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Light In The Box has 16GB 5.5" Powkiddy X55 Handheld Game Emulation Console + 64GB microSD (Black or Blue) on sale for $84.50 when you apply coupon code GAME48 during checkout. Shipping is free.
Thanks to Community Member Tinkleondabeach for sharing this deal.
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Available Colors:
Black
Blue
About this Item:
5.5" 1280 x 720 resolution HD display (non-touchscreen)
Rock-chips RK3566 quad-core ARM Cortex-A55 1.8GHZ Processor
ARM Mali-G52 GPU
2GB LPDDR4X RAM
16GB built-in storage + 64GB microSD
2x microSD Card Slots (supports up to 256GB)
Mini HDMI-out port
3.5mm stereo headphone jack
USB Type C charging port
USB C to USB A charging cable included
OTG-USB support
4000 mAh non-removable battery
Languages Supported: English, Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Spanish
Supported retro console emulation platforms: CPS (Capcom Play System), FBA (Final Burn Alpha), Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) / Famicom, Game Boy, Game Boy Color, Game Boy Advance, NEO GEO, Super Nintendo (SNES) / Super Famicom, SEGA Genesis (Megadrive), PlayStation / PS1, Nintendo 64, PlayStation Portable (PSP) & more
Also, YT check out Retro Game Corps, Russ's videos are super informative!
I just got one of these in the last month. For context, I also have a Miyoo Mini Plus and a Steam Deck. This has definitely been my go to device for PS1 emulation and below. Much more comfortable to hold than the two other devices for retro games. It's not quite pocketable, but it's been an amazing experience at home.
N64, Dreamcast, PSP and DS have all been a decent experience to a degree, though I would look for a more powerful device if those systems are what you are really after.
Decent deal on my current favorite retro gaming handheld. Installed with JelOS. Software runs well
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Actually, it seems the RGB30 is a better device - more portable; no loud click sound; overall a fantastic handheld experience with the 1x1 screen. might go for that in instead
Honestly I don't get the market for this kind of device. Retro arch runs well on android; why not just use an old phone with a wraparound controller like a razer kishi or a cheap Bluetooth one from temu?
How do y'all get the $8 coupon to apply? Mine rejects every promo code saying discounts cannot be combined. Looking to purchase rgb30 as Christmas gift.
Powkiddy x55 can be purchased from the manufacturer on Aliexpress for $61 (with no roms) up to $73 (128 GB). The RGB30 (better for GB/GBC due to 1:1 ratio) is $58 (no roms) to $70 (128GB). I can't post the link because mods will remove it. But you can type these searches into Google:
powkiddy flagship store x55 site:aliexpress.com ==> price should be $84.85
powkiddy official store rgb30 site:aliexpress.com ==> price should be $82.28
Use coupon code AEUS8 ($8 off $50) or AEUS15 ($15 off $100, if ordering with 128GB SD). Some CB sites offer 12% back.
So I got the coupon code figured out. You can only apply the coupon with one item in cart. I had also added a screen protector and case which would not allow the coupon to apply. I have a question for the crowd because my internet search led me to these two options. Would the rgb30 be a good choice for a 6 year old? I saw where people said the x55 would not be a good option.
Honestly I don't get the market for this kind of device. Retro arch runs well on android; why not just use an old phone with a wraparound controller like a razer kishi or a cheap Bluetooth one from temu?
An all-in-one dedicated device, for me, does several things:
Keeps from having to put a full phone and capability in my kids hands
Fixed cost - lower than getting a controller + a phone at this price point
Keeps me from handing my personal phone to a 7yr old
An android phone plus a controller is way better if you ask me, or just buy a switch little for $100 more and play decent games. Or buy a series S for 200-250 on sale and play AAA games at high frame rates
Is this a serious response? If so, I appreciate the input, but you referenced one item that is twice the price and need additional purchases to be useful and another that is a home based console, not portable like what the post is about. Let alone the games/target audience this device is aimed towards.
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Also, YT check out Retro Game Corps, Russ's videos are super informative!
N64, Dreamcast, PSP and DS have all been a decent experience to a degree, though I would look for a more powerful device if those systems are what you are really after.
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A decent usbc controller for android cost as much as a low end retro console. You are not saving much.
But its much more powerful and faster.
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powkiddy flagship store x55 site:aliexpress.com ==> price should be $84.85
powkiddy official store rgb30 site:aliexpress.com ==> price should be $82.28
Use coupon code AEUS8 ($8 off $50) or AEUS15 ($15 off $100, if ordering with 128GB SD). Some CB sites offer 12% back.
POW! Right in the kiddy! POW! Right in the kiddy!
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Is this a serious response? If so, I appreciate the input, but you referenced one item that is twice the price and need additional purchases to be useful and another that is a home based console, not portable like what the post is about. Let alone the games/target audience this device is aimed towards.