ANBERNIC RG Nano

Tiny handheld with Game Boy-style design and premium metal body, aimed at collectors
ANBERNIC RG Nano
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ANBERNIC RG Nano thumbnail
ANBERNIC RG Nano thumbnail
ANBERNIC RG Nano thumbnail
SPEC
OSLinux
SoCAllwinner V3s 1.2GHz
Form factor Portrait
SCREEN IPS
1.54 inch
240 × 240 (1:1)
220ppi
RAM0GB
STORAGE64GB
BATTERY 1,050mAh
DIMENSIONS71 × 43 × 17 mm
WEIGHT75g
RELEASE
PRICE $39.00
Features

ANBERNIC RG Nano features a 1.54-inch display

Linux-based system plays NES, Game Boy, and similar retro consoles

Supports 64GB/128GB microSD for storage and expansion

USB-C charging and wired headphone support

Includes clock and music player functions (limited practicality)

Lightweight retro emulation for casual play

Pros
  • Ultra-small size with excellent portability
  • Premium aluminum alloy body
  • Full-lamination IPS screen with vivid colors
  • Smooth performance for NES/GB and light emulators
  • State save enables easy resume
  • Rich accessories like cases and keychains
  • Convenient shortcut operations
  • One-handed play possible
  • Speakers surprisingly loud with little distortion
Cons
  • Screen too small for long sessions
  • Tiny ABXY/LR buttons reduce usability
  • Limited performance for PS1, GBA, or heavier systems
  • Metal body adds weight and heat
Reviews
  • Considered a collector’s retro handheld that satisfies ownership desire
  • Valued more for design and concept than practicality
  • Best suited for short retro play sessions
Emulator Performance
Platform Rating
Family Computer / NES
Playable
Game Boy
Playable
Super Famicom / SNES
Runs
PC Engine
Runs
Mega Drive / Sega Genesis
Runs
Game Gear
Runs
Game Boy Advance
Not Playable
PlayStation
Not Playable
Nintendo 64
Not Playable
PlayStation Portable
Not Playable
Dreamcast
Not Playable
Nintendo DS
Not Playable
Sega Saturn
Not Playable
Nintendo GameCube
Not Playable
Wii
Not Playable
Nintendo 3DS
Not Playable
PlayStation 2
Not Playable