This Black Friday brings some incredible deals on AMD Z1 Extreme handhelds, with prices hitting their lowest yet. One standout offer is the Lenovo Legion Go, which has seen a massive price cut of $227, bringing it down to just $472.97. Not only does this make it more affordable than the Steam Deck OLED, but it also significantly undercuts competitors like the Asus ROG Ally X even amidst the flurry of Black Friday discounts. It’s worth noting that while the Asus ROG Ally X does offer some performance improvements, the gains are only slight compared to other Z1 Extreme-based handhelds like the Legion Go and the regular Asus ROG Ally. What sets the Legion Go apart is its impressive 8.8-inch screen and detachable controllers that resemble those of the Nintendo Switch.
At its current price, the Legion Go stands out as one of the top gaming PC handhelds available. While Z1 Extreme/Ryzen 7840U/Ryzen 8840U handhelds need a strong power source or battery bank to outperform the Deck and Deck OLED, it’s thrilling to have that level of performance within easy reach, especially if you’re considering using it primarily for home gaming.
It’s hard to overstate how appealing the Lenovo Legion Go becomes with this discount, though we should mention a few caveats to give a balanced view.
For those without a desktop setup at home and considering an external GPU docking solution, the Ally Extreme or Ally X might be better options, as they offer better eGPU support. Although the Legion Go comes with dual USB4 support, it doesn’t quite match up to OCuLink or Asus’ unique eGPU connector, which could bottleneck more powerful GPUs.
Additionally, the Legion Go’s screen is an IPS panel, not OLED. However, since OLED hasn’t become standard for handhelds yet, this is more of a trade-off than a drawback. Sure, the Steam Deck OLED might deliver superior contrast, but the Legion Go’s IPS display is no slouch and actually measures a larger 8.8 inches compared to the Deck OLED’s 7.4 inches. Plus, it boasts a higher resolution and refresh rate (1080p at 144Hz versus 800p at 90Hz). This makes the Legion Go a great choice for gamers who value large displays and an immersive experience.
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