Lenovo will prepare a cheap version of Legion Go, its answer to Steam Deck and ROG Ally.

The segment of portable consoles with Windows is about to be replenished with a new indicator. In accordance with Windows Center, Lenovo will be working on a more accessible version Legion of Go, its answer to the Steam Deck, Asus ROG Ally and other devices already available on the market. The new model will be released under the name Legion Go Light.

The above media does not contain more detailed information about the technical specifications that the alleged Lenovo Legion Go Lite will present. However, there are already suggestions that he may introduce smaller screen than the 8.8-inch used in the current version. Therefore, it would not be strange if this model appeared with a panel closer to 7 inches in size, like the original Steam Deck and ROG Ally.

It is also indicated that this may eliminate removable controls and offer controls integrated into the chassis. Meanwhile, under the hood it is still not known exactly what may change in this new Lenovo Legion Go. However, given that the console is currently only offered with the AMD Z1 Extreme chip, there are rumors that the brand may provide a Lite variant with regular Z1.

The changes that Lenovo will implement could make the Legion Go Lite much lighter than its older sister. The regular model weighs 854 grams with controllers attached, which is significantly higher than the Steam Deck (669 grams), Steam Deck OLED (640 grams) and Asus ROG Ally (608 grams).

But the goal is not only to make the new Lenovo Legion Go lighter, but also more accessible. Let us remind you that the console arrived in Europe in November last year at a price of 799 euros. It remains to be seen how much cheaper this new model might end up being.

Lenovo Legion Go Lite is coming soon

Windows Center A specific date is not mentioned, but it is implied that the Lenovo Legion Go Lite announcement could happen very soon. It wouldn’t be strange if the brand tried to outshine its debut ROG Ally Xwhich Asus confirmed earlier this month will be officially unveiled next Sunday, June 2.

This console will be equipped with more RAM and a larger battery. Additionally, it will introduce M.2 2280 solid state drives (SSDs) instead of the 2230 used in the regular ROG Ally. Asus indicates that it has carried out a major internal redesign, rearranging some components, but there are not expected to be any major changes externally. Of course, the ROG Ally X is expected to be more expensive than its predecessor.

For now we will have to wait. If the launch of Lenovo Legion Go Lite is confirmed, A new player will join a market already crowded with options. It will be interesting to see how this version differs from the rest and positions itself as an attractive alternative for players. If available information is to be believed, official news should appear in a few days or weeks.