New benchmarks show SteamOS outperforming Windows 11 on Lenovo's handheld PC
Frame rate improvements were quite drastic for games like Returnal
SteamOS outperforms Windows on the Lenovo Legion Go S in both speed and battery life
Windows was holding back Lenovo's gaming handheld
What just happened? Lenovo showcased two versions of its Legion Go S gaming handheld last January at CES 2025. While the Windows model launched in February, the SteamOS version has only just started shipping (with nearly identical hardware specs). Benchmarks released by popular YouTuber Dave Lee suggest that the latter is noticeably faster and more battery-efficient than the Windows version.
SteamOS adds support for Lenovo Legion Go, Asus ROG Ally, and other AMD handheld PCs
Update adds power controls, VRR tweaks, and broader access
Zotac's new OLED handheld gaming PC runs a Linux-based OS
A new Manjaro OS fork powered by AMD's Radeon 890M iGPU
New SteamOS labels show game compatibility beyond Steam Deck
Lenovo Legion Go S and other handhelds receive Steam Deck verification alternative
SteamOS beta adds ROG Ally and Legion Go support, new controller compatibility
Early support arrives for non-Steam Deck handhelds in beta channel
SteamOS benchmarked on Asus ROG Ally as beta general release nears
Challenging Windows in handheld gaming
Valve rolls out SteamOS for more devices, offering a fresh alternative to Windows
SteamOS 3.7.0 preview includes "beginnings of support for non-Steam Deck handhelds"
SteamOS VR headset could launch this year for $1,200
Seemingly final renders of a new VR controller leaked last year
SteamOS is coming to third-party handhelds, starting with the Lenovo Legion Go S
Lenovo's handheld running SteamOS could cost $100 less than the Windows variant
Lenovo could unveil the first third-party SteamOS device at CES
Microsoft will also be in attendance
Valve may be ready to revive Steam Machines with Project "Fremont"
Internal code leaks indicate Valve has plenty of new hardware planned
Powered by SteamOS: Valve's Linux gaming OS prepares to expand beyond the Steam Deck
Something to look forward to: Steam users have long wondered about when Valve might make the Steam Deck's custom Linux distro available for other devices. While the company hasn't disclosed its software roadmap, new internal guidelines provide the latest evidence that these plans are progressing. Interestingly, this development coincides with a new patent for a Linux-based handheld gaming device from Samsung.
Tinkerer converts Wii-sized ThinkCentre into compact SteamOS gaming console
He even managed to cram in a Radeon RX 6400
SteamOS could see a general distribution release, work with other handheld gaming PCs soon
A firmware update mentions the Asus ROG Ally, but could also make it to your Linux desktop PC if you wanted
Ayaneo Next Lite is the first Steam Deck competitor built on SteamOS
Bringing budget competition to the Steam Deck?
Linux desktop users can get the Steam Deck experience with Bazzite
SteamOS clone brings Steam Deck's software advantages to more hardware
Why Steam Deck Is One of the Most Significant PC Gaming Moments in Years
While the launch of the Steam Deck was the opposite of pompous, Valve's gaming handheld has kept gaining momentum. One year later, let's take a look at the impact it's had on the PC gaming market.
Valve's latest Steam Deck update includes a lock screen and support for Windows 11 installs
Keep your Deck safe from prying eyes
Trying to play Destiny 2 on the Steam Deck could get you banned
Maybe wait until the Windows drivers are ready
Valve rolls out a beta patch for Half-Life 2, includes long-awaited bug fixes and Vulkan support
Valve preps Half-Life 2 for the Steam Deck's launch
