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frontpageRed_Liz | Staff posted May 31, 2024 07:04 PM

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

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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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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Jun 03, 2024 05:44 PM
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xlsvuthefooJun 03, 2024 05:44 PM
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Seeing as this is being shipped from China - be aware that your package may get held up in US customs. I ordered direct on Anbernic's website the day it dropped and my order has been sitting at US customs with an exception for about a week so far. I know others haven't had issues but who knows.
Jun 03, 2024 07:25 PM
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drblofeldJun 03, 2024 07:25 PM
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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.
You can say this is an explosive deal!
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Jun 03, 2024 08:35 PM
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SaraAB87Jun 03, 2024 08:35 PM
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Quote from staroceanex :
Everyone buying these systems that don't use standard batteries are gonna be for a rude awakening 1-2 years down the road as the battery degrades and there are no replacements.
Not sure about this one but the Miyoo mini plus has a battery compartment that you can open, disconnect the battery and replace it. I believe the similar anbernic console has a way to do this too.
Jun 03, 2024 10:30 PM
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cymekJun 03, 2024 10:30 PM
349 Posts
Quote from staroceanex :
Everyone buying these systems that don't use standard batteries are gonna be for a rude awakening 1-2 years down the road as the battery degrades and there are no replacements.
If I'm buying a sub $100 handheld, I'm not expecting it to last forever. I fully expect to wear out the buttons or drop it and break the screen well before the battery goes. Plus, I know how to use a screwdriver.
Jun 04, 2024 11:07 AM
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NervousChicken9178Jun 04, 2024 11:07 AM
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This may be a stupid question, but when purchasing one of these items, is it ready to go out of the box or do you have to do some specific workarounds to get games? I'd love to get my uncle one of these who is older but remembers playing these games. However, I don't have a pc currently and he isn't very tech savvy.
Jun 04, 2024 02:39 PM
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slickdealfiendJun 04, 2024 02:39 PM
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Anyone know if this brand of handhelds allows you to save your game? I had a powkiddy unit and when i played games that required save states, it wouldnt save. if I turned off the device, it would just send me to the start again.

how am i supposed to finish a 40hr game if I have to start all over again every time?

and if anyone has any insight of what i was doing wrong on the powkiddy device, please let me know.
Jun 05, 2024 03:41 AM
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staroceanexJun 05, 2024 03:41 AM
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Quote from cymek :
If I'm buying a sub $100 handheld, I'm not expecting it to last forever. I fully expect to wear out the buttons or drop it and break the screen well before the battery goes. Plus, I know how to use a screwdriver.
The point is, you won't be able to find battery replacements.
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Jun 05, 2024 09:28 AM
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cymekJun 05, 2024 09:28 AM
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Quote from staroceanex :
The point is, you won't be able to find battery replacements.

No, I'm pretty certain I will. Anbernic isn't Apple. They aren't designing bespoke, proprietary components. Screens, batteries, chips... They're all right out of a parts bin. They'll be available for decades.

Edit:
Here's a breakdown of upgrading the battery in a RG35XX:
https://www.reddit.com/r/RG35XX/c...or_rg35xx/

As you can see, no fancy battery magic going on there. I can pretty much guarantee the same is true of the RG35XXSP
Last edited by cymek June 5, 2024 at 04:53 AM.
Jun 05, 2024 04:11 PM
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BlackBabyJeebusJun 05, 2024 04:11 PM
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Quote from staroceanex :
Everyone buying these systems that don't use standard batteries are gonna be for a rude awakening 1-2 years down the road as the battery degrades and there are no replacements.
This uses a perfectly normal, common 3.7v LiPo battery. You'll be able to buy cheap replacements for a loooong time.
Jun 05, 2024 07:54 PM
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TuckinJun 05, 2024 07:54 PM
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Tempting to buy but what about no analog sticks? I'm trying read Reddit but I feel like Mario n64 would need it? Is no sticks a breaker?
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Jun 05, 2024 10:30 PM
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AkumaX
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Jun 05, 2024 10:30 PM
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Quote from Tuckin :
Tempting to buy but what about no analog sticks? I'm trying read Reddit but I feel like Mario n64 would need it? Is no sticks a breaker?
People using these to play N64?
Jun 06, 2024 05:51 AM
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i3urchJun 06, 2024 05:51 AM
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Quote from AkumaX :
People using these to play N64?
You remap the stick to the dpad, obviously nit getting the exact range of motion but it works. Would not buy if thats your primary system to emulate. RG35xxH (might have to double check) is much better for this and cheaper with same chipset and sticks. Cheers
Jun 06, 2024 02:00 PM
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TuckinJun 06, 2024 02:00 PM
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Quote from AkumaX :
People using these to play N64?
Yeah you can play ps1 psp n64 and I think GameCube on some of these. Or just a modded version of pokemon lol
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Jun 06, 2024 05:42 PM
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VesmicJun 06, 2024 05:42 PM
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Quote from staroceanex :
Everyone buying these systems that don't use standard batteries are gonna be for a rude awakening 1-2 years down the road as the battery degrades and there are no replacements.
Lmao. Oh yes. Heart broken that my…. 50 dollar device needs replacement.

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Jun 06, 2024 10:26 PM
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RIPBAP1999Jun 06, 2024 10:26 PM
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By that time id hope a $50 device would be even better than this

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