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MSI Claw A1M — 2024
MSI

MSI Claw A1M

2024

76
/ 100
From $699
VS
Lenovo Legion Go wins by 11
Lenovo Legion Go — Z1 Extreme · 8.8″ QHD+ · Detachable controllers
Lenovo

Lenovo Legion Go

Z1 Extreme · 8.8″ QHD+ · Detachable controllers

87
/ 100
From $749
Specdex verdict

Lenovo Legion Go takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, MSI Claw A1M lands at 76 and Lenovo Legion Go at 87. That puts Lenovo Legion Go ahead by 11 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick MSI Claw A1M if…

  • ✓Exclusive titles (brand-dependent)
  • ✓Store ecosystem
  • ✓Cross-gen compatibility

Pick Lenovo Legion Go if…

  • ✓8.8″ QHD+ display
  • ✓Detachable Joy-Con-style controllers
  • ✓FPS mode mouse-style controls
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Features

Lenovo Legion Go

Compared on the features sub-score

Lenovo Legion Go leads on features (92 vs 74).

Performance

Lenovo Legion Go

Compared on the performance sub-score

Lenovo Legion Go leads on performance (88 vs 76).

Value for money

Tie

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.

MSI Claw A1M 76
vs
87 Lenovo Legion Go

Score breakdown

MSI Claw A1M
76
performance 76
games 74
features 74
value 82
library 0
Lenovo Legion Go
87
performance 88
games 0
features 92
value 84
library 90

Specs side-by-side

MSI Claw A1M versus Lenovo Legion Go — full spec comparison
Spec MSI Claw A1M Lenovo Legion Go
Release year
2024
—
CPU
—
AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme
GPU
—
RDNA 3, 12 CUs
RAM
—
16 GB LPDDR5X-7500
Storage
—
512 GB / 1 TB
Display
—
8.8″ IPS, 144Hz, 2560×1600
Battery
—
49.2 Wh

MSI Claw A1M

Pros
  • +Exclusive titles (brand-dependent)
  • +Store ecosystem
  • +Cross-gen compatibility
Cons
  • −Storage expansion pricey
  • −Dashboard UX ages
  • −Subscription required for online

Lenovo Legion Go

Pros
  • +8.8″ QHD+ display
  • +Detachable Joy-Con-style controllers
  • +FPS mode mouse-style controls
Cons
  • −Heavy at 854g
  • −Battery life modest
  • −Higher resolution costs framerate

FAQ: MSI Claw A1M vs Lenovo Legion Go

Which is better, MSI Claw A1M or Lenovo Legion Go? +

Lenovo Legion Go scores 87 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 11. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is MSI Claw A1M worth the price? +

At $699, MSI Claw A1M delivers a Specdex score of 76 — strongest in value.

Is Lenovo Legion Go worth the price? +

At $749, Lenovo Legion Go delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in features.

Does MSI Claw A1M or Lenovo Legion Go last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for features, MSI Claw A1M or Lenovo Legion Go? +

Lenovo Legion Go — leads on features (92 vs 74). Compared on the features sub-score.

Which is better for performance, MSI Claw A1M or Lenovo Legion Go? +

Lenovo Legion Go — leads on performance (88 vs 76). Compared on the performance sub-score.