Lenovo Legion Go S SteamOS Version Now Available for Preorder

Here's big news for anyone interested in handheld PC gaming: the Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS is now available for preorder at Best Buy. This portable gaming machine marks a significant milestone as the first non-Valve device to ship with SteamOS, the Linux-based operating system that powers the Steam Deck. The SteamOS-based Legion Go S will hit the market on May 25, starting at an attractive price of $549.99. Let's explore the details.

Preorder Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS

Out May 25### Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS (AMD Ryzen Z2 Go)

120Hz gaming handheld with AMD Ryzen Z2 Go, 16GB RAM, and a 512GB SSD.$549.99 at Best BuyOut May 25### Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS (AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme)

120Hz gaming handheld with AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme, 32GB RAM, and a 1TB SSD.$749.99 at Best BuyThe SteamOS-powered Legion Go S comes in two configurations to cater to different needs and budgets. The first model features an AMD Ryzen Z2 Go chip, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD, priced at $549.99, which matches the cost of the 512GB OLED Steam Deck. The second, more powerful option includes an AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme chip, 32GB RAM, and a 1TB SSD, available for $749.99.

Regardless of the model you choose, you'll enjoy a 120Hz gaming handheld equipped with two USB-C ports. Storage expansion is straightforward with a microSD card slot, and the device features trigger locks for hair triggers, enhancing your gameplay in competitive shooters like Marvel Rivals.

Both configurations boast chips that are more powerful than those in the Steam Deck, potentially allowing you to play newer, more demanding games such as Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Star Wars Outlaws, Dragon’s Dogma 2, and Monster Hunter Wilds.

Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS

12 ImagesIt's important not to confuse these SteamOS-based Legion Go S models with the earlier Windows 11-based Legion Go S. For insights on 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, meaning you'll soon have the option to install SteamOS on a variety of handheld gaming PCs. This move could coincide with the launch of the SteamOS-based Legion Go S models. If you're looking for devices that are more powerful than the Steam Deck and run SteamOS, the Lenovo Legion Go S should be at the top of your list.