Lenovo hikes Legion Go 2 handheld gaming PC to nearly $3,000 for two TB mannequin — Handheld now prices greater than AMD’s Strix Halo units regardless of comparatively weaker Z2 Extreme chip

Lenovo launched the Legion Go 2 handheld final 12 months with a beginning worth of $1,049 for the 1 TB mannequin with an AMD Ryzen Z2 APU. The upgraded Z2 Extreme model was priced at $1,350 as a substitute. Now, due to the AI increase snatching manufacturing strains, amidst different geopolitical components, the same device costs $2,000. Even worse, it looks as if the two TB mannequin’s new worth is a whopping $2,849, as per Lenovo’s own website.

At launch, the two TB variant was round $1,480, so we’re taking a look at nearly double the worth in just some months. That being stated, this SKU continues to be out there for less expensive with some retailers, but it surely’s probably current inventory is promoting for older costs. For occasion, B&H has it listed for “just” $1,849.99 whereas Best Buy and Costco have pages up for the gadget with no stock. It’s probably {that a} restock will come at that up to date $2,849 ask.