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Lenovo Legion Go S (SteamOS) vs Valve Steam Deck OLED (512GB)
Get the Steam Deck OLED. Same SteamOS, but a better HDR OLED, quieter, and cheaper. The Legion Go S runs big games clearly faster on a bigger screen, with loud fans.
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Which one is for you?
Legion Go S SteamOS
Get the Legion Go S if this sounds like you: new, demanding games, a bigger screen, fan noise is fine.
Is the Lenovo Legion Go S (SteamOS) worth it?Steam Deck OLED
The best screen, indie or older games, less money? The Steam Deck.
Is the Valve Steam Deck OLED (512GB) worth it?Key differences
Legion Go S SteamOSSteam Deck OLED
Screen
8-inch LCD, 120Hz
7.4-inch HDR OLED, 90Hz✓
Speed in big games
Clearly faster✓
Slower
Noise
Loud fans
Quieter✓
System
SteamOS
SteamOS
Price
Higher
Lower✓
Typical price
See today's price
$789
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How we reached this verdict
We compared independent expert reviews with the manufacturer's specifications, then checked it's sold at a major retailer where you live. We don't test products ourselves.
Sources: PC Gamer, Engadget, Tom's Hardware, Tom's Guide, manufacturer specifications.
Updated 4 Nov 2026How we decide