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Lenovo Unveils Legion Tab Gen 5 Gaming Tablet at MWC 2026

Lenovo emphasizes sustained play through faster 10667Mbps memory alongside a new vapor cooling system.

Overview

  • The 8.8-inch Android tablet features a 3K display at 165Hz, a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 platform, up to 16GB of high-speed memory, and up to 512GB of UFS 4.1 Pro storage.
  • Lenovo specifies memory speeds of 10,667Mbps, aligning with emerging LPDDR5T or boosted LPDDR5X tiers and revising earlier leaks that suggested a 24GB ceiling.
  • An upgraded Coldfront Vapor design targets consistency with a claimed 32% improvement in heat dissipation over the prior generation.
  • A 9,000mAh battery, 360g weight, dual USB-C ports, and AI Engine+ features for audio, voice chat noise reduction, and adaptive touch aim to deliver a handheld-style gaming experience.
  • Availability and pricing are not fully confirmed, with reports pointing to a start from $849 (or £699) and launches as early as April or May, and broader regional rollout still unclear.