Anbernic RG DS
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Anbernic RG DS is a retro gaming handheld launched in 2025. Powered by Cortex-A55 (4-core, 2.0 GHz), 3 GB RAM and Mali-G52 2EE GPU. Features a 4.02" IPS Touchscreen display (640 x 480, 4:3). 4000 mAh battery and WiFi 5, Bluetooth 4.2. Runs Android 14.
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Anbernic RG DS is a retro gaming handheld launched in 2025. Powered by Cortex-A55 (4-core, 2.0 GHz), 3 GB RAM and Mali-G52 2EE GPU. Features a 4.02" IPS Touchscreen display (640 x 480, 4:3). 4000 mAh battery and WiFi 5, Bluetooth 4.2. Runs Android 14.
The supported platform list starts with Game Boy, Game Boy Color, NES, Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, Game Boy Advance and SNES. It moves on to PlayStation, Nintendo DS, Nintendo 64 and PlayStation Portable, and reaches up to Sega Dreamcast, Sega Saturn, Nintendo GameCube, Nintendo 3DS and PlayStation 2. Classic 8-, 16- and 32-bit systems are the device's comfort zone. The heaviest entries on the list ask a lot of a Cortex-A55-based SoC, so expectations should be adjusted game by game.
The 4-inch IPS touchscreen runs at 640 x 480 in a 4:3 aspect ratio, with 200 ppi and a 60 Hz refresh rate. It is covered by OCA-laminated tempered glass. The 4:3 format suits many retro systems naturally, and touch input is handy for games that rely on it.
Controls include symmetric dual thumbsticks with L3/R3, an upper-placed cross D-pad, four face buttons and horizontal L1, R1, L2 and R2 shoulder buttons. There are also Menu, Home/Back and Power buttons, plus dedicated volume buttons. Rumble, a gyroscope and a microphone broaden the input options. The plastic body measures 159 x 93 x 22 mm.
The battery is rated at 4000 mAh, and the console offers two top-facing USB-C ports. Wireless connectivity covers WiFi 5 and Bluetooth 4.2. Audio is handled by front-facing dual stereo speakers and a bottom-mounted 3.5 mm headphone jack. Storage is 32 GB on microSD.
The RG DS runs Android 14, and its modding policy is permissive. That means you can freely install emulators, front-ends and your favourite apps. Brightness is adjusted through the menu.
Ideal for: players who want a compact flip handheld with a 4:3 touchscreen and Android 14, focused on classic-system emulation and open to experimenting with the more demanding platforms.
- Manufacturer
- Rockchip
- SoC
- Rockchip RK3568
- Model
- Cortex-A55
- Architecture
- Cortex-A55
- Cores
- 4
- Threads
- 4
- Frequency
- 2.0 GHz
- Instruction Set
- ARM
- Chipset
- Mali-G52 2EE
- GPU Cores
- 2
- Capacity
- 3 GB
- Size
- 4.0
- Technology
- IPS, Touchscreen
- Resolution
- 640 x 480
- Refresh Rate
- 60 Hz
- Pixel Density (PPI)
- 200.00
- Aspect Ratio
- 4:3
- Lens
- Tempered Glass (OCA Laminated)
- Capacity
- 4000 mAh
- Analog Sticks
- Dual thumbsticks with L3/R3
- Stick Technology
- Hall Effect
- Stick Placement
- Symmetric Stick technology uncertain (Hall?)
- D-Pad
- Cross
- D-Pad Placement
- Upper
- Shoulder Buttons
- L1, R1, L2, R2
- Shoulder Orientation
- Horizontal
- Extra Buttons
- Menu, Home/Back, Power, Volume +-
- Speaker Type
- Dual Stereo
- Speaker Position
- Front facing
- Wi-Fi
- WiFi 5
- Bluetooth
- Bluetooth 4.2
- Charge Port
- USB-C x2
- Charge Port Placement
- Top facing
- Audio Output
- 3.5mm Headphone
- Audio Output Placement
- Bottom facing
- Internal Storage
- 32 GB
- Card Support
- microSD
- Operating System
- Android
- OS Version
- 14
- Dimensions
- 159 mm x 93 mm x 22 mm
- Body Material
- Plastic
Modding officially supported
The manufacturer officially permits or encourages modding (custom firmware, OS replacement, hardware modifications). Warranty remains valid under normal use.
Nintendo · 9 platforms
Sega · 3 platforms
Sony · 3 platforms
Pros & Cons
Pros
- clamshell design
- 4:3 IPS touchscreen
- Android 14 with permitted modding
- dual analog sticks with L3/R3
- front-facing stereo speakers
- rumble and gyroscope
Cons
- modest 640 x 480 resolution
- older Bluetooth 4.2
- limited headroom for PlayStation 2 and GameCube
- plastic body
- brightness only adjustable via menu
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Compliance & Safety
Anbernic RG DS — 7 marks declared by manufacturer
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CE Marking
EUConformité Européenne — certifies that the product meets essential EU requirements for safety, health and environmental protection. The mark indicates the manufacturer has assessed the product and confirmed compliance with applicable European legislation (EMC, RoHS, RED directives, etc.). Mandatory for all electronic products sold in the European Economic Area since 1985.
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Environmental
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RoHS
GlobalRestriction of Hazardous Substances — EU directive limiting 10 hazardous substances in electronics (lead, mercury, cadmium, hexavalent chromium, phthalates, etc.). Limit: 0.1% per substance (0.01% for cadmium). RoHS compliance is part of the CE declaration and mandatory for all electronics sold in the EU.
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WEEE
EUWaste Electrical and Electronic Equipment — the crossed-out wheeled bin pictogram indicates the obligation to separate electronic waste from household trash. Manufacturers must register with a national collection scheme and cover recycling costs. Consumers can return used devices free of charge at stores or collection centers.
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Safety
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Not for children under 3
EUSafety warning per Toy Safety Directive 2009/48/EC — product not suitable for children under 3 years due to small parts presenting choking hazard. Applicable to consoles with small detachable accessories (joycons, batteries, short cables). Manufacturer sets the age limit based on safety testing.
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Electric Hazard
GlobalElectric hazard warning per ISO 7010 — the pictogram indicates the presence of high-voltage components inside. Disassembling without qualified personnel can cause severe electric shock, even after disconnecting from mains (capacitors may retain charge for a long time). DO NOT disassemble unless you are an authorized technician.
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Wireless
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Bluetooth SIG
GlobalBluetooth Special Interest Group — non-profit organization owning the Bluetooth trademark. All products using Bluetooth technology must be qualified through SIG (specification conformance testing). Using the Bluetooth name or logo without qualification is a trademark violation.
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Wi-Fi CERTIFIED
GlobalIndustry consortium certifying Wi-Fi interoperability between devices. The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED mark guarantees that the product has been tested for compliance with IEEE 802.11 standards and works correctly with other certified Wi-Fi devices. Also covers security (WPA2/WPA3).
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