PowKiddy RGB30
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PowKiddy RGB30 is a horizontal retro gaming handheld launched in 2023. Powered by RK3566 (4-core, 1.8 GHz), 1GB LPDDR4 RAM and Mali-G52 2EE GPU. Features a 4" IPS LCD display (720 x 720, 1:1). 4100 mAh battery and WiFi 5, Bluetooth. Runs Linux with JELOS support.
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PowKiddy RGB30 is a horizontal retro gaming handheld launched in 2023. Powered by RK3566 (4-core, 1.8 GHz), 1GB LPDDR4 RAM and Mali-G52 2EE GPU. Features a 4" IPS LCD display (720 x 720, 1:1). 4100 mAh battery and WiFi 5, Bluetooth. Runs Linux with JELOS support.
Inside is the Rockchip RK3566 SoC, with four Cortex-A55 cores at 1.8 GHz, a two-core Mali-G52 2EE GPU at 850 MHz and 1 GB of LPDDR4 RAM. It comfortably handles classic systems, from Atari and NES to SNES, Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, Game Boy Advance and PlayStation, as well as arcade via MAME and Final Burn Neo and computers such as Amiga, Commodore 64 and MS-DOS. N64, PSP and Dreamcast are mostly playable, though not every title runs at full speed.
The 4-inch IPS display has a 720 x 720 resolution, a 1:1 aspect ratio, roughly 255 ppi and a 60 Hz refresh rate. It sits under OCA-laminated tempered glass. The square format suits Game Boy and Pico-8 games nicely, while widescreen systems will be shown with black bars.
For controls, the RGB30 offers an upper-mounted cross D-pad, four face buttons, symmetric dual thumbsticks with L3/R3 and L1, R1, L2, R2 shoulder buttons. Dedicated power, reset and volume buttons are included. The plastic shell measures 145 x 86.5 x 18 mm and weighs 207 g, and the dual stereo speakers face the front.
The battery is rated at 4100 mAh, and the device provides two bottom-facing USB-C ports, a top-facing Mini HDMI video output and a 3.5 mm headphone jack. Connectivity covers WiFi 5 and Bluetooth, while storage uses dual microSD slots.
The operating system is Linux with JELOS support, and modding is permitted, giving freedom over firmware choice and setup.
Ideal for: retro fans who want a sharp square screen, dual sticks and HDMI output at an accessible price, focused on classic systems up to PlayStation.
- Manufacturer
- Rockchip
- SoC
- Rockchip RK3566
- Model
- RK3566
- Architecture
- Cortex-A55
- Cores
- 4
- Threads
- 4
- Frequency
- 1.8 GHz
- Instruction Set
- ARM
- Chipset
- Mali-G52 2EE
- GPU Cores
- 2
- GPU Frequency
- 850 MHz
- Capacity
- 1 GB
- Technology
- LPDDR4
- Size
- 4.0
- Technology
- IPS
- Resolution
- 720 x 720
- Quality
- HD
- Refresh Rate
- 60 Hz
- Pixel Density (PPI)
- 254.56
- Aspect Ratio
- 1:1
- Lens
- Tempered Glass (OCA Laminated)
- Capacity
- 4100 mAh
- Analog Sticks
- Dual thumbsticks with L3/R3
- Stick Placement
- Symmetric
- D-Pad
- Cross
- D-Pad Placement
- Upper
- Shoulder Buttons
- L1, R1, L2, R2
- Shoulder Orientation
- Horizontal
- Extra Buttons
- Power, Reset, Volume +-
- Speaker Type
- Dual Stereo
- Speaker Position
- Front facing
- Wi-Fi
- WiFi 5
- Bluetooth
- Bluetooth
- Charge Port
- USB-C x2
- Charge Port Placement
- Bottom facing
- Video Output
- Mini HDMI
- Video Output Placement
- Top facing
- Audio Output
- 3.5mm Headphone
- Audio Output Placement
- Bottom facing
- Card Support
- Dual microSD
- Operating System
- Linux
- Custom OS Support
- JELOS
- Dimensions
- 145 mm x 86.5 mm x 18 mm
- Weight
- 207 g
- 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.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- sharp 720x720 IPS screen with laminated glass
- dual thumbsticks with L3/R3
- WiFi 5 and Bluetooth
- Mini HDMI video output
- dual microSD slots
- JELOS support
Cons
- only 1 GB RAM
- 1:1 screen letterboxes most systems
- N64/PSP/Dreamcast not always full speed
- plastic body
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Compliance & Safety
PowKiddy RGB30 — 7 marks declared by manufacturer
Regulatory
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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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