Update: This popular deal is still available.
Coopreme USA Store via AliExpress has
128GB Retroid Pocket 5 Handheld Game Console (Black) on sale for $188.88 - $23 when you apply promo code
VUSDEAL23 at checkout =
$165.88.
Shipping is free.
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Product Details:
- Snapdragon 865 Processor
- 5.5" 1080p OLED 500nits Display
- 8GB LPDDR4x RAM
- 128GB UFS 3.1 Internal Storage
- Wi-Fi 6 + Bluetooth 5.1
- Android 13 OS
- 5,000mAh built-in battery
Top Comments
Expect to dedicate 30-60 minutes to getting it set up assuming you already have your games backed up and ready to load.
Check out retrogamecorp on YouTube for some good guides on getting it set up.
Community Reviews
The Retroid Pocket 5 is a compact Android retro handheld that stands out for strong emulation at its price, especially PS2, GameCube, Wii, and much of the Switch library, with some light Steam and Android gaming possible too. The 5.5 inch OLED screen, larger controls, and clean black design are recurring highlights, and newer batches appear to ship with 12GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. Setup takes some tinkering, and the device is not truly pocketable. The small screen and 60Hz streaming latency are the main drawbacks, and more demanding Xbox or PlayStation 3 gaming still calls for a pricier handheld.
Common Questions (5)
It is not truly pocketable, so most people will want a bag, sling, or backpack for transport. The 5.5-inch screen and larger controls are praised for usability, but several users find the display small for older eyes and prefer larger-screen handhelds for comfort.
It can handle PS2 and GameCube well, with many users reporting strong Wii performance and a large chunk of the Switch library. More demanding Xbox, PS3, and some Switch titles can be hit-or-miss, and heavier PC/Steam games are only a bonus on this 865-based device.
Recent units are reportedly shipping with 12GB RAM, and multiple buyers confirmed receiving 12GB models. Older listing pages may not have specified the memory amount, but current batches appear to have moved to 12GB.
It does not come with games. It ships as a blank Android handheld with preloaded emulators, and you load your own ROMs; it can also run Android games from the Play Store and act as a streaming device.
The RP5 is commonly used at 60Hz, but recent batches reportedly include a 120Hz OLED panel. Firmware and calibration are the limiting factors, and tools like PULSE can switch supported units to 120Hz.
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This was top of the line at this size 2 years ago. Something will be much better than the 6 in 2 years.
By all means if you'll use the extra power then spend more. But don't expect to future proof here - buy for what you actually plan on using in the next 1-2 years.
Recent ebay sales are all over, but it looks like you can get ~$100-120 for a 476. So in theory I get an additional 4gb and an updated processor (that is a bit long in tooth but still works) for ~$40-50
But the RP5 is still a great device at that price.
Recent ebay sales are all over, but it looks like you can get ~$100-120 for a 476. So in theory I get an additional 4gb and an updated processor (that is a bit long in tooth but still works) for ~$40-50
Well, the 12gig Thor sells for over $400 now new and frequently goes out of stock/has long wait times. I don't find it hard to believe you could sell it used for enough to buy a $250 RP6.
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I used to own an Odin 3 Max, but I ended up selling it because my eyes hurt from playing on the small screen.
Now I have a Portal 2 and an ROG Ally X, both with 7-inch screens.
I'm hoping the Portal 3 comes with an 8.4-inch screen, that would be even better.
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