Anbernic has released its new vertical retro handheld gaming console, the RG35XX Pro, which is largely based on the existing non-Pro model but now with dual joysticks for better controls on modern 3D games.
The new Anbernic RG35XX Pro comes with an Allwinner H700 processor with four Cortex-A53 cores running at 1.5GHz. The dual-core G31 MP2 handles the graphics, joined by 1GB of RAM and a 64GB microSD card that you can swap with up to a 512GB capacity.
It has a 3.5-inch IPS display with a 640 x 480 resolution and has been fully laminated to reduce reflections. It also has more angled shoulder buttons to improve grip and comfort. The device measures 12.8 x 8.1 x 2.2cm and weighs 191g.
Anbernic claims that its 3,200mAh lithium-polymer battery can last for up to 7 hours of gameplay, with support for USB-C fast charging.
For connectivity, the console has dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 4.3 for wireless controllers and accessories, and Micro HDMI if you want to plug it into a bigger screen.
Apart from the dual joysticks, the RG35XX Pro has a D-pad, conductive rubber buttons, L1/L2 and R1/R2 shoulder buttons, and has haptic feedback. Audio comes from two high-fidelity speakers.
It supports both handheld and console modes. Users can stream AAA games or play with other users over WiFi.
The new console supports games from platforms like PS1 and PS2, Game Boy series, Dreamcast, NDS, SNES, NES, MAME, PC Engine, Neo Geo Pocket Color, and more. It also works with RixelHK for downloading games.
Apart from playing games, the RX35XX also works as a video and music player, e-book reader, file manager, and video streaming on select platforms.
The Anbernic RG35XX Pro is now listed in China for CNY298. It is available on the company’s official website for the rest of the world come June 13 with a starting price of USD44.99 (~Php2,500).