Dingoo Digital Technology Dingoo A330
Dingoo Digital Technology Dingoo A330 is a gaming handheld launched in 2011. Powered by JZ4740 (1-core, 360 MHz), 64 MB RAM. Features a 2.8" TFT LCD display (320 x 240). 1700 mAh battery. Runs Linux.
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Dingoo Digital Technology Dingoo A330 is a gaming handheld launched in 2011. Powered by JZ4740 (1-core, 360 MHz), 64 MB RAM. Features a 2.8" TFT LCD display (320 x 240). 1700 mAh battery. Runs Linux.
The 2.8-inch TFT screen offers QVGA 320 x 240 resolution, a 4:3 aspect ratio, 60 Hz and roughly 143 ppi. The format suits 8-bit and 16-bit era games naturally, although the plastic lens is more prone to scratches than glass.
Controls are classic: a cross D-pad placed up top, four face buttons and L1/R1 shoulder buttons, plus dedicated Hold and Reset buttons. There is no analog stick and no rumble, so the experience is focused squarely on digital-input games. At 132 x 57 x 15 mm and just 120 g, the plastic body is light and easily pocketable.
The 1700 mAh battery charges via Mini USB. The console provides 4 GB of storage with a MiniSD slot, AV output for connecting to a TV, a 3.5 mm headphone jack, rear-facing dual stereo speakers, a microphone and a 2.4 GHz wireless receiver. Volume and brightness are adjusted through the menu, and power is handled by a switch.
The stock operating system is µC/OS-II, but modding is permitted and the community brought OpenDingux, a Linux-based firmware that expands emulation and customization options.
Ideal for: collectors and retro enthusiasts who want a historic, compact and moddable device for NES, Game Boy, GBA and 8-bit Sega games.
- Manufacturer
- Ingenic
- SoC
- Ingenic JZ4740
- Model
- JZ4740
- Architecture
- XBurst
- Cores
- 1
- Threads
- 1
- Frequency
- 360 MHz
- Instruction Set
- MIPS
- Capacity
- 64 MB
- Size
- 2.8
- Technology
- TFT
- Resolution
- 320 x 240
- Quality
- QVGA
- Refresh Rate
- 60 Hz
- Pixel Density (PPI)
- 142.86
- Aspect Ratio
- 4:3
- Lens
- Plastic
- Capacity
- 1700 mAh
- Analog Sticks
- None
- D-Pad
- Cross
- D-Pad Placement
- Upper
- Shoulder Buttons
- L1, R1
- Extra Buttons
- Hold, Reset
- Additional Features
- Microphone
- Speaker Type
- Dual Stereo
- Speaker Position
- Rear facing
- Ports
- 2.4 GHz Wireless Receiver
- Charge Port
- Mini USB
- Video Output
- AV Out
- Audio Output
- 3.5mm Headphone
- Internal Storage
- 4 GB
- Card Support
- MiniSD
- Operating System
- µC/OS-II
- Custom OS Support
- OpenDingux, µC/OS-II
- Dimensions
- 132 mm x 57 mm x 15 mm
- Weight
- 120 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.
Arcade · 2 platforms
Atari · 1 platform
Bandai · 2 platforms
Coleco · 1 platform
NEC · 1 platform
Nintendo · 5 platforms
Other · 2 platforms
Sega · 3 platforms
Sony · 1 platform
Pros & Cons
Pros
- compact and lightweight design
- OpenDingux support
- AV out to TV
- dual stereo speakers
- MiniSD storage expansion
- solid NES and GBA emulation
Cons
- no analog stick
- laggy SNES emulation
- low-resolution QVGA screen
- plastic screen lens
- no rumble
- discontinued
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Compliance & Safety
Dingoo Digital Technology Dingoo A330 — 5 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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