Lenovo Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET's key takeaways Lenovo announced its upcoming gaming lineup at IFA 2025. The Legion Go 2 handheld brings several updates, including a more ergonomic design and better hardware. We also got a first-hand look at Lenovo's tenth-generation Legion Pro 7 laptop and LOQ midrange gaming desktop. The IFA (Innovation For All) 2025 tech trade show is currently underway in Berlin (you can think of it as a European version of CES), and with it, some next-gen tech from Lenovo for its Legion and LOQ gaming lines. What instantly caught my eye was the new Legion Go 2 handheld. This particular series is Lenovo's answer to the Nintendo Switch as a gaming handheld with detachable TrueStrike controllers. For this generation, Lenovo redesigned the controllers to be more ergonomic, now sporting a smoother design and a smarter layout. Also: Is Lenovo's new SteamOS handheld worth the hype? I tested it, here's my verdict The Legion Go 2 will be a Windows-based gaming handheld, and although I was hoping for SteamOS, it does support FPS mode, another great feature. The right controller can turn into a vertical mouse, allowing for a more natural feel when playing certain types of games, like first-person shooters, hence the name. Around it are three user-programmable buttons, configurable via the Legion Space app. What's great about the controllers is that they are backwards-compatible, meaning they can connect to the original Legion Go. The upgrades don't stop there. The Legion Go 2 will house an AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme processor and up to 32GB of 8000MHz RAM for resource-intensive games. It still has an 8.8-inch screen, but the display now runs at a resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels instead of 2560 x 1600 pixels. Also: Why I recommend this Lenovo Windows PC to creative professionals - even if it's built for gamers Visual quality may have suffered; however, the Legion Go 2 makes up for this by now having an OLED screen certified for HDR TrueBlack 1000. Other notable features include an up to 2TB SSD, a microSD card slot, and a bigger 74Whr battery. The Legion Go 2 launches this October with an expected starting price of $1,049. Next-gen gaming power For gaming laptops, Lenovo announced the 16-inch, 10th-Gen Legion Pro 7. It's not as flashy as the Legion Go 2 handheld, but judging from the specs, it's a beast. Under the hood, it runs an AMD Ryzen 9955HX3d processor and Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 GPU. The 16-inch PureSight WQXGA (2560 x 1600 pixel) OLED screen features a 240Hz refresh rate and a 0.08ms response time. Basically, it screams "power", but it retains a rather sleek build as far as gaming laptops go. We reviewed the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (the previous version of this laptop, with an Intel chip) and noted its streamlined aesthetic. Also: Why I'm still taking this 2024 Dell laptop to the office - even though it's for gamers In terms of cooling, devices like this run hot, so Lenovo is giving the Legion Pro 7 a Coldfront Vapor thermal management system. Expect all this hardware to be power thirsty, with limited battery life compared to general consumer PCs. The laptop is set to launch later this November in North America, starting at $2,399. Adam Breeden/ZDNET Finally, there is the LOQ Tower 26ADR10, a desktop that Lenovo says is its first 26L tower powered by an AMD Ryzen 8000 series processor and Nvidia 50-Series GPU. The desktop offers up to 64GB of DDR5 RAM and up to 4TB of storage. It also comes loaded with ports -- one of the best reasons to opt for a desktop -- and supports Wi-Fi 7. Judging by the price, the desktop will be Lenovo's mid-range offering in future releases. The LOQ Tower 26ADR10 will be available later in September, starting at around $1,000. Looking for the next best product? Get expert reviews and editor favorites with ZDNET Recommends.