Q: Why such screen resolution and frequency?
A: High resolution is very convenient for text-heavy games like RPGs and strategies. A low resolution wouldn’t look good on this screen size. The 1600p resolution can be downscaled to 800p with an even pixel division. The high frequency ensures quick response to user actions, helpful in fast-paced games like platformers, shooters, and racing games. It can be reduced to 60Hz.
Q: How long will the battery last?
A: Battery life information is not yet disclosed, but with a 49Wh battery, a long duration is expected. The screen doesn’t significantly impact battery life; even 16-inch laptops with the same resolution and 165Hz frequency screens consume about 5 watts, so a 9-inch screen will consume less. Lowering the frequency to 60Hz will further improve battery life. The main battery consumer is the processor (and GPU), with adjustable power consumption from 7 to 25 watts on battery, and up to 35 watts when plugged in. Fast charging mode (70% in half an hour) and Battery Bypass mode (battery not used when plugged in) are available. Power banks can also be used with Battery Bypass mode.
Q: Why Windows?
A: It offers the most diverse game library and includes Xbox Game Pass. It’s a familiar ecosystem where most gamers know how to navigate and configure it. Additionally, with Windows, Legion Go can be used as a mini-PC or console, connecting to a monitor or TV. Simply put, Windows gives Legion Go extensive compatibility with both games and devices.
Q: Why so many extra buttons?
A: Lenovo believes that versatility is key in portable consoles. This includes a wide variety of games, each needing different controls (trackpad for shooters and strategies, sticks for shooters and platformers, extra buttons for various bindings) and different usage scenarios. The trackpad is also useful for navigating Windows.
Q: What are the usage options?
A:
- Portable gaming console: Users can extensively customize the power consumption of the processor and screen to achieve desired battery life.
- Portable PC with a 30-watt power envelope: Can connect to any USB-C dock, with peripherals like keyboard, mouse, and monitor.
- Stationary console with a 30-watt power envelope: Can connect to a TV, allowing for couch gaming either with detached controllers or third-party controllers.
- Couch console: Play at home on the couch, either on battery or charging. Games can be run on the built-in processor/GPU, streamed from a home PC/laptop/console, or from cloud gaming services.