The Best, Cheap Retro Handheld that's ACTUALLY AVAILABLE 

I loved my Miyoo Mini but my hands are too big for it to be comfortable to play for long periods of time. I was having issues playing for more than 5-10 minutes without my hands hurting. So I ordered the RG35XX a couple weeks ago. It being bigger is a huge pro for me. I think this thing is a great option for people to get into retro gaming. Even some more expensive ones aren't even available when you order (looking at you, Analogue Pocket).

You gotta love the names these companies give their portable emulators. "Ah yes, can't go out the house without my RG35XX"

One thing that the RG35XX has over the Miyoo Mini is a Real Time Clock. This affects Pokemon games from gen 2. The Miyoo Mini gets around this by moving the clock forward every time you turn on the handheld, but you can't change the amount of hours it'll jump ahead. Miyoo Mini Plus also won't have RTC, but it'll have wifi so you can sync the time that way. Might be bothersome if you're away from an Internet connection though

The original GBA did have a sleep mode but it had to be enabled in each game. It was a godsend for the Boktai games when you would lose sun in the middle of a boss fight.

I have to say of all my portable handhelds (now it could also be the games I play), I wind up now using my 35xx more than even my rp3+ just for its connivence, comfy size and reasonable portability. It goes with me every day when others are a 'maybe' choice and I have enjoyed the heck out of it. A few things I could wish were better, battery life being one as If It could just get 1-2 more hours on average it would feel basically perfect, the back buttons since I don't need them for games much, mainly function/menu commands they aren't that key, but I wish it also had a more responsible and tactile volume control. If this had a little bit better battery, and the volume wheel of the mini, I think it would be a 10/10

reminds me of robotics in high school - fixing design flaws in software. it became a meme for my team since it happened so often.

Friend and I use to play android emulators in like 2013. It sucked. Found this video earlier today. I just bought a miyoo mini plus and my friend just bought the purple ambernic rg35xx lol

That sonic advance music over your logo sent me back in time

Man I hear the sonic advance music again. So good. So nostalgic

bought one off of keep retro a few weeks ago and i am very excited to get my hands on it! it was great to see it got the wulff den approval too

I hope the Miyoo Mini+ is decently available because the size looks like a nice medium, but the RG35XX looks solid

Not a good time for the Miyoo Mini + when Bob drops this video while the RG35xx is on sale at KeepRetro and the Miyoo Mini + isn't slated to launch until March

The way you keep showing the GBA-SP in your B-roll, makes me want to mod one, gut the insides and stick the internals from this portable inside. The clamshell design would really up the appeal. With that said, I don't know if I need one of these things, because I have a hacked PS Vita that does the same thing and has analog sticks onboard. And also hooks up to Bluetooth controllers. But as for something I could stick in my pocket or backpack and just have everywhere? Ehhhhhh, interesting proposition. 🤔🤔

Why is everyone so obsessed with that miyoo mini?

I haven't put mine down since it came out! I have a 2800mah battery on the way :)

Just ordered on of these after getting really int steamdeck emulation. Pretty excited to get this thing load up with stuff actually

Thanks for the review, ordered mine and waiting for it to be shipped. By the way these fit the £5 Amazon Essentials Hard Drive case perfectly if you are looking for a case to protect it.

Is this really any better than the Retroid pocket 2 +?

With taxes and shipping is 80$ something in eu, and is awesome. I loved the Miyoo mini but the screen was garbage and after one drop from 50cm heigt screen died. This seems more robust and the screen is clearly better and the quality of image to.

“Is that me?” 🤣🤣🤣 bruhhh

Once people started to talk about how Miyoo had trouble acquiring 2.8" VGA LCD screens, now they're all being scalped 3x times the price on AliX.

Could you set up the menu to ignore numbers? I know not ideal but at least itd be kinda organized

You get props for the Japanese copy of Emerald

I have this... the only negative thing I can say about it is , some games will not allow you to save

That factor box actually the first box things that look delicious

Wow great vid watched the whole thing

I was in the last drop on the clock for the Miyoo mini, and couldn’t order it. It was gone in seconds. I was already at the check out, gave me an error, and was back on the cart saying it was out of stock.

9:37 also enable "integer scale". this scales the original resolution by an integer of itself, meaning 320x240 becomes 640x480. this allows every pixel to be perfectly square and not be distorted or uneven

Its so nice seeing content creators adding subtitles to their videos. You do some great reviews, and having non-auto-generated subtitles is the cherry on top

Been rolling on a 35XX for over a month. Picked it up to play with when recovering from surgery. It’s awesome, no regrets. Paid $67.99 delivered.

The hdmi port is awesome, we can hook up two controller via usb-c hub and play multiplayer games with two people on the big screen like the old times, or with just one controller for the second player and use the RG35xx itself as a first controller. This can become a retro console when needed, which is why I preferred this over the Miyoo Mini or Miyoo Mini+.

I haven't ever had a device dedicated to emulation, but the RG35XX looks like it's perfect for a first-timer like me. I might just put this on my wishlist and get one once I can!

This is the first time I’ve legitimately wanted to get into a handheld emulator. I’ve only dabbled with gba and ds emulation on my laptop but really wanna try this!

I really don’t get the hype with the miyoo mini. It’s way too small for anything serious. Yes it can fit in your pocket. Well my phone fits in my pocket as well and the screen is much better. The miyoo mini is for kids imo. It’s sooooooooo uncomfortable to hold and play it’s not even funny.

I really love these retro hardware handheld/hardware videos. They're so comfy for some reason.

I purchased a RG35XX about a month ago. I plan on buying some replacement shoulder buttons and a bigger battery, but with GarlicOS I feel like there really isn't much need for a lot of changes. I could live with the shoulder buttons, and the battery life is only about 4.5 hours with lower screen brightnesses, but it's still a solid little handheld. Plus, the purple case almost matches my OG Game Boy Color. Totally worth the purchase if you don't already have a handheld that will play up to PS1.

Son Two , you post your shorts ? I just put them in the dresser drawer #wulffdendad

The one thing I'd like to know that I think you didn't mention in the vid is what the battery life is like. I'm sure there's a lot of difference between running say a gba game vs a ps1 game, but it'd be nice to get an estimate. Otherwise, as someone that's been trying to get a miyoo mini to no success, I'm glad an alternative with a similar form factor has shown up.

Bought the ambernic RG35xx right before the end of the year and it is so simple to pick up and play with no work from you, and everything I’ve tried has played close enough to the original that I would need them side by side to notice a difference.

I got my RG35XX a week ago and I've already put over 60 hours in it. It also fits perfectly in my hands compared to my Miyoo that was just too small.

The Best, Cheap Retro Handheld that's ACTUALLY AVAILABLE (but not in the USA warehouse)

Gosh darn-it bob. You sold me on the steam deck. Now I even went out and grabbed this little guy too. I’ve never really touched these portable emulators but I finally pulled the trigger. Im glad the system can be upgraded to include a sleep function, definitely a must for me. Can’t wait to bring it around with me( the steam deck is sort of a monster to carry around).

Sounds like a solid device, can't wait for Anbernic to make a seccessor in 6 months that gives all current buyers FOMO remorse.

I wish Anbernic worked with Black Seraph to have GarlicOS installed on it by default. Ah well. Great review as always!

Sleep mode is such a game changer holy crap. I didn't notice it much on my ds, because those games were made with being portable in mind so lots had easy ways to save your progress, but on the steam Deck now? Holy crap being a le to just press a button, and then come back exactly where you left it off is the apex of convenience

This is the video I needed right now. I'm always looking at every review for all the players that get released but I never decide to pull the trigger on one. Just starting the video right now, but I'm hoping this will help me pick one and go get it.

I heard these come with garlic OS already installed now. Is that true?

After watching bob for years and not buying a single one of these, I finally caved and just bought this emulator even though I already have a steamdeck.... I like the aesthetic and idea of every pokemon in my pocket

People keep saying these are $50 but they are $55 with like $15 shipping and by that point you may as well buy the one off Amazon with free 1-2 day shipping for $79. Still worth it and that's what I did. Really enjoying mine. Although I do have an eBay Miyoo mini coming in today...

Yeah I understand that miyoo isn’t the largest company but it’s outrageous how small the drops are compared to Anbernic’s constant across the board availability for all their consoles. It gets to a certain point where I think miyoo is actively trying to cultivate exclusivity because it’s instant cash and a less risky investment. I just gave up on getting one after my first try and bought some bigger systems that I’m happy with. Would love to see some of the other companies take their own swing at the ultra portable market to perhaps take miyoo down a peg. A retroid mini sounds either like fun or a nightmare

Hey ya'll, I did the basic logo for GarllicOS. If anybody wants some logos for this kind of thing, just lemme know! I love this stuff.

I got my RG35XX a week ago. Immediately installed Garlic OS 1.0.5 and it's been amazing ever since. I freakin' love this thing! Haven't touched my PC or PS5 since I got it lol. It feels so good to play all of these classic titles that I missed out on as a kid on the go. I ordered mine through keepretro. I went with them because they inspect the product before it gets to you and they handle returns/refunds if necessary. In total I paid $64.99 + $15.78 for expedited shipping which I'm not entirely sure if that was really necessary. I don't know how much of a difference expedited shipping makes over standard but I ordered mine on January 21st and received delivery February 8th.

I ordered the RG35XX on feb 4, but not directly from Anbernic, so it's probably not going to ship until Feb 25. I ordered the Transparent Purple one too because it reminds me of my first GBC. Can't wait. Will be my first portable emulator.

Use my RG35XX way more often than my Miyoo mini. Feels more durable and more comfortable in my hands.

I always appreciate your reviews, Bob, because you do a great job at looking at these devices from the perspective of someone with little experience with emulation devices and who doesn’t want to navigate through Reddit threads with conflicting advice to figure out how to do simple things that other reviewers can do in their sleep and take for granted.

Has anyone bought it from their website? And does it come with games already installed? Specially Pokémon and Kirby games? Thanks in advance 😊

why is everyone marketing this as a 50 dollar device when its double that after all the fees at checkout

I've been holding off on buying an RG35xx for a couple of weeks now, telling myself that I don't really need it. But when this video came out, I ordered one right away. Man your opinion & influence are really strong, kudos.

the miyoo mini always looked way too small to me, at least for adults. but it looks like it would be the perfect little first handheld for a kid you want to introduce to old video games first. if only it wasnt so fragile, it would definitely need a thick rubber pumper case if you give it to a kid.

Bruh, modded first gen 3ds vs this? I have a modded 2ds and I wanted something more portable and the folding nature of the 3ds makes me willing to throw it in my bag fully naked. I just don't know if the ps1 playability is worth giving up N64 playability. Or if it is as portable and I really want that.

Lol it ain't $60 anymore

Been wanting to get an emulator for a while. Pulled the trigger on the Anbernic because of this video. I ordered the Gameboy coloring and can't wait for it to get here!

Personally I love my miyoo mini but the scarcity of it makes it an easy target for price gouging, especially since the screen is so sensitive that it breaks easily. I already dropped some more bones for mods like better triggers and a case that turns into a grip and love it, still if I busted it I'll get the RG35xx as a replacement. For me personally its a matter of OS and the Garlic/Onion OS is where it's at, easy to install and personalize to my taste. Plus features that takes advantage of the portability. I need the sleep mode as I use my pocket consoles for stray game sessions during dry spells of activity. Being able to boot up where you left off and sleep the console when you gotta do something at the press of a button is essential for the stop and go in my day to day life. I got everything I need for now thanks to Onion and the pocketability of the miyoo my next emu console purchase will be if something is within the same pocket size but comes with dual analog so I can play the few ps games that need it like Dark Stone or if my Miyoo nose dives on to the floor. I'd like to thank you for mentioning that the Garlic OS has the same features as Onion. All I've seen is people showing the install and the tile UI I haven't seen anyone make a comparison to the features.

I still like the real games more but looks dope.

Another thing to note is to pray that once your Miyoo Mini ships, that it actually gets to you. A friend and I have ordered directly from their store page on separate occasions (recommended by another friend who got his on one of their drops as well) and both of ours either got lost in shipping or landed at a completely different location out of our state and they were incredibly difficult to deal with. I’m still waiting on a refund and it’s been months… So when I saw the 35XX drop, I bought it instantly on their preorder page and got it in a few weeks. I’m absolutely obsessed with it. My RP 2+ is collecting dust as we speak because the portability and form factor of the 35XX is exactly what I needed.

The RG405V is the best cheap handheld for gamecube emulation. So let me tell you there are 2 choices for me. If I get enough money I'll buy the RG405V but if not I'll buy the RGB30 but please consider me a better device than the RGB30 but is around the same price

I wanted the Miyoo mini...I tried to get it for months. Then I got the RG35XX and I realized that this is actually what I wanted/needed - I have a pocketgo collecting dust, it's a novelty device, I don't have a miyoo but I assume it's the same.. just a novelty. I've already spent more time on the RG35XX than any of my other retro / mod devices - it's comfy, does its job (even on stock), fits in a shirt pocket - I might order a 2nd unit "just in case"

Wulff looks like if Moistcritical and Linus tech tips merged into one human being 🤣

These handhelds look awesome due to being actually pocketable lol. I usually don't go beneath psp and dreamcast in terms of emulation power, but this pocketability's got me considerin rn!

Got the grey one. Fantastic for me who reeally only got it for retro Pokémon. Now I’m gonna get my Uncle (who’s a big retro games guy) one as a gift.

Just bought RG35XX. A little jewel this console. I'm replaying all the titles from my childhood. Only downside I've seen so far on ps1 titles is a slight audio delay and sometimes some writing in the subtitles is like missing pieces of letters.

dude talking about portability like we`re in 95 and he has to carry his PC and CRT monitor to a lan party...c`mon man :))) there are packs of cigarettes bigger than that :)))

I have been trying to purchase the miyoo mini on express from other sellers since you recommended it. And had so much frustration never receiving my products. This is exactly what I was looking for thank you so much for the video. I actually prefer the larger size since I have larger hands. This would be my first emulator device I'm ever purchasing. I have lots of experience with technology overall But I wanted something that wouldn't take too much work to get up and playing. I Appreciate all your hard work on your videos. I hope you have a wonderful day.

buying 1 because of this video ~ nice ~ but i pay 83 USD not 50 bucks as u said (include shipping $12), what currency u refering to ?

Been on the fence about getting a handheld emulator for awhile, but Bob has finally sold me on one. Just placed my order on the Atomic Purple RG35XX👌🏻

Imagine playing stardew valley on a device like this.. Would be heaven

Been looking at this 35XX for the past week. Looks like a great thing to buy for your kid/younger sibling. Gonna order one for my little brother that shows more and more desire to play games, but still can't really handle big controllers and some modern games.

yea they are now 65 dollars for the device which sucks but I know they seen this video and bumped that number up lmao

I never thought I'd say this, but I'd definitely watch a sitcom where it's just straight a compilation of all your sponsorship segments, man. Great job in making them so entertaining, they're just as good as the rest of all the videos.

I purposely bought this because I know if I buy the retroid pocket 3 plus, the new one will come out the day after.

It costs $83.63 including shipping and taxes to ship it to my country in the EU, so it's not quite that cheap for a lot of us. It's a far cry from the advertised $50 price.

I've had the RG35XX for a month now and have no issues with it. I also kept the same software and it works fine for me. All I wanted was something small enough to put in my backpack or glovebox without taking a lot of space.

I just got mine and I love it!! Its worth the price! I got it mainly to play advance wars. Just that title alone on gba is $40 and you'd still have to buy a gameboy to play it. That's another $80+. So this device is a steal!! Especially when you can also play donkey Kong country 2, Pokemon and more!!

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Only for n64 i will be sticking with my psp 3k 😕 or else I would have bought this beautiful device

I'd really love the RG35XX. However I'm holding out for a device that has wifi. The Achievements with Retroarch has someone become essential for my retro gaming. Help.

I stopped playing my Miyoo Mini because it's just too small, might switch to this one!

I bought my RG35XX almost a month ago because I was not going to fuck around with bots and scalpers clawing at miyoo minis like it's a fucking gold rush. I kinda felt like I was making a compromise, until I saw all the support from Black Seraph, theme makers, and the general consensus shifting in the favor of Anbernic. I am very pleased at how well things turned out for this console.

the oled still running in the corner *"its been 84 years"*

If only it wasn't £80 in the UK with tax lmao.

The RU-vid short you posted convinced me to buy one. I’ve messed with emulators and roms on and off throughout the last couple of years, but they were on android phones. I’ve never had a dedicated device like this before, so I’m very much looking forward to trying it out. Thanks for the suggestion!

Here it's $83 shipped. Having a Mini already, I don't think it's worth right now. I'll wait for a new model, maybe with an analog stick and n64 support, at least.

Thanks for the shout out, dude. Wonder twins unite, or whatever 😂

GBA did have sleep mode, but on a couple games only tho. I remember using it with Zelda Minish Cap.

This looks like how some companies Weill make 2 identical products just different sized. Like the DSi and the DSi XL or the Samsung Galaxy S7 and the S7 edge. Edit: Actually the best analogy is that it's like the "NEW" Nintendo 3DS and the "NEW" Nintendo 3DS XL because the larger one was easily available but the smaller one you had to track down.

Does this run dc and ps1 and mame or can it not handle it and will slow down and lag if u try??

I'm really freaking tired of all these emulation devices. There are so many, with all sorts of advantages, drawbacks and price points... it makes me give up without trying. Can someone just make one, ultimate emulation device that is a clear winner?

Wait so does ur progress stay saved on the games? Like Pokémon and other progress games ?

I got an RG35XX a few weeks ago. I really like it. I wanted a Miyoo but it was never in stock and resellers were charging double for it. No way I'm paying a lot of money for something I won't use regularly

I'm very interested in this device. Been using my S21 Ultra for emulation and I'm spoilt I admit, it's a powerhouse but I would love something dedicated that in the future I can show my kids and be like "here's a shed ton of awesome old games on one device"