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Lenovo Legion Go S (Z2 Go) vs Nintendo Switch 2
Product A: Lenovo
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Product B: Nintendo
84 of 165 known
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Compare the Lenovo Legion Go S (Z2 Go) with
99 of 156 fields differ
- 41 different values
- 58 known for one only
- 11 the same
- 46 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 51 handheld consoles.
- BatteryA: 55.5WhB: 19.74WhLenovo is 35.76 Wh higher.
- Shortest gaming test runtime (measured)A: 1.7hB: 2.67hNintendo is 0.97 h higher.
- Longest gaming test runtime (measured)A: 1.7hB: 2.67hNintendo is 0.97 h higher.
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- ALenovo: 298.5 × 127.6 mm
- BNintendo: 272 × 116 mm
Weight
0 to 1,000 g
All 165 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Model numbers
83L3001VUS, 83L30030US, 83L30001LM, 83L3000NPH, 83L3003BUK, 83L30044MH, 83L30008TA3Maker product pagelenovo.com/us/en/p/handheld/legion-go-s/83l30030usRead 6 October 20267Press articlexataka.com.mx/videojuegos/lenovo-legion-go-s-se-puede-comprar-mexico-ryzen-z2-go-16gb-ram-windows-11-para-nueva-competencia-steam-deckRead 6 October 20268Retailer pageecommerce.datablitz.com.ph/collections/mothersday-console/products/lenovo-legion-go-s-8arp1-83l3000nph-handheld-gaming-console-glacier-white-amd-ryzen-z2-go-8-wuxga-1920x1200-ips-120hz-16gb-ram-512gb-ssd-windows-11-home-legion-go-s-screen-protectorRead 6 October 20269Maker product pagepsref.lenovo.com/Detail/Legion/Legion_Go_S_8ARP1Read 6 October 202611Maker product pagepsref.lenovo.com/Detail/Legion/Legion_Go_S_8ARP1Read 6 October 202612Maker product pagepsref.lenovo.com/Detail/Legion/Legion_Go_S_8ARP1Read 6 October 202613Maker product pagepsref.lenovo.com/Detail/Legion/Legion_Go_S_8ARP1Read 6 October 2026
GTIN / EAN
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Announced
Status
Predecessor
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
From $729.993Maker product pagelenovo.com/us/en/p/handheld/legion-go-s/83l30030usRead 6 October 20264Press releasenews.lenovo.com/pressroom/press-releases/lenovo-legion-unleashes-next-gen-gaming-power-at-ces-2025Read 6 October 20266Measurementtomshardware.com/video-games/console-gaming/lenovo-legion-go-s-reviewRead 6 October 20267Press articlexataka.com.mx/videojuegos/lenovo-legion-go-s-se-puede-comprar-mexico-ryzen-z2-go-16gb-ram-windows-11-para-nueva-competencia-steam-deckRead 6 October 20268Retailer pageecommerce.datablitz.com.ph/collections/mothersday-console/products/lenovo-legion-go-s-8arp1-83l3000nph-handheld-gaming-console-glacier-white-amd-ryzen-z2-go-8-wuxga-1920x1200-ips-120hz-16gb-ram-512gb-ssd-windows-11-home-legion-go-s-screen-protectorRead 6 October 20269Maker product pagepsref.lenovo.com/Detail/Legion/Legion_Go_S_8ARP1Read 6 October 202610Maker product pagepsref.lenovo.com/Detail/Legion/Legion_Go_S_8ARP1Read 6 October 202611Maker product pagepsref.lenovo.com/Detail/Legion/Legion_Go_S_8ARP1Read 6 October 202612Maker product pagepsref.lenovo.com/Detail/Legion/Legion_Go_S_8ARP1Read 6 October 202613Maker product pagepsref.lenovo.com/Detail/Legion/Legion_Go_S_8ARP1Read 6 October 2026
$449.9910Spec databaseen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nintendo_Switch_2Read 30 September 2026USD 449.99 at launch. Raised to USD 499.99 on 2026-09-0113Press releasenintendo.com/us/whatsnew/nintendo-switch-2-launches-june-5-bringing-new-forms-of-game-communication-to-lifeRead 30 September 2026Suggested retail price $449.99 in United States. No later store price used.
Launch price (EU)
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Markets
US, MX, PH, GB, NL, TH3Maker product pagelenovo.com/us/en/p/handheld/legion-go-s/83l30030usRead 6 October 2026US store page for 83L30030US.7Press articlexataka.com.mx/videojuegos/lenovo-legion-go-s-se-puede-comprar-mexico-ryzen-z2-go-16gb-ram-windows-11-para-nueva-competencia-steam-deckRead 6 October 2026Ya está disponible en México.8Retailer pageecommerce.datablitz.com.ph/collections/mothersday-console/products/lenovo-legion-go-s-8arp1-83l3000nph-handheld-gaming-console-glacier-white-amd-ryzen-z2-go-8-wuxga-1920x1200-ips-120hz-16gb-ram-512gb-ssd-windows-11-home-legion-go-s-screen-protectorRead 6 October 2026Philippine retailer listing for 83L3000NPH.9Maker product pagepsref.lenovo.com/Detail/Legion/Legion_Go_S_8ARP1Read 6 October 202611Maker product pagepsref.lenovo.com/Detail/Legion/Legion_Go_S_8ARP1Read 6 October 202612Maker product pagepsref.lenovo.com/Detail/Legion/Legion_Go_S_8ARP1Read 6 October 202613Maker product pagepsref.lenovo.com/Detail/Legion/Legion_Go_S_8ARP1Read 6 October 2026
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Colours
Glacier White, Nebula Nocturne1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_Go_S_8ARP1/Legion_Go_S_8ARP1_Spec.PDFRead 6 October 2026Page 4, Case Color: Glacier white or Nebula nocturne, one per model.2Maker product pagelenovo.com/us/en/p/handheld/legion-go-s/len106g0002Read 6 October 2026Color: Glacier White, Nebula Nocturne. The CES 2025 release called the SteamOS colour Nebula Violet before launch.
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Device class
Form factor
Detachable controllers10Spec databaseen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nintendo_Switch_2Read 30 September 2026
Platform and software
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OS family
OS at launch
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Latest OS
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Built-in game stores
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Physical games
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Backward compatibility
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Plays compatible physical and digital Nintendo Switch games. Some Nintendo Switch games are not supported or fully compatible.3Maker product pagenintendo.com/us/store/products/nintendo-switch-2-system-123669Read 30 September 2026Footnote: some Nintendo Switch games may not be supported or fully compatible13Press releasenintendo.com/us/whatsnew/nintendo-switch-2-launches-june-5-bringing-new-forms-of-game-communication-to-lifeRead 30 September 2026Nintendo Switch games may not be supported or fully compatible, subject to compatibility lists.
Upscaling and frame generation
DLSS10Spec databaseen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nintendo_Switch_2Read 30 September 2026DLSS through the Tensor cores14Press releaseblogs.nvidia.com/blog/nintendo-switch-2-leveled-up-with-nvidia-ai-powered-dlss-and-4k-gamingRead 30 September 2026NVIDIA Tensor Core paragraph explicitly names Deep Learning Super Sampling (DLSS). No system-level frame-generation feature is inferred.
Processor and graphics
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Chip
Chip brand
Core configuration
ALenovo Legion Go S (Z2 Go)
| Physical core count | Core | Base clock (GHz) | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | Zen 3+ | 3 | 4.3 |
BNintendo Switch 2
| Physical core count | Core |
|---|---|
| 8 | Cortex-A78C |
CPU cores
4
8
Max CPU clock
4.3GHz
Not available
Process
Not available
GPU
Integrated NVIDIA GPU, 1536 CUDA cores6Press articledigitalfoundry.net/articles/digitalfoundry-2025-nintendo-switch-2-final-tech-specs-and-system-reservations-confirmedRead 30 September 2026
GPU architecture
GPU compute units
GPU max clock
Not available
GPU compute (claimed)
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Power modes
ALenovo Legion Go S (Z2 Go)
Not availableBNintendo Switch 2
| Mode | Power source | Max CPU clock (GHz) | Max GPU clock (MHz) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Handheld | Battery | 1.101 | 561 |
| Docked | Docked | 0.998 | 1,007 |
Lowest TDP
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Highest TDP
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Highest TDP on battery
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Memory and storage
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RAM
RAM type
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RAM speed
Memory bandwidth
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Storage
Storage type
Installed drive PCIe generation
Not available
Storage slots
ALenovo Legion Go S (Z2 Go)
| Form factor | Interface | PCIe generation | PCIe lanes | Count | Occupied |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M.2 2280 | PCIe NVMe | 4 | 4 | 1 | Yes |
BNintendo Switch 2
Not availableM.2 slots
1
Not available
Memory card
Card speed class
Not available
Display
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Screen size
Native resolution
Pixel density
283ppi
278.8ppi
Aspect ratio
Not available
Panel type
Native panel orientation
Not available
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Screen surface
Not available
Touchscreen
Built-in display refresh modes
ALenovo Legion Go S (Z2 Go)
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Max (Hz) | VRR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1920 | 1200 | 120 | Yes |
BNintendo Switch 2
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Max (Hz) | VRR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1920 | 1080 | 120 | Yes |
Max refresh rate
120Hz
120Hz
Adaptive sync
Not available
G-SYNC10Spec databaseen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nintendo_Switch_2Read 30 September 2026G-Sync in handheld mode14Press releaseblogs.nvidia.com/blog/nintendo-switch-2-leveled-up-with-nvidia-ai-powered-dlss-and-4k-gamingRead 30 September 2026More Power, Smoother Gameplay bullet explicitly NVIDIA G-SYNC in handheld mode.
VRR lower limit
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Brightness (SDR, claimed)
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Peak brightness (HDR, claimed)
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DCI-P3 coverage (claimed)
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HDR formats
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Second display
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Controls
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Stick sensor
Hall effect2Maker product pagelenovo.com/us/en/p/handheld/legion-go-s/len106g0002Read 6 October 2026Features: Hall effect joysticks, complete with RGB flair.4Press releasenews.lenovo.com/pressroom/press-releases/lenovo-legion-unleashes-next-gen-gaming-power-at-ces-2025Read 6 October 2026Intro paragraph: fused TrueStrike controllers with adjustable trigger switches and hall-effect joysticks.
Stick layout
Touch-sensitive sticks
Not available
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Replaceable stick modules
Not available
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Trigger sensor
Not available
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Trigger stops
Not available
D-pad
Not available
Face button labels
Extra rear and grip buttons
System-level remapping
System buttons
Not available
POWER Button, Volume buttons, HOME Button, Capture Button, C Button1Maker product pagenintendo.com/en-gb/Hardware/Nintendo-Switch-2/Nintendo-Switch-2-Specifications-2785627.htmlRead 30 September 2026Console: POWER Button and Volume buttons. Joy-Con 2: HOME, Capture and C Button
Detached controller connection
Not available
Controller mouse sensor
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Motion and feedback
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Gyroscope
Rumble
Measured
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Brightness (measured)
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HDR peak brightness (measured)
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DCI-P3 coverage (measured)
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Colour accuracy (measured Delta E)
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PWM frequency (measured)
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3DMark Time Spy graphics (measured)
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3DMark Steel Nomad Light (measured)
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3DMark Wild Life Extreme (measured)
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Cinebench 2024 single-core (measured)
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Cinebench 2024 multi-core (measured)
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AnTuTu (measured)
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Game frame rates (measured)
ALenovo Legion Go S (Z2 Go)
| Game | Width (px) | Height (px) | Preset | TDP (W) | Power source | Average FPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cyberpunk 2077 | 1280 | 800 | Steam Deck | 40 | Mains | 35 |
| Cyberpunk 2077 | 1920 | 1200 | Steam Deck | 40 | Mains | 18 |
| Forza Horizon 5 | 1280 | 800 | High | 40 | Mains | 56 |
| Red Dead Redemption 2 | 1280 | 800 | Lowest | 40 | Mains | 52 |
| Borderlands 3 | 1280 | 800 | Medium | 40 | Mains | 50 |
| Borderlands 3 | 1920 | 1200 | Medium | 40 | Mains | 33 |
BNintendo Switch 2
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Memory card read (measured)
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Battery runtime per test (measured)
ALenovo Legion Go S (Z2 Go)
| Test | Hours (h) |
|---|---|
| Gaming | 1.7 |
BNintendo Switch 2
| Test | Game | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Hitman: World of Assassination | 2.67 |
Shortest gaming test runtime (measured)
1.7h
2.67h
Longest gaming test runtime (measured)
1.7h
2.67h
Video runtime (measured)
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Full charge time (measured)
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Power draw gaming (measured)
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Fan noise per mode (measured)
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Max fan noise (measured)
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Fan noise while gaming (measured)
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Back surface under load (measured)
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Grips under load (measured)
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Chip temperature while gaming (measured)
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Stick tests (measured)
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Speaker loudness (measured)
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Weight (measured)
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Audio
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Speakers
Speaker direction
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Audio features
Not available
Linear PCM 5.1ch output over HDMI in TV mode, Surround sound effect1Maker product pagenintendo.com/en-gb/Hardware/Nintendo-Switch-2/Nintendo-Switch-2-Specifications-2785627.htmlRead 30 September 2026
Microphones
Ports and dock
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Ports
ALenovo Legion Go S (Z2 Go)
| Type | Version | Count | Side | Max speed (Gbps) | Thunderbolt or USB4 | DP Alt Mode | Max charging input (W) | Max power output (W) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | USB4 40Gbps | 2 | Top | 40 | USB4 | Yes | 100 | 15 |
| 3.5 mm audio | Headphone / microphone combo | 1 | Top | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| microSD card | Not available | 1 | Bottom | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
BNintendo Switch 2
| Type | Version | Count | Side |
|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | Not available | 1 | Bottom |
| USB-C | Not available | 1 | Top |
| 3.5 mm audio | Not available | 1 | Top |
| microSD card | microSD Express | 1 | Not available |
| Other | Game card slot | 1 | Top |
Source1Maker product pagenintendo.com/en-gb/Hardware/Nintendo-Switch-2/Nintendo-Switch-2-Specifications-2785627.htmlRead 30 September 2026USB-C on the bottom for charging and the dock, USB-C on the top for accessories or charging10Spec databaseen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nintendo_Switch_2Read 30 September 2026Photo caption: the top of the console has the USB-C port, headphone jack and game card slot
USB-C ports
2
2
USB4 or Thunderbolt
Yes
Not available
USB-C charging
100W
Not available
Video out
Not available
Max external display
Not available
Not available
External GPU
Not available
Not available
Dock
Sold separately1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_Go_S_8ARP1/Legion_Go_S_8ARP1_Spec.PDFRead 6 October 2026Page 5, Docking: various docking solutions supported via USB-C.2Maker product pagelenovo.com/us/en/p/handheld/legion-go-s/len106g0002Read 6 October 2026Legion Ecosystem section: connect to the big screen with the Legion Go Dock, sold as an accessory. Spec sheet: various docking solutions supported via USB-C.
Max output through dock
ALenovo Legion Go S (Z2 Go)
Not availableBNintendo Switch 2
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Refresh rate (Hz) | HDR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 60 | Yes |
| 2560 | 1440 | 120 | Yes |
| 1920 | 1080 | 120 | Yes |
Dock ports
Not available
2 USB ports (USB 2.0 compatible), HDMI port, LAN port, AC adapter port, System connector1Maker product pagenintendo.com/en-gb/Hardware/Nintendo-Switch-2/Nintendo-Switch-2-Specifications-2785627.htmlRead 30 September 2026
Wireless
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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi bands
Not available
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Bluetooth
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NFC
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Cellular
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Network
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Battery and charging
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Battery energy
Battery capacity
Not available
5,220mAh1Maker product pagenintendo.com/en-gb/Hardware/Nintendo-Switch-2/Nintendo-Switch-2-Specifications-2785627.htmlRead 30 September 20265220 mAh for the model with a non user-replaceable battery. The user-replaceable battery model has 5172 mAh2Maker product pagenintendo.com/us/gaming-systems/switch-2/tech-specsRead 30 September 2026
Claimed battery life
ALenovo Legion Go S (Z2 Go)
| Use | Hours (h) |
|---|---|
| Video playback | 15.4 |
BNintendo Switch 2
| Use | Hours (from) (h) | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | 2 | 6.5 |
Battery life (claimed, min)
Not available
2h
Battery life (claimed, max)
15.4h
6.5h
Wired charging
Not available
Charging standards
Not available
Charge 0 to 100 % (claimed)
Charge limit
Not available
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Bypass charging
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Charger in box
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Cooling
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Fans
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Vapor chamber
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Custom fan curve
Not available
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Build
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Built-in kickstand
Dust and water rating
Not available
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User-replaceable parts
Not available
Fan, Speakers19Owner's manualifixit.com/Guide/Nintendo+Switch+2+Fan+Replacement/194217Read 8 October 2026Fan replacement requires internal disassembly, screwdrivers and replacement thermal putty and paste. Documented DIY repair, not tool-free access or a Nintendo-authorized routine service claim. Original BEE-001 console only. Battery is excluded.20Owner's manualifixit.com/Guide/Nintendo+Switch+2+Speakers+Replacement/193643Read 8 October 2026Speaker replacement requires internal disassembly and tools. Documented DIY repair, not tool-free access or a Nintendo-authorized routine service claim. Original BEE-001 console only. Battery is excluded.
Dimensions and weight
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Dimensions
Width298.5Height127.55Depth43.4mm(11.8 × 5 × 1.7 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_Go_S_8ARP1/Legion_Go_S_8ARP1_Spec.PDFRead 6 October 2026Page 4, Dimensions (WxDxH): 298.5 x 127.55 x 22.6-43.4 mm. Depth stores the 43.4 mm maximum. Lenovo product pages and the launch release state 299 x 127.55 x 22.6 mm. The spec sheet is used.
Width272Height116Depth30.7mm(10.7 × 4.6 × 1.2 in)1Maker product pagenintendo.com/en-gb/Hardware/Nintendo-Switch-2/Nintendo-Switch-2-Specifications-2785627.htmlRead 30 September 2026Width and height are the full device with supplied controllers attached. Maximum external depth includes protruding controls: 30.7 mm. Chassis-only depth is 13.9 mm and is not stored in this field.
Weight
Certifications
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Game compatibility programme
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FCC ID
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Other certifications
TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution), ErP Lot 6/26, RoHS compliant1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_Go_S_8ARP1/Legion_Go_S_8ARP1_Spec.PDFRead 6 October 2026Page 6, Green Certifications: ErP Lot 6/26, RoHS compliant. Other Certifications: TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution).
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In the box
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In the box
Lenovo Legion Go S, Quick start guide2Maker product pagelenovo.com/us/en/p/handheld/legion-go-s/len106g0002Read 6 October 2026What's in the Box: Lenovo Legion Go S, 65W USB-C charger, Quick start guide. The base lists the items without the charger, since the spec sheet lists a no-adapter option in some countries. Rows with a verified charger add it.
Nintendo Switch 2 Console, Joy-Con 2 (L) in Light Blue, Joy-Con 2 (R) in Light Red, Nintendo Switch 2 AC Adapter, USB-C Charging Cable, Nintendo Switch 2 Dock, Joy-Con 2 Grip, Joy-Con 2 Strap (x2), Ultra High Speed HDMI Cable3Maker product pagenintendo.com/us/store/products/nintendo-switch-2-system-123669Read 30 September 2026
Links
Not compared
Product page
Spec sheet
Manual
Not available
www.nintendo.com/eu/media/downloads/support_1/nintendoswitch2/NSwitch2_ImportantInformation_EUR.pdf16Owner's manualnintendo.com/eu/media/downloads/support_1/nintendoswitch2/NSwitch2_ImportantInformation_EUR.pdfRead 8 October 2026Manufacturer Important Information booklet for Switch 2 and supplied accessories. It includes safety, charging and service instructions. EU booklet is not evidence of US warranty terms.
EPREL registration number
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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