In at this time’s completely unsurprising information, Anbernic has launched one other emulation console to the general public: The RG35XX.

The solely shocking half is the title, maybe. “Let’s call it the RG… ah, whatever…”

We’ve seen the RG35XX over the previous few months in teasers launched by Anbernic themselves, and from a number of the common of us who get early entry to Chinese handhelds.

And the RG35XX was clearly supposed to be competitors to the Miyoo Mini, which was a fan favourite for the 12 months of 2022.

In reality, the group had simply been calling this console the “Anbernic Mini”.

With the large recognition of the Miyoo Mini, we anticipated to see console makers aiming to be the subsequent goto mini emulator of the vacations.

The Miyoos have been promoting out as quick as they will make them.

If it weren’t for Anbernic’s busy launch schedule, they most likely would have executed themselves a favor releasing the RG35XX a month or two earlier.

Can Anbernic get a bit of the motion this near Christmas? Or are they late to the get together?

Before we determine whether or not or not this factor is a success or a miss, let’s see what Anbernic is definitely providing.

RG35XX Features

Taking a have a look at the simplified button setup of the RG35XX, we all know we aren’t going to be enjoying PS1, PSP, N64, Dreamcast, Game Cube, and so forth.

This factor is made for retro gaming of the 8 to 32 bit eras.

Which is precisely what I take advantage of my emulators for, so this factor has the potential to be good for anyone like myself.

Pairing the marginally smaller kind issue (compared to earlier fashions just like the RG353V or RG351V) with much less buttons means you’re gonna get fairly comfy dealing with.

The foremost letdown with the RG353V was that it had extra buttons than it wanted, and it really damage my palms to play.

Thankfully, I’d think about the RG35XX feeling fairly good in your palms.

And let’s discuss this “mini” half…

Though the brand new RG35XX will not be fairly as small because the Miyoo Mini, it’s definitely one of many smaller consoles to be launched this 12 months.

It nonetheless has the identical 3.5 inch display that we’ve seen on fairly just a few current Anbernic releases.

And that’s a great factor, as that is seemingly the proper measurement and dimensions for retro video games.

In comparability, the Miyoo Mini has a 2.8-inch IPS show, which is simply too small for my part.

For customers like myself who have a tendency to stay to Game Boy and SNES emulation, the RG35XX is probably the proper backpack companion.

And it sits in that good vary of small, however not too small.

RG35XX Pros

Before I neglect to say it; there’s one facet of the RG35XX that additionally deserves quite a lot of consideration and respect: HDMI video out.

I do know this can be a function generally missed, particularly for these shopping for handheld emulators for gaming on the go.

But I completely cherished this function in my RG353M, and it’s unimaginable for somebody like myself who tends to journey rather a lot.

Keep a mini HDMI converter in your bag and you may sport on any tv whereas touring.

This is a beneficial function in a handheld emulation console, and the truth that it’s included on this new simplified and minimized console is fairly cool.

But more often than not, you’re gonna be enjoying this console in handheld mode, so that you’d higher like what you’re …

And the RG35XX does occur to be a reasonably good trying console.

It’s acquired quite a lot of the very best options of the RG351V, whereas simplifying and honoring the basic Game Boy consoles we love.

Though Anbernic has not been identified to ship many colorways choices as of late, they did give us some fairly nice choices for this retro handheld console:

Clear with black buttons, clear purple with darkish gray buttons, and opaque grey with black and burgundy buttons.

All very clearly drawing their inspiration from the unique Game Boy and Game Boy Pocket lineup. Which is ideal, in my e book.

I simply want they supplied extra coloration choices. And steel. Always.

But if I’m being trustworthy, the extra I speak in regards to the RG35XX the higher it sounds.

So for the sake of argument, let’s discuss what’s NOT to love in regards to the RG35XX:

RG35XX Cons

The primary con for me is gonna be these triggers.

These are a brand new design that they’ve tried on this and the RG353V, and I’m not a fan in any respect.

They really feel bizarre, they’re manner too delicate, and so they rattle.

Like the Miyoo Mini, individuals have made substitute set off buttons to enhance on the design. But we shouldn’t have to enhance a model new console on day one.

The solely different main con I can consider is that Anbernic determined to not share their supply code with builders to permit for third get together Linux working programs on the RG35XX.

No thought why they’d try this, however they determined they’d created such an ideal OS that they don’t want to permit for choices.

Well they’re flawed and this can be a big cause a few of us extra skilled customers might maintain out on our orders.

Like their determination to not embody the Google retailer on the RG505, they might understand how a lot this will damage gross sales and alter their minds.

But for now this factor is locked with their OS and people dang triggers.

Besides these apparent points, the console really appears fairly nice and looks like one thing I’d certainly need in my lineup.

Time will inform.

Also, Anbernic… simply begin making extra coloration choices. Only 3? Come on!

Now that we acquired these potential cons out of the way in which, let’s have a look at the precise specs of this factor:

RG35XX Specs

• CPU: quad-core ARM Cortex-A9
• GPU: Quad-core PowerVR SGX544MP GPU
• RAM: DDR3 256MB
• Screen: 3.5-inch IPS (640×480)
• OS: Proprietary Linux (at present no different choices obtainable)
• Battery: 2100 mAh for round 5 hours
• Charging: USB-C 5V/1.5A, assist C2C charger
• Connectivity: 2.4G wi-fi gamepad and wired gamepad connection, HDMI output TV
• Console Size: Length 11.7cm x Width 8.1cm x Height 2.0cm
• Console Weight: 0.165 kg
• Colorways: Clear, Transparent Purple, Gray

The Anbernic RG35XX has an early hen value of $49.99usd. But when you occur to overlook the 48 hour window for that, it solely goes as much as $55.99usd.

Also remember that the free transport all of us have grown used to with our Chinese consoles is now not legitimate by Anbernic. So count on to pay one other $15-20 all in.

Still, 70 bucks for an emulator this stunning and this succesful will not be dangerous in any respect. In reality… I’m fairly pleased with Anbernic for this value level.

Conclusion

Like we’ve talked about many occasions on this article, the RG35XX is being setup as direct competitors to the Miyoo Mini.

So pricing the console at the same worth means potential consumers simply have to decide on primarily based on which they assume seems the best.

I hate to say it, however I feel the Anbernic seems higher. And it’s a greater measurement.

The Miyoo is simply too small for my tastes.

And of the 2, Anbernic’s new bezel-free display on the RG35XX and it’s buttons additionally seem like one thing I’d get pleasure from.

Whatever your reasoning is, you now have a reasonably sturdy contender for finest mini(ish) emulator to maintain on you always.

I like to recommend the Anbernic Mini… I imply RG35XX… when you’re somebody who doesn’t need quite a lot of buttons and desires a dependable emulator to play Game Boy, Sega Genesis, Nintendo, Super Nintendo. The important retro stuff.

With Anbernic taking each shot they will in 2022, we’d need to say that the RG35XX is considered one of their higher choices.

I hate to confess it, however early impressions on this one are trying good.

Anthony has been a online game lover ever since he can bear in mind. He grew to become a fulltime nomad in 2018, residing all through most of Asia. He centered his ardour in retro gaming and started making a sport for the Game Boy Color whereas residing in Nara, Japan in the course of the 2020 pandemic. He is now in Chiang Mai, Thailand, the place he spends most of his time gaming, occurring lengthy walks and assembly as many stray canines as doable.