ANBERNIC RG35XX

Vertical retro handheld styled after the original Game Boy, with 3.5-inch 640×480 IPS display
ANBERNIC RG35XX
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SPEC
OSLinux
SoCAllwinner H700
Form factor Portrait
SCREEN IPS
3.5 inch
640 × 480 (4:3)
229ppi
RAM1GB
STORAGE64GB
BATTERY 2,600mAh
DIMENSIONS117 × 81 × 20 mm
WEIGHT178g
RELEASE
PRICE $39.00
Features

Linux-based system with choice of stock OS or Garlic CFW

Compact 178g body with grip texture and ergonomic shaping

Mini HDMI allows hot-plug TV output for console-like play

Multiple color options including gray and clear GB-style homage

Cortex A9 quad-core + SGX544MP runs 8–16bit and PS1 smoothly

Dual microSD slots, Mini HDMI, vibration motor for immersion

Later revision upgraded to 2600mAh battery for longer playtime

Pros
  • High-quality GB-inspired look and feel
  • Sharp 4:3 IPS screen displays retro games clearly
  • Smooth PS1 and retro emulation with low input lag
  • Easy TV output via Mini HDMI, handheld doubles as controller
  • Vibration motor enhances immersion
  • Garlic OS speeds up boot/shutdown and allows skin customization
  • Utilities like button test and key config make setup easy
  • Dual microSD and OTG support for strong expandability
Cons
  • Built-in speaker treble can be harsh and distort at high volume
  • D-pad misinputs reported, less ideal for fighting games
  • Shoulder buttons aligned at same height, prone to accidental presses
  • HDMI output mirrors handheld resolution, looks coarse on large screens
  • Stock OS has limited emulator compatibility and requires tweaking
Reviews
  • Excellent balance of build and playability under $100, good for both beginners and veterans
  • Easy handheld-to-TV use makes it versatile
  • Audio and D-pad quirks may need adjustment, but overall satisfaction is high
  • GB-inspired design and instant playability make it great for quick gaming sessions
Emulator Performance
Platform Rating
Family Computer / NES
Playable
Game Boy
Playable
Super Famicom / SNES
Playable
PC Engine
Playable
Mega Drive / Sega Genesis
Playable
Game Gear
Playable
Game Boy Advance
Playable
PlayStation
Playable
Nintendo 64
Playable
PlayStation Portable
Playable
Dreamcast
Playable
Nintendo DS
Playable
Sega Saturn
Runs
Nintendo GameCube
Runs
Wii
Not Playable
Nintendo 3DS
Not Playable
PlayStation 2
Not Playable