This Black Friday brings some incredible deals on AMD Z1 Extreme handhelds, and if you’ve been eyeing one, now’s the time to dive in. Among the standout bargains, the Lenovo Legion Go is being offered at a jaw-dropping $472.97 after a hefty $227 discount. This price is not just lower than the new Steam Deck OLED, it’s significantly cheaper compared to other models like the Asus ROG Ally X, making it an especially enticing option right now. Though the Asus ROG Ally X has slight performance advantages, the Lenovo Legion Go and Asus ROG Ally offer solid competition. One of the significant perks of the Legion Go is its impressive 8.8-inch screen and detachable controllers that remind you of the Nintendo Switch.
In terms of value for money, the Legion Go stands out in the realm of gaming PC handhelds at this discounted price. To really get the most out of those Z1 Extreme/Ryzen 7840U/Ryzen 8840U handhelds, you’ll want to have a sturdy power setup, but even then, the performance available is well worth having. Especially if you see yourself pairing it with a bit of home gaming, this handheld is a fantastic choice.
While this deal is hard to pass up, there are a few caveats worth noting for a fair assessment. If you’re planning to use an external GPU and don’t have a desktop setup at home, you might find the eGPU compatibility of the Ally Extreme or Ally X more appealing. Though the Legion Go offers dual USB4 support, it doesn’t quite match up to the versatility of the OCuLink or the Asus exclusive eGPU connector, which might slow down high-power GPUs.
Another consideration is the display technology. The Legion Go uses an IPS screen rather than OLED. While OLED screens are known for their high contrast, they aren’t universally available across handhelds yet, and in this case, the IPS display can be seen as a reasonable trade-off. In fact, the Legion Go’s 8.8-inch screen delivers a higher resolution and refresh rate (1080p at 144Hz) compared to the Steam Deck OLED’s 7.4 inches at 800p and 90Hz. If a larger display and a more immersive gaming experience are your priorities, the Legion Go could be a fantastic pick.
As the Black Friday frenzy heats up, we’re busy curating the best deals to bring you. Whether you’re hunting for something specific or just browsing, check out our Black Friday Computer Hardware Deals Live blog for a wide range of options. Or explore our dedicated pages for SSD and Storage Deals, Monitor Deals Live, Graphics Card Deals, and CPU Deals to snag the best markdowns.
