Lenovo's inaugural Android gaming handheld offers a smart solution for your poor Wi-Fi connection.

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      I’m pleased to see the resurgence of gaming handhelds. However, my initial reaction to the Legion C700 was concern about its focus on cloud gaming. The idea of creating a portable gaming device centered on cloud gaming is appealing until you find yourself in a location with poor internet connectivity.

      Lenovo has officially released its first Android Legion handheld, the Legion C700, in China, and I must say, I was taken aback. The console's impressive feature is its ability to stream games directly from your PC without needing an internet connection. Lenovo utilizes its proprietary Legion Stream protocol along with a specific dongle to create the connection, providing an alternative method for accessing your PC game library when the cloud is unavailable. This is quite ironic for a device explicitly named the Legion Cloud Gaming Handheld C700.

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      Cloud gaming minus the hassles

      The C700 does still support traditional cloud gaming. Developed in collaboration with Tencent, Lenovo has incorporated the START cloud service, allowing players to enjoy supported PC games without local installation. Lenovo has previously showcased titles like Black Myth: Wukong running at up to 60 fps via START, asserting end-to-end latency as low as 10ms under testing conditions.

      However, what truly captivates me is the local PC streaming feature. By connecting Lenovo’s streaming hardware to your PC, the C700 can set up a direct link using Legion Stream. This means you are not dependent on an unreliable internet connection to enjoy your games, which is especially beneficial while traveling, in places with poor Wi-Fi, or when playing at home without going through the internet. I had concerns that the appeal of a portable device would diminish if its primary function relied on a stable internet connection, but fortunately, there is an effective solution.

      The hardware isn’t the main focus here

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      Lenovo did not create the Legion C700 to compete with more powerful devices like the Steam Deck or Legion Go S. It operates on Android 16, powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7400 with active cooling, and features up to 8GB of RAM and 256GB of expandable storage. Additionally, it boasts a substantial 8,000mAh battery, which is advantageous since this handheld is not expected to run demanding PC games.

      The display is a 7.82-inch 1080p IPS LCD with a refresh rate of 120Hz, and the controls include dual TMR analog sticks, Hall effect triggers, a D-pad, rear buttons, and customizable shoulder controls. Weighing in at 556 grams, it is also significantly lighter than Lenovo’s Windows-based Legion Go models.

      The 8GB/256GB variant is priced at 2,199 yuan, approximately $327, with a promotional price of 1,999 yuan leading up to its September 8 launch in China. Lenovo has not yet indicated a U.S. or broader international release.

      Vikhyaat Vivek is a tech journalist and reviewer with seven years of experience focusing on consumer hardware.

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