Lenovo Legion Go 8.8-inch
Score: 78/100
Skytech Azure 3 (B)
Score: 75/100Rankings
The Legion Go is a premium Windows handheld with a standout 8.8" 144 Hz display and strong AMD Z1 Extreme performance, but its weight and modest battery life limit long-form handheld sessions.
The Skytech Azure 3 (black edition) offers a high-end pre-built experience with a Ryzen 7 7700X, RTX 5070, 32 GB DDR5 and a 360 mm AIO liquid cooler, targeting enthusiasts who want 4K gaming without building. It combines strong performance and premium aesthetics, though Wi-Fi 5 and limited front I/O are notable compromises.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 12 GBbest | |
8best | 8best | |
16best | 16best | |
16 GB | 32 GBbest | |
3.3 GHz | 4.5 GHzbest | |
5.1 GHz | 5.4 GHzbest | |
512 GB | 1,000 GBbest | |
7,500 MHzbest | 6,000 MHz |
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|---|---|---|
Graphics(1) | ||
GPU Model | AMD Radeon 780M | NVIDIA RTX 5070 |
Processor(3) | ||
CPU Model | AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme | AMD Ryzen 7 7700X |
CPU Base Clock (GHz) | 3.30 GHz | 4.5 GHz |
CPU Boost Clock (GHz) | 5.10 GHz | 5.4 GHz |
Storage(2) | ||
Primary Storage Type | PCIe NVMe | NVMe PCIe Gen4 SSD |
Primary Storage Capacity (GB) | 512 GB | 1000 GB |
Memory(3) | ||
RAM Capacity (GB) | 16 GB | 32 GB |
RAM Speed (MHz) | 7500 MHz | 6000 MHz |
RAM Type | LPDDR5X | DDR5 |
Power & Cooling(3) | ||
Power Supply Wattage (W) | 65 W | 850 W |
Cooling System Type | Single fan | Liquid (360mm AIO) |
Case Fans Count | 1 | 4 |
Physical(1) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.854 kg | 16.56 kg |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | Wi‑Fi 6E | 802.11ac |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the Legion Go for its industry-leading display, solid build, and flexible detachable controllers, while cautioning that its modest battery life and relatively heavy chassis detract from handheld appeal.
Everyday users love the visual fidelity of the large screen and premium feel of the controllers, often using it docked for AAA titles; common complaints focus on rapid battery drain and the device's weight.
“The screen is gorgeous - 144 Hz and colors pop!”
“I can play most games docked, but the battery runs out fast when handheld.”
“At 854 g it feels heavy after a while, but the controllers feel great.”
Professional reviewers would likely commend the ST-AZURE3-1850-B-AM for its top-tier Ryzen 7 7700X and RTX 5070 (or RTX 5080) combo, delivering stellar 4K performance, while noting typical pre-built drawbacks such as limited Wi-Fi and proprietary RGB software.
Everyday users are overwhelmingly positive, highlighting the system's ability to run modern games at max settings, the fast NVMe SSD, striking RGB aesthetics, and responsive support. Recurring complaints revolve around internal cable clutter, audible AIO pump noise, and occasional hardware fit issues.
