Latest for Windows reports that Lenovo plans to unveil a SteamOS version of the Legion Go 2 at CES 2026, aimed at gamers who want the power of hardware without the hassle of a portable Windows 11 system.
The idea is uncomplicated: keep the same basic specs, change the operating system, and make the whole device feel more like a console when you hold it in your hand. Lenovo has not officially confirmed this model in the source materials provided, and key details such as pricing, regions and sales start date are not mentioned.
Same hardware, different operating system
The list of specifications cited in the report does not sound like a compromise. Requires an AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme processor, up to 32GB LPDDR5X (8000MHz) memory, and up to 2TB PCIe Gen4 M.2 2242 SSD.
The display remains a gigantic selling point as it has an 8.8-inch OLED panel with a resolution of 1920 x 1200 (16:10) and a refresh rate of 144 Hz, a power rating of 500 nits and DCI-P3. The set also includes a 74 Wh battery, USB-C charging with a 65 W adapter, two USB-C ports with USB4 and DisplayPort 1.4, a 3.5 mm audio jack and a microSD card reader supporting up to 2 TB.
SteamOS is a real update
It’s really about feeling. Windows 11 is said to be a persistent faint point for mobile gaming, even with powerful hardware, because the interface and typical PC workflow can clash with a device built of sticks and buttons.
In comparison, SteamOS was designed to run primarily on a gamepad, with the process of suspending and resuming the game in line with the way people operate consoles. The report also indicated that Microsoft is working on Xbox Full Screen Experience to address similar issues on Windows mobile devices, but Lenovo appears to be taking a different route on this one.
What to watch at CES 2026
If Lenovo shows the Legion Go 2 model with SteamOS at CES 2026, practical questions are missing today: how much does it cost, where is it shipped and when can you actually buy it.
If Windows 11 is your main stumbling block, this leak is a solid reason to wait for official details. If you need a mobile device now, the Windows version remains a familiar quantity, just without the software change this report is based around.
