The GPD Win 4 ($799–$1199) and Lenovo Legion Go ($799) are both Windows-based handhelds capable of emulating up to PlayStation 3, but they occupy different niches. The Win 4 is a compact, pocket-friendly device suited to buyers who prioritize portability, while the Legion Go is a larger machine with a bigger screen that leans toward home or desk use. Buyers who want something closer to a traditional handheld will favor the Win 4; those who prefer a roomier display will gravitate toward the Legion Go.
| GPD Win 4 | Lenovo Legion Go | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $799–$1199 | $799 |
| Brand | GamePad Digital | Lenovo |
| Released | 2023 / 03 | 2023 / 10 |
| Type | Horizontal | Horizontal |
| OS | Windows | Windows 11 |
| Performance | ||
| Chip (SoC) | AMD Ryzen 7 6800U | AMD Ryzen Z1 / AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme |
| CPU | AMD Zen 3+ | AMD Zen 4 |
| GPU | AMD Radeon 680M | AMD Radeon 740M / 780M |
| RAM | 16 GB / 32 GB LPDDR5 (6400 MT/s) | 16 GB LPDDR5X (7500 MT/s) |
| Storage | Internal 512 GB / 1 TB / 2 TB NVMe SSD, External MicroSD | Internal 256 GB / 512 GB / 1 TB M.2 2242 NVMe SSD, External MicroSD |
| Cooling | Heatsink Fan Ventilation cutouts | Heatsink Fan Ventilation cutouts |
| Power tier | High-end | High-end |
| Display | ||
| Screen size | 6.0 inch | 8.8 inch |
| Screen type | IPS Touchscreen | IPS Touchscreen |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1600 |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz |
| Pixel density | 367.15 PPI | 343.05 PPI |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:10 |
| Body & battery | ||
| Battery | 45.62 Wh (Source) | 49.2 Wh |
| Weight | 566 grams | 854 grams |
| Dimensions | 220 mm x 92 mm x ? mm | 299 mm x 131 mm x 41 mm |
| Shell | Plastic | Plastic |
| Colors | Black, White | Shadow Black |
| Ports & connectivity | ||
| Wireless | WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, 4G LTE (optional), USB-A | WiFi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Video out | USB-C video out Top facing | USB-C video out Top & Bottom facing |
| Charging port | USB-C x2 Top & Bottom facing | USB-C x2 Top & Bottom facing |
| Audio out | 3.5mm Headphone Top facing | 3.5mm Headphone Top facing |
| Speakers | Dual Stereo Front facing | Dual Stereo Top facing |
| GPD Win 4 | Lenovo Legion Go | |
|---|---|---|
| Game Boy / Color | A | A |
| NES | A | A |
| Genesis / Mega Drive | A | A |
| Game Boy Advance | A | A |
| SNES | A | A |
| PlayStation 1 | A | A |
| Nintendo DS | A | A |
| Nintendo 64 | A | A |
| Dreamcast | A | A |
| PSP | A | A |
| Sega Saturn | A | A |
| GameCube | A | A |
| Nintendo 3DS | A | A |
| Nintendo Wii | A | A |
| PlayStation 2 | A | A |
| Switch | B+ | A- |
| Wii U | A | A |
| PlayStation 3 | B | B |
Bottom line: the Lenovo Legion Go is more powerful and emulates more demanding systems.
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