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ANBERNIC is a global leader in portable retro gaming consoles, offering a wide spectrum of Linux and Android handheld devices equipped with high-resolution IPS/OLED screens, ergonomic designs, and extensive emulation capabilities.
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Why we feature it
- Retro emulation supporting NES, SNES, GBA, PS1, N64, Dreamcast, PSP, and Android games
- Dual Hall-effect joysticks and responsive D-pads
- Mini-HDMI output and Bluetooth controller connectivity for TV play
- Active OS ecosystem with frequent official and custom firmware updates
At a glance
What we liked, and what we did not
The good
- Extensive model variety covering horizontal, vertical, and clamshell form factors
- High-value hardware-to-price ratio across budget and premium tiers
- Vibrant display options including 4:3 IPS, 1:1 square, and AMOLED screens
- Strong community and open-source custom firmware (CFW) support
- Dual-boot system configurations (Linux / Android) on mid-to-high tier devices
Worth knowing
- Stock microSD cards can be prone to corruption and require replacement
- Higher-end emulators (PS2/3DS) require manual tweaking on mid-tier hardware
The anbernic edit
Shop the pieces
10 pieces we would start with. Each one opens on anbernic's own site.
Best sellerANBERNIC RG35XXSP
A classic flip retro handheld game console featuring a 3.5-inch IPS display, powered by the H700 quad-core processor with full GBA SP clamshell nostalgia.
From $57.99
Regular price $64.99Shop
Premium pickANBERNIC RG556
Powerful Android 13 handheld console featuring a vibrant 5.5-inch AMOLED touchscreen, Unisoc T820 processor, and Hall effect joysticks.
$179.99
Regular price $184.99Shop
Most versatileANBERNIC RG40XX H
Horizontal retro console with a spacious 4.0-inch IPS display, dual analog joysticks, RGB lighting rings, and robust 64-bit Linux performance.
$67.99
Regular price $69.99Shop
ANBERNIC RG Cube
Compact Android 13 handheld featuring an ergonomic curved design and a high-resolution 1:1 square screen tailored for retro aspect ratios.
$122.99
Regular price $169.99Shop
ANBERNIC RG406V
Vertical Android 13 retro handheld equipped with a 4-inch IPS touch screen, Unisoc T820 processor, and customizable RGB Hall joysticks.
$164.99
At anbernicShop
ANBERNIC RG 35XXPro
Upgraded vertical Linux handheld adding dual analog joysticks to the famous RG35XX series while maintaining a compact, portable form factor.
$54.99
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ANBERNIC RG CubeXX
Linux-based square-screen retro handheld optimized for Game Boy, Game Boy Color, Pico-8, and 1:1 vertical arcade games.
$64.99
Regular price $66.99Shop
ANBERNIC RG40XXV
Vertical retro handheld featuring a large 4.0-inch IPS display, single Hall-effect analog stick with RGB lighting, and Linux 64-bit OS.
$67.99
Regular price $69.99Shop
ANBERNIC RG35XX H
Ultra-portable horizontal Linux console with dual joysticks, 3.5-inch IPS display, and broad emulation capabilities up to PS1, PSP, and N64.
$57.99
Regular price $67.99Shop
Metal editionANBERNIC RG405M
Premium CNC aluminum alloy handheld running Android 12 with a 4.0-inch IPS touchscreen, Unisoc T618 processor, and Hall sensor joysticks.
$119.99
Regular price $177.99Shop
From our review
“Discover the best ANBERNIC retro gaming handhelds. Explore features, pricing, and performance across popular models like RG35XXSP, RG556, and RG Cube.”