Why I’m Choosing the Legion Go S Over the Switch 2 (For Now)

👉Is the Legion Go S with SteamOS really better than the Nintendo Switch 2 RIGHT NOW? Well sir, your old buddy Zu is here, and he has some thoughts after using them both of them side-by-side for over a month. From hardware specs and game libraries to ergonomics and battery life, Zu will tell you why the Legion Go S might be the winner right now. With its 120Hz 8-inch display, native SteamOS support, and easy storage upgrades, the Legion Go S feels like a Steam Deck Pro — and it's already outpacing the Switch 2 for serious gamers and tinkerers alike. But don’t count Nintendo out. The Switch 2 may be locked down, but its exclusive games and future releases could turn the tide. We break down price differences, controller ergonomics, cloud syncing vs DRM locks, and how both handhelds compare when it comes to running retro emulators, indie gems, and AAA games. Whether you're a handheld gaming enthusiast, a Linux geek, or just wondering if you should wait for more Switch 2 games to drop — this is the handheld comparison you don’t want to miss. 〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰 The Lenovo Legion Go S is a handheld gaming device equipped with a high-resolution touchscreen display. Designed for portability and performance, it features an AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme processor, integrated RDNA 3 graphics, and up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM. When configured with SteamOS, a Linux-based operating system developed by Valve, the Legion Go is optimized for gaming through the Steam platform, enabling users to access their game library and use features such as Steam Cloud and Big Picture mode. SteamOS also supports Proton, which facilitates compatibility with many Windows-based games. 〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰 💸Featured items from this video: Go S Best Buy: https://rh-go.link/Lenovo-Legion-Go-S_BB Go S Z1E: https://rh-go.link/Legion-Go-S-Z1E_BB Go S SteamOS Z1E Best Buy: https://rh-go.link/Legion-Go-S-SteamOS-Z1E_BB Go S SteamOS 512 Best Buy: https://rh-go.link/Legion-Go-S-SteamOS-512GB_BB JC Studios: https://jcsfy.etsy.com/?coupon=RHTENOFF (10% off using this link) 🔎Browse our curated weekly deals: https://rh-go.link/DILLS | https://handheld.deals ✨Became a Member or Patron👇 🌐All Our Links: https://rh-go.link 〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰 🎵 Music by Jim Gray (https://ourghosts.bandcamp.com) and SoundStripe 🎞️Production & Editing by SonyWWDD30 (and Gary for Zu's vids...sometimes) ⚠️ Disclaimer This description contains affiliate links. By purchasing something, RH may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This video is for education and entertainment purposes only, and is not intended for kids. All opinions are our own. #emulation #retrohandheld #retrogaming 〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰 ⌚Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction 00:41 - Console experience of the Legion Go S compared with Switch 2 02:25 - Comparisons (Price, Size, Screens, Ergonomics) 04:42 - Is the Legion Go S worth it now? 06:39 - Will the Legion Go S be worth it in a year? 07:47 - Battery Life 08:40 - What Did We Learn? 11:04 - Thanks for watching!