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Lenovo has teased more details about the Legion C700 gaming handheld, highlighting a slim 14.9mm chassis and a light 556-gram body, a 7.82-inch 120Hz display, and TMR thumbsticks to prevent drift. The device is marketed as a cloud handheld, with a Tencent partnership and a China launch planned for August 2026; a wider global rollout and other specs remain under wraps.
ASUS ROG unveils the all-new XBOX Ally X20 handheld bundle to celebrate 20 years, featuring a 7.4-inch Nebula HDR OLED display, AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme, 24GB RAM, and 1TB NVMe, plus Xbox mode with Auto SR upscaling. The package includes the ROG XREAL R1 Edition 20 AR Glasses, delivering a 171-inch virtual screen at 4 meters with 240Hz, 95% FOV and ultra‑low latency. Its translucent black chassis with gold internals nods to retro gaming while a Transforming D-Pad, refined face buttons, and upgraded cooling emphasize premium, collectible handheld gaming on the go.
ACER unveils the Predator Atlas 8, a Windows 11 handheld powered by Intel Arc G3 Extreme (14 CPU cores, 12 Xe3 GPU cores) with an 8-inch FHD+ 120Hz touchscreen, up to 1TB storage and 24GB RAM, and an 80Wh battery with Predator AeroBlade cooling, aiming to deliver portable PC gaming with Xbox Game Pass; pricing isn’t disclosed and a October 2026 release is anticipated.
The OneXSugar Wallet is the first gaming handheld with a folding 8.01-inch OLED screen, announced by One-Netbook, featuring a high-resolution display and standard gaming controls, but its price and performance details remain unknown, raising questions about its market appeal given its innovative design and potential cost.
Valve has announced new hardware including the Steam Frame and Steam Controller but has not provided any details or timeline regarding a potential Steam Deck 2, emphasizing that they are waiting for a significant performance leap before developing a successor, with possibilities including future chips from AMD or Qualcomm.
Installing Bazzite OS on the ROG Xbox Ally X significantly improves game performance and stability in select titles like Kingdom Come: Deliverance II and Hogwarts Legacy, especially in Performance Mode, while also enhancing usability features such as sleep mode.
The ASUS ROG Xbox Ally gaming handheld, featuring a 7-inch Full HD touchscreen, AMD Ryzen Z2 processor, 16GB RAM, and Windows 11, was briefly listed on Amazon ahead of its official reveal at Gamescom 2025, with a new Xbox controller also teased for launch.
The Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS is a compelling gaming handheld that offers good performance, a larger and higher refresh rate screen, and a more Xbox-like control layout, making it a strong alternative to the Steam Deck, despite some compromises like the non-OLED display and noisy fans.
Microsoft's Xbox Ally X handheld allows users to launch Steam and other third-party games natively from its integrated dashboard, offering a unified game library that includes Xbox, Steam, and Epic Games Store titles, accessible via the Windows Game Bar and supporting both native play and cloud streaming.
The Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS is a significant upgrade over its Windows predecessor, offering better performance, a larger and sharper 8-inch screen, and a more comfortable design, making it one of the best gaming handhelds available and earning the Editors' Choice award.
SteamOS outperforms Windows on the Lenovo Legion Go S in both speed and battery life, with benchmarks showing significant improvements in frame rates and power efficiency, making it a more attractive option for gamers despite the lower price point.
Lenovo is set to release the Legion Go S, a budget-friendly gaming handheld that resembles the ASUS ROG Ally and is powered by the AMD Ryzen Z2 platform. The device is expected to be more affordable, priced between $399 and $449, by omitting features like detachable sticks and a kickstand found in the original Legion Go. The Legion Go S aims to compete in the growing market of gaming handhelds, offering a more cost-effective option with a similar design to its competitors.
Amazon is offering a 32% discount on the Lenovo Legion Go gaming handheld for Cyber Monday, pricing it at $472.97. The Legion Go, a Windows-based device, features an AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme APU, a large 8.8" 2560x1600 144Hz display, and detachable controllers. Despite its size and battery life limitations, it is praised for its screen size and performance. While the Asus ROG Ally X is considered the best gaming handheld, it is significantly more expensive. Cyber Monday continues to offer competitive online deals, with Amazon leading the charge.
Best Buy is offering a trade-in deal this Black Friday weekend for upgrading from the ROG Ally to the ROG Ally X, allowing customers to purchase the upgraded handheld gaming device for as low as $469.99, down from its usual $799.99 price. The ROG Ally X features improved performance, better cooling, and enhanced specifications like a larger battery and more RAM. The trade-in value depends on the condition of the device and included accessories, with the offer available until December 31, 2024.
Amazon is offering a 32% discount on the Lenovo Legion Go 512GB gaming handheld for Black Friday, reducing the price to $472.97. The Legion Go, a Windows-based device, features an AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme APU, a large 8.8" 2560x1600 144Hz IPS touchscreen, and detachable controllers. Despite its size and battery life limitations, it is praised for its display and performance, making it a strong competitor to the more expensive Asus ROG Ally X.