Smart Pocket Max CB408
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Smart Pocket Max CB408 is a gaming handheld launched in 2024. Powered by RK3566 (4-core, 1.8 GHz), 2 GB RAM. Features a 4.7" IPS LCD Touchscreen display (1280 x 720). 4000 mAh battery. WiFi 4. Runs Android / Linux.
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Smart Pocket Max CB408 is a gaming handheld launched in 2024. Powered by RK3566 (4-core, 1.8 GHz), 2 GB RAM. Features a 4.7" IPS LCD Touchscreen display (1280 x 720). 4000 mAh battery. WiFi 4. Runs Android / Linux.
Inside is the Rockchip RK3566, a quad-core Cortex-A55 SoC running at 1.8 GHz, paired with a Mali-G52 2EE GPU at 850 MHz and 2 GB of LPDDR4 RAM. 8-bit and 16-bit systems, the Game Boy family, Neo Geo, arcade games through MAME and Final Burn Neo, computers such as Amiga, Commodore 64 or MS-DOS, and PlayStation all run comfortably. N64, PSP and Dreamcast are mostly playable, though not every title reaches full speed, so more demanding systems are best treated as experiments.
The 4.7-inch IPS touchscreen offers 1280 x 720 resolution at 60 Hz in a 16:9 aspect ratio, with a density of around 312 ppi, and is protected by tempered glass. The image is crisp for retro content, and touch input helps with Android menus and Nintendo DS-style games.
On the controls side, you get dual analog sticks with L3/R3 in an asymmetric layout, a cross D-pad in the lower position, four face buttons and horizontally oriented L1, R1, L2, R2 shoulder buttons. Home, Back, dedicated volume and power buttons round out the layout. At 216 x 106 x 44 mm and 450 g it is a substantial device, and there is no rumble.
The 4000 mAh battery charges through two top-facing USB-C ports. Also on top are the Mini HDMI output, the 3.5mm headphone jack and a USB-A OTG port, while the dual stereo speakers face downward. Wireless connectivity is handled by WiFi 4.
The console runs Android 11 or Linux, with 16 GB / 32 GB of eMMC storage and a microSD slot for larger libraries, giving flexibility in choosing your preferred apps and interface.
Ideal for: players who want a sturdy metal retro handheld with an HD touchscreen, dual sticks and video output at an accessible price, for classic emulation up to PlayStation and occasional forays into N64, PSP or Dreamcast.
- 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
- 2 GB
- Technology
- LPDDR4
- Size
- 4.7
- Technology
- IPS, Touchscreen
- Resolution
- 1280 x 720
- Quality
- HD
- Refresh Rate
- 60 Hz
- Pixel Density (PPI)
- 312.47
- Aspect Ratio
- 16:9
- Lens
- Tempered Glass
- 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
- Home, Back, Volume + -, Power, Reset?
- Speaker Type
- Dual Stereo
- Speaker Position
- Bottom facing
- Ports
- USB-A OTG
- Wi-Fi
- WiFi 4
- Charge Port
- USB-C x2
- Charge Port Placement
- Top facing
- Video Output
- Mini HDMI
- Video Output Placement
- Top facing
- Audio Output
- 3.5mm Headphone
- Audio Output Placement
- Top facing
- Internal Storage
- 16 GB / 32 GB
- Card Support
- eMMC, microSD
- Operating System
- Android / Linux
- OS Version
- Android 11
- Dimensions
- 216 mm x 106 mm x 44 mm
- Weight
- 450 g
- Body Material
- Metal (Aluminum)
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- aluminum body
- 720p IPS touchscreen
- dual analog sticks with L3/R3
- mini HDMI video output
- USB-A OTG port
- price around $80
Cons
- only 2 GB RAM
- N64/PSP/Dreamcast not always full speed
- no rumble
- heavy at 450 g
- WiFi 4 only
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Compliance & Safety
Smart Pocket Max CB408 — 6 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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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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