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MagicX Mini Zero 28 Compact Retro Emulation Android Handheld w/ 64GB microSD

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Ampown Local Store via AliExpress has MagicX Mini Zero 28 Compact Retro Emulation Android Game Handheld Console w/ 64GB microSD on sale for $56.77 -> now $54.55 - $10 off when you apply promo code AEUS10 on the checkout page = $46.77 -> now $45.55. Shipping is free (ships from within the United States).
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Available Colors:
  • Glacier Blue
  • Black
  • Purple
Specs:
  • Compact 2.8" 640 x 480 IPS display (4:3 aspect ratio, non-touchscreen)
  • Allwinner A133 Plus chipset Processor + IMG PowerVR GE8300 Graphics
  • 2GB DDR4 RAM Memory
  • Dual micro SD card slots (1x 64GB card w/ 9K games included)
  • 2.4GHz 802.11n Wi-Fi 4
  • 2x USB-C ports (1x charging / 1x OTG)
  • Stereo speakers, 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Hall Effect analog joysticks
  • Android 10 operating system
  • 2900mAh Li-polymer battery (approx. 7-9 hours)

Editor's Notes

Written by SaltyOne | Staff
  • About this Store:
    • Ampown Local Store via AliExpress has a 4.7 out of 5 store rating with 97.4% positive customer reviews based on over 425 ratings.
    • This product qualifies for free returns within 90 days after the item is delivered.
    • AliExpress Commitment means $1.00 coupon code if delayed, or refund if package lost, items damaged, no delivery in 30 days.
    • Refer to AliExpress's Return Policy here.
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    • Please see the original post for additional details and/or view the Wiki and forum comments for further helpful discussion if available.

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Ampown Local Store via AliExpress has MagicX Mini Zero 28 Compact Retro Emulation Android Game Handheld Console w/ 64GB microSD on sale for $56.77 -> now $54.55 - $10 off when you apply promo code AEUS10 on the checkout page = $46.77 -> now $45.55. Shipping is free (ships from within the United States).
  • Note: Price may fluctuate slightly due to currency conversion. If it says it cannot ship to your location, please make sure you have correct address added in your profile. Also, sometimes pasting codes errors, so you may need to type it out.
Thanks to Deal Editor RevOne for sharing this deal.

Available Colors:
  • Glacier Blue
  • Black
  • Purple
Specs:
  • Compact 2.8" 640 x 480 IPS display (4:3 aspect ratio, non-touchscreen)
  • Allwinner A133 Plus chipset Processor + IMG PowerVR GE8300 Graphics
  • 2GB DDR4 RAM Memory
  • Dual micro SD card slots (1x 64GB card w/ 9K games included)
  • 2.4GHz 802.11n Wi-Fi 4
  • 2x USB-C ports (1x charging / 1x OTG)
  • Stereo speakers, 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Hall Effect analog joysticks
  • Android 10 operating system
  • 2900mAh Li-polymer battery (approx. 7-9 hours)

Editor's Notes

Written by SaltyOne | Staff
  • About this Store:
    • Ampown Local Store via AliExpress has a 4.7 out of 5 store rating with 97.4% positive customer reviews based on over 425 ratings.
    • This product qualifies for free returns within 90 days after the item is delivered.
    • AliExpress Commitment means $1.00 coupon code if delayed, or refund if package lost, items damaged, no delivery in 30 days.
    • Refer to AliExpress's Return Policy here.
  • Additional Information:
    • Please see the original post for additional details and/or view the Wiki and forum comments for further helpful discussion if available.

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Quote from WeezyWham View quoted comment :
trash cpu can get a ambernic
WDYM? The MagicX Mini Zero 28 has the Allwinner A133P, same as the Trimui Brick. And almost every single Anbernic device in this price bracket (under $80 USD) has the same recycled Allwinner H700 which is actually weaker than the A113P.
I suspect you might be comparing this to the T820 series of Anbernic devices (RG406H, RG556, RG Cube, etc) which are much more powerful + capable of PS2 emulation, but they cost 3x the price of this of average. So not exactly a fair comparison.
At $49, this seems like a pretty decent deal. Its main PROs + differentiating factor seems to be it's build quality/controls/speakers/screen is considerably above average for the price, it's smaller size, and that it runs Android (most devices in this price range run Linux) which is a good/bad thing depending on user preference (Linux is easier to configure initially but harder to customize long term, plus no android app support). The biggest downside I could spot is Custom Firmware support has been generally lacking compared to Anbernic (thanks to them recycling the H700 over so many devices, they have MANY CFW options)
Probably a decent first handheld or if you're someone who just wants to buy it to play games. Albeit if you are someone who likes to spend more time tinkering than actually playing, the lack of CFW options might be dissapointing.
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Jul 20, 2025 10:53 PM
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what595654Jul 20, 2025 10:53 PM
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I think even retro handheld enthusiast would complain about the screen being too small. There are larger screen handhelds that can still fit in your pocket, if that is what you are after.
Jul 20, 2025 11:17 PM
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matdaveJul 20, 2025 11:17 PM
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Quote from what595654 View quoted comment :
I think even retro handheld enthusiast would complain about the screen being too small. There are larger screen handhelds that can still fit in your pocket, if that is what you are after.
It's about the same size as the GBA screen and I've played that for 20 years. Some stuff won't work great, but a lot of old games have large print to compensate for crappy TVs
Jul 20, 2025 11:25 PM
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that_90s_guyJul 20, 2025 11:25 PM
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Quote from what595654 View quoted comment :
I think even retro handheld enthusiast would complain about the screen being too small. There are larger screen handhelds that can still fit in your pocket, if that is what you are after.
I dunno, I think I would consider myself one? I've bought at least a dozen total in the last 3 years. And I totally see the use case of this being a solid EDC middle ground worth buying as both first option, or complementing other larger handhelds.
Unlike micro handhelds that are too uncomfortable to play (RG nano) or see due to the small screen (Trim UI Smart). Or larger 4" handhelds that are pocketable but still large and heavy enough for you to second guess taking it to some places (RG40XX)
I'd buy this if I didn't own other mini 3" handhelds like the Miyoo Mini v4, Brick, and RG28XX
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bearstampedeJul 21, 2025 12:00 AM
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Quote from that_90s_guy View quoted comment :
WDYM? The MagicX Mini Zero 28 has the Allwinner A133P, same as the Trimui Brick. And almost every single Anbernic device in this price bracket (under $80 USD) has the same recycled Allwinner H700 which is actually weaker than the A113P.I suspect you might be comparing this to the T820 series of Anbernic devices (RG406H, RG556, RG Cube, etc) which are much more powerful + capable of PS2 emulation, but they cost 3x the price of this of average. So not exactly a fair comparison.At $49, this seems like a pretty decent deal. Its main PROs + differentiating factor seems to be it's build quality/controls/speakers/screen is considerably above average for the price, it's smaller size, and that it runs Android (most devices in this price range run Linux) which is a good/bad thing depending on user preference (Linux is easier to configure initially but harder to customize long term, plus no android app support). The biggest downside I could spot is Custom Firmware support has been generally lacking compared to Anbernic (thanks to them recycling the H700 over so many devices, they have MANY CFW options)Probably a decent first handheld or if you're someone who just wants to buy it to play games. Albeit if you are someone who likes to spend more time tinkering than actually playing, the lack of CFW options might be dissapointing.
Thank you for your service, fellow autist. ('-'ゞ
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Jul 21, 2025 2:10 AM
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corvair64Jul 21, 2025 2:10 AM
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Is it sold out? I don't see a place order button. I'm trying to pay with Google pay

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Jul 21, 2025 5:28 AM
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RAQemUPJul 21, 2025 5:28 AM
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Quote from corvair64 View quoted comment :
Is it sold out? I don't see a place order button. I'm trying to pay with Google pay
I can add any color to cart and buy ATM through the app. This is a good device. I have the older model (magicx xu mini m) and love the form factor. This one has a better CPU and has android (non-touchscreen).

Just keep in mind the screen is tiny. It's great to just have in pocket when on the go for quick plays, but for longer periods like playing mostly at home or a desk at work, get something with a bigger screen.
Last edited by RAQemUP July 20, 2025 at 10:40 PM.
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BoomSchtickJul 21, 2025 1:02 PM
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Quote from LavenderPickle7682 View quoted comment :
Be careful with these. Heard in the news that a reviewer of these got arrested because the authorities assumed they had "fell-off-the-back-of-a-truck" copies of games.

Don't be surprised if you get a knock in the future after buying these devices which have no other legit use than playing....what do the kids call them....romhacks? homebrew? Yeah, sure, uh huh, gotcha.
He's a YouTuber with a lot of views and someone wanted to make an example of him. No one is going to hunt you down for ordering one of these. That's just FUD.
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rjgspiderJul 21, 2025 1:28 PM
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Quote from LavenderPickle7682 View quoted comment :
Be careful with these. Heard in the news that a reviewer of these got arrested because the authorities assumed they had "fell-off-the-back-of-a-truck" copies of games. Don't be surprised if you get a knock in the future after buying these devices which have no other legit use than playing....what do the kids call them....romhacks? homebrew? Yeah, sure, uh huh, gotcha.
I'm going to go out on a limb here and say most of us here aren't YouTubers and most of us don't live in Italy. 🤷🏻 ♂️
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LavenderPickle7682Jul 21, 2025 2:23 PM
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Quote from rjgspider View quoted comment :
I'm going to go out on a limb here and say most of us here aren't YouTubers and most of us don't live in Italy. 🤷🏻 ♂️
Do you exactly feel comfortable with how things are being run elsewhere? Remember, these devices have no seemingly legit use outside of yo-ho-yo-ho'ing it.
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LavenderPickle7682Jul 21, 2025 2:30 PM
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Quote from BoomSchtick View quoted comment :
He's a YouTuber with a lot of views and someone wanted to make an example of him. No one is going to hunt you down for ordering one of these. That's just FUD.
They're never going to come for you. Hasn't happened once in the entirety of history. It's always someone else. You have nothing to worry about, carry on citizen.
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zbox4211Jul 21, 2025 3:12 PM
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Quote from LavenderPickle7682 View quoted comment :
Be careful with these. Heard in the news that a reviewer of these got arrested because the authorities assumed they had "fell-off-the-back-of-a-truck" copies of games. Don't be surprised if you get a knock in the future after buying these devices which have no other legit use than playing....what do the kids call them....romhacks? homebrew? Yeah, sure, uh huh, gotcha.
Very little of this is true.
He was not arrested. Police showed up at his house with a search warrant and seized several devices. The charges are not yet known and won't be known until they finish their investigation (per Italian law). Also from what I've been reading, this youtuber frequently referred to/linked to sources of ROMs, which we all know is never a good idea.
We don't have all the details yet, however we can all be sure that no one is going to come to your house for buying a $46 android device from AliExpress. Also, these are computers that can run all sorts of software, not just playing emulators (though yes that is absolutely what everyone uses them for, but they CAN be used for other purposes).

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andimsoniceJul 21, 2025 3:48 PM
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Quote from that_90s_guy View quoted comment :
WDYM? The MagicX Mini Zero 28 has the Allwinner A133P, same as the Trimui Brick. And almost every single Anbernic device in this price bracket (under $80 USD) has the same recycled Allwinner H700 which is actually weaker than the A113P.I suspect you might be comparing this to the T820 series of Anbernic devices (RG406H, RG556, RG Cube, etc) which are much more powerful + capable of PS2 emulation, but they cost 3x the price of this of average. So not exactly a fair comparison.At $49, this seems like a pretty decent deal. Its main PROs + differentiating factor seems to be it's build quality/controls/speakers/screen is considerably above average for the price, it's smaller size, and that it runs Android (most devices in this price range run Linux) which is a good/bad thing depending on user preference (Linux is easier to configure initially but harder to customize long term, plus no android app support). The biggest downside I could spot is Custom Firmware support has been generally lacking compared to Anbernic (thanks to them recycling the H700 over so many devices, they have MANY CFW options)Probably a decent first handheld or if you're someone who just wants to buy it to play games. Albeit if you are someone who likes to spend more time tinkering than actually playing, the lack of CFW options might be dissapointing.
I know little to nothing about these devices, but am a huge fan of the marvel vs capcom games. If you have the time could you recommend a device for me that is int he $100 budget and will be easy enough for a newbie like me to setup?
Thank you in advance kind soul!

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