Lenovo claims the Legion is among the most advanced gaming chairs available, describing it as “Stylish Outside, Savage Inside”—a dramatic upgrade from a typical office chair. I’m excited to find out what sets it apart. Does the build quality justify the $300-$400 price tag and is it comfortable for long gaming sessions?
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1. Unboxing Process
Starting off with the unboxing process, the Legion was not what I was expecting. It was packaged pretty basic, similar to a lower end office chair. Brands like Secret Lab do a nice job of making the unboxing an actual experience with impressive packaging and assembly instructions. I was a little disappointed but still hopeful.
Unfortunately, I found the base of the Legion damaged with it poking through the side wall. The parts of the chair still felt substantial so maybe it was still worth the price. The foam on the seat and lumbar felt soft and I could see it had quite a few adjustments. One thing that made me start to question the build quality was how difficult it was to get the arms attached.
The chair molds are impressive, and I appreciate the design that allows the parts to slide together seamlessly, rather than just aligning holes and relying on screws. However, this only works if the parts actually fit together as intended. I had to use a rubber mallet to hammer the arms into place, which was a hassle, though it didn’t cause any damage. Many reviewers reported the same issue. Also, the backrest mesh felt low-quality, was loose, and didn’t look good.
2. First Look and Adjustments
Moving onto adjustments, I reconsidered my doubts about this $300-$400 chair. The Legion offers numerous adjustments, which is great for the price. The seat height range is excellent, accommodating people from around 5’5” to over 6’2”. The Legion also features 4-way adjustable arms.
The height adjustment is somewhat limited but the other 3 adjustments are quite good. I often worry about the arms being narrow enough for comfort, but these seem to fit the bill. However, the lack of range may be a problem for me because they probably won’t fit under my desk. The recline on the Legion feels pretty good, offering a generous range and a smooth feel.
You also get 4 locking positions, and it does lock fully upright. The lumbar has height adjustment and you get a 2-way adjustable headrest. The one missing adjustment that may cause the biggest issue is the lack of seat depth. The seat has a pretty good size, but the front edge design could create discomfort that is made worse by not having a seat depth adjustment.
3. All Around Comfort
Furthermore, we have to consider comfort since that is crucial when deciding on an office chair. It is especially important on a gaming chair that may be used for long hours. Before I sat down in the Legion I took a hard look at the chair to see what makes this one of the “most advanced gaming chairs” as Lenovo claims.
Initially, nothing jumped out at me and then I thought this seat was incredibly uncomfortable. The foam is reasonably soft at the front, but it turns rock hard toward the middle and back, making it unpleasant to sit on. The seat’s front edge is harsh, lacking the comfort of a waterfall or rounded design. I found it to be annoying. After just a few seconds in the chair, I knew this could be a deal breaker for me.
The backrest comfort is ok. Despite the poor-quality mesh that offers minimal support, the soft lumbar pad is a plus. I appreciate the open design of the backrest, with no restrictive bolsters which allows for easy stretching and movement. Surprisingly, the loose mesh headrest works well here.
The adjustments make it easy to get into the spot I want, and I do think this adds to the comfort of the chair. Unfortunately, the arm caps are another potential deal breaker for me. While the pads have some softness and good adjustability, Lenovo chose to go with a hard, raised edge around the pad. This is a horrible design. It’s particularly uncomfortable when reclined, as it cuts off circulation.
Bottom Line
While Lenovo’s claim of the Legion being the most advanced gaming chair, I struggled to identify any standout features. To me, it feels like a standard office chair with superficial “gaming” elements added to the backrest. Some of the design choices make the chair unusable, particularly the poor quality of the seat and arm pads. After giving it a fair shot, it is obvious that I will never make it to 30 days in this chair. I would have a tough time recommending it to anyone.
