Lenovo Legion Go S is the first third-party handheld gaming device with SteamOS

Valve has been preparing to release the SteamOS operating system, which powers the Steam Deck gaming portable, for quite some time. The Lenovo Legion Go S is the first third-party hardware to officially launch with SteamOS, as shown today at CES. The next-generation tablet also features AMD's latest Ryzen Z2 CPU, which was designed specifically for portable gaming.

"Featuring cloud saves that mean a seamless transition between PC gaming and handheld, Remote Play that streams games to the device from a PC, full Steam Store and Steam Library access, the Lenovo Legion Go S (8”, 1) Powered by SteamOS is a big step forward in the freedom of choice for gamers who are looking for an OS that is optimized for handheld gaming," says Lenovo in a press release.

In a second article, Valve stated that it will begin testing a version of SteamOS designed for third-party handhelds such as the Legion Go S before it comes in May. "The team is making updates to ensure it fully supports the Lenovo Legion Go S and provides the same seamless experience customers expect," added the company.

Legion Go S with SteamOS will be available in May 2025, having a starting price of $599.99. However, a Windows-equipped version of the identical device will be available this month, starting at $729.99.

The new Lenovo Legion Go S will have AMD Ryzen Z2 Go and Z1 Extreme processors, as well as up to 32GB of 7500MHz LPDDR5X memory. The tablet will include an eight-inch 16:10 120Hz touchscreen display and a three-cell 55.5Whr battery, weighing 730g. Two USB4 ports on the top, Wi-Fi 6E compatibility, and a microSD card reader are also provided.