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Anbernic RG35XXSP Retro Game Emulation Console w/ 3.5" Flip-Open Display

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Geekbuying has Anbernic RG35XXSP Retro Game Emulation Console on sale from $68.16 - $8.17 off when you apply promo code NNN1IGRL in cart = $59.99. Shipping is free (10-20 business days when you select Priority Line at checkout).

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Available options:Product Specs:
  • Classic flip-open clamshell design
  • 3.5" 640x480 resolution IPS display (non-touchscreen)
  • Allwinner H700 quad-core processor
  • 1GB LPDDR4 RAM
  • Two microSD card slots
  • Two USB-C Ports (one for charging, one w/ OTG support)
  • Mini HDMI Port (for output to TV/monitor)
  • 802.11ac Wi-Fi (w/ Moonlight streaming support)
  • Bluetooth 4.2 (only supports Bluetooth controllers; no Bluetooth audio support)
  • Video file player app (mkv, mp4 & more), music file player app (flac, mp3 & more), e-reader app (txt format)
  • Single speaker
  • 3300mAh lithium-polymer battery
  • Linux-based operating system
  • 30+ emulators pre-installed (note: game compatibility/performance can vary).
  • Released May 17, 2024

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Written by RevOne | Staff
  • About the product:
    • The Anbernic RG35XXSP or RG35XX SP, ANBERNIC's first clamshell handheld, closely resembles the classic Game Boy Advance SP and can emulate consoles such as NES, SNES, Mega Drive, Game Boy, PS1, N64, Dreamcast, and some PSP games. Despite being slightly larger in thickness and weight, the RG35XXSP is almost identical in size and buttons to the classic Gameboy Advance SP design. It offers similar specs to Anbernic's recent RG35XX Plus and RG35XX H models, including a 3.5-inch IPS screen with a 640 x 480 resolution, Allwinner H700 chipset, Dual-core G31 MP2 GPU, and 1GB of LPDDR4 RAM, in addition to a 3300mAh battery supporting an autonomy of up to 8 hours. This makes it powerful enough to emulate titles from 5th and 6th generation consoles like the SEGA Dreamcast (performance may vary per title) and Sony PlayStation.
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    • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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Update: This popular deal is still available.

Geekbuying has Anbernic RG35XXSP Retro Game Emulation Console on sale from $68.16 - $8.17 off when you apply promo code NNN1IGRL in cart = $59.99. Shipping is free (10-20 business days when you select Priority Line at checkout).

Thanks to Deal Hunter Red_Liz for sharing this deal.

Available options:Product Specs:
  • Classic flip-open clamshell design
  • 3.5" 640x480 resolution IPS display (non-touchscreen)
  • Allwinner H700 quad-core processor
  • 1GB LPDDR4 RAM
  • Two microSD card slots
  • Two USB-C Ports (one for charging, one w/ OTG support)
  • Mini HDMI Port (for output to TV/monitor)
  • 802.11ac Wi-Fi (w/ Moonlight streaming support)
  • Bluetooth 4.2 (only supports Bluetooth controllers; no Bluetooth audio support)
  • Video file player app (mkv, mp4 & more), music file player app (flac, mp3 & more), e-reader app (txt format)
  • Single speaker
  • 3300mAh lithium-polymer battery
  • Linux-based operating system
  • 30+ emulators pre-installed (note: game compatibility/performance can vary).
  • Released May 17, 2024

Editor's Notes

Written by RevOne | Staff
  • About the product:
    • The Anbernic RG35XXSP or RG35XX SP, ANBERNIC's first clamshell handheld, closely resembles the classic Game Boy Advance SP and can emulate consoles such as NES, SNES, Mega Drive, Game Boy, PS1, N64, Dreamcast, and some PSP games. Despite being slightly larger in thickness and weight, the RG35XXSP is almost identical in size and buttons to the classic Gameboy Advance SP design. It offers similar specs to Anbernic's recent RG35XX Plus and RG35XX H models, including a 3.5-inch IPS screen with a 640 x 480 resolution, Allwinner H700 chipset, Dual-core G31 MP2 GPU, and 1GB of LPDDR4 RAM, in addition to a 3300mAh battery supporting an autonomy of up to 8 hours. This makes it powerful enough to emulate titles from 5th and 6th generation consoles like the SEGA Dreamcast (performance may vary per title) and Sony PlayStation.
  • About the deal:
    • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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Written by Red_Liz | Staff

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SaraAB87
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Just saw a reddit post where one guy had one explode on him, be careful if you buy this.
ScoobieSnax
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Go on Aliexpress and you can get the 128gb version for less than this. There is a coupon link at the top of listing. I used an $8 off $60 purchase, for a total of $56.20 for the 128gb version with free shipping.

Make sure to make a backup image of the microsd when you get it as these no name cards have a high rate of failures.

Can't post Aliexpress link as SD will delete post.
cymek
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I understand the nostalgia of the original GBA. The form factor, plugging in the carts... it's all great. EXCEPT the original GBA screen. It was HORRIBLE. You had to have just the right amount of ambient light, too much (like being outside) and the glare washed out the screen, too little and you couldn't see anything. To play in low level light you needed a third party light that plugged into the port on the top of the GBA, which meant angling the GBA just right so you didn't have light glare AND the light head wasn't in the way. The AGS-001 SP was slightly better as it had a backlight, but playing outside was still difficult, and the battery didn't last nearly as long as desired for daytrip car rides. Night play was better though. The AGS-101 has an updated, better screen. But you will be hard pressed to find one of those in good condition anywhere near $80.

These Anbernic emulators don't have the same nostalgia, but the screens are FAR nicer, the battery lasts way longer, and you can carry all your "backups" on one SDC card. I originally got the Powkiddy V30 for my son as a really cheap gaming option, but found myself envious so I bought the original Anbernic RG35XX for myself. Since then, I haven't even once been tempted to break out my GBA.

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Quote from Red_Liz :
Anyone tried this yet? Looks like it was just released earlier this month.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0M1fYSOhwZ4
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Octagon3kJun 02, 2024 05:06 PM
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55.79 shipped on aliexpress today.
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GUSHandGOJun 02, 2024 05:37 PM
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Quote from NeatNeatNeat :
I still have the original Game Boy Advance SP somewhere, like the silver one there, I just found it again a few weeks ago, but I cannot find the charging cable anymore. It has this weird charging connector.

Search for Game Boy SP chargers on Amazon. There are so many for cheap. I like the USB charger, especially, like this one.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0989V3V4Z
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Quote from NeatNeatNeat :
I still have the original Game Boy Advance SP somewhere, like the silver one there, I just found it again a few weeks ago, but I cannot find the charging cable anymore. It has this weird charging connector.
You can get charging cables that plug into usb on the other end for pretty cheap on Amazon or eBay. One of those plus a quality phone charger is the way to go. I trust that combo vs any of the generic replacement chargers that are everywhere.
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Jmoney611Jun 02, 2024 05:51 PM
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I don't have any experience with this specific model of Anbernic but I do have 3 other models. With my experience, each model was given a different OS and an SD card than what was provided. The SD cards included should be replaced with a higher quality one. As far as OS goes, this model is fairly newer so there might not be a better OS out there besides what it comes with and it might be a few months before one is developed. That being said, these devices have work great for me and I haven't had any issues with either.
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Go on Aliexpress and you can get the 128gb version for less than this. There is a coupon link at the top of listing. I used an $8 off $60 purchase, for a total of $56.20 for the 128gb version with free shipping.

Make sure to make a backup image of the microsd when you get it as these no name cards have a high rate of failures.

Can't post Aliexpress link as SD will delete post.
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Quote from Jmoney611 :
As far as OS goes, this model is fairly newer so there might not be a better OS out there besides what it comes with and it might be a few months before one is developed. That being said, these devices have work great for me and I haven't had any issues with either.
Any of the RG35XX firmwares will work with this model but you will lose the feature of flipping the lid closed to make it go to sleep/power down until they update them, therfore you'd have to resort to using the power button.
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Quote from Red_Liz :
Anyone tried this yet? Looks like it was just released earlier this month.
It's the handheld I've been waiting for.

Perfect form factor.
Clamshell so you don't need a case.
It "only" goes up to ps1, but I prefer carrying it over my retroid pocket 4 pro or steam deck just due to the form factor — you just toss it in your pocket and go.

The only thing I'd change is the clicky buttons and dpad.. not a fan of those. Also, anbernic really needs auto sensing usb-c. You have to use a usb A to C cable 🙄
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DuckeeDougJun 02, 2024 08:26 PM
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The NNNP976 discount code for the 64+128gb does not work for me as of 1:30PM(PST) on 6/2
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Quote from DuckeeDoug :
The NNNP976 discount code for the 64+128gb does not work for me as of 1:30PM(PST) on 6/2
Works for me. Make sure you are purchasing through the Geekbuying website and not the Anbernic website. Some of those links go to one or the other
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Quote from SaraAB87 :
Just saw a reddit post where one guy had one explode on him, be careful if you buy this.
Did it explode on video? 🤔
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How are people's experience with purchasing from Geekbuying?
I bought a miyoo mini + from them. No issues. Took about 10 days to receive once shipped usps.
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Quote from badwolf4 :
I'm tempted. For anyone who has this or the other models made by ANBERNIC, did you keep the SD (TF??) card that it came with or swap it out? I'm not too familiar with handhelds beyond a Steam deck and I'm torn between ordering this to play out of the box or have to buy SD cards and then try and figure out what to do.
there are a ton of guides out there and on YouTube for setting up your own card. this is for the normal RG35XX but is a good one: https://retrogamecorps.com/2023/0...ter-guide/

it's really not hard and takes less than an hour. Google 'Tiny Best Set' for a nice set of roms. for most devices you'll want to set up your own name brand SD card(s), because the stock one is usually junk and will fail at some point. however, the SP model actually comes with a decent card by Kioxia, which is a rebrand of Toshiba Memory.
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