Lenovo Legion Go 2: Ryzen Z2 Extreme & OLED Display for $1,049
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– The Legion Go 2 features an 8.8-inch OLED display with a lower 1920 x 1200 resolution but includes a variable refresh rate of 30 Hz to 144 Hz.
– It is powered by the AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme processor and offers up to 32GB of RAM, 2TB of storage, and a larger 74 WHr battery.
– The device has thicker dimensions and increased weight compared to the original model, measuring 1.66 inches thick with controllers and weighing 2.03 pounds.
– Its detachable TrueStrike controllers include Hall effect joysticks to prevent drift, a redesigned D-pad, and customizable buttons with retained FPS mode functionality.
– The Legion Go 2 is set to launch in October 2025 with a starting price of $1,049.00, significantly higher than the original model.
Gaming enthusiasts seeking a premium handheld experience now have a compelling new option with the latest iteration of Lenovo’s portable powerhouse. The Legion Go 2 builds on its predecessor with meaningful upgrades aimed at delivering smoother performance, richer visuals, and enhanced usability, all wrapped in a familiar but refined design.
While the overall footprint remains similar to the original model, this new version introduces several significant improvements under the hood. At the heart of the device lies the AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme processor, an 8-core, 16-thread chipset paired with integrated AMD Radeon 890M graphics. This combination promises a notable boost in gaming performance, especially when coupled with up to 32GB of LPDDR5X memory.
One of the most talked-about changes involves the display. The Legion Go 2 features an 8.8-inch OLED touchscreen with a resolution of 1920 x 1200, a step down from the higher pixel count of the first model. While some may question the shift, it aligns with practical gaming needs, many modern AAA titles struggle to run smoothly at ultra-high resolutions. To compensate, Lenovo incorporated a variable refresh rate ranging from 30Hz to 144Hz, ensuring buttery-smooth gameplay and reduced screen tearing.
Storage options are equally impressive, with configurations offering up to 2TB of onboard PCIe Gen 4 SSD storage. A microSD card slot supports expansion by an additional 2TB, providing ample space for game libraries and media. Powering the device is a larger 74 WHr battery, a substantial upgrade from the previous 49.2 WHr capacity, aimed at extending gameplay sessions.
To accommodate these enhancements and ensure effective thermal management, the Legion Go 2 is slightly thicker and heavier than its predecessor. Without controllers, it measures 0.9 inches thick, and with them attached, the total thickness reaches 1.66 inches. The overall weight has also increased to 2.03 pounds.
The redesigned TrueStrike controllers now feature Hall effect joysticks, which are designed to eliminate drift issues over time. A pivoting D-pad and three customizable buttons via Legion Space software offer greater control flexibility. The right controller retains its touchpad and FPS mode functionality, allowing it to double as a vertical mouse for precision aiming.
Connectivity remains robust with dual USB Type-C ports (top and bottom), a microSD card reader, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. A new fingerprint reader embedded in the power button provides quick and secure login access.
Scheduled for release in October 2025, the Legion Go 2 will start at $1,049, positioning it as a premium offering in the handheld gaming market.
Alongside the Legion Go 2, Lenovo also introduced the LOQ Tower 26ADR10 desktop. This 26-liter system is equipped with AMD’s Ryzen 7 8745HX mobile processor and supports Nvidia RTX 50-series GPUs, including the RTX 5070 Ti. Configurable with up to 64GB of DDR5 RAM and 4TB of SSD storage, plus two HDD expansion slots, it targets budget-conscious gamers seeking expandability. The LOQ desktop launches this month with a starting price of $999.99.
(Source: Tom’s Harware)
