Just as we completed writing concerning the reveal of the smaller GKD Mini Plus, they then reveal on the identical livestream the larger and higher GKD Mini Plus Classic.

GKD are eager to make a comeback, after a protracted wait they’ve now revealed not one, however two new handhelds.

The GKD Mini Classic appears to be the bigger vertical handheld, with a extra premium look, two further analogue sticks and the identical RK3566 chip.

It’s possible they noticed the success of the RG351V and wished a chunk of the pie. In all honesty, it’s about time vertical handheld got here to compete!

GKD Mini Plus Classic Specifications

• 3.5″ Display (640 x 480)
• 1.8Ghz RK3566 CPU
• 3000MAH Battery
• USB-C Charging
• Two Micro SD Card Slots
• Headphone Jack

What’s new?

Well, every thing! This is a model new handheld designed with the Gameboy Color in thoughts. In their livestream they didn’t present a working unit, the truth is they might solely present the prototype mould, and so they in contrast the sizing with the Gameboy Color.

Positioning two analogue sticks on the backside of the gadget is odd and intensely uncomfortable, however many are doing it this yr, so it appears like GKD has adopted.

In phrases of specs, it’s virtually an identical to their not too long ago revealed GKD Mini Plus, however as an alternative it has been redesigned in a bigger, sharper shell with what appears like a detachable battery and the identical tiny shoulder buttons.

The design (with out the position of the sticks) appears extremely glossy, and I really like the addition of the sharp corners and a cartridge look-a-like on the again that claims “hello”.

I’m not solely certain what the three means on the entrance, however you may inform the design is impressed by the unique GKD Mini in some ways, it’s as if its developed into a bigger kind.

The GKD Mini Plus Classic remains to be in early growth, however might doubtlessly launch earlier than the tip of the yr. The vertical market is actually beneath served at this second in time, so seeing a brand new competitor on the scene is thrilling.

I simply hope that they’ll value it appropriately and get it shipped in an inexpensive period of time. With older GKD merchandise, they launched them on Kickstarter so it might be possible that that’s the route they go along with this one.

As of now there’s not a lot details about this gadget other than the screenshots you’ve gotten seen above, control their web site for extra particulars.

We will replace this text with extra info as soon as we obtain it.

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