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ASUS
ASUS ROG Ally X
- Full PC game library (Steam, Epic, Game Pass)
- 80Wh battery — much better than original
- 24GB RAM handles modern games
Lenovo
Lenovo Legion Go 2
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Our Verdict
The biggest screen handheld goes SteamOS. The switch from Windows to SteamOS is a smart move — much better handheld experience. The 8.8-inch display is stunning but makes it quite large to carry.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- Largest handheld screen (8.8" 2K)
- SteamOS — much better than Windows for handhelds
- Detachable controllers
- AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme
- Good battery life improvements
Cons
- Very large for a handheld
- Heavy at 740g
- Detachable controllers feel less solid
- SteamOS limits non-Steam games
Specifications
Processor AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme
Graphics AMD RDNA 3.5 (integrated)
RAM 16 GB LPDDR5x
Storage 512 GB SSD
Display 8.8" IPS, 2560x1600, 144Hz
Battery 74 Wh, up to 3h AAA gaming
Weight 740 g
Operating System SteamOS
Where to Buy
Amazon.co.uk
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- Entire Steam library accessible
- Great value at the price
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Nintendo
Nintendo Switch 2
- Full backward compatibility with Switch games
- DLSS upscaling for 4K docked
- Bigger 8-inch screen
Frequently Asked Questions
Why SteamOS instead of Windows?
Lenovo listened to feedback. SteamOS is much better optimized for handheld gaming with a clean controller-friendly UI and better battery management.
Can the controllers be used separately?
Yes, the right controller includes a trackball and can be used as a standalone mouse-like controller. Both controllers work wirelessly when detached.
Is it too big to be portable?
It fits in a backpack but not a jacket pocket. Think of it as a mini gaming tablet rather than a Switch-sized device.