ANBERNIC RG35XX SP

Clamshell emulator handheld resembling GBA SP, runs smoothly up to PS1 with cute design
ANBERNIC RG35XX SP
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ANBERNIC RG35XX SP thumbnail
ANBERNIC RG35XX SP thumbnail
ANBERNIC RG35XX SP thumbnail
SPEC
OSLinux
SoCAllwinner H700
SCREEN IPS
3.5 inch
640 × 480 (4:3)
229ppi
RAM1GB
STORAGE64GB
BATTERY 3,300mAh
DIMENSIONS89 × 85 × 27 mm
WEIGHT192g
RELEASE
PRICE $49.00
Features

Looks like a larger GBA SP with 3.5-inch display

Uses dome switches for better button feel

ANBERNIC RG35XXSP runs Linux with H700 SoC

3.5-inch 640×480 IPS screen, 3300mAh battery

Available in Clear Black, Clear Blue, Silver, Gray

Supports RetroArch and custom OS, handles PS1 and PC Engine

Clamshell improves portability and visibility, also works as media player

Supports auto-sleep when closed and MiniHDMI output

Pros
  • Nostalgic GBA SP-style appearance
  • Comfortable dome-switch buttons
  • Smooth PS1 performance, bright screen with good viewing angles
  • RetroArch improves display/audio compatibility
  • Auto-sleep on lid close
  • MiniHDMI for TV output
  • Good build quality with matte finish
  • Loud front-facing speakers
  • Multiple color options including transparent shells
Cons
  • Larger and thicker than original GBA SP
  • Start/Select/Menu buttons feel stiff and loud
  • High power drain in sleep mode makes long standby impractical
Reviews
  • Solidly built with good display and controls, plays comfortably up to PS1 era
  • Slightly bulky at first but becomes enjoyable with use
  • Successfully blends GBA SP nostalgia with upgraded performance