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Steam Deck LCD 256GB — 2022
Valve

Steam Deck LCD 256GB

2022

85
/ 100
From $399
VS
Lenovo Legion Go wins by 2
Lenovo Legion Go — Z1 Extreme · 8.8″ QHD+ · Detachable controllers
Lenovo

Lenovo Legion Go

Z1 Extreme · 8.8″ QHD+ · Detachable controllers

87
/ 100
From $749
Specdex verdict

Lenovo Legion Go takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Steam Deck LCD 256GB lands at 85 and Lenovo Legion Go at 87. That puts Lenovo Legion Go ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Steam Deck LCD 256GB if…

  • ✓Exclusive titles (brand-dependent)
  • ✓Store ecosystem
  • ✓Cross-gen compatibility

Pick Lenovo Legion Go if…

  • ✓8.8″ QHD+ display
  • ✓Detachable Joy-Con-style controllers
  • ✓FPS mode mouse-style controls
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Features

Lenovo Legion Go

Compared on the features sub-score

Lenovo Legion Go leads on features (92 vs 83).

Performance

Lenovo Legion Go

Compared on the performance sub-score

Lenovo Legion Go leads on performance (88 vs 85).

Value for money

Steam Deck LCD 256GB

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Steam Deck LCD 256GB more score per dollar ($399 vs $749).

Steam Deck LCD 256GB 85
vs
87 Lenovo Legion Go

Score breakdown

Steam Deck LCD 256GB
85
performance 85
games 83
features 83
value 82
library 0
Lenovo Legion Go
87
performance 88
games 0
features 92
value 84
library 90

Specs side-by-side

Steam Deck LCD 256GB versus Lenovo Legion Go — full spec comparison
Spec Steam Deck LCD 256GB Lenovo Legion Go
Release year
2022
—
CPU
—
AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme
GPU
—
RDNA 3, 12 CUs
RAM
—
16 GB LPDDR5X-7500
Storage
—
512 GB / 1 TB
Display
—
8.8″ IPS, 144Hz, 2560×1600
Battery
—
49.2 Wh

Steam Deck LCD 256GB

Pros
  • +Exclusive titles (brand-dependent)
  • +Store ecosystem
  • +Cross-gen compatibility
Cons
  • −Storage expansion pricey
  • −Dashboard UX ages
  • −Subscription required for online

Lenovo Legion Go

Pros
  • +8.8″ QHD+ display
  • +Detachable Joy-Con-style controllers
  • +FPS mode mouse-style controls
Cons
  • −Heavy at 854g
  • −Battery life modest
  • −Higher resolution costs framerate

FAQ: Steam Deck LCD 256GB vs Lenovo Legion Go

Which is better, Steam Deck LCD 256GB or Lenovo Legion Go? +

Lenovo Legion Go scores 87 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Steam Deck LCD 256GB worth the price? +

At $399, Steam Deck LCD 256GB delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in performance.

Is Lenovo Legion Go worth the price? +

At $749, Lenovo Legion Go delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in features.

Does Steam Deck LCD 256GB or Lenovo Legion Go last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for features, Steam Deck LCD 256GB or Lenovo Legion Go? +

Lenovo Legion Go — leads on features (92 vs 83). Compared on the features sub-score.

Which is better for performance, Steam Deck LCD 256GB or Lenovo Legion Go? +

Lenovo Legion Go — leads on performance (88 vs 85). Compared on the performance sub-score.