Handheld articles

Nintendo sends "Out of Stock" signs to US stores before Switch 2 launch

SteamOS outperforms Windows on the Lenovo Legion Go S in both speed and battery life

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

Zotac's new OLED handheld gaming PC runs a Linux-based OS

New SteamOS labels show game compatibility beyond Steam Deck

SteamOS beta adds ROG Ally and Legion Go support, new controller compatibility

First look at Asus ROG Ally 2 and Microsoft's Project Kennan handheld

Nintendo Switch 2 teardown confirms Nvidia Tegra T239 chip, SK Hynix memory, more details

Sony's upcoming PlayStation 6 handheld may be less powerful than the PS5

Rarely used microSD Express cards sell out in Japan after Switch 2 unveiling

Bottom line: The SD Express standard for memory cards initially debuted in 2018 but has seen virtually no use because most devices don't meet its bandwidth specifications. The Nintendo Switch 2 might be the first widely available product that requires microSD Express, and its unveiling has already sparked a substantial sales spike for the format.

Every first-party Nintendo Switch 2 game will cost $70 or $80 – even the old ones

Nintendo Switch 2 is official with 7.9" 120fps VRR display, 4K at 60fps when docked

Finally: This morning's Switch 2 exclusive Nintendo Direct finally answered all the burning questions about the device, including key specs, price, and release date. As expected, many of the rumors regarding the handheld were validated, but let's make it official.

SteamOS benchmarked on Asus ROG Ally as beta general release nears

Part Nintendo Switch, part DS: This gaming handheld shape-shifts on demand

Qualcomm levels up handheld gaming with Snapdragon G-series chips

Valve rolls out SteamOS for more devices, offering a fresh alternative to Windows

Microsoft's next-gen gaming strategy: A handheld, a PC-like Xbox, or both?

Samsung's MWC 2025 lineup features a foldable gaming handheld, 500Hz OLED monitor, and 240Hz laptop

Ayaneo Flip PC handheld production canceled, backers given 30 days to claim refund

Handheld gaming PCs surpass 6 million sales, with Steam Deck accounting for more than half

The big picture: Released three years ago today, Valve's Steam Deck has become one of the most notable products in PC gaming hardware, creating an entirely new market segment. While manufacturers like GPD began selling handheld gaming PCs years earlier, estimates from IDC show that the Steam Deck vastly dominates the market. However, the potential for future growth remains uncertain.

Intel wants to take on AMD in the handheld gaming PC market, preps Panther Lake chips

The iconic Nokia N97 gets resurrected as a retro-inspired gaming handheld

Modder turns Steam Deck handheld into a screen-free, controller-less mini PC

Nintendo Switch 2 officially announced, with more details set for April 2

Gaming industry hits a wall, but PC gaming continues to thrive outpacing consoles