Is the RetroTINK 5x Pro HDMI Scaler REALLY worth $275 ? | MVG

The RetroTINK 5x Pro is a brand new upscaler that boasts output resolutions up to 1440p, offers best in class deinterlacing and hosts many different inputs for all your retro needs - but is it any good? Will it replace the OSSC ? In this episode I give you my thoughts and full review.

Additional Music

► Hired Guns (1993) music by Brian Johnston
► Agony (1992) music by Tim Wright, Martin Wall
► Axelay Level 1 music by Taro Kudo

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[MrMario]

Appreciate the honesty here. In regards to the shortcomings mentioned (1080i, 50 Hz) I wouldn't be surprised if a firmware update comes out in the near future to remedy those. All of the RetroTINK products get pretty nice firmware update support from what I see, so maybe a few updates in I'll grab one of these. I've owned a Framemeister for a few years, so at the moment I'm not needing an upscaler upgrade.

[mCreecher]

MVG: Shows comparison footage
Me: Can’t tell the difference

[jengelenm]

As a PAL user, thanks for testing that! It will also be very helpfull to Mike to have this feedback! Cheers!

[guspaz]

The reason the RT5X isn't working with your PS2 at 1080i is because the PS2 switches its RGB output from RGBS to RGsB (sync-on-green) at 480p and higher, and the RT5X does not support sync-on-green over SCART. As far as the RT5X is concerned, the sync signal just disappeared. That's why Mike suggested using component cables, because the PS2 outputs the same type of sync signal over component for all resolutions. Another solution is using a device that separates sync-on-green, such as the recent gscart switches.

[Hyperbolic_G]

Holy shit Gran Turismo 4 looks absolutely insane!!!

[FranckSauer]

Glad to see Agony as you fav game for testing resolution switching ont the Amiga :)

[soullos]

I got one just for the PS2. The motion adaptive de-interlacing looks amazing from what I've seen. My unit is on it's way and I can't wait! :D

[alucard]

Would like to mention the Retrotink 5X is also sold out until June/July and his online store is closed until May 24th until he can get product out the door.

[rokxxu]

It's important to mention that only the first release batch was 275U$D, Mike already said that due to increase in parts costs the next runs will be 300U$D

[CaptainCharisma]

Just a general comment, that I'm posting on this video because it's the newest one:

As a software engineer with an interest in all things retro-game-related, the things you do on this channel are really inspiring to me. I really look up to you. Thanks for all of the great videos, and keep being awesome.

[ktvx.]

MVG starts off my weeks great with a new vid as I wake up and have breakfast before work. I look forward to your videos every monday, no matter what you're talking about. Excellent as always!

[retro-computing-gaming]

One selling point you didn't mention or test was the RetroTINK's support for S-video which is natively supported by the PS1, N64, and Gamecube and not supported by the OSSC.

[krankymann]

Can always rely on MVG to show us Amiga as well as other systems. Great video, short and to the point.

[ykcwimh]

I love how slow you speak, absolutely a joy to listen to with English not being my first language.

[EposVox]

Honestly, the Neo Geo footage OSSC vs 5X was night and day in this video, but I understand it doesn't always appear that way on your display while you're playing.

[eWNDERBY]

I thank my lucky stars every day that I can't tell the differences when I'm shown a side by side example like seen in this excellent video. These eyes are saving me a ton of $ not noticing any difference.

[kingdongchong]

The best compliment I can give you, is I have literally zero interest in the source material, but I still loved the video. The beard is 10/10 btw

[GameplayandTalk]

Oh man, that de-interlacing looks amazing.

[shortcat]

Instant resolution switch is a game changer. Motion adaptive deinterlacer is nice too: you should be able to just use it and forget, half-framerate high-res games shouldn't suffer from it as they do from bob, and full-framerate hi-res games would get clearer ui elements.

[WrestlingWithGaming]

As usual, great video! Man, I've been on the fence about getting this since I'm pretty happy with my Retrotink 2x pro, but that N64 composite comparison might've sold me on it. After all, my CD-I's composite output deserves the best.