I returned the Lenovo Legion Go

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Dragon Paul Z

Күн бұрын

I returned it and here's why.
Thank you for watching.

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@pauliwall1986 Жыл бұрын

Hey everyone, I've realized there's a section of my video missing. It discussed using the Go with a second screen with the tdp cranked up. Sorry about the confusion.

@sirownzalotgaming3025 Жыл бұрын

I’ve had it for a week and had zero problems. I love it. The performance is mind blowing. I have no idea what these guys are talking about with all these “I returned the Lenovo legion go” videos. I think it’s because it’s not different enough from what they already own. The return period is approaching, their KZbin videos are made and they want their $700 back. The LLG is hands down better than steam deck in every way. The steam deck is just simpler to use and most consumers want a console like experience.

@pauliwall1986 Жыл бұрын

I appreciate the feedback. If I liked the controller's better it'd been a different story for me.

@sirownzalotgaming3025 Жыл бұрын

@@pauliwall1986 the controllers are dope. Hall effect sticks, gyroscopes, RGB, ergonomic. The triggers feel way better than I had expected. Not a big fan of the fps mode tho. I need to tweak the sensitivity on that when I get time.

@pauliwall1986 Жыл бұрын

@sirownzalotgaming3025 I didn't like fps mode. The controllers dug into my hands during handheld play. Other than that I really think it's a solid device.

@TechNick1 Жыл бұрын

Yeah if your only reason to spring for the Legion Go is the extra ~50% higher performance vs Steam Deck, it likely won't be transformative for many titles. I do think the Legion Go has a nice list of real world advantages over the Steam Deck though: -MUCH larger display (nearly 9" Go vs 7" Deck, and I personally find 7" just too small for a lot of games, even 9" is the "bare minimum" size imo) Way higher resolution as well, giving that ultra sharp "retina" look even if you're upscaling from 800p/1200p due to the pixels being too small to see. Sticking with 1280x800 on the Deck OLED was my biggest disappointment, as it just looks so jagged and grainy amongst all the ultra crisp screens we otherwise have today. I understand the perf benefit from 1280x800 res, but I'd much rather integer scale up to a higher resolution than limit the display to so few pixels as they are physically visible. This is particularly important for any kind of web browsing on the screen, as the high res keeps everything pin sharp even at small text sizes. -Detachable controllers! Having the option to pull the controllers off and not have to hold the whole console+screen is a major deal for me, as it allows you to play with your arms more spaced out and relaxed like the Nintendo Switch. 90% of my handheld Switch use is with the screen/tablet up on a tablet mount in bed, laying on my back with a joycon in each hand at my side or under the sheets. I honestly try to avoid holding the console attached unless I have no choice (ie playing out of the house, very rare for me). -Two USB4 ports. The Go can be connected to a desktop dock and output up to 4K120Hz monitors, as well as accept USB accessories, Ethernet, audio output, etc all with just 1 USB-C plug. And leave another USB-C open for even more accessories or for charging. I love the idea that this compact touchscreen tablet can be used as a full blown portable Windows PC when it's not being used for gaming, whereas the Steam Deck is more or less limited to just gaming (unless you want to futz around with a barebones Linux desktop) and collects dust with no further purpose when not used for gaming. The Legion Go can serve as a very capable desktop PC (8 core Zen 4, 5.1GHz boost - on par with Ryzen 7800X) for non-gaming usage, and then just yank it from a dock to use as a touchscreen Windows tablet, or of course jump into a game handheld. It's one device that can fill at least 3 roles (gaming handheld, tablet, desktop) so it can be used a lot farther than Steam Deck. I love the insane versatility the Legion Go brings to the table, having a full blown Windows PC in a compact tablet formfactor has been a dream device of mine for over a decade. The Steam Deck felt like a tease of that, but the permanent controllers, small & low res display (rough text), and lack of true Windows OS support left it short of being able to fill that role of a truly portable PC. I think that's the best way to distinct between the two devices - if you want a pure handheld gaming device that acts like a game console, and have no desire to ask of anything further from it, Steam Deck is a great option. If you want a full fat PC that you can hold in your hands as a tablet, dock as an office/productivity desktop, or play handheld games on - the Lenovo Legion Go is a far better and more versatile fit. :)

@pauliwall1986 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for all the good info

@NoBodysGamer Жыл бұрын

Detachable gamepads are a huge minus.

@michaelromeo9255 Жыл бұрын

@@NoBodysGamer not really. Easily replaced if broken than throwing out the whole system

@cyrax3840 Жыл бұрын

Honestly if you have the regular steamdeck there is no need for the oled same performance just better screen as for the legion go it has a bigger screen better performance plays can play all windows games in theory but the software is bad and you wont get as good battery life as the steam deck overall both devices are good at what they do

@michaelromeo9255 Жыл бұрын

@@cyrax3840 what are you ranting about? The Legion Space was just updated. I use the legion go for all my gaming needs now. You don’t have to use Space if you dont want to, and can operate using Steam Launcher or other third party launcher. You can use AMD software for more controls. Im not even sure what youre talking about with regard to the software as I have not experienced any issues at all with the recent updates.

@kinoquengversabilityvevo4791 Жыл бұрын

Wellni only have my Galaxy z fold 4 and thats it no tablet or ps5.. i work 14 hours the in the hotel in jamaica as a entertainment coordinator... so guess what the lenovo legion is perfect for me and definitely getting one.. its gonna be my main gaming console and main pc with windows... i love the track pab and i love the screen i dont care if its portrait i love that its big i dont care if its 3 pound... i trust lenovo and they already fixing the little bugs .. this device was made for me

@pauliwall1986 Жыл бұрын

It's a solid device. I really don't think it's a bad purchase. Especially if your going to use it in tabletop mode.

@frostygameroffline_prism9578 Жыл бұрын

This is what the comments should look like Lenovo literally first handheld and hit it out of the park can't wait till mine comes

@pauliwall1986 Жыл бұрын

@@frostygameroffline_prism9578 It's a solid device, I'm sure you'll love it.

@doomedthunder6638 Жыл бұрын

I returned my yesterday too because I had ordered the Steam Deck OLED.

@pauliwall1986 Жыл бұрын

Yep, the OLED coming out made the GO a harder purchase. But we'll both enjoy the new OLED.

@doomedthunder6638 Жыл бұрын

@@pauliwall1986 did you get the 512gb or the 1tb?

@pauliwall1986 Жыл бұрын

@@doomedthunder6638 i got the 512. I'll just get an antiglare screen protector.

@16lucarelli Жыл бұрын

Steam deck is a Handheld with walls On it, can't play all games without having to put windows on it, not worth at all

@pauliwall1986 Жыл бұрын

@@16lucarelli yea that was my original problem. I have a lot of Epic and GoG games that are a pain to get working on the deck.

@jjayala Жыл бұрын

I have an ally but may get this in the future and only use it tablet style

@pauliwall1986 Жыл бұрын

In tabletop mode it's great. But I primarily play either on the couch or in the driver's seat when I'm waiting between jobs. It didn't feel great to me in the truck.

@michaelromeo9255 Жыл бұрын

This review does not make any sense. If you have a laptop that plays games or a gaming device why get the steam deck in the first place or why is the steam deck a more worthy buy than the legion go? The reason for the legion go or steam deck is portability in the same class. The legion go wins due to the excellent screen!!!

@dragonbike471 Жыл бұрын

Steam os. Ergonomics. Battery life is all better than the legion go and now with the new steam deck OLED is a lot better. Performance is ok for lesser games still.

@dragonbike471 Жыл бұрын

I bought both because I couldn't decide but I agree with this KZbinrs opinions. I might return the legion go but I'll give it a good week. I got an open box for $646 on bestbuy 1tb too, kinda lucky. Most likely will be satisfied with the steam deck OLED since the controls and community on there is always improving and modding the feeling of how you use the device.

@michaelromeo9255 Жыл бұрын

@@dragonbike471 I cannot imagine playing warzone on the steam decks little screen. Its hard as it is on the legion go but still manageable. To each their own.

@pauliwall1986 Жыл бұрын

I bought because I play around the house where my family is. That's usually the couch. Or I play in between jobs in my work truck. The work truck with the Deck is mich easier. Plus the new, slightly larger oled screen is now the best handheld screen.

@michaelromeo9255 Жыл бұрын

@@pauliwall1986 I understand. The legion go is one of the most powerful devices I’ve ever seen in mobile form. Android app compatibility, windows, great large screen… I hooked it up with my Quest 3 and played some Half Life Alyx. The steam deck is just there.

@MrRaychard123 Жыл бұрын

Return mine less than 4 hrs of trining to game. Basically I couldn’t read the txt even with my glasses, controller in fps is really bad for cs2.

@pauliwall1986 Жыл бұрын

I did not enjoy fps mode at all.

@Raptorialand 3 ай бұрын

Never buy a pc again lol

@julesthatruth1993 Жыл бұрын

Never had a steam deck and I use oled devices, even my laptop is oled😅 it’s hard to go back to lcd in my opinion. But I have a question. I live in New York, and I was wondering since this is my first purchase from valve, can anyone tell me how long it would take before I get my hands on it (512 version) if I order it today?

@pauliwall1986 Жыл бұрын

The one I ordered at launch has already shipped.

@akamazjzjajz-ie3sw Жыл бұрын

Great video man keep doing

@pauliwall1986 Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@ricardofernandes6036 Жыл бұрын

Hey Paul, maybe the Logitec G Cloud is something you like to try-out. Greetings from The Netherlands / Europa ✌🏾👾🕹🎮

@pauliwall1986 Жыл бұрын

I'll give it a look. Thanks for the recommendation.

@NoBodysGamer Жыл бұрын

The OP doesn't make sense, he compares the GO vs PC, laptops and consoles. Its a Handheld PC, its direct competition is the Steam Deck, ROG Ally, ayaneo KUN and rest of PC based handhelds. The question is, is it FASTER than steam deck? YES it is. Do you want bigger screen? YES, you go buy Legion GO NO? You go and buy ROG Ally [same Z1 Extreme SOC] The steam deck is not part of this equation, yes, OLED, yes screen look better [I been using OLED TVs as my PC monitor since 2016, i have no non-oled TVs in the apartments at all] But OLED is just the display, it wont make games run faster, if they slow they slow, if you forced to use LOW settings to get 30fps, in the legion you probably can get MEDIUM settings and 40fps The funny thing about portability, SD is not a tiny device, its not smaller then Legion go. Steam Deck is Bagable device, its not pocketable, you need a backpack or some sort of carrying case, same goes for Legion Go. ROG Ally is the only one that actually smaller, yet its still too big to be carried in a pocket, [maybe during winter when you have bigger pockets 🤷🏼‍♂] Steam Deck OLED is only valid for people that have Legion GO or ROG ally and want a second system to enjoy better screen in weaker titles. or people that outright dont care about modern games and play indie games, old games and emulators [not all of them, like PS3, Switch, Wiiu, X360 will be much better on the Legion GO/ ROG Ally]

@pauliwall1986 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback. I was trying to answer previous questions in my comparisons. As I said the Go is a great device, but for my wants the OLED Deck is a better choice for now.

@mtskz Жыл бұрын

Very bad video. Comparing apples and oranges. Mixing PC and consoles with handheld devices. Comparing a much weaker device that just performed the ultimate money-grabbing stunt upgrading just the screen without any hardware improvements and saying that the chaotic difference on many games like Hogwarts where the difference is about 30 fps outdoors and 60 fps in Cyberpunk, isn't enough. Please, you can talk as much as you like about software being terrible on the Go but you are not allowed to talk about hardware being a small difference. If you compared the Ally, then sure but is insulting saying that the difference between the Deck and the Go is small.

@pauliwall1986 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback. As I stated it's a very good product.

@frostygameroffline_prism9578 Жыл бұрын

Your damn right bro no comparison here between a PC and counsel just talking bs

@NoBodysGamer Жыл бұрын

What software? I dont get people that bitch and moan about software, its WINDOWS, you dont need the software at all, its there to get updates, to set the power and it can do all that. and lets be honest, they been releasing updates like crazy, firmware, software, roadmap, its all tehre, everything will be released and everything will be great

@mtskz Жыл бұрын

@NoBodysGamer Sure Im with you on that. But that would make more sense than comparing a handheld with current gen consoles. There are a few problems that Windows cant solve. Like that the controls are practically not working at all and not the gyros either.There is also practically no control over the the leds. The handheld companion guys did fix almost all controls and added ambilight (!) to the device but in order to get it officially we will be needing legion space.