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May 28, 2026 3:55 AM

YMMV - Legion Go S 8"; - Steam OS, Z1 Extreme, 32 GB, 1 TB - Open Box starting at $804.99

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Open Box Legion Go 8" with the Z1 Extreme/32GB/1TB from BB is almost half off of current regular price. Just bought one yesterday and I'm loving it. Bunch available all throughout the metro area where I am at.

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Open Box Legion Go 8" with the Z1 Extreme/32GB/1TB from BB is almost half off of current regular price. Just bought one yesterday and I'm loving it. Bunch available all throughout the metro area where I am at.

https://www.bestbuy.com/product/l...c=pdp_page

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The Legion Go S with the Z1 Extreme is a capable handheld for SteamOS or Windows gaming, with strong performance, a comfortable grip, and a 32 GB memory configuration that helps it feel smoother than 16 GB models. The screen is described as good even though it is not OLED, and dual-boot setups handle Steam, Battle.net, Epic, and Game Pass well. Battery life is the main weakness, landing around 2 to 3 hours depending on the game, and the trackpad is widely described as poor for mouse control. It is a solid option if you value performance and flexibility more than endurance.

  • Steam library players who want a comfortable handheld, because SteamOS runs Steam games smoothly and the 32GB memory helps performance in demanding titles.

  • Performance-focused handheld buyers who want strong frame rates, because the Z1 Extreme model runs games well and is described as beating competing handhelds.

  • Travel gamers who can live with short sessions, because battery life is only about 2 to 3 hours depending on the game.

  • Multiplatform handheld gamers who split time between Steam, Battle.net, Epic, and Game Pass, because dual-booting SteamOS and Windows works well.

  • Players who need long unplugged gaming sessions, because the battery can run out before a cross-country flight ends.

  • Shoppers comparing open-box handhelds on value alone, because similar money can buy newer or better-equipped alternatives.

  • Mouse-heavy gamers who rely on the built-in trackpad, because it is too poor for accurate pointer navigation.

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May 28, 2026 1:59 PM
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ThriftyCrow6890May 28, 2026 1:59 PM
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At that price I'm buying a laptop
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May 28, 2026 3:23 PM
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RandizzyMay 28, 2026 3:23 PM
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Still kinda crazy at this price
May 28, 2026 3:46 PM
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JotterboxMay 28, 2026 3:46 PM
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Compared to a steam deck with new prices?? Not bad ig
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May 28, 2026 4:05 PM
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May 28, 2026 4:05 PM
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Better get it while is cheap. The prices are not going down any time soon. If anything they might keep going up. Lenovo raised their prices, Steam Deck just did the same and soon so will Asus. I but the bullet and got a used Go 2 w/Z2 OLED for $950 on marketplace. I could justify the Z2E or the price.
These price increases will only cause less people to get into gaming and I can see the whole industry a steep decline.
May 28, 2026 4:25 PM
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drsnowmonMay 28, 2026 4:25 PM
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Quote from Pugnax555 View quoted comment :
Where are you finding a new OLED Steam Deck for $460? The cheapest one from Valve is $789 and was available briefly as a refurb for $729 yesterday.
Crazy how the prices almost doubled. I was thinking about getting one, but it's not worth the price tag.
May 28, 2026 6:16 PM
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lhnola1May 28, 2026 6:16 PM
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Got the Black Friday deal last year open box for this unit at $430 and just sold it last week for $700.
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May 29, 2026 12:07 AM
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ScottPotiMay 29, 2026 12:07 AM
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This is tempting

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May 29, 2026 1:08 AM
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SlicksaleMay 29, 2026 1:08 AM
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Quote from LovelyWater5490 View quoted comment :
800 dollars for open box in fair condition? Insane. The best way to respond to these price hikes is to let them rot on shelves. I'm glad I got my Legion Go 2 Z2 Extreme for the original launch price. Thank you for posting the deal though.
Your can say that because you don't need one.
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May 29, 2026 1:11 AM
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SlicksaleMay 29, 2026 1:11 AM
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The battery on these handheld sucks. ROG Ally X and the MSI ones are almost double at 80mAh.
May 29, 2026 1:35 AM
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Lostguy28May 29, 2026 1:35 AM
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The prices on all the handhelds right now are not good.... But if you are in the market for one, I got an open box "excellent" last November and it was basically brand new.
The unit itself is great. I have found myself gaming much more. It's comfortable to hold and the screen is nice (Not OLED of course, but still good). The 32 Megs of RAM really make a difference vs other handhelds with the m this APU but only have 16 Megs. It runs everything I have thrown at it with decent frame rates and settings. You won't do a cross country flight without running out of battery, but can get 2-3 hours depending on the game (maybe more for less demanding titles)
The one call out is the track pad.... It's junk. Like can barely navigate a mouse pointer bad. If you are looking at using it heavily for whatever games you play, another unit might be .
Again, super pleased with mine.
May 29, 2026 3:02 AM
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CharleyWMay 29, 2026 3:02 AM
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Quote from MagentaCorn9165 View quoted comment :
Yeah. Because that's a bad deal. For that price, either Ally z1e or SD OLED are better options. Brand new too.
I'm talking about the Z1 extreme version.
the lesser Z1 version came out at the same time, 'OG' doesn't mean 'non extreme version'
the lesser Z1 models made-up like 5% of their sales, thing's are and were basically always irrelevant
if you know how to optimize the operating system the legion go OG z1e handedly beats the Ally and mops the floor with the Steamdeck.
$460 1tb and 2 year warranty on the OG legion GOs at one point.
(Everyone was afraid of refurbished like you're throwing the money out the window.) Still have mine, it was mint when I got it, still working perfectly
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May 29, 2026 3:05 AM
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CharleyWMay 29, 2026 3:05 AM
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slickdeals is wild sometimes...
Ebay used and refurbished stuff is your friend folks
between eBay money back guarantee and PayPal there is no risk!
Last edited by CharleyW May 28, 2026 at 09:13 PM.
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May 29, 2026 7:10 AM
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StinktoothMay 29, 2026 7:10 AM
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At this price I would rather have the ROG Xbox ally X. I've seen them as low as $810 open box on Best buy. Sure it has 24gb of ram instead of 32gb, but it has the newer Z2 extreme.

zotac zone which has a Z1 extreme equivalent apu with 780m graphics. $720 open box
https://www.zotacstore.com/us/gaming-console
Last edited by Stinktooth May 29, 2026 at 01:15 AM.
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May 30, 2026 5:40 PM
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Shogun749May 30, 2026 5:40 PM
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805 dollars!!!! That's ridiculous. Why the f would I pay this? I paid 299 for my base rog ally and It plays most games fine.

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May 30, 2026 7:50 PM
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AlanL1849May 30, 2026 7:50 PM
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This and ROG and steam deck, are not portable at all. I really don't see a need for such HUGH handheld.
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