Two Rare Hardware Deals: Is It Worth Jumping In?
This article covers two rare gaming hardware deals: a PlayStation VR2 discount to USD 300 (approx. RM1,380) from its USD 400 (approx. RM1,840) retail price and a handheld gaming sale on Lenovo’s Legion Go S SteamOS console, both of which significantly lower the cost of entry into premium virtual reality and portable PC gaming experiences. These are strong prices in a market where most gaming console deals have disappeared under rising component costs, so the core question is whether these offers are good enough to justify buying now rather than waiting. In short: for the right player, both are worth serious consideration, but they suit very different types of gaming and budgets, so you should match the hardware to how and where you play.
PlayStation VR2 Discount: OLED VR for Less
The standout deal is the PlayStation VR2 discount to USD 300 (approx. RM1,380) direct from Sony, down from its regular USD 400 (approx. RM1,840) price. That is a 25% cut and matches its previous Black Friday lowest price, though without the earlier Horizon Call of the Mountain bundle. The sale is scheduled to run through August 10, making this a time-limited window rather than a permanent price drop. As a non-standalone headset, PS VR2 uses a MediaTek chipset with 2GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 4GB of eMMC storage for tracking and passthrough only. Its key draw is the pair of 2K OLED displays, which provide a more colorful image and higher contrast than any other affordable PC VR headset, at the expense of slightly softer visuals and a visible fixed-pattern noise called mura. With hardware prices rising elsewhere, a repeat of this low feels worth taking.
Lenovo Legion Go S: A Cheaper Steam Deck Alternative
On the portable side, the handheld gaming sale on Lenovo’s Legion Go S SteamOS model is notable because it undercuts many rivals while others become more expensive. Using the EXTRASAVEAFF eCoupon at Lenovo’s store, the Ryzen Z2 Go version with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage drops to USD 635.54 (approx. RM2,920), below its USD 649 (approx. RM2,980) launch MSRP. Retailers like Amazon and Newegg also have discounts, but Lenovo currently lists the lowest price. The Legion Go S features an 8-inch IPS display with a 120Hz max refresh rate, larger and smoother than both LCD and OLED Steam Deck screens. The cheapest official Steam Deck option, a 512GB OLED model, now costs USD 789 (approx. RM3,620), after sharp price hikes from USD 549 (approx. RM2,520). According to the source, "the Legion Go S is effectively the new affordable SteamOS option, as long as this discount lasts."
VR vs Handheld: Which Deal Fits Your Gaming Style?
These gaming console deals fit different players. PS VR2 is designed for immersive home VR, and it becomes compelling if you already own a PlayStation 5 and want to explore titles like Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 in virtual reality. As a tethered headset with minimal onboard hardware, it avoids the memory-driven price hikes affecting standalone VR devices. By contrast, the Legion Go S is a portable SteamOS PC that targets on-the-go gaming and sits as a Steam Deck alternative with stronger value while Valve’s handheld prices climb. Price rises have hit Steam Deck and even retro handhelds, pushing the Legion Go S into the role of budget-focused option as long as its discount holds. If you spend most of your time at home and want deep immersion, PS VR2 is better; if you commute, travel, or game away from your TV, the Legion Go S has the edge.
Buy if / Skip if
- Buy the PlayStation VR2 if you already own a PS5 and want a lower-cost entry into OLED VR gaming before the August 10 deadline.
- Skip the PlayStation VR2 if you do not have a PS5 or prefer standalone VR headsets that do not require a console or PC.
- Buy the Legion Go S if you want a Steam Deck alternative with SteamOS, 16GB RAM, 512GB storage, and an 8-inch 120Hz display at a discounted price.
- Skip the Legion Go S if you rarely play on the move or would rather invest in a desktop PC or console instead of a handheld.
- Buy the PlayStation VR2 if you mainly care about immersive home VR and are comfortable with its tethered, non-standalone design.
- Skip the Legion Go S if you are waiting for further handheld gaming sales or prefer to buy Valve’s hardware directly despite current price hikes.
