
| Display type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Display size (inch) | 8.8″ | 7.0″ |
| Resolution (pixels W×H) | 2560×1600 | 1280×800 |
| Refresh rate (max) | 144 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Variable refresh rate (VRR)? | No | No |
| Brightness (max) | 500 nits | 400 nits |
| Brightness auto-adjust? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Touchscreen | ✔ | ✔ |
| Processing & performance hardware | ||
| CPU | AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme | Custom AMD Zen 2 |
| CPU speed (max) | 5.1 GHz | 3.5 GHz |
| CPU cores | 8 | 4 |
| GPU | RDNA 3 | RDNA 2 |
| GPU speed (max) | 2.7 GHz max | 1.6 GHz max |
| GPU cores | 12 cores | 8 cores |
| RAM (options) | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| RAM speed | 7500 MT/s | 5500 MT/s |
| Storage space | ||
| Internal storage options (GB) | 512 | 1TB (+$50) | 64 | 256 (+$50) | 512 (+$100) |
| Storage type | NVMe SSD | 64 GB: eMMC Others: NVMe SSD |
| Form factor (SSD) | M.2 2242 | M.2 2230 |
| MicroSD card slot? | Yes; UHS-II | Yes; UHS-I |
| Other built-in hardware | ||
| Microphone? | ✔ 2× | ✔ 2× |
| Speakers? | ✔ 2× | ✔ 2× |
| Haptics? (vibration motors) | ✔ HD haptics | ✔ HD haptics |
| Light sensor? | ✔ | ✔ Dual |
| Webcam? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Cellular network | ❌ | ❌ |
| Ports | ||
| USB-C (charging) port | 2× USB-C 4 | 1× USB-C 3.2 |
| USB-A port? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Headphone jack? (3.5 mm AUX out) | ✔ | ✔ |
| Video out? | DisplayPort via USB-C | DisplayPort via USB-C, 8K/60Hz, 4K/120Hz |
| Other ports | None | None |
| Battery | ||
| Charging speed (max) | 65 W | 45 W |
| Battery capacity | 49.2 Wh | 40 Wh |
| Hours of battery life (as specified) | not specified | 2-8 h |
| Buttons & controls | ||
| Thumbsticks? | ✔ (offset) | ✔ (parallel) |
| ABXY buttons? | ✔ | ✔ |
| D-pad? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Triggers? (LT & RT) | ✔ | ✔ |
| Bumpers (LB & RB) | ✔ | ✔ |
| View & menu button | ✔ | ✔ |
| Gyro controls? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Trackpad? | ✔ 1× | ✔ 2× 3.25 cm |
| Programmable buttons? | Yes, 6× (back): Y1, Y2, M1, M2, M3, Y3 | Yes, 4× (back): R4, R5, L4, L5 |
| Volume up/down button? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Fingerprint sensor? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Built-in keyboard? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other buttons: | Legion L, Legion R | Steam-button, Quick access |
| Physical specifications | ||
| Detachable controllers? | ✔ | ❌ |
| Stand? | Yes, built-in kickstand | ❌ |
| Lights? (RGB) | Yes, RGB rings (thumbsticks) | ❌ |
| Size (cm W×H×D): | 29.9×13.1×2.01 | 29.8×11.7×4.9 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 11.77×5.16×0.79 | 11.7×4.6×1.9 |
| Weight (gram): | 640 | 669 |
| Weight (lbs): | 1.41 | 1.47 |
| Color options: | Black | Black |
| More information | ||
| Accessories in the box | Carrying case, controller base, 65W power adapter | Carrying case, 45W power supply (1.5m cable) |
| Model number | LEN106G0001, 83E1, 8APU1 | 1010 |
| User guide / manual | User Guide | Not available |
| Official site link: | Lenovo.com | Steampowered |
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