AYANEO Pocket MICRO Classic

Android handheld with retro design inspired by Game Boy Micro
Simple layout without joysticks focusing on portability and texture quality
Helio G99 and 3.5-inch 3:2 display optimized for retro gaming
AYANEO Pocket MICRO Classic
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AYANEO Pocket MICRO Classic thumbnail
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OS Android 13
SoC MediaTek Helio G99
SCREEN IPS
3.5inch
960 × 640 (3:2)
330ppi
60 Hz
RAM 6GB
STORAGE 128GB
BATTERY 2,600mAh
DIMENSIONS 156 × 63 × 18 mm
WEIGHT 229g
RELEASE
PRICE $179.00
OS Android 13
SoC MediaTek Helio G99
SCREEN IPS
3.5inch
960 × 640 (3:2)
330ppi
60 Hz
RAM 8GB
STORAGE 256GB
BATTERY 2,600mAh
DIMENSIONS 156 × 63 × 18 mm
WEIGHT 229g
RELEASE
PRICE $209.00
Features

3.5-inch 960 × 640 3:2 IPS full-lamination display delivers sharp visuals without visible pixels

Premium build with glass front and metal frame provides strong sense of ownership

Equipped with fingerprint sensor on power button active cooling fan SoundTAPMagic stereo speakers 6-axis gyro vibration motor in compact body

Supports AYAHome launcher and AYASpace performance management

Helio G99 ensures stable operation for retro emulators

Pros
  • Top-level build quality and stylish retro look
  • Joystick-free design makes it pocket-friendly
  • 3.5-inch 3:2 960 × 640 330PPI screen ideal for retro gaming
  • Fingerprint unlock integrated into power button
  • Active cooling system ensures stable long play sessions
  • AYASpace allows quick performance and key remapping adjustments
  • Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 5.2 provide good connectivity
Cons
  • Not suitable for 16:9 content due to aspect ratio limitation
  • Lack of analog sticks makes some games harder to play
  • Speakers sound muffled lacking immersion
  • Device temperature rises under heavy load despite cooling
  • No headphone jack inconvenient for wired users
  • Some menus remain in English even when system is set to Japanese
Reviews
  • Focused on retro game experience with 3.5-inch 3:2 screen and Helio G99 balancing portability and playability
  • Joystick-free design enhances visual unity and improves button handling for a comfortable feel in a compact body
  • Features like active cooling fingerprint sensor and SoundTAPMagic vibration offer more value than the price suggests
  • Limitations exist for 16:9 games and stick-heavy titles and audio quality and heat management leave room for improvement
  • Overall a specialized model ideal for users who want to enjoy retro games on a high-quality compact device