The Lenovo Legion Go 2 has leaked — here’s how it stacks up to the Xbox Ally X

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After the reveal of the ASUS Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X, you knew what was coming next.

The Lenovo Legion Go has always been my go-to handheld PC gaming device for me. Its removable joysticks, adjustable kickstand, and expansive screen make it as practical as a portable laptop substitute as it is a gaming tool – although I typically advise the ASUS ROG Ally to others because of its weight and user-friendly design.

Microsoft and ASUS collaborated on the development of the next-gen PC gaming handhelds, unveiling the Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X, which leverages AMD’s Z2 Extreme AI APU. These devices promise impressive performance when they hit the market later this year. However, Lenovo isn’t content to sit back and observe. Now, we get our first look at the Lenovo Legion Go 2, teased by in yo on YouTube.

In a Reddit post, user ‘yo’ shares that the prototype Lenovo Legion Go 2 device in his possession boasts not just Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), but also an OLED screen. Compared to its predecessor and even the Xbox Alloy X, which features only VRR, this new display is a significant upgrade.

The specific size of the screen isn’t clear, but one noticeable distinction between the old Lenovo Legion Go and ASUS ROG Ally was their difference in screen sizes. In my opinion, the Legion Go’s expansive 8.8-inch screen seemed more suitable for games designed for monitors and TVs, due to its larger size. On the other hand, the ROG Ally’s VRR FreeSync display helped minimize occasional frame rate drops, especially when running games at lower power consumption levels.

Specification Lenovo Legion Go 2 (expected) ROG Xbox Ally X
Processor AMD Ryzen Z2 (8-core Zen 4) AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme (8-core Zen 5)
Integrated GPU AMD Radeon 780M (12 CUs, RDNA 3) AMD Radeon 890M (12 CUs, RDNA 3.5)
Memory 32 GB LPDDR5 24 GB LPDDR5X
Storage 2TB 1TB
Display VRR and OLED, size unknown, but presumed 8.8″ FHD 7″ FHD (1920×1080) IPS, 120 Hz, FreeSync Premium, 500 nits
Battery 75 Wh 80 Wh
Network Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth version unknown Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.4

In comparison on specs, the upcoming Xbox Ally X is anticipated to be significantly more potent than the Lenovo Legion Go 2 currently featured, and it may even boast superior battery life due to the energy efficiency typically associated with OLED screens. However, it’s worth noting that the Lenovo Legion Go 2 will still outperform the standard Xbox Ally, given that the latter is expected to target a more budget-friendly market.

In other words, if this prototype doesn’t receive an upgrade to the Z2 Extreme APU, it will follow a pattern similar to last time when ASUS had exclusive access to the AMD Z2 Extreme for about a year.

Again, the Lenovo Legion Go 2 leads in versatility. It comes equipped with a full trackpad for seamless gaming and Windows 11 navigation, eliminating the need for a separate cursor. Moreover, it features detachable joysticks and an integrated kickstand, which is easy on your neck during use, as these devices can strain your spine when used in your lap.

It will be intriguing to observe how these devices will compare in terms of pricing. The Lenovo Legion Go 2 prototype boasts an OLED panel and a 2TB SSD, which might significantly increase its cost. Rumored prices for the Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X are approximately $899 and $599 respectively. Depending on the final specifications and variants, the Legion Go 2 could be priced similarly to the Ally X or potentially even more expensive.

Microsoft is making efforts to enhance the Windows 11 experience for gaming handheld devices and similar hardware. In upcoming versions of Windows 11, users can expect to directly launch a full-screen application, such as the Xbox PC app or Steam Big Picture mode, straight away. Additionally, multi-tasking between various windows will become more accessible with a controller by default. Microsoft has announced that ASUS ROG gaming handhelds will receive these features first due to their partnership, while other manufacturers can expect them in early 2026.

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2025-07-21 23:39