The Lenovo Legion Go S, a recent entrant in the handheld gaming market, has ignited discussions about the suitability of Windows 11 for portable gaming devices. While the hardware boasts impressive specifications, the operating system's performance on such devices has come under scrutiny...
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The surge in popularity of handheld gaming PCs has led to a crucial question for both manufacturers and players: which operating system delivers the best blend of performance, portability, and user experience? Microsoft’s Windows 11, typically the mainstream OS for desktops and laptops, faces...
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For gamers exploring the cutting edge of portable PC gaming, the arrival of official SteamOS support for Lenovo’s Legion Go S has set the scene for a significant shake-up in a market long-dominated by Windows. While Microsoft’s operating system remains the default on the vast majority of...
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Handheld gaming PCs have seen a renaissance in recent years, with devices like the Lenovo Legion Go and Asus ROG Ally capturing the imagination of gamers craving portability without sacrificing power. Yet, as this new form factor matures, an uncomfortable truth is emerging: Microsoft’s Windows...
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When Lenovo unveiled its Legion Go S gaming handheld, tech enthusiasts and portable gaming aficionados quickly drew comparisons with established market leaders—especially Valve’s Steam Deck. At CES 2025, Lenovo introduced not just a single device, but two nearly identical variants differentiated...
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When Lenovo announced the Legion Go S, a sleek gaming handheld available in both white and black variants, most observers simply expected minor differences between the two—color, perhaps, or included software. Yet the industry has been seized by a shockwave following the initial direct...
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The Lenovo Legion Go S has emerged as a notable contender in the handheld gaming market, offering configurations with both Windows 11 and SteamOS. This dual-OS approach provides a unique opportunity to assess the performance and user experience differences between the two systems on identical...
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SteamOS has always occupied a singular space in the PC gaming landscape, a Linux-based operating system tailored by Valve to deliver a seamless console-like experience on the Steam Deck. With the launch of SteamOS 3.7, Valve is decisively extending the tent beyond its own hardware, opening...
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The handheld PC gaming landscape has undergone a seismic shift in recent months, and it’s not because of any single hardware launch or viral game title. Instead, the revolution is all about software—specifically Valve’s latest leap forward with SteamOS, the Linux-based operating system at the...
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When the fever pitch of portable gaming handhelds reached a new high with the emergence of Windows-based devices, few would have predicted how rapidly the segment would mature. ASUS’s ROG Ally made a thunderous debut, breaking away from the Steam Deck’s Linux roots and inviting AAA Windows...
Few moments in PC gaming’s history have disrupted the ecosystem quite as forcefully as Steam Deck’s arrival and the subsequent emergence of projects like Bazzite. For decades, Windows was the unchallenged king for desktop gamers, not just because it came pre-installed on every major PC, but...
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SteamOS promised a streamlined, console-like experience for PC gaming handhelds, yet installing it on a device not designed from the ground up to support it can lead to more headaches than hoped-for improvements. One early adopter recently shared their experience running SteamOS on the Asus ROG...
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Microsoft’s latest hints at a gaming-friendly Windows UI could be a game changer for handheld devices, and it may very well challenge the simplicity of SteamOS. Recent reports indicate that plans for a Microsoft-sponsored Asus portable PC under the codename Project Kennan are progressing...
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The world of gaming constantly teeters between the familiar comforts of Windows and the ever-evolving possibilities of alternative operating systems. Recently, interest in SteamOS has surged—not only among the Linux community...
HP’s recent commentary sheds new light on the portable gaming debate—and it might signal a shift away from the familiar Windows ecosystem for handheld setups. During the HP Amplify event, Josephine Tan, Senior Vice President and President of Gaming Solutions at HP, voiced a candid criticism of...
HP’s bold stance on the future of gaming handhelds has sparked chatter across the tech world. In a recent Forbes feature, Josephine Tan, HP’s SVP and Division President of Gaming Solutions, didn’t mince words when discussing the shortcomings of Windows on hand-held platforms. Her unfiltered...
Lenovo Legion Go S: A Mixed Bag of Premium Looks and Windows Woes
Lenovo’s latest attempt at a handheld gaming PC—the Legion Go S with Windows 11—has certainly stirred up debate in the portable gaming realm. Despite showcasing a refined design and a promising form factor, this device stumbles...
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Lenovo’s latest handheld news is generating plenty of buzz as pre-orders for the Legion Go S SteamOS edition have just gone live at Best Buy. This new variant of the Lenovo Legion Go S seems aimed squarely at gamers seeking an alternative to the Steam Deck, complete with enhancements to both...
Lenovo is looking to ruffle some feathers in the handheld gaming space with a new twist to its Legion Go S lineup. The latest buzz comes from the SteamOS edition of the device—a unit that not only undercuts its Windows 11 sibling on price but could also tip the scales for gamers who crave a...
For many Windows gamers, the clock is ticking. With Windows 10 support set to expire on October 14, 2025, and Windows 11 not exactly winning everyone over, the search is on for a genuine alternative—a system that cuts out the bloat without demanding a PhD in computer science. Enter Valve’s...