Ranking the Anbernic RG*XX Budget Handhelds

There are now EIGHT different RG*XX devices with the same chipset. In this video we're going to compare each of them, to see which might be the best one for your use case.

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Timestamps:
00:00 introduction
00:53 why the RG*XX series?
02:40 some caveats
05:31 summary of each device
09:51 ranking each category
17:21 putting it all together
19:08 alternative options
20:45 summary and conclusion

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[deaddis]

Finally an answer to the same question I've had for a year now...

[tonythesuperperson]

I find myself watching your coverage whether or not I’m interested in a device because they’re JUST NICE AND CHILL

[pazzoeo]

You don't even know how perfectly timed this video is, I've JUST started seriously considering buying an anbernic device and was looking for this EXACT video just this morning

[tomlion]

Since I bought my RG35XX-H my Switch and PS4 collect dust.
I still use the other consoles but the H is my daily driver. Never leave the house without it and since then I play more than ever. As a husband and a family man I just don't have the time to sit down to play on the TV and the Switch is just to big for every day carrying.
The H is my main PS1 handheld. Street Fighter Alpha 3, Colin McRae Rally, Chrono Trigger became some of my favourite gaming experiences.
Thanks Russ, you are the BEST!

[ONAD]

Got a RG35XX-H and my wife kept stealing it. Bought her one as well. 😂 Hands down the best form-factor/size/bang for the buck.

[hynestimothy]

I'm 3 weeks sober now and haven't bought any since
Tech sobriety is so underrated

[vitorviana]

I got the 35XXSP because of one of your videos and TechDweeb's covering this handheld, and I love that thing. And I love your Soundgarden shirt too

[LastDreamy]

I received my first handheld yesterday thanks to your channel after watching for so long, caved for the RG40XX and been having an insane blast thanks to your tutorials on getting KNULLI and shaders, big props.

[pl]

Love how you embrace devices for the options and not just make rant videos on how there is too many

[MiguelGonzalez-kuei]

Picked up my RG35XX-H a month ago because of your review and never looked back. I have it running Knulli and love the thing deerly. I have been a subscriber of the channel since. Russ, you are awesome!

[ToyKeeper]

As a thermal regulation engineer, I'd invert those "heat transfer" rankings. If the outside gets hot, that means it probably has good thermal design instead of keeping the heat inside. The "S tier" models with no perceptible heat are the ones most likely to overheat or damage themselves.

[milosmisic]

the rg35xxH is absolutely amazing, great little device small, pocketable but powerful enough

[CF]

Awesome video, thank you. I really enjoy seeing these comparison videos since there are just so many overlapping options out there.

[SidhArts]

Buncha people in the comments who haven't watched the video; "Oh man I can't wait to be the first person to let you know about the ARCXX"

[killervacuum]

its funny when YouTubers say "grab a drink and settle in" as if I'm not laying in bed watching 30 vids back to back in a catatonic state

[DoubleGreatRock]

Would love to see this for each manufacturer!

[savoe]

I honestly been homeless for 4 months now but watching russ videos really helps me escape one day I hope to win a retro handheld from russ if I'm lucky or to just buy one from him if I ever get the money after I get into section 8housing

[sleeplessnaito]

Perfect timing on this as there are so many options to chose from! I keep going back and forth on the various models, and this comparison was helpful as this will be my first retro handheld. I am always a sucker for a matrix breakdown and you added the tiered Thanks (as always) Russ!

[roshn]

Your rgxx setup guide was so helpful. Thanks a lot!

[Pridetoons]

I'm happy we have so much variety with the XX line of Handhelds. Sadly you might want to add nine to the list because I've Heard Anbernic is making a RG-ARC XX. 😅