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BOYHOM R40S

BOYHOM · Handheld 2024 Active 8

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315.02 lei

$70 USD

BOYHOM R40S is a gaming handheld launched in 2024. Powered by RK3566 (4-core, 1.8 GHz), 1 GB RAM. Features a 4" IPS LCD display (720 x 720). 4000 mAh battery. WiFi 5. Runs Linux.

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BOYHOM R40S is a gaming handheld launched in 2024. Powered by RK3566 (4-core, 1.8 GHz), 1 GB RAM. Features a 4" IPS LCD display (720 x 720). 4000 mAh battery. WiFi 5. Runs Linux.

The BOYHOM R40S is a horizontal retro handheld released in 2024, built around a square 4-inch IPS display and a Linux-based system. Sitting in the $50–$75 price bracket with a reference price of around $70, it targets players who want a compact, open emulation device with a modern set of features.

Under the hood is the Rockchip RK3566, a quad-core Cortex-A55 chip running at 1.8 GHz, paired with a Mali-G52 2EE GPU at 850 MHz and 1 GB of LPDDR4 RAM. This combination comfortably covers classic systems such as Atari, NES, SNES, Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, the Game Boy family and the original PlayStation, along with arcade titles through MAME and Final Burn Neo. Nintendo 64, PSP and Dreamcast games are mostly playable but not all run at full speed, so demanding titles may need some tweaking.

The 4-inch IPS panel runs at 720 x 720 with a 1:1 aspect ratio, about 255 ppi and a 60 Hz refresh rate. The square format suits retro games that were never designed for widescreen, and the OCA-laminated tempered glass lens adds protection and clarity.

Controls include dual thumbsticks with L3/R3 in an asymmetric layout, a cross D-pad in the lower position, four face buttons and horizontally arranged L1, R1, L2 and R2 shoulder buttons. Dedicated power, reset and volume buttons round out the layout. The plastic body measures 145 x 86.5 x 10 mm and weighs 211 g, although some users find the buttons sit too deep in the shell, which affects their feel.

Power comes from a 4000 mAh battery, charged via two bottom-facing USB-C ports, with USB-C OTG support. Connectivity covers WiFi 5 and Bluetooth, while a top-facing Mini HDMI port lets you play on a TV. Audio is handled by bottom-facing dual stereo speakers and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

The R40S runs Linux, modding is permitted and dual microSD slots make it easy to keep the system and game library separate or try custom firmware.

Ideal for: retro fans who want an affordable, pocketable Linux handheld with a square screen, dual analog sticks, TV output and broad emulation up to PlayStation, with occasional forays into N64, PSP and Dreamcast.
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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
4000 mAh
Analog Sticks
Dual thumbsticks with L3/R3
Stick Placement
Asymmetric
D-Pad
Cross
D-Pad Placement
Lower
Shoulder Buttons
L1, R1, L2, R2
Shoulder Orientation
Horizontal
Extra Buttons
Power, Reset, Volume +-
Speaker Type
Dual Stereo
Speaker Position
Bottom facing
Ports
USB-C OTG
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
Dimensions
145 mm x 86.5 mm x 10 mm
Weight
211 g
Body Material
Plastic
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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

  • square 720x720 IPS screen
  • dual analog sticks with L3/R3
  • WiFi 5 and Bluetooth
  • Mini HDMI video output
  • dual microSD slots
  • price/performance ratio

Cons

  • Awful feeling controls sunken in too much into shell

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