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Anbernic RG Slide Retro Gaming Android Handheld Console (black)

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Anbernic US Local Store via AliExpress has Anbernic RG Slide Retro Gaming Android Handheld Console (black) on sale for $119.47 - $18 (apply promo code 18USDEALSS at checkout) = $101.47. Shipping is free.
  • Note: Price may fluctuate slightly with currency exchange rates. You must be signed into your AliExpress account and have your address added to add items to your cart and place an order. You may have to manually type in the promo code to apply it at checkout. This item ships from a USA warehouse. For expedited customer service, please email [email protected].
Thanks to Deal Editor RevOne for finding this deal.

Features:
  • Sliding 4.7" 1280 x 960 120Hz IPS touchscreen display (4:3 aspect ratio)
  • Unisoc Tiger T820 Chipset (same as the RG Cube, RG556, RG406V, RG406H, and RG476H)
  • 8GB LPDDR4X RAM
  • 128GB UFS 2.2 internal storage
  • microSD card slot (supports up to 2TB cards)
  • High resolution, anti-magnetic joysticks
  • Six-Axis Gyroscope Sensor
  • 802.11ac WiFi + Bluetooth 5.0
  • High fidelity speakers
  • 5000mAh battery
  • USB-C port w/ Video Out support
  • Android 13
  • Can emulate up to PS2 & GameCube (not the full libraries, but a wide array); as well as some Nintendo 3DS.

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Written by megakimcheelove | Staff
  • This offer is $21.75 lower (18% savings) than previous Front Page deal.
  • This item is rate 4.5/5 (171 Reviews)
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion. 

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Anbernic US Local Store via AliExpress has Anbernic RG Slide Retro Gaming Android Handheld Console (black) on sale for $119.47 - $18 (apply promo code 18USDEALSS at checkout) = $101.47. Shipping is free.
  • Note: Price may fluctuate slightly with currency exchange rates. You must be signed into your AliExpress account and have your address added to add items to your cart and place an order. You may have to manually type in the promo code to apply it at checkout. This item ships from a USA warehouse. For expedited customer service, please email [email protected].
Thanks to Deal Editor RevOne for finding this deal.

Features:
  • Sliding 4.7" 1280 x 960 120Hz IPS touchscreen display (4:3 aspect ratio)
  • Unisoc Tiger T820 Chipset (same as the RG Cube, RG556, RG406V, RG406H, and RG476H)
  • 8GB LPDDR4X RAM
  • 128GB UFS 2.2 internal storage
  • microSD card slot (supports up to 2TB cards)
  • High resolution, anti-magnetic joysticks
  • Six-Axis Gyroscope Sensor
  • 802.11ac WiFi + Bluetooth 5.0
  • High fidelity speakers
  • 5000mAh battery
  • USB-C port w/ Video Out support
  • Android 13
  • Can emulate up to PS2 & GameCube (not the full libraries, but a wide array); as well as some Nintendo 3DS.

Editor's Notes

Written by megakimcheelove | Staff
  • This offer is $21.75 lower (18% savings) than previous Front Page deal.
  • This item is rate 4.5/5 (171 Reviews)
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion. 

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I don't have the RG556 or RG Slide; but I do own the RG406H (same chipset as both). That handheld has been able to handle pretty much every N64, Dreamcast and PSP game I've thrown at it, with rare exception.

For GameCube - using the latest version of Dolphin emulator from the Google Play Store - a good 75% of what I've tried has been solid. With PS2, roughly 70% using NetherSX2 v2.2n Net Dev Build from GitHub [github.com] (there may be an even newer NetherSX2 release out, not sure though).
I haven't tried myself, but people have gotten some Wii and 3DS games working on these Unisoc T820 devices; however - temper your expectations with those systems. Think of any games you can get working from those systems as a bonus.

Of course, there's also GameNative (lightweight PC games you own on Steam, GOG, Epic Games, and Amazon Prime Gaming), game streaming (Xbox Game Pass / GeForce Now - better w/ the 16:9 screen on the RG556 vs. the 4:3 screen on the RG406H), and compatible Android games from the Google Play Store.

Check out this Retro Catalog page [retrocatalog.com] (under the Emulation Performance section) and see a few reviews on YouTube Smilie

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There are also a few RG556's in blue for $112.59 after code 18USDEALSS from Anbernic Stateside Store [aliexpress.us] (U.S.-based shipping), if anyone is interested.

If you're technically inclined, research flashing Gamma OS custom firmware to help with alleviating the cardinal snapping (joysticks) when using the stock Anbernic operating system. Guide: https://youtu.be/dosZwILXmvs?si=aEAhconeiQMRbND8
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FYI, the RG Rotate is also about $80 after coupons. Ships on the slow boat from China though...ordered that one. I considered the Slide too as it is super cool but realistically do not have a niche to justify in my use case.

P.S. Thanks RevOne Wink
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UnXpectedErrorJun 02, 2026 12:12 AM
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This is a pretty awesome handheld for that kind of money.
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Quote from RevOne :
There are also a few RG556's in blue for $112.59 after code 18USDEALSS from Anbernic Stateside Store [aliexpress.us] (U.S.-based shipping), if anyone is interested.

If you're technically inclined, research flashing Gamma OS custom firmware to help with alleviating the cardinal snapping (joysticks) when using the stock Anbernic operating system. Check YouTube and Github.
What systems can it play?
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StinktoothJun 02, 2026 12:56 AM
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I bought this last time. I like it well enough, but the included emulators are pretty out of date. I think my retroarch was like 1.20.xx. I don't remember exactly, but it was the version just before they included black frame insertion which I want since the Slide has a 120hz screen. I also enjoy 4:3 content like old shows and cartoons on this device. The speakers aren't great, but at least they are forward facing unlike the RG Rotate. I also appreciate the headphone jack.

edit; also wanted to mention the thickness. It's not too bad, but it's about as thick as a VHS tape.
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Quote from Stinktooth :
I bought this last time. I like it well enough, but the included emulators are pretty out of date. I think my retroarch was like 1.20.xx. I don't remember exactly, but it was the version just before they included black frame insertion which I want since the Slide has a 120hz screen. I also enjoy 4:3 content like old shows and cartoons on this device. The speakers aren't great, but at least they are forward facing unlike the RG Rotate. I also appreciate the headphone jack. edit; also wanted to mention the thickness. It's not too bad, but it's about as thick as a VHS tape.
Install GammaOS. It works great on it. BFI is a toggle in the android quick settings with the OS. Plus there's a performance bump vs stock android.
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Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank RevOne

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What systems can it play?
I don't have the RG556 or RG Slide; but I do own the RG406H (same chipset as both). That handheld has been able to handle pretty much every N64, Dreamcast and PSP game I've thrown at it, with rare exception.

For GameCube - using the latest version of Dolphin emulator from the Google Play Store - a good 75% of what I've tried has been solid. With PS2, roughly 70% using NetherSX2 v2.2n Net Dev Build from GitHub [github.com] (there may be an even newer NetherSX2 release out, not sure though).
I haven't tried myself, but people have gotten some Wii and 3DS games working on these Unisoc T820 devices; however - temper your expectations with those systems. Think of any games you can get working from those systems as a bonus.

Of course, there's also GameNative (lightweight PC games you own on Steam, GOG, Epic Games, and Amazon Prime Gaming), game streaming (Xbox Game Pass / GeForce Now - better w/ the 16:9 screen on the RG556 vs. the 4:3 screen on the RG406H), and compatible Android games from the Google Play Store.

Check out this Retro Catalog page [retrocatalog.com] (under the Emulation Performance section) and see a few reviews on YouTube Smilie
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Quote from RevOne :

I don't have the RG556 or RG Slide; but I do own the RG406H (same chipset as both). That handheld has been able to handle pretty much every N64, Dreamcast and PSP game I've thrown at it, with rare exception.

For GameCube - using the latest version of Dolphin emulator from the Google Play Store - a good 75% of what I've tried has been solid. With PS2, roughly 70% using NetherSX2 v2.2n Net Dev Build from GitHub [github.com] (there may be an even newer NetherSX2 release out, not sure though).
I haven't tried myself, but people have gotten some Wii and 3DS games working on these Unisoc T820 devices; however - temper your expectations with those systems. Think of any games you can get working from those systems as a bonus.

Of course, there's also GameNative (lightweight PC games you own on Steam, GOG, Epic Games, and Amazon Prime Gaming), game streaming (Xbox Game Pass / GeForce Now - better w/ the 16:9 screen on the RG556 vs. the 4:3 screen on the RG406H), and compatible Android games from the Google Play Store.

Check out this Retro Catalog page [retrocatalog.com] (under the Emulation Performance section) and see a few reviews on YouTube Smilie
Thanks so much, for the info.
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So, which brand of games does this take? Only Android store? Digital Nintendos? I don't see a CD or cartridge slot mentioned, just a slide out paddle.
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Quote from LavenderPickle7682 :
So, which brand of games does this take? Only Android store? Digital Nintendos? I don't see a CD or cartridge slot mentioned, just a slide out paddle.
It's an android handheld intended to run emulators. There is a lot to explain here if you aren't familiar with these, but effectively you can download ROMs (full copies of games) from various sources for just about any platform in existence, and there is an emulator for basically every system ever released. These aren't officially supported by Sega, Nintendo, Sony or any of the other original device makers. Nintendo is openly hostile towards emulation. You're going to need to follow online guides like YouTube videos to get these working, as it's not as simple as a CD or cartridge.

This all takes a bit of tinkering to perfect, and Anbernic usually provides some emulators out of the box, (and Rom sets depending on the handheld, and they will state how many) but ultimately this handheld is capable of emulating anything up to Dreamcast very well. PS2 and Gamecube will be playable here depending on the game and the tweaks, but around 1/4 of those libraries will either be unplayable, play below native framerates, or require individual tweaks to get working.

The next step up in processing power would be chipsets liek the Dimensity 8300 in the Anbernic RG477m / 477v, or the Snapdragon 865 in the Retroid Pocket 5. Those handhelds can play nearly 100% of PS2 and Gamecube releases, but they are usually $200 handhelds.
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Quote from LavenderPickle7682 :
So, which brand of games does this take? Only Android store? Digital Nintendos? I don't see a CD or cartridge slot mentioned, just a slide out paddle.
Nice to see you in yet another retro handheld thread Wink
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Quote from ghostfreckle :
Thanks so much, for the info.
To add to what RevOne stated, 3DS runs great as well. You just have a single screen so the best use case are games which do not need both screens at the same time. Which isn't a lot really, most games only use the lower display for maps, inventory, etc so flipping screens to glance at those tends to be second nature anyway since any other system would not have dual screens to begin with. Games like Contra 4, which need both screens at the same time would be (IMO) less than playable though.
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so hard to tell the size of this thing. there is nothing to scale
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Quote from Obese_ICEagent :
so hard to tell the size of this thing. there is nothing to scale
https://i.ytimg.com/vi/yGGWWz6qTG...efault.jpg (For reference that's from an American youtube channel and the gentleman who makes those videos appears a very average size westerner)

https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/fd/...-LOTR.webp

https://i.ytimg.com/vi/255tXH5dua...9J8qpHb9Iw

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