Anbernic RetroGame RS-97 (Anniversary Edition)
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Anbernic RetroGame RS-97 (Anniversary Edition) is a retro gaming handheld launched in 2019. Powered by JZ4760B (1-core, 740 MHz), 128MB DDR2 RAM and Vivante GC200 GPU. Features a 3" IPS LCD display (320 x 480, 4:3). 1800 mAh, Swappable battery. Runs Firmware with RetroFW support.
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Anbernic RetroGame RS-97 (Anniversary Edition) is a retro gaming handheld launched in 2019. Powered by JZ4760B (1-core, 740 MHz), 128MB DDR2 RAM and Vivante GC200 GPU. Features a 3" IPS LCD display (320 x 480, 4:3). 1800 mAh, Swappable battery. Runs Firmware with RetroFW support.
Inside is a single-core Ingenic JZ4760B (XBurst, MIPS) clocked between 528 and 740 MHz, paired with a Vivante GC200 GPU and 128 MB of DDR2 RAM. That is plenty for 8-bit consoles and most handheld systems. Most SNES games run at 60 FPS, though titles using the Super FX chip or Mode 7 effects will lag. PlayStation support is partial: most 2D PS1 games run fine, not all at a full 60 FPS, while 3D games struggle.
The 3-inch IPS display runs at 60 Hz with a 320 x 480 HVGA resolution, a 4:3 aspect ratio and about 192 PPI, a good match for retro content with wide viewing angles. Note that there is no glass lens, only a screen protector, so the LCD is more exposed than on some rivals.
Controls follow a classic layout: a cross D-pad up top, a single slidepad below it, four face buttons and L1/R1 shoulder buttons. Dedicated brightness, power and reset buttons sit alongside a volume wheel. The slidepad mirrors the D-pad rather than acting as a true analog stick, and there is no rumble. At 144 x 64 x 19 mm and 142 g, the plastic body slips easily into a pocket.
Power comes from a swappable 1800 mAh BP-5L battery, so you can carry a spare. Charging is via Mini USB, and the device offers AV Out, a 3.5mm headphone jack and a single front-facing mono speaker. Games load from a microSD card.
On the software side, the RS-97 runs RetroFW, and modding is permitted, giving tinkerers room to add emulators, tweak the interface and customise the experience.
Ideal for: retro fans on a budget who mainly play 8-bit, 16-bit and handheld classics, value a swappable battery and an IPS screen, and enjoy tinkering with RetroFW.
- Manufacturer
- Ingenic
- SoC
- Ingenic JZ4760B
- Model
- JZ4760B
- Architecture
- XBurst
- Cores
- 1
- Threads
- 1
- Frequency
- 528 - 740 MHz
- Instruction Set
- MIPS
- Chipset
- Vivante GC200
- GPU Frequency
- 250 - 375 MHz
- Capacity
- 128 MB
- Technology
- DDR2
- Size
- 3.0
- Technology
- IPS
- Resolution
- 320 x 480
- Quality
- HVGA
- Refresh Rate
- 60 Hz
- Pixel Density (PPI)
- 192.30
- Aspect Ratio
- 4:3
- Lens
- None (Protector only)
- Battery Type
- Swappable
- Capacity
- 1800 mAh BP-5L
- Analog Sticks
- Single slidepad
- Stick Placement
- Lower
- D-Pad
- Cross
- D-Pad Placement
- Upper
- Shoulder Buttons
- L1, R1
- Extra Buttons
- Brightness, Power, Reset
- Speaker Type
- Single Mono
- Speaker Position
- Front facing
- Charge Port
- Mini USB
- Video Output
- AV Out
- Audio Output
- 3.5mm Headphone
- Card Support
- microSD
- Operating System
- RetroFW
- Custom OS Support
- RetroFW
- Dimensions
- 144 mm x 64 mm x 19 mm
- Weight
- 142 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
- Only RS-97 with IPS screen
Cons
- Exposed LCD
- not true analog (d-pad mirror)
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Compliance & Safety
Anbernic RetroGame RS-97 (Anniversary Edition) — 5 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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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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