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Best Android handheld gaming console 2023
Best Android handheld gaming console 2023

There are many Android handheld gaming console to buy, but which are the best for budget, price vs performance and all out fastest? We will be putting six of them against each other in design, technical specifications, benchmarks, included software and the final showdown of PSP emulation performance.

Best Android handheld gaming consoles

Retroid Pocket Flip

Retroid Pocket Flip review video

The Retroid Pocket Flip is the latest model of Android handheld gaming consoles from Retroid. Its clamshell design offers excellent protection and comes in Sport Red, Black, 16Bit US, Indigo, and Watermelon themed colors. Powered by an eight-core ARM Cortex CPU, with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage (expandable via micro SD), gamers can enjoy a smooth gaming experience and store a large number of games.

This handheld device features pixel-perfect controls with dual hall effect sliders for accuracy and longevity. Its responsive D-Pad and double-injected molded buttons enhance gameplay on the Retroid Pocket Flip. The high-quality 4.7″ touchscreen display with excellent backlighting ensures an immersive gaming experience on the portable gaming console. Connectivity options include WiFi, Bluetooth 5.0, USB Type-C for fast charging, and a mini-HDMI output for TV or monitor connectivity.

Running on Android 11, the Retroid Pocket Flip provides access to the Play Store, allowing users to download and update the latest apps and games. It supports both retro and modern Android games, offering a versatile gaming experience across various consoles. With its powerful hardware, durable design, and extensive features, the Retroid Pocket Flip is an excellent choice for gamers seeking portable retro gaming enjoyment.

You can read our full Retroid Pocket Flip review here.

What we like!

  • Clamshell design
  • Great performance
  • Custom launcher & overlay software
  • Setup wizard
  • Google Play Store installed
  • HDMI Output

What we don’t like!

  • Shoulder buttons can be slightly obstructed by the top half of the case.

Anbernic RG505

The Anbernic RG505 is a high-performance Android handheld gaming console that combines accuracy, portability, and high-definition new generation handheld gaming. Available in Gray, Turquoise, and Yellow, it boasts a compact and lightweight design, measuring 7.4 x 3.4 x 0.7 inches and weighing 286g, making it highly portable and easily fitting into pockets or small bags.

Powered by the Unisoc Tiger T618 octa-core processor and Mali G52, the RG505 delivers excellent performance for demanding consoles. It comes with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage, expandable with the included 128GB Micro SD Card. The 4.95-inch OLED touch screen with a 960×544 resolution showcases vibrant colors and high detail, enhancing the visual experience.

With Android 12, the RG505 provides optimal performance and offers firmware updates for the latest features, including access to the Google Play Store. It supports WiFi 5 and Bluetooth 5.0 for fast and reliable wireless connectivity. The retro gaming handheld is compatible with over 25 classic gaming consoles and handhelds, allowing gamers to enjoy a wide range of retro games. With a 5000mAh rechargeable battery, it offers up to 8 hours of gameplay on a single charge.

The Anbernic RG505 is the ideal choice for gamers seeking a high-performance retro gaming handheld that combines portability, long battery life, and the ability to play games from various classic systems.

You can read our in-depth Anbernic RG505 review here.

What we like!

  • Fast Tiger T618 processor
  • Android 12 instead of 11
  • Google Play Store installed
  • Screen mapping software
  • Hall effect sensor analogue sticks

What we don’t like!

  • No HDMI output

Retroid Pocket 3+

The Retroid Pocket 3+ is a sleek Android handheld gaming console that offers a wide range of classic and newer generation console games in the palm of your hands. Powered by the Unisoc Tiger T618 octa-core processor and Mali G52 MC2, it delivers high performance while minimizing power consumption.

With 4GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage (expandable via Micro SD Card), the Retroid Pocket 3+ provides ample space for your gaming collection. Running on Android 11, it fully supports the Google Play Store, allowing for easy downloading of new apps and updates.

The built-in WiFi 5 and Bluetooth 5 ensure fast data transfer for downloads and online gaming through compatible software like RetroArch. The console also features HDMI output for connecting it to a TV or monitor for a larger gaming experience. With a useful frontend for organizing your gaming collection and a convenient overlay with access to commonly used functions and screen mapping software, the Retroid Pocket 3+ offers a user-friendly interface on the compact gaming device.

While excelling in running retro gaming systems up to the fifth generation, such as the PS1, the Retroid Pocket 3+ also supports some newer consoles, although performance may vary. For compatible systems, you can expect reliable performance and a great gaming experience on this handheld console.

You can read our Retroid Pocket 3+ review here.

What we like!

  • Great performance
  • Custom launcher & overlay software
  • Setup wizard
  • Google Play Store installed
  • HDMI Output

What we don’t like!

Anbernic RG353M

The Anbernic RG353M is a stylish and high-performance Android handheld gaming console that offers reliability in a sleek aluminum alloy case. Powered by the RK3566 quad-core Cortex-A55 CPU, it runs up to 1.8GHz and features 2GB of LPDDR4 RAM and 32GB of internal storage for Android 11 OS. It also comes with a separate 16GB card for Linux OS and a 64GB card for game file storage.

Measuring just 5.07 x 2.7 x 0.62 inches and weighing 232 grams, the RG353M is highly portable and easily fits into pockets or small bags. Its 3.5″ IPS multi-touch screen with a 640×480 resolution is ideal for retro gaming, and it includes dual analog sticks and gaming buttons for precise control and accuracy.

The Anbernic RG353M supports a variety of classic game consoles from the 1970s to modern times. The Linux OS combines Emulation Station and RetroArch to offer a wide range of gaming options, while the Android OS provides access to a broader selection of computers and consoles.

Equipped with WiFi connectivity, the Anbernic RG353M allows online multiplayer gaming with compatible games and systems. It also includes mini-HDMI output for connecting to a TV and playing games on a larger screen. Moreover, on the Android OS, you can install downloaded apps over the internet for additional functionality.

You can read our detailed Anbernic RG353M review here.

What we like!

  • Metal case looks premium quality
  • Dual Boot Android & Linux
  • HDMI Output

What we don’t like!

  • Android side of the OS feels a bit unfinished compared to the newer Anbernic Android models.
  • No google play store support unless you use workarounds.

Android handheld gaming console comparison

Technical Specifications Comparison

Retroid Pocket FlipAnbernic RG505Retroid Pocket 3+Anbernic RG353M
SIZE/WEIGHT5.4 x 3.2 x 0.9 inches (13.9 x 8.2 x 2.5 cm) closed, 270g7.4 x 3.4 x 0.7 in (18.9 x 8.7 x 1.8cm), 286g7.2 x 3.1 x 0.9 in (18.4 x 8.1 x 2.4 cm) / 230g5.07 x 2.7 x 0.62 in (14.5 x 7.05 x 1.59 cm) / 232g
CPUUnisoc Tiger T618 with 2x A75 @2.0GHz and 6x A55 @2.0GHzUnisoc Tiger T618 with 2x A75 @2.0GHz and 6x A55 @2.0GHzUnisoc Tiger T618 with 2x A75 @2.0GHz and 6x A55 @2.0GHzRK3566 quad core Cortex-A55 CPU, up to 1.8GHz
GPUMali G52 MC2 @850MHzMali G52 MC2 @850MHzMali G52 MC2 @850MHz
RAM4GB LPDDR4x 4GB LPDDR4x 4GB LPDDR4x 2GB LPDDR4
STORAGE128GB internal eMMC 5.1128GB internal eMMC 5.1128GB internal eMMC 5.132GB internal eMMC 5.1
DISPLAY4.7″ touch screen, 750×1334 (rotated)4.95” OLED touchscreen, 960X5444.7″ touch screen, 750×1334 (rotated)3.5” IPS touch screen, 640*480
OSAndroid 11Android 12Android 11Android 11 & Linux
BATTERY5000mAh

5000mAh Li-polymer4500mAh Li-polymer3,500 Li-polymer
PRICE$173.95$195.95$211.95$165.95
BUYHEREHEREHEREHERE

Benchmark Results Comparison

Retroid Pocket FlipAnbernic RG505Retroid Pocket 3+RG353M
ANTUTUN/A22997223275269015
GEEKBENCH382 / 1396370 / 1453382 / 1445125 /413
3DMARK (SLINGSHOT)221521642184755

Best Android handheld gaming consoles video

Best Android handheld gaming console

We will start with an overview of each Android handheld with links to the video and text reviews for them if you want to learn more about them.

Anbernic RG353P handheld gaming console

The Anbernic RG353P Android handheld gaming console measures around 6.8 x 3.1 x 0.7 inches (17.4 x 8 x 1.8 cm) and weighs 209 grams. It is available in two colours ; Grey and Black Transparent. 

It has your standard gaming controls along with a function button for easy menu access. Overall the RG353P handheld is very comfortable to hold, all of the buttons are in easy reach without having to adjust your hands.  

Anbernic RG353P retro gaming console
Anbernic RG353P retro gaming console

The RG353P features the RK3566 Quad-Core Cortex-A55 running up to 1.8GHz. There’s 2GB of LPDDR4 RAM and 32GB eMMC storage, with support for two micro SD cards.  

The display is a 3.5 inch IPS touchscreen with 640×480 resolution. It runs Android 11 and does also support dual boot to Linux OS. There is a mini HDMI to connect to a display and there is WiFi 5 and Bluetooth 4.2 support.  Powering the retro gaming console is a 3500mAh Li-polymer battery and in our tests we left it running on Antutu for 4 hours 55 minutes.

You can read our full RG353P review here.


Anbernic RG353V console

We recently reviewed the RG353V and RG353VS Anbernic consoles and they perform exactly the same. As this is Android only we are using the V model. It measures around 4.9 x 3.2 x 0.8 inches (12.6 x 8.3 x 2.1) and weighs 193g. There are a total of four colours; White, Black Transparent, Grey and Purple Transparent. 

It is the only vertical orientation Android handheld gaming console which manages to squeeze in all of the gaming controls including the function button. It does have two sets of buttons on the back. I found the inner two buttons awkward to press without either hitting the outer buttons, or having to adjust my hand position. 

Anbernic RG353V handheld game console
Anbernic RG353V handheld game console

The Anbernic RG353V handheld games console features the same specs as the RG353P but essentially in vertical orientation instead of horizontal.  The display is also a 3.5 inch touchscreen with a 640×480 resolution.  

The RG353V also supports dual boot with Android 11 and Linux OS. There is mini HDMI for output to a display and there is WiFi 5 and Bluetooth 4.2 support.  It runs on a slightly lower 3200mAh li-polymer battery and in our tests we left it running on Antutu for 3 hours 46 minutes.

You can read our full RG353V review here.


Anbernic RG552 handheld game console

Our final Anbernic handheld is the RG552. It measures 7.7 x 3.3 x 0.7 inches  (19.8 x 8.5 x 2.0 cm) and weighs 355g due to the heavier metal alloy case. There are two colours Bronze Grey and Black. 

Like the other two Anbernic models there are all the usual controls along with a function button. The inner two buttons are a little awkward to press, requiring you to move your hand and hook your finger to reach. 

Anbernic RG552 retro gaming console
Anbernic RG552 retro gaming console

The Anbernic RG552 handheld game console runs on the RK3399 Hexa-core processor running up to 1.8GHz, and has the Mali-T860 graphics. It has 4GB of LPDDR4 RAM and there is 64GB of eMMC storage with two micro SD card slots for additional storage. There is a 5.36 inch touchscreen 5:3 ratio with a 1920×1152 resolution. 

Dual boot between Android 11 and Linux OS is also supported. There is a mini HDMI port for connecting the RG552 to a display. There is WiFi 2.4Ghz support only, but you can use a WiFi dongle if you need 5GHz. It runs on two 3200mAh rechargeable batteries and we left it running on Antutu for 2 hours 41 minutes. It is one of the two models that have a fan inside and we measured 56dB with Antutu running.

You can read our full RG552 review here.


Retroid Pocket 2+ retro gaming console

The first of our Retroid handhelds is the Pocket 2+. It measures 5.9 x 3.1 x 0.98 inches (15 x 8 x 2.5 cm) and weighs 194 grams.. There are five colours available; 16 bit, Black, Indigo, Orange and Retro.  

It has your standard gaming controls but no clickable analogue sticks, although the above D-Pad and below gaming buttons configuration is popular amongst many. It is very comfortable to play on and you do not need to adjust your hands to reach any buttons. 

Retroid Pocket 2 Plus handheld console
Retroid Pocket 2 Plus handheld console

The Retroid Pocket 2+ Android games console features the ARM Unisoc Cortex A75 & A55 CPUs, running at 2.0 and 1.8GHz. It features the PowerVR GE8300 running at 800MHz for the graphics. There is 2GB LPDDR4x RAM and 32GB eMMC storage with one micro SD card slot for additional storage. 

It has a 3.5” touchscreen at 640×480 resolution. It runs on Android 9 and does not support dual boot. For wireless connectivity there is WiFi 5 and Bluetooth 5.0 support.  There is a 4000mAh rechargeable battery, and in our tests we got 5 hours 30 minutes with Antutu running on a loop.

You can read our full Retroid Pocket 2+ review here.


Retroid Pocket 3 Android game console

The Retroid Pocket 3 handheld games console measures around 7.2 x 3.1 x 0.9 inches (18.4 x 8.1 x 2.4 cm) and weighs around 230 grams. It is available in Black, Indigo, 16bit , Retro, White and Orange colours.  

Again it has all the gaming controls including for the first time in the series, clickable analogue sticks. The Retroid Pocket 3 handheld console is very comfortable to hold, but the SELECT & START button is in the most useless location ever, requiring you to properly move your hand to press either button. 

Retroid Pocket 3 Android Handheld Gaming Console
Retroid Pocket 3 Android Handheld Gaming Console

The Retroid Pocket 3 retro handheld game console shares many of the same specs as the Pocket 2+. There is however a choice of 2GB or 3GB RAM available with 64GB eMMC and one micro SD card slot for additional storage. It has a larger 4.7” touchscreen at 750×1334 rotated.  

The Pocket 3 runs on Android 11 and does not support dual boot. There is WiFi 5 and Bluetooth 5.0 for getting online. It has a  4000mAh rechargeable battery and we got a time of 5 hours and 2 minutes with Antutu running on a loop.

You can read our full Retroid Pocket 3 review here.


GPD XP+ Android handheld

Our last handheld is the latest in the GPD range of Android gaming devices, called the XP+.GPD are well known for in the past making the best Android consoles, will it continue? It measures 9.17 x 3.2 x 1.6 inches (23.3 cm 8.3 cm 4.1 cm) at its largest thickness including the grip. And it weighs 370 grams with the Xbox style modular controller attachment.  It is available in just the one colour scheme shown here. 

All the usual game controls are easy to reach and you can even swap out the right side for another part. We have never used the other and I doubt you will either. It is very comfortable to hold and does not feel as cramped as other gaming handhelds. 

GPD XP Plus Android gaming device
GPD XP Plus Android gaming device

The GPD XP+ Android handheld gaming console features the Dimensity 1200 8 core processor with a Mali G77 GPU. It has 6GB of LPDDR4x RAM and 128GB of UFS internal storage. It has a single micro sd card slot for additional storage. The ultrawide 6.81 inch touchscreen is at 2400×1080 resolution. There is a front facing camera which does take up some minimal display area. While it does not have a HDMI port, you can use a USB Type-C to HDMI adaptor to connect it to your display.

The GPD XP+ runs on Android 11 and does not support dual boot. It is the only model to support WiFi 6 and supports 4G LTE via a sim card. Inside is a 7,000mAh battery and we got a battery life of 3 hours 16 minutes running Antutu on a loop. It is the second of our devices to have a fan inside and we measured 58dB while running Antutu.

You can read our full GPD XP+ review here.


What about the AYN Odin retro handheld?

Now you may be wondering why the AYN Odin is missing? Many customers we have spoken to were not happy with the long wait times for their orders and near total lack of customer service from AYN. Many, including ourselves, have since cancelled the orders as a result and we do not plan to buy one. Personally we can not recommend them for these reasons, if we don’t have one then we can’t compare it.


Android devices comparison

Technical Specifications Comparison

RG353PRG353VRG552Retroid Pocket 2+Retroid Pocket 3+GPD XP+
SIZE /
WEIGHT
6.8×3.1×0.7″
209g
4.9×3.2×0.8″
193g
7.7×3.3×0.7″
355g
5.9×3.1×0.98″
194g
7.2×3.1×0.9″
230g
9.17×3.2×1.6″
370g
CPURK3566 Quad-Core 64 bit Cortex-A55 @ 1.8GHzRK3566 Quad-Core 64 bit Cortex-A55 @ 1.8GHzRK3399 Hexa-core 64-bit processor @ 1.8GHzARM Unisoc Cortex A75 & A55 @ 2.0 GHz & 1.8GHzARM Unisoc Cortex A75 & A55 @ 2.0 GHz & 1.8GHzDimensity 1200 @ 3GHz
GPUMali-G52 MP2Mali-G52 MP2Mali-T860PowerVR GE8300PowerVR GE8300Mali-G77 MC9
RAM2GB LPDDR42GB LPDDR44GB LPDDR42GB LPDDR4x2GB or 3GB LPDDR4x6GB LPDDR4x
STORAGE32GB eMMC
2x Micro SD slots
32GB eMMC
2x Micro SD slots
64GB eMMC
2x Micro SD slots
32GB eMMC
1x Micro SD slot
64GB eMMC
1x Micro SD slot
128GB UFS 2.1
1x Micro SD slot
DISPLAY3.5″ IPS 4:3 touchscreen @ 640×4803.5″ IPS 4:3 touchscreen @ 640×4805.36″ 5:3 IPS touchscreen @ 1920×11523.5″ 4:3 IPS touchscreen @ 640×4804.7″ 16:9 IPS touchscreen @ 750×13346:8″ Ultrawide IPS touchscreen @ 2400×1080
OSAndroid 11 + Linux OSAndroid 11 + Linux OSAndroid 11 + Linux OSAndroid 9Android 11Android 11
BATTERY*3500mAh Li-polymer
4:55 hours
3200mAh Li-polymer
3:46 hours
2x 3200mAh Li-polymer
2:41 hours
4000mAh Li-polymer
5:30 hours
4000mAh Li-polymer
5:02hours
7000mAh
3:16 hours
PRICE£154£129£219£144£199£439
BUYHEREHEREHEREHEREHEREHERE
Android devices comparison

Battery tests were performed by running the Antutu benchmark on a loop until the Android device powered down.


System Benchmarks

We will now run a series of benchmarks on each Android handheld gaming console to see how well they perform against each other. We are running them without being connected to the charger and have not enabled any built in gaming modes or settings to increase the performance. 

Antutu Benchmark

Best Android Handheld Gaming Consoles Antutu Benchmark
Best Android Handheld Gaming Consoles Antutu Benchmark

First we are running Antutu which performs various tests on Android gaming devices for CPU, RAM, Storage, graphics and much more.

SCORE
ANBERNIC RG353P93759
ANBERNIC RG353V95231
ANBERNIC RG552171395
RETROID POCKET 2+158319
RETROID POCKET 3163702
GPD XP+670576
Best Android Handheld Gaming Consoles Antutu Benchmark Results

The two RG353 retro gaming handhelds get very similar scores which we expected to see, the V model just in front. The two Retroid Pocket handheld game consoles score close to each other with the Pocket 3 just in front. The RG552 takes second place with an OK lead over the Retroid’s. And in first place by a large margin is the GPD XP+.

The GPD XP+ has a large increase which we definitely expected. We were expecting to see more of a difference between the RG552 and Retroid Android handhelds though.

3DMark Benchmark

Best Android Handheld Gaming Consoles 3DMark Benchmark
Best Android Handheld Gaming Consoles 3DMark Benchmark

Next we are running 3DMark for Android which primarily tests the CPU and GPU to see how well they work together on the Android game consoles. 

SCORE
ANBERNIC RG353P743
ANBERNIC RG353V753
ANBERNIC RG5521062
RETROID POCKET 2+668
RETROID POCKET 3704
GPD XP+SCORE MAXED OUT
Best Android Handheld Gaming Consoles 3DMark Benchmark Results

Interestingly the two Retroid Pocket consoles are in last place followed by the RG353V and RG353P models. The RG552 has a good lead on those four. For the GPD XP+ we did not get a score as the results simply said «Maxed Out!», as the performance was too high. So we tried a different test called «Wild Life» and got 4157 in case you were wondering.

Geekbench Benchmark

Best Android Handheld Gaming Consoles Geekbench Benchmark
Best Android Handheld Gaming Consoles Geekbench Benchmark

And last but not least we are running Geekbench. This tests the CPU for single and multi-core speeds on Android devices.

SCORE (SINGLE / MULTI)
ANBERNIC RG353P116 / 384
ANBERNIC RG353V118 / 386
ANBERNIC RG552307 / 708
RETROID POCKET 2+372 / 741
RETROID POCKET 3374 / 747
GPD XP+845 / 2869
Best Android Handheld Gaming Consoles Geekbench Benchmark Results

It’s here where there are some quite big differences, The two RG353 retro game console take last place with almost identical scores. Despite the RG552 leading previously, it ended up in 4th place. The two Retroid’s take 3rd and 2nd with very similar scores. And of course the GPD XP+ Android handheld gaming console takes 1st with double and over triple the scores of the others.


Features and user experience

One important factor which may change your decision, if you already have made one, are the features of the Android handheld game consoles. For example, does the Android console have a good frontend, does it have screen and button mapping, does it even have the Google Play Store installed so you can easily add and update apps?

Screen mapping

All of the Android gaming handhelds have their own built-in screen mapping software and all work just fine. The Retroid Pocket 3 and GPD XP+ are very easy to use, the Anbernic’s software is not far behind to be fair.

Google Play Store

Google Play Store should be on every device as standard. Sadly, Anbernic handhelds no longer have them installed. Without the Play Store it makes Android based gaming much harder to perform as you have no easy way to download and install Android mobile games. While it is possible to install them yourself, it takes time and some knowledge to do so.  This is a big negative in my opinion and Anbernic really should add it in as a firmware upgrade at least.

Retroid Pocket 3 Frontend
Retroid Pocket 3 Frontend

Frontends

The Retroid Pockets have a very nice frontend for quickly getting to browse and play games. It does require a little setting up but it’s very user friendly and easy to use. The RG353V does also have a frontend, but in comparison it is very basic and limited in use.

Dual OS

Dual Operating Systems are supported on the Anbernic consoles and with this you can decide to boot either Linux or Android. Linux comes with an emulation station and RetroArch set up and retro game consoles ready to go. So it’s very easy if you want to get gaming straight away. You can also use custom firmware such as ArkOS which features far more supported systems. This is a real benefit if you want to explore systems not commonly supported on retro handhelds.


What is the best Android handheld gaming console?

Here is a quick summary of the system benchmarks and their prices so we can compare the price vs performance.

ANTUTU3DMARKGEEKBENCHPPSSPPPRICE
ANBERNIC RG353P93759743116 / 38435 FPS (VULKAN)£154
ANBERNIC RG353V95231753118 / 38636 FPS (VULKAN)£129
ANBERNIC RG5521713951062307 / 70851 FPS (VULKAN)£219
RETROID POCKET 2+158319668372 / 74130 (OPENGL)£144
RETROID POCKET 3163702704374 / 74747 (OPENGL)£199
GPD XP+670576MAXED845 / 286960+ FPS (VULKAN)£439
Best Android Handheld Gaming Consoles Summary

Best budget Android game console

At around £129 the RG353V is the lowest price if you simply want an Android based retro handheld. In our recent review we did find Android on it a bit unpolished and the lack of Google Play Store was a big negative for us.

Best Budget Android Handheld
Best Budget Android Handheld

However with some work you can get everything up and running to around PlayStation 1 and some Dreamcast level emulation. This goes the same for the RG353P which is a little more expensive at £154. They are the best Android handheld games console if you are on a budget!

Best price vs performance Android retro gaming console

The two Retroid models represent the best value for price vs performance. The Retroid Pocket 2+ at £144 is not massively different in performance against the Pocket 3. But do remember that with the Pocket 3 you get Android 11, a larger screen, more RAM and storage.

Best Price vs Performance Android Handheld
Best Price vs Performance Android Handheld

So the extra cost is worthwhile if you can stretch to the Retroid Pocket 3 price of £199. You are looking at stable Dreamcast emulation levels with some of the more basic games on Dolphin running. They are the best retro handheld game console for performance vs price!

Average money vs performance

The RG552 is kind of in the middle in terms of performance but the second most expensive handheld at £219.  Looking closely at the scores there’s a £20 difference between it and the Retroid Pocket 3. The RG552 does however have dual boot capability which is missing in the Retroid and GPD models. In terms of emulation you are looking at Dreamcast level running just fine. With some tweaks you can play some games on the Dolphin emulator.

Best Android handheld gaming console

This spot would have went to the GPD XP+, but it is no longer available. Instead we have decided on the Retroid Pocket Flip or if you prefer the Retroid Pocket 3+. Overall there is a much user friendly package in terms of the startup wizard, frontend, easy to use overlay software and stability. The Anbernic RG505 doesn’t quite meet the very high standard set by the Retroid Pocket series.

We are always interested to read our viewers’ opinions on products. Let us know in the comments which Android handheld you would buy and why? Which is your best Android handheld games console of the year?


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