Dell G16 (2024) vs Lenovo Legion Go
The Verdict
Dell G16 and Lenovo Legion Go serve fundamentally different gaming needs, making direct comparison challenging. Dell G16 delivers a proper 16-inch gaming laptop with Intel Core i7-14700HX, 16GB DDR5 RAM, and a stunning 240Hz QHD+ display at 300 nits, designed for serious desktop replacement gaming and productivity. Lenovo Legion Go is a portable 8.8-inch handheld gaming device powered by AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme with integrated RDNA 3 graphics, featuring a brighter 500-nit display and exceptional portability at 854g. Battery life heavily favors neither: Dell manages 6 hours general use, Legion Go 1.5-6 hours depending on gaming intensity. Dell excels for competitive esports and content creation; Legion Go wins for travel gaming and convenience. Price-wise, Legion Go at $699 offers incredible gaming power for portability, while Dell G16 at $1199 targets users needing a full workstation. Choose Dell if you need raw performance and larger screen real estate, or Legion Go for gaming on-the-go flexibility.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Dell G16 (2024) if…
- →RTX 4060 delivers solid 1440p gaming performance
- →240Hz QHD+ display is smooth for fast-paced games
- →Affordable entry into Core i7-HX gaming laptops
Buy the Lenovo Legion Go if…
- →Largest display at 8.8 inches with QHD+ 2560 x 1600 resolution
- →144Hz refresh rate is the highest among gaming handhelds
- →Detachable controllers enable tabletop mode like Nintendo Switch
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Dell G16 (2024)
Pros
- RTX 4060 delivers solid 1440p gaming performance
- 240Hz QHD+ display is smooth for fast-paced games
- Affordable entry into Core i7-HX gaming laptops
- Generous USB-A and full-size SD card port
- Upgradeable RAM and SSD
Cons
- Heavy at 2.82 kg with a large power brick
- Display brightness of 300 nits is mediocre
- Battery drains in around 6 hours under light use
- Plastic chassis feels less premium
- Fans get loud under gaming load
Lenovo Legion Go
Pros
- Largest display at 8.8 inches with QHD+ 2560 x 1600 resolution
- 144Hz refresh rate is the highest among gaming handhelds
- Detachable controllers enable tabletop mode like Nintendo Switch
- Built-in kickstand for hands-free tabletop gaming
- FPS mode with mouse-like right controller trackball is innovative
Cons
- Very heavy at 854 g with controllers — fatiguing for handheld use
- Battery life is poor at 1.5-6 hours depending on settings
- Windows 11 is clunky for handheld navigation without a mouse
- QHD+ resolution is demanding — most games need to run at 720p/1080p anyway
- Detachable controller latency can occur occasionally
Full Specifications
| Spec | Dell G16 (2024) | Lenovo Legion Go |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 2.82 kg | 854 g (with controllers) |
| Material | Plastic with matte finish | Plastic chassis with detachable controllers |
| Dimensions | 365.0 x 272.6 x 24.9 mm | 299 x 131 x 40.7 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | — |
| USB-A ports | 3 | — |
| USB-C ports | 1 | 2 |
| SD card | — | |
| Thunderbolt ports | 1 | — |
| Microsd | — | |
| Headphone Jack | — | |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 6 hours mixed use | 1.5-6 hours (game dependent) |
| Capacity | 86 Wh | 49.2 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16.0 inches | 8.8 inches |
| Type | QHD+ IPS 240Hz | IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2560 x 1600 |
| Refresh rate | 240Hz | 144Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 300 | 500 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB NVMe | — |
| Expandable storage | — | |
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | — | |
| Touch Bar | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB DDR5 | 16 GB LPDDR5x (7500 MT/s) |
| Cores | 20-core (8P+12E) | 8-core CPU, RDNA 3 (12 CUs) integrated GPU |
| Chipset | Intel Core i7-14700HX | AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme (Zen 4, 8-core / 16-thread, up to 5.1 GHz) |
| Memory | ||
| Storage options | — | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe SSD, 1 TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe SSD |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | — | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.2 |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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