Lenovo Legion Go Handheld To Feature AMD Ryzen Z1 APUs & AR-Powered Gaming Experience

Lenovo Legion Go Handheld To Feature AMD Ryzen Z1 APUs & AR-Powered Gaming Experience1

Lenovo Legion Go will be much more than a simple handheld device and the second console to be powered by AMD's Ryzen Z1 APUs. Windows Report discloses that the highly-anticipated handheld will feature separate AR glasses for an immersive experience.

Lenovo's Legion Go Will Feature Everything One Could Wish For in a Handheld Console Including AMD's Power-Efficient Ryzen Z1 APUs

In our previous coverage, we discussed the potential appearance of the device, but we have obtained much more information now. Starting from the design language, Lenovo has adopted a "hybrid" approach, combining popular elements from its competitors and integrating them into a single package. This statement is backed by the fact that Lenovo Legion Go has detachable joysticks, Steam Deck design language, and onboard specifications similar to ROG Ally.

Image Source: Windows Report

Before going into specifications and other stuff, let's discuss Lenovo’s AR Glasses. This approach by the company is somewhat questionable since the domain of augmented reality hasn't transitioned into handheld devices, and I believe this is Lenovo's way of standing out. Lenovo aims to provide users with an immersive gaming experience, adopting a similar path to what Apple's recently-announced "Vision Pro" follows.

Image Source: Windows Report

However, this does have some constraints, with the primary one being power consumption management. Since it is said that the AR Glasses could be connected with a Lenovo Legion Pro USB-C port, this simply means that the company will have to make refinements in the power delivery department, which could put performance at stake. This is merely an assumption, though, as if Lenovo wants it could slap a 75Wh (19,500mAh) battery, similar to AYANEO's KUN, and get the job done.

Coming to the expected features of the Legion Go, it could include an 8-inch screen with much smaller bezels than its counterparts. It also comes with the ordinary buttons configuration with a trackpad (unique to Steam Deck), hence justifying the "hybrid" approach Lenovo has taken with the device. At the back of the device, you will see the usual trigger buttons necessary for an adequate experience; however, the diagram shows a kickstand for placing the device anywhere you want.

legion-go-hero-controls-and-ports-map_controllers
legion-go-hero-controls-and-ports-map_back

Moving on to the decisive factor, which is onboard specifications. Lenovo Legion Go is expected to feature AMD's Ryzen Z1 APUs, which have gained immense traction in the industry, especially after integrating into ASUS's ROG Ally. We hope the company utilizes both the standard and "Extreme" variants of the Z1 APUs to give users extensive options. For more information on Z1 APUs, you can view our detailed coverage here.

While the source hasn't disclosed information about the battery life, we expect it to be top-notch, especially since the company plans to power its AR Glasses through the handheld. As mentioned above, a larger battery could become a necessity here, which is why it is reported that the handheld device will feature an enhanced cooling system.

Image Source: Windows Report

Lenovo's Legion Go is expected to catch all the limelight once released, mainly due to the company's approach towards the device. Windows Report discloses that we could see a launch at IFA 2023, a consumer electronics show expected to be held in Berlin on September 2023. We aren't aware of the pricing of the model, but based on the above-surfaced specifications, it will surely be at the higher end, similar to what the ROG Ally is priced at. Expect more details to unravel soon.

Handheld Gaming Console Lineup:

Name Lenovo Legion Go Ayaneo Air 1S AOKZOE A1 Pro AOKZOE A2 ASUS ROG ALLY AYANEO 2S GPD Win Max 2 GPD Win 4 (2023)
CPU Name AMD Ryzen Z1 Series AMD Ryzen 7 7840U AMD Ryzen 7 7840U AMD Ryzen 7 7840U AMD Ryzen Z1 Series AMD Ryzen 7 7840U AMD Ryzen 7 7840U AMD Ryzen 7 7840U
AMD Ryzen 5 7640U
CPU Architecture Zen 4 Zen 4 Zen 4 Zen 4 Zen 4 Zen 4 Zen 4 Zen 4
GPU Architecture RDNA 3 RDNA 3 RDNA 3 RDNA 3 RDNA 3 RDNA 3 RDNA 3 RDNA 3
Process Node TSMC 4nm TSMC 4nm TSMC 4nm TSMC 4nm TSMC 4nm TSMC 4nm TSMC 4nm TSMC 4nm
CPU Cores / Threads 8 / 16 8 / 16 8 / 16 8 / 16 8 / 16 8 / 16 8 / 16 8 / 16
6 / 12
CPU Clock Speeds 5.1 GHz 5.1 GHz 5.1 GHz 5.1 GHz 5.1 GHz 5.1 GHz 5.1 GHz 5.1 GHz
4.9 GHz
GPU Cores 12 CU 12 CU 12 CU 12 CU 12 CU 12 CU 12 CU 12 CU
8 CU
GPU Clock Speeds 2800 MHz 2700 MHz 2700 MHz 2700 MHz 2800 MHz 2800 MHz 2700 MHz 2700 MHz
2600 MHz
Memory TBD 32-64 GB LPDDR5x 32-64 GB LPDDR5x 32-64 GB LPDDR5x 16 GB LPDDR5-6400 16 GB LPDDR5x-7500 16 GB LPDDR5x-7500 16-64 GB LPDDR5x-7500
Storage TBD 512 - 2 TB (M.2) 512 - 2 TB (M.2) TBD 512 GB (M.2) +
Micro-SD UHS-H
512 GB - 2 TB (M.2) 512 GB - 2 TB (M.2) 512 GB - 4 TB
Display Refresh Rate TBD 60 Hz 60 Hz TBD 120 Hz TBD TBD 60 Hz
Display Size TBD 5.5-Inch 8-Inch 7-Inch 7-Inch 7-Inch 10.1-Inch 6-Inch
Display Resolution TBD 1920x1080 1920x1200 1920x1200 1920x1080 1920x1200 1920x1200 1920x1200
Screen Type TBD Amoled Full IPS Laminated IPS TBD Full IPS Full IPS Full IPS
WiFi Option TBD WIFI 6E + B5 5.2 WIFI 6E + B5 5.2 WIFI 6E + B5 5.2 WIFI 6E + B5 5.2 WIFI 6.0 + BT 5.0 WIFI 6.0 + BT 5.0 WIFI 6.0 + BT 5.0
Battery Size TBD 38Wh 65Wh
100W GaN Fast Charger
48Wh
65W GaN Fast Charger
40Wh 50.25Wh 67Wh 45.62Wh
Weight TBD 405g 729g 600g 608g TBD 1005g 598g
Form Factor TBD 224x89.5x21.6mm 28.5 x 12.5 x 2.1mm TBD 28.0 x 11.3 x 3.9mm TBD 227 × 160 × 23 mm 220 × 92 × 28 mm
Operating System Windows 11 Windows 11 Windows 11 Windows 11 Windows 11 Windows 11 Windows 11 Windows 11
Release Date Q4 2023 2023 May 2023 May 2023 May 2023 May 2023 May 2023 August, 2023
Price TBD $799 (16 GB + 512 GB) $799 US (32 GB +512 GB) TBD $699 (Z1 Extreme)
$599 (Z1 Standard)
TBD 730 EUR (7640U+16+1)
959 EUR (7840U+32+2)
TBD
Written by Muhammad Zuhair


Refference- https://wccftech.com

Post a Comment

0 Comments