Customer reviews from lenovo.com
Legion Go 8.8" 144Hz WQXGA Gaming Handheld - AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme - 16GB with 512 GB SSD
Average customer rating
4.7
(452 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 452 reviews
5 Stars
337
4 Stars
90
3 Stars
19
2 Stars
1
1 Star
5
96%of customers recommend this product.
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354 out of
370)
Customer Reviews for Legion Go 8.8" 144Hz WQXGA Gaming Handheld - AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme - 16GB with 512 GB SSD
Posted by: Eolanis
from Marana, AZ
Verified Purchase:Yes
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was an initial Steamdeck supporter, while a great system the larger screen, better processor and larger support for games on the Legion GO called to me. I haven't been disappointed with the purchase I use it daily to play my library of games not only on Steam but GOG and Origin (without having to mess with a workaround.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Posted by: ADJ9
from El Paso TX
Verified Purchase:Yes
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] An amazing handheld. Plays all games I throw at it really well. Was extremely amazed at getting FFVII Rebirth running on the device with very minimal tweaking. Would highly recommend getting this device especially if you enjoy using detachable controllers as well. I also use it as a tablet to watch videos whenever im cooking as well so it serves many purposes asides from just a gaming handheld.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Posted by: mikeyil
from Philadelphia, PA
Verified Purchase:Yes
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Legion Go is a great device but not without its faults. The screen is large, and beautiful. It's powerful enough and designed well but then the shortcomings start to reveal. The battery life could be better. It's also unclear how to get the thing to go to sleep sometimes, so it may end up staying on and too hot when in the bag I keep it in. The detachable controllers seemed better in theory, and they were what initially drew me into the device. In practice, I can't say I've ever really used them. The controllers aren't super comfortable to hold long-term. And the device is just a little too big and cumbersome to be as handheld as you might think. Overall, I have high Lenovo brand loyalty and will continue to buy their products versus others but the Legion Go very much feels like a first gen device.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Posted by: J Santos
Verified Purchase:Yes
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] If you want to be able to play all of your game library on the....go... this is the machine to do it on. I've used all of the others and nothing compares just from the screen size alone. I cannot wait for the Legion Go 2!!
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Posted by: Tiggs51
Verified Purchase:Yes
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The best choice for handheld PC gaming out there! Excited for the Legion Go 2
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Posted by: ES06
from Beeville,tx
Verified Purchase:Yes
Well what can I say about the go? It exceeded my expectations and is an amazing device ! The screen is beautiful and at 500 nits, it’s perfect . People say it’s not bright enough and I wonder? I’m maxed out at 70 lol. Battery…. Well it’s got power and I get about the same as I would with my laptop. 3-4 hours which is more then enough for me . Ergonomics of the controllers are ok.. but nothing a grip can’t fix . If you want a taste of everything in the pc world , well here you go! People need too understand , yes you can game out the box , but basic pc knowledge will make you love this machine even more . VRR… wish it was implanted from the beginning . That being said , hooking up to a monitor is nice BUT KNOW YOUR LIMITS . VRR with free sync would have been a game changer . But there is a way around this some what .. playing at 60? Feels sluggish ? Move too 144 hz . It does the trick . All and all this machine is amazing with some flaws but nothing too make you change your mind . I love it , some minor tweaks but that’s why the go 2 is coming . This is my daily driver and will be for a long time .
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Posted by: ebk02
from sacramento, ca
Verified Purchase:Yes
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I find this has versatility, as it is not only intended for gaming, but also can be used as a full Windows 11 computer. The screen is very bright and sharp with good colors. Touch is very responsive. The ram is shared, and setting to 8Gb in the bios helps game play. Also, set resolution down a notch can help with frame rate. Trying to be a Windows gaming console has drawbacks. The biggest issue is simply that most Windows games on Steam require a keyboard and mouse inputs. There are only some that are fully compatible for controllers, and others with limited controller support. So for full functionality, you must use an external keyboard / mouse.
The sound output from the tiny speakers is poor - the sound quality needs to be improved. Using headphones is the alternative. Battery life is limited. If gaming, 2 to 3 hours is about the limit - be prepared to be near an outlet for longer periods of time. I also found, as others, that this generates a lot of heat. I can see where the Micro SD card could be "fried". I set the fans to a higher level in hopes to not encounter this.
Frame rates were certainly not as good as a higher powered computer or console, but overall, I found games to be mostly playable - although with lower FPS.
Overall, the console can play games, and double as a "mini laptop" on the go, and if found on sale, could be an entertaining device.
The sound output from the tiny speakers is poor - the sound quality needs to be improved. Using headphones is the alternative. Battery life is limited. If gaming, 2 to 3 hours is about the limit - be prepared to be near an outlet for longer periods of time. I also found, as others, that this generates a lot of heat. I can see where the Micro SD card could be "fried". I set the fans to a higher level in hopes to not encounter this.
Frame rates were certainly not as good as a higher powered computer or console, but overall, I found games to be mostly playable - although with lower FPS.
Overall, the console can play games, and double as a "mini laptop" on the go, and if found on sale, could be an entertaining device.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting lenovo.com
Posted by: Jay archer
from Blythe wood south carolina
Verified Purchase:Yes
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] It's awesome. Using it now. Makes gaming as a dad possible. I usually keep it plugged in while in hand-held mode so I can get the most out of the system. Sold my pc and ps5. I'm a in
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting lenovo.com