Most reviewers make their review videos as if they were reviewing the product for their own use. I've seen it a lot with the XX line. Most of the reviews I've seen are "more of the same". I'm glad you are actually making a review for the consumer. Thank you for that, dude.
YES! 0:24 Makes a great point, MOST people don’t even own ONE of these things. The market is growing with every new device. Too many reviewers and commenters are in the bubble of “too many handhelds”.
@TechDweeb, I really appreciated you sharing the story about your Uncle. It really resonated with me, as someone with Cerebral Palsy who has issues with legibility on these smaller-screen devices. Thanks!
@AkaiSuzume of course i like critique, but they're not complaining about the features and performance, instead they're all bitching that there are too many new releases. But that's a stupid argument since this one is a unique form factor with its 4 inch screen.
100%. I have the 35XX-H and it’s awesome. But this thing has a bigger screen and I think I need it just so I can see it better. Lots of us retro people are getting older now and our sight isn’t the same.
Yo, just wanted to say that your story with your uncle was wholesome my dude. It’s the little things that you do for your family that count. Subscribed!
Love this! I appreciate the approach toward this one. Seen a lot of "It's just another X chipset!" but it's like, guys, remember, a lot of people watching this are researching their first handheld. Personally, it's my first, and after a lot of research I bit the bullet and went with the 40XX-H. TrimUi was a close second, but this seemed like a more reliable device, with more "solid" features and screensize and such. Maybe not as flashy, but reliable.
Dweeb, you're on the cusp of needing a larger screen as well. Early 40's is when most people's eyesight worsens to the point of needing reading glasses. Just another check point in the game of life. Keep up the fantastic work!
Yeah, I was so pleased when the Powkiddy X55 came out because the screen is really big, obviously at the expense of AHEM... pocketability. When you reach over 50, it gets even worse, your eyeballs actually shrivel up so bad your sight becomes wrinkly, and that makes it harder to see the screen properly. It makes it look like you have a filter turned on. Bigger screens compensate for this though
Some of us are tired of having a handheld 2 inches from our eyes just to see the games, this is the Zazzy handheld for us 😋 My TrimUI finally has got some real competition, and this one has a better OS IMHO. Awesome review as always Mr. Dweeb!
Looks great and i ordered one last week.. 4" screen and 4:3 ratio is killer, i'm only interested in arcade/neo geo/retro games up to snes/md possibly PS1 and Dreamcast so can't wait to get it. Have the RG35XX and the 3.5" screen is just too small for my aging eyes.. hope Anbernic carry on this trend and produce a 4.5" or even a 5" screen in 4:3.. i'll buy those without hesitation too.
I want to thank Mr TechDweeb for his cargo pants advice. I've been wearing jeans as my trouser-choice for my entire adult life. I think I wore cargo pants once when I was a teen. But we didn't have handheld devices back then (I'm both old and live in a backward and upside down part of the planet), or smart phones. Or cell phones. Or anything that I needed the other four huge pockets for after I'd put my wallet in the first one and keys in the second. Well, some lifetime habits need to be thoroughly reassessed and if necessary, overhauled. I took note of TechDweeb's life-hack, and I got me some cargo pants, and now I can stow, then later whip out my R36S in any of those places and situations where it is needed, like at the shopping checkout, pumping petrol, or even some of the long quiet stretches of driving we have out here in this very backward, rural part of the world I live in. So big thanks to him, and cargo-pants review channel coming when?
If you really love jeans, I hear lore or JNCO jeans, though I'm team cargo. My go to cargo pants, shorts are wrangler. You can get 100% cotton. Occasionally get deals. Just solid pants that don't break the bank, but aren't so cheap that they're waste. I'm definitely keeping an eye out for the the upcoming lttstore cargo pants. Those are going to be overkill, probably. Hiking variants can be great for hotter climates and quick drying. Often a lighter weight soft pant. There are the convertibles that you can zip off the bottom to be shorts. My all time favourite stopped being made ages ago. I need to take them to a tailor/seamstress willing to do that level of detail and source that soft awesome material. They had the drawing bottom fit, snaps down the sides (though not full tear away), piping details and they were very comfy (can be called parachute pants, not just cargo).
@@pureheroin9902 The beauty of save states is that you can make incremental progress, and it all adds up. I can squeeze in a full floor of Magic Sword once a week this way.
The blue one is beautiful. The stacked shoulder buttons make it worthwhile. Once you go stacked shoulder buttons you don't EVER want to go back to in line shoulder buttons.
Thanks for this review. There seems to be over a billion different retro handheld system and it's been hard to decide which one to get. Hence, I'm glad that you said what you said at 0:24. Because, it's hard to know the difference between the billions of different retro consoles out there. The biggle sounds like a great one!
Nice one, TechDweeb! I too thought it was weird that lots of reviewers treated this as more of the same. It's not! It's incremental improvement. Two steps forward one step back a couple times a year is many steps forward after a couple years... And I don't plan on dying soon!
Not to mention how NOT making big changes helps the Custom OS scene so much! I wanna see how far muOS and Knulli can push this chipset. Having a new one release would potentially divide their work load.
You are actually very good at this reviewing stuff. Thank you for bringing this one to my attention. When I feel like graduating from my RG353m, this one might be the next one to go for! ❤
Yeah, I have all the Anbernic XX like models and bought the 28xx. Before it shipped I thought "why am I getting this, the 35xx H is the same but better" ... ... ... I was *WRONG!* I love the form factor. I'm currently liking it more than the XXSP even.
I just got my hands on the Trim UI Smart Pro and I've been playing on it for about a week, my pants tend to have deep pockets so I've had no issue bringing in the TSP anywhere, that being said I did have to upgrade to custom firmware on the TSP to get the performance I wanted out of the device. I personally really love the bigger screen and wider feel as it honestly feels like a premium device, I do plan on upgrading to the RG Cube eventually but I'll keep the RG40XX in mind if I ever need a more compact version of my TSP.
On a side note, most console manufacturers are also game creators or at the very least, work with game creators. So console manufacturing is only part (albeit a large part maybe) of their revenue. For the retro handheld emulator market, the console manufacturers are only making and selling retro handhelds and they likely dont have the kind of capital needed to take breaks in between. They need their manufacturing facilities running to keep income flowing in. I think this is one of the main reasons Anbernic is creating new consoles all the time. Maybe.
The Trimui smart pro comparing to this pretty similarly just being bigger makes it way more compelling these days. Because it can be had for like 60 bucks. This device being smaller and costing over twice as much makes it a pretty hard sell.
@@DQ333 The original retail was about the same sure. But do a search for Trimui Smart Pro these days and you'll find a good amount of 55 dollar listings.
I agree. Almost all the other well-known reviewers dismissed this in unison as 'more of the same'. One could say the same about them. But this screen and shape obviously makes it a better option than the 35XXH and great for anyone who didn't get sucked in by the obvious hyperbole over the 35XXH by some reviewers
I decided to finally get a retro handheld for myself. I decided on this one for a few reasons and you hit on it just right. The screen size is very nice. But the bigger want of mine was for a system with the stacked triggers. The linear triggers are great for pockets. But I'm too old and set in my ways of using the stacked triggers. This one scratches that itch without getting crazy sized
I’m really glad you’re given this one some love! To me the 405M is the best emulation device out there right now and it’s for one reason, it’s nice big 4 inch screen! It’s completely unique and if you’re like me and like to have your games look like they used to then this screen is perfect for you. I’m really glad there’s a cheaper option now for people to get in on the big screen fun! Put a CRT shader on it and it’s like having a mini CRT TV in the palm of your hands. No more black borders! ✊🏼😤
This is why we need you right now. This is your time to shine buddy. Now more than ever personal entertainment will become more valuable. Because people won't have a chance to be alone. Let alone off the grid.. Also energy on the whole... Will be hard to come by to say the least. Larger batteries will be harder to charge.(I recommend reviewing solid state batteries soon. 😊 Maybe you could do a video about a fallout for situation where you had to live in a vault and play retro gamehelds? I have no affiliation with any of those companies but it seems like a good investment) People in America will be limited to personal devices like this eventually. You doing God's work here TechMyMan. I'm totally here for this whole channel you got going. My Legion 5 white 3070 laptop and My Samsung Odyssey Neo G8 remind me of the same white color design wonders of technology that you got going on right there. I love the aesthetic I love your low tech approach but you're high-tech attention to detail and production value. Thank you for what you're doing. Please don't stop creating this content. You are a force of good my brother.
When prepping meets the gaming community. That’s honestly how I’m feeling right now. I just bought a 1440p gaming rig setup and I’m also looking at my options for a RAID backup solution in the dozens of TBs because I want to archive as much as possible before we can’t own anything and others can rewrite all my stories and gameplay. Screw. That. I’m taking matters into my own hands.
@@jeanrushmer8192 I think the real star of the show in this review is the screen, not the storage. The Ambernic is upgradable to 2 terabytes. One lifetime's good enough for me.
I've been waiting for the Zazzbiggle. I love testing my Portmaster games across multiple Handhelds.I just got REDO, Treasure Hunter Man 2, and Daydreamer: Awakened Edition playable on these Handhelds. 😊
exactly your point is my point, with 53 years old, i love this devices, I had rg35xxh but the screen is to small and with my losing eye site growing biguer, I mean this device must be good for sure
Great to see a different take on this, *TD.* I love my original 2.8" Miyoo Mini but my eyes can inly play certain games. 4" devices _should_ be more common. Way too many 3.5" (4:3 & 3:2) screens out there. I wonder if a 4:3 5 inch screen would be even more comfortable on the peepers?
Your output is so great, I'm just catching up!! 😅 I was going to skip this one but I might just pick one up now that General Dweeb officially named it, I can give the Zazzbiggle some attention!
I'm 80% convinced to get one but the left analog stick being on the bottom is a negative for me. I know for most other people, that's the preferred location. It's amazing how such small things can have a huge impact on the enjoyment of a device.
I'm indifferent to the analog stick placement. I prefer the top, but I usually instantly forget to be annoyed once I start using it. I can make do with either location just fine.
In a world where handheld reviewers are a dime a dozen, TechDweeb stands apart. It's because of the novelty of the dweeb persona and how he sticks to that persona while making the videos entertaining and informative. Also, the cartoon caricature, I love it!
@@Pridetoons The reason I opted for a 5.5" 16:9 device(Powkiddy X55), even though I mostly care about 4:3 content, is the OS and games folders look really nice and you can actually see the names of the games because of the wider screen, the box art/screenshots look better, the wider device is more comfortable to hold, and the size of the 4:3 content is about 4". It is also a 720p screen, so better resolution for my old eyes, although 480p 4:3 content does not integer scale. If it is 240, then it is a perfect 3x. I also thought I might want to try some of the newer systems like PSP for 16:9 content, or GBA looks pretty good, and I can go TATE mode on arcade stuff and it looks great.
Everyone bashes on anbernic because of all the options they release but honestly I think it's more about the different preferences people have. Another great video tech dweeb!
Man... I spent about a year watching videos before deciding to buy a Zazzbizzle. I'm mostly happy with it, but being an older dude with worsening "reading" vision makes it almost impossible to game on without using reading glasses. I realize this extra half-inch makes the screen about 30% bigger than on the Zazzbizzle, but not sure if that's even enough to make a difference for me. Still feel tempted though. Damn you, TechDweeb.
This is an improvement to the 3 or 3.5 inch screen but to call it huge or massive is stretching it. Hope they make it in 5 inch screen. Thanks for the video man❤.
I'm actually considering getting this device, primarily for PortMaster (since it's not available on the MM+) and the bigger screen. I have the RG-ARC, which is a brilliant device but it's so bulky especially considering it's not even got a single analogue stick. I love having 6 face buttons AND a full shoulder/trigger set up, along with a Sega-style D-pad. But very few games actually use the Z and C buttons so it's not a huge loss. Plus, I've not heard much in terms of actual negative feedback to these devices (aside from other reviewers complaining about how similar they all are on a hardware level). Think the Zazbiggle might be my next device. Thanks TD!
Bruh, your channel is so dope, my wife and I call our OLED Steam Decks "Zazzbizzle Extreme"...like Omega Supreme from Transformers?!?!? anybody?? ...anyway, your content is the best, rock on
I agree that bigger screen is good. I've been using an RG35XX for a while now and I love it, but I have to admit that I find I enjoy playing games designed for handhelds (Gameboy, GB Color, Advance) often a lot more than I enjoy playing PS1 RPGs. This is because I really want to see all those beautiful prerendered backgrounds in all their glory and not on such a tiny screen. It's fun but I'm definitely going to get a larger screen on my next device.
I love the 4inch screens! It just the perfect size. I have the 405m but I really like the feel of the plastic on some of these devices too. It reminds of the good old dmg. I just ordered the 40xxh in black and can't wait to play some Snes on it! Cheers. Always enjoy your videos. Cheers! :)
there are few youtubers i actually get excited to see have their subscriber count grow lol im glad to see yours going up, your content is great, you leave the crap of the world out ... like politics..... so thank you and keep it up, i never have to worry about being preached to in your videos unless its a nerd topic lol, i found the rg405v from you, its like the steam deck little brother i always wanted lol
just bought a zazzbiggle for the biggler screen!! Love my bizzazzle, but don't love holding on to it... can't wait to enjoy holding & seeing my favorite games 😎
Yeah, If I finally settle on a retro handheld, it will be 4.0 inch or larger for sure. I can't use small screen handhelds for long anymore. even back in the day, I used my gba sp with that magnifier accessory lol.
Love the great review videos, you have the best job getting all these cool devices to test. On a side note where did you get that cool coffee grinder ??
Perhaps all Handhelds purchased, should arrive with a free pair of big pocketed pants... and Yeay!!! Uncle Dweeb is getting a cool retro handheld from his favorite nephew. Cool!
It lacks heat management and won't perform as well as your arc, cardinal snapping and factory software is horrible too. This is a miss-able device, but TD glorifies it here for whatever reason. 🤷♂️
I totally understand what you’re saying about the screen. Recently picked up a rg28xx and I love it!Then I thought it would be nice to have sticks to play some games so I picked up the rg35xx h, and I love that too, but if this rg40xx h had been out at that time then I’d have got it instead. I’m a bit miffed at the saturation at the moment, especially driven by this one company? I think maybe we are nearing the end of this chipsets dominance? (maybe they are trying to use all their chip stock up?). I also think maybe we are about to have a new era, with the baseline being the rg cube’s chipset? …and when I look at the rg40xx h I can’t help but think that this is what the cube should have looked like, with this screen! How much better would it be?! I think we will see exactly that, and likely in the next 6 months or so. So as nice as this looks, I’m going to wait a while, try and make the most of what I have 😄 PS, you are good to your uncle, Dweeb 👍🏻
I don't have a problem with Anbernic releasing so many similar models but I would love to see them release a device aimed at the budget market but with better sticks and a faster processor.
Nice one, but to differentiate more from the zazzbizzle they should have taken, in addition to the RGB sticks, also the d-pad from the... Zazzcube, I guess?
VladNerd mentioned the RG35XX H had the battery right over the the SoC and it was acting like a heatsink. @_@ Apparently in the RG40XX they moved it to address the issue. Seems like outside of the screen size that's the only big difference between the two. But... that's enough to make me consider the 40XX over the 35XX. Thank for the video Dweeb! Only 8 days old too, which means I picked a good time to start looking into a handheld! :D Also considering the Miyoo A30... Man... I have more videos to binge watch...
I enjoy watching your videos while making my morning pour-over coffee. And then you went and made your pour-over coffee. And wow, It’s like we were coffee making buds in those few seconds. Great take and positive approach to this device.
Second one english speaker retro gaming blogger I understand phonation (nose pronounce) without any issues. First one is Retrogame Corps. You two have the best video image imho. Your is "homy" and "warmer", RGC has "cooler" image. It's just my own feeling sense. Other bloggers have poor lighting and no rhytm in video sequence. I'm russian btw. Always after watching such a video I immediately want to run and buy every gadget you review. Naming theory zazzbizzle, zazzbiggle... - very cool idea, and very funny 😅
Yo dude... Right on with the uncle story! I found this wonderful SBC hobby in March '24, but found emulation in 1995 over dial-up (Nesticle and Genecyst FTW). I'm old af and yea, the eyes are going. So much so that I prefer horizontal handhelds mainly due to having bifocals. Until now, the systems with analog sticks and horizontal have been 3.5 screens, usually with slightly washed-out Anbernics. The RG353M with ArkOS is my daily driver rn, for example This bespectacled head of mine awaits the deliver of a black Zazzbiggle with bated breath. It's gonna be my PSX, N64 and DC haven, synced to the RG353M for fun. Wooooha get off my lawn
Anblernic is indeed releasing WAY too many. With that said, I will be picking this one up, this is what I wish existed when my dad was asking about them.
Hey TechDweeb Retro games and Specialty Coffee ! I think we would get along great ! :) I'm more AeroPress than pour over, but its all good. Thanks for another fun video ! :)
TechDweeb I really enjoy your reviews...can you comment on this device vs the Trimui Smart Pro and which you would choose if you could only get one of the devices? Thank you!
They're about the same. Same performance. Get this if you want a bigger (for 4:3 stuff) screen, get the trimui if you want widescreen stuff like PSP and GBA. Get this if you value pocketability, get the trimui if you value a premium hand feel. Both have their strengths and weaknesses.
People forget that we all grew up with different Styles of handhelds. People who grew up with the Gameboy and color probably like the Original shape of the RG35xx and xx+. I grew up with the SP and DS so I like a good clam shell like the RG35xxSP. Also, I've had several friends not like how small the screen is so making a bigger one that's still close is nice. Anbernic is good and bad for how many versions of the same console they release, but form factor can be a complete turnoff if you don't like the 1 style most manufacturers would do. Then they lose sales. However, since they make them in multiple styles they reach a much wider audience. The only downside to the customer I can think of is having too many choices. That's just true for handhelds now anyway and this way the customer only has to think about the form factor instead of if it's powerful enough and the form factor you like.
I'd trade my Zazzbizzle for this, if I could. It's like the same thing, but better. Not sure it's enough of an upgrade to actually buy one though. I'm kinda holding out for a model with softer buttons, like Miyoo's controls with Anbernic's performance and Knulli's features.
this is so true! i wanted a bigger scene for 4:3 content, so i ended up buying the trimui smart pro with the sales we've been seeing on ali. but maybe i should've waited for the price to drop on the rg40xx h :
I've got a Retroid Pocket 4 pro and love it. Small form factor is perfect for me. With that being said I think a great video would be setting up emulators with different front ends and correct rom directories. I just got Emulation Station and I think I'm going to use that over Daijisho or the stock Retroid launcher. I guess I'd just like to see setup videos on different customizations. Emulation station created all the folders for me and now I'm just going to start over and load my 1Terabyte card using their file system instead of my own. Kind of a pain but I think its more organized that way? Curious what you think, I'm still working out how to properly organize large rom sets and trying different front ends. Love the content, thanks for all the great videos.
Your content is always with some of you in it and that makes difference. As of the Zazzbiggie - same same but different but still the same .. I would pick the trimui smart pro it kind of grew on me😅
@@snart Speaking of clamshells… would be interesting if they could make an Android handheld with two landscape screens that reports itself as one portrait for DS emulation.
Awesome review as always. I'm 38 and although my eyesight is ok, I can tell it won't always be ok. For me the 4 inch display is a minimum. I want something pocketable but not tiny. This seems perfect although would love to so comparison videos with this and the Trimui smart pro
