The Legion Go stands out in two areas from its mainstream competition: screen size and controls.
Button layout and other options can be reconfigured in tweaks, including the additional programmable rear buttons.
At the top and rear of the unit are air vents, with the largest just above the kickstand.
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Similarly, there are customizable RGB ring lights around each of the analog sticks.
There’s no mistaking how bulky this handheld is in comparison to similar devices with smaller screens.
I would have liked for the controllers to attach more securely to the tablet body.
Although not without its issues, the Lenovo Legion Go’s large display, removable controllers, and versatility make it a top choice among PC gaming handhelds.
The included hard storage case is a nice touch and fits both the handheld and the right controller dock.
Fortunately, it appears this was a software issue, rather than hardware one.
Overall responsiveness of all controls and buttons was excellent, though there were two notable exceptions.
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Instead, the touchscreen proves the better option for dragging and dropping letters in the game.
There’s even an option to play emulated Android games through the Amazon Appstore.
If for some reason it doesn’t, there’s an option to manually add a game or app.
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In addition, not every game in the Legion Space Library showed me the correct icon.
In that regard, the Legion Go’s performance doesn’t disappoint, although there are some notable caveats.
Even the refresh rate of 144Hz is often wasted, making 60Hz a much more practical option.
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After 45 minutes of play, however, only 53% of the battery was left.
A more demanding game like “Diablo IV” required considerably more tweaks.
Experimentation is critical to getting the best possible experience out of one of these devices.
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Should You Buy the Lenovo Legion Go?
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