Best Buy just slashed its top gaming handheld prices, but I'd urge you not to pick the highest spec option

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Recent updatesOctober 28, 2024:Best Buy’s flash sale is now over, but theLenovo Legion Go has dropped to a new record lowat Amazon. The Asus ROG Ally is sadly back up to full price, but check out our latest coverage if you’re looking to snag the larger handheld for less.

Recent updatesOctober 28, 2024:Best Buy’s flash sale is now over, but theLenovo Legion Go has dropped to a new record lowat Amazon. The Asus ROG Ally is sadly back up to full price, but check out our latest coverage if you’re looking to snag the larger handheld for less.

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October 28, 2024:Best Buy’s flash sale is now over, but theLenovo Legion Go has dropped to a new record lowat Amazon. The Asus ROG Ally is sadly back up to full price, but check out our latest coverage if you’re looking to snag the larger handheld for less.

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TheAsusROG Ally and Legion Go are currently scrapping it out with discounts, but there’s a clear winner in my eyes. I’ve spent a significant amount of time with both portable PCs, and whileLenovo’s powerhouse features some pretty expensive specs on paper, its main rival strikes a much better balance in the hands.

Courtesy of a Best Buy 3-Day gaming flash sale, you can now grab the Asus ROG Allyfor $549.99. Thebest gaming handheldcontender has been sitting at $649.99 for a few weeks now, and while it’s $50 shy of its lowest ever price, I still enjoy seeing it drop in price. Keep in mind the portable originally arrived with a $699.99 MSRP, so you’re still paying far less for it than you would have back in 2023.

At the same time, the Lenovo Legion Go is also sitting pretty with its own discount. You’re actually getting more off the 8.8-inch device, with an $150 discount bringing itto $599.99(was $749.99). That’s a pretty nice saving to say the least, and if you like the idea of using a portable rig with a speedy 144Hz QHD display then I wouldn’t blame you for jumping on it. That said, you’ll want to read on if you want a true insight into what both handhelds actually offer, as specs aren’t the only factor worth considering.

Lenovo Legion Go | $699.99$499.99 at Amazon (updated 28/10)Save $200 -

Buy it if:

✅ You want on-the-go QHD visuals✅ You prefer a faster refresh rate✅ You’re looking for full PC compatibility

Don’t buy it if:

❌ You’re only going to play Steam games❌ You aren’t fussed about resolution❌ You’d prioritize controls

Price Check:Lenovo $599.99|Amazon $499.99

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Asus ROG Ally (Z1E) |$649.99$549.99 at Best BuySave $100 -The ROG Ally has dropped back to $549.99 after a few weeks of sitting at full price, and it’s worth considering if you want one of the top handhelds right now. It is $50 shy of its lowest ever price, and while there’s a chance Black Friday could bring it back under $500 again, there’s no guarantee.Buy it if:✅ You use more than Steam✅ You you’re looking for top-end performance✅ You use Xbox Game PassDon’t buy it if:❌ You’re only interested in SteamPrice check:Walmart: $595|Amazon: $689.69View Deal

Asus ROG Ally (Z1E) |$649.99$549.99 at Best BuySave $100 -The ROG Ally has dropped back to $549.99 after a few weeks of sitting at full price, and it’s worth considering if you want one of the top handhelds right now. It is $50 shy of its lowest ever price, and while there’s a chance Black Friday could bring it back under $500 again, there’s no guarantee.Buy it if:✅ You use more than Steam✅ You you’re looking for top-end performance✅ You use Xbox Game PassDon’t buy it if:❌ You’re only interested in SteamPrice check:Walmart: $595|Amazon: $689.69View Deal

Asus ROG Ally (Z1E) |$649.99$549.99 at Best BuySave $100 -The ROG Ally has dropped back to $549.99 after a few weeks of sitting at full price, and it’s worth considering if you want one of the top handhelds right now. It is $50 shy of its lowest ever price, and while there’s a chance Black Friday could bring it back under $500 again, there’s no guarantee.Buy it if:✅ You use more than Steam✅ You you’re looking for top-end performance✅ You use Xbox Game PassDon’t buy it if:❌ You’re only interested in SteamPrice check:Walmart: $595|Amazon: $689.69View Deal

Asus ROG Ally (Z1E) |$649.99$549.99 at Best BuySave $100 -The ROG Ally has dropped back to $549.99 after a few weeks of sitting at full price, and it’s worth considering if you want one of the top handhelds right now. It is $50 shy of its lowest ever price, and while there’s a chance Black Friday could bring it back under $500 again, there’s no guarantee.Buy it if:✅ You use more than Steam✅ You you’re looking for top-end performance✅ You use Xbox Game PassDon’t buy it if:❌ You’re only interested in SteamPrice check:Walmart: $595|Amazon: $689.69

Asus ROG Ally (Z1E) | $649.99 $549.99 at Best BuySave $100 -

Asus ROG Ally (Z1E) |$649.99$549.99 at Best BuySave $100 -The ROG Ally has dropped back to $549.99 after a few weeks of sitting at full price, and it’s worth considering if you want one of the top handhelds right now. It is $50 shy of its lowest ever price, and while there’s a chance Black Friday could bring it back under $500 again, there’s no guarantee.Buy it if:✅ You use more than Steam✅ You you’re looking for top-end performance✅ You use Xbox Game PassDon’t buy it if:❌ You’re only interested in SteamPrice check:Walmart: $595|Amazon: $689.69

Asus ROG Ally (Z1E) |$649.99$549.99 at Best BuySave $100 -The ROG Ally has dropped back to $549.99 after a few weeks of sitting at full price, and it’s worth considering if you want one of the top handhelds right now. It is $50 shy of its lowest ever price, and while there’s a chance Black Friday could bring it back under $500 again, there’s no guarantee.

Buy it if:

✅ You use more than Steam✅ You you’re looking for top-end performance✅ You use Xbox Game Pass

Don’t buy it if:

❌ You’re only interested in Steam

Price check:Walmart: $595|Amazon: $689.69

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Lenovo Legion Go vs Asus ROG Ally: Which handheld should you buy?

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Asus ROG Ally with High on Life gameplay on screen

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Lenovo Legion GO screen with Robocop Rogue City displayed

This isn’t the first time I’ve discussed whether you should buy aLenovo Legion GoorAsus ROG Ally, and I suspect it won’t be the last. To give you a straight answer, I would pick up the latter device over its larger rival at its current price, as it provides a more refined handheld experience overall.

In part, the Legion Go’s Achilles Hell is its specs. That might sound silly since higher resolutions and faster refresh rates should in practice benefit any gaming PC. The thing is, Lenovo’s handheld ambitions actually make the portable feel more like an experiment than a finished product, with its clunkier formfactor and no-so-comfortable detachable TrueStrike controllers not quite hitting the mark.

I would have cut the Legion Go some slack if it could use its higher spec screen to enhance playing the latest PC games on the go. But, as the portable comes armed with the sameAMDRyzen Z1 chip as the ROG Ally, and the chip doesn’t quite have what it takes to match its QHD 144Hz screen with suitable performance. Sure, you’ll be able to experiment with older games somewhat, but I imagine many players will be disappointed when they realize the realistic limitations of the package.

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Lenovo Legion Go closeup sitting on woodgrain table

On the flip side, the Asus ROG Ally feels far more balanced. It’s rocking a Full HD 120Hz screen, which feels like a far more reasonable bar to set the handheld in terms of frame rates. Its integrated controls are comparable to some of the best PC controllers out there, and it ergonomically feels more like a console rather than a slab with laptop innards squeezed in.

Of course, the ROG Ally and Legion Go aren’t the only handhelds on the block, and there’s a strong case to be made for waiting onBlack Friday Steam Deck dealsinstead. Yes, picking up theSteam Deck OLEDwill mean lower frame rates and compatibility quirks tied to SteamOS, but you’ll be getting a far more vibrant screen that can still hit 90Hz, albeit at 800p.Valve’s controls are also pretty swish, particularly if you like symmetrical sticks.

Can’t live without Windows 11? You might want to instead consider forking out for theZotac Zone. The GPU maker’s handheld effectively target’s Valve’s OLED model with its own AMOLED screen, but offers up better performance using a beefier AMD Ryzen 7 8840U APU and wider compatibility beyond just Steam (Xbox Game Pass, Epic Game Store etc.) It even has dual touchpads and some refreshing pro controller elements like two-step triggers, but it’ll set you back $799. Yikes.

The ultimate takeaway here is that while the Lenovo Legion Go’s current discount is decent, it’ll need to drop well below the ROG Ally’s lowest price for me to recommend it. I’ll sing a different tune if it manages to drop under $500 during Black Friday this year, as it really needs to make up for its shortcomings with an attractive price.

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5Nightbitch review: “Amy Adams' disappointing dark comedy is all bark and no bite”

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Nightbitch review: “Amy Adams' disappointing dark comedy is all bark and no bite”

1Doctor Who 2024 Christmas special review: “Ncuti Gatwa is as magnetic as ever in this delightful festive treat”

Ncuti Gatwa as the Doctor and Nicola Coughlan as Joy in Doctor Who Christmas special Joy to the World

1Doctor Who 2024 Christmas special review: “Ncuti Gatwa is as magnetic as ever in this delightful festive treat”

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Doctor Who 2024 Christmas special review: “Ncuti Gatwa is as magnetic as ever in this delightful festive treat”

2Secret Level review: “An uneven experience with serious highlights that ultimately make up for the misses”

2Secret Level review: “An uneven experience with serious highlights that ultimately make up for the misses”

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Secret Level review: “An uneven experience with serious highlights that ultimately make up for the misses”

3Skeleton Crew review: “Perfectly captures the vibes of classic Star Wars with a swashbuckling twist”

3Skeleton Crew review: “Perfectly captures the vibes of classic Star Wars with a swashbuckling twist”

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Skeleton Crew review: “Perfectly captures the vibes of classic Star Wars with a swashbuckling twist”

4Creature Commandos review: “James Gunn’s heartwarming, R-rated tale about super-monsters proves that the DCU is in good hands”

4Creature Commandos review: “James Gunn’s heartwarming, R-rated tale about super-monsters proves that the DCU is in good hands”

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Creature Commandos review: “James Gunn’s heartwarming, R-rated tale about super-monsters proves that the DCU is in good hands”

5Cobra Kai season 6, part 2 review: “Returns to the sort of hard-hitting form that made it such a fan favorite in the first place”

5Cobra Kai season 6, part 2 review: “Returns to the sort of hard-hitting form that made it such a fan favorite in the first place”

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Cobra Kai season 6, part 2 review: “Returns to the sort of hard-hitting form that made it such a fan favorite in the first place”

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