Logitech G Cloud

Lore & Background

The Logitech G Cloud was announced two and a half months before its North American release on October 17, 2022. It debuted in Europe in May 2023 and had also been released in Taiwan by that point. The console was developed in partnership with Tencent Games, which handled software development. Its initial retail price was $350, with preorders discounted by $50; by 2024 the sale price had dropped to $299, with some retailers offering an additional discount of up to $40.

The hardware uses a Snapdragon 720G processor, 4 GB of RAM, and 64 GB of flash storage expandable via MicroSD. It weighs 1.02 pounds (463 grams) and is 1.3 inches (33 mm) thick. The seven-inch IPS touchscreen has a resolution of 1920×1080, a 60 Hz refresh rate, and 450 nits of brightness. Controls include two joysticks, a D-pad, shoulder and trigger buttons, and A/B/X/Y buttons arranged like an Xbox controller. A USB-C port charges the battery, which lasts up to 12 hours, and a 3.5 mm headphone jack is present.

The G Cloud runs Android 11 and comes pre-installed with non-removable Google apps such as Chrome, Calendar, Contacts, and Maps. It emphasizes cloud gaming through pre-installed GeForce Now and Xbox Cloud Gaming services, and local streaming via Steam Link. Android games from Google Play and video game console emulators can also be used. The console uses Wi-Fi 5.

Reader's Guide

The Logitech G Cloud received critical reception that focused on its high launch price and streaming performance. Reviewers noted that the $350 price point placed it alongside more capable devices like the Steam Deck and Nintendo Switch, and many found the hardware underpowered for the cost. Streaming issues—including poor video quality, lag, and freezing—were frequently reported, with some attributing these problems to the console's use of the older Wi-Fi 5 standard. Critics described the G Cloud as a proof of concept or a device designed for a future not yet realized, with the state of broadband infrastructure seen as inadequate for reliable cloud gaming.

Despite these criticisms, the console was praised for its comfortable design, which many reviewers considered superior to the Nintendo Switch. The long battery life and bright, colorful screen were also highlighted. Local play via Android games and emulation received mixed assessments; some found the G Cloud ideal for emulation, while others encountered visual problems even with local games. The presence of non-removable Google apps drew criticism, and the audio was described as flat and lacking dynamic range.

In 2025, New York magazine ranked the Logitech G Cloud as the best handheld console for cloud gaming, indicating a shift in perception over time. The device remains a niche product, with its significance tied to its role as an early dedicated cloud-gaming handheld that tested the viability of streaming-focused hardware.

Did You Know?

• Its battery can last up to 12 hours on a single charge.
• The console uses Wi-Fi 5, which some reviewers linked to streaming performance issues.
• In 2025, New York magazine ranked it as the best handheld console for cloud gaming.