🎮 All Games. All Places. All Yours. The Lenovo Legion Go S Has Entered the Chat (Just… Not in Thailand Yet 👀)
- P'Nick
- May 7
- 5 min read
Hey fam 👋
If you’ve been watching all these cool handheld gaming devices popping up and thinking, “Hmm… maybe I should get one?” — Lenovo might’ve just made that decision way easier.
Meet the Lenovo Legion Go S — a new handheld gaming console that feels like your favorite gaming laptop got shrunk down, lost some weight, and became something you can literally throw in your backpack.
Yep. Lenovo — the same company that makes those sleek ThinkPads and powerful Legion gaming laptops — is stepping up with something built for anyone who wants to game anywhere. No desk. No monitor. Just pick it up and go.
Let’s break it down real simple 👇
🧠 What Even Is This Thing?
The Legion Go S is like a small portable computer built just for playing games.
Imagine if a Nintendo Switch and a PlayStation had a baby — but that baby could also play PC games, stream Xbox games, AND run older retro games from the 90s and early 2000s. That’s what we’re talking about.
It’s about the size of a book, has its own screen, buttons, and joysticks built in, and can run games that usually only work on a gaming computer.
🔥 So Why Should You Care?
Because you don’t need to be a tech genius to enjoy this.
Whether you’re:
🎮 A casual gamer who plays for fun after work
🛫 Someone who travels and wants something to do on flights
🕹️ A retro fan who misses the PS2/Game Boy/N64 days
🧑🏫 Or someone who’s never owned a gaming PC but kinda wants to now…
The Legion Go S is made for you. No weird setups. No complicated stuff. Just charge it, turn it on, and play.
🧩 What Makes It Run? (And Why That’s Cool)
Okay, here comes a little tech — but we’ll keep it light, promise.
Inside the Legion Go S is a special brain made by a company called AMD. Think of this brain like a super-powered engine that knows how to play games smoothly and quickly. This chip is called the Ryzen Z2 Go or Z1 Extreme depending on the version you get.
Basically:
It makes the games look great.
It helps the system run fast without freezing.
It uses smart tricks to make games run better without using more power (kind of like playing a video on low Wi-Fi but it still looks good).
You also get a ton of memory — aka the part that helps it keep lots of things open without slowing down — and super quick storage (like a huge USB drive inside) so games start up fast.
Still with me? Cool.
TL;DR: This thing is strong enough to play today’s biggest games — like Call of Duty, Fortnite, or Elden Ring — without needing a giant PC tower.
🖥️ The Screen = 😍
This part’s easy. The Legion Go S has a really, really nice screen.
It’s:
8 inches big – That’s bigger than a Nintendo Switch
Super sharp – So everything looks clear, even small text
120Hz refresh rate – Which just means it looks super smooth when things move fast
Bright enough to use outdoors – Not just made for dark rooms
More colorful than your phone – Seriously
So whether you’re shooting enemies, catching Pokémon, or playing cozy games like Stardew Valley — it’s gonna look real good.
🎮 The Buttons & Joysticks Feel Right
A lot of cheap handhelds feel… kinda off. But this one doesn’t.
Here’s why the controls are a big deal:
The joysticks use a special design that doesn’t wear out or drift over time (that’s when your character moves even when you’re not touching anything — super annoying)
The triggers (those buttons on the back) can be soft or clicky depending on how you like it — perfect for racing games or shooters
The D-pad (the little cross thing) is actually comfortable to use, especially for fighting games or platformers
The whole thing feels like a premium controller, not a toy
And yeah, they even added grippy textures so you’re not dropping it when things get sweaty mid-match.
❄️ It Doesn’t Overheat or Sound Like a Hair Dryer
Powerful devices usually get hot. Not this one.
Lenovo added something they call ColdFront thermal tech, which is just a fancy way of saying: it stays cool even when you’re playing hard. There’s a fan inside that’s super quiet and smart about when it spins.
Translation: No hot hands. No “why is this thing so loud?” moments. Just chill vibes.
🔈 The Sound? Surprisingly Great.
The speakers are in the front — where your ears actually are. (Why do some companies still put speakers on the back??)
This means:
Game music sounds nice and full
Explosions and footsteps in shooters pop
You can hear everything even without headphones
But if you do want to use headphones (wired or wireless), you’re good either way.
🔋 Battery That Gets You Through Your Day
Battery life always depends on what you’re playing — but here’s the good news:
Light games? You’ll get several hours
Heavier games? You’ll still get a solid session before you need to plug in
Charging is fast, too — Lenovo included their Rapid Charge Pro tech, which means you won’t be waiting around forever
It also comes with a travel-friendly charger that works on planes ✈️ — so yes, this is an airport MVP.
🎮 One Place for All Your Games
This thing runs Windows 11, just like a laptop — so you can install any gaming service you want:
Steam
Xbox Game Pass
Epic Games
GOG
Old-school emulators
And Lenovo made their own app called Legion Space that helps you find and launch your games without digging through folders or menus. It even has a quick menu button right on the device to get there fast.
No digging. No tech headaches.
🔌 Ports, Perks, and Flexibility
You’ve got:
Two USB-C ports – one on the top, one on the bottom. Charge it, connect it to a monitor, or use other accessories.
A microSD slot – pop in a memory card and instantly get more storage
A headphone jack – because we still love our wired headphones
Wi-Fi 6E – which just means your games stream better and download faster if your internet supports it
Bluetooth – connect any wireless controller, headset, or even a keyboard/mouse
You can even plug this into a TV or monitor, pair a controller, and use it like a full game console. Wild.
💡 Cool Extras
Fingerprint unlock button – secure and fast login
Comes with Xbox Game Pass (free trial) – access hundreds of games right out of the box
Weighs less than a MacBook – only 730g (super light)
Color: Glacier White – clean, cool, and kinda futuristic
🛍️ What's in the Box?
Here’s what you get:
Legion Go S handheld
USB-C charger (65W, travel-friendly)
Quick Start Guide
Game Pass code (depends on region)
Optional add-ons (depending on where you buy it):
Protective carrying case
Joystick cap kits (for more grip)
Docking station (to use it like a mini PC)
💬 Final Thoughts: Is It for You?
If you're tired of playing on a small phone screen, don’t have space for a big gaming setup, or just want something you can take on the couch or plane — this is it.
The Legion Go S is powerful, fun, simple to use, and made by a company that knows how to build good stuff. It doesn’t assume you’re a PC wizard — it just lets you play great games anywhere.
So whether you’re getting into gaming for the first time, upgrading from a Switch, or just want to relive your favorite old-school games in a new way — this might be the one that clicks.
🗨️ Wanna talk more about it? Come hang out in [เลานจ์ของ Lenovo Lounge] — our official forum space for Lenovo handheld fans. See what others think, share your setup, or just geek out with the crew.
Until next time!
P’Nick ✨
📝 Official Info👉 Lenovo Legion Go S on Lenovo Thailand
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