The Best Retro Handheld Under $90 Right Now [PowKiddy X55]

The PowKiddy X55 might be the most surprising handheld I've reviewed this year. It's of a rare class where it is affordable, packed with features, acceptably performant, and comfortable -- all with a nice big screen and no major dealbreakers. In this video we'll pick it apart and see if this is the handheld for you.

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Timestamps:
00:00 introduction
02:06 tech specs
03:19 unboxing
04:06 controls & ergonomics
08:44 size & portability
10:48 screen & sound
16:50 operating system
19:32 user experience
25:03 performance testing
28:58 summary (likes and dislikes)
31:16 conclusion

Theme song written by Jim Gray of Our Ghosts:

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[FunkyHQYT]

YouTube always asks if I want to watch the latest video from Retro Game Corps and I say "Yeah man, I wanna do it."

[eve__________]

The x55 has a great home menu, way better than any other device I’ve seen

[dextervenske]

Thank you so much, after months of watching your videos I've finally plucked up the courage to buy my first one of these retro consoles, this powkiddy x55. Up until snow I've been using my laptop for all my emulation, but been so indecisive of which one of these to buy, thank you for all your efforts.

[jubran]

You know, after seeing many other reviews and channels I decided to pull the trigger on this one, yet I felt uneasy as you had not reviewed it. I thought you did not like it or you found something truly wrong in the device. I am so glad that you find it excellent, I am so hyped for my device to arrive! Best wishes Russ, from a fan of Central America!

[PlatypusPlatoon]

Best RK3566 handheld on the market, bar none.

Between its huge screen, excellent ergonomics, and solid buttons & sticks, it’s hard to believe the value on offer here for $90.

[michaelbwestgaedu]

Been struggling for months to decide which emulator handheld I want to go with - I have chosen this one based on your review here. Seems like a very good unit for the cost. Ordered.

[speybondon]

Imagine this with a RK3588, would be perfect for around 150$

[uhNameless]

Just bought it for 75 € off of their official AliExpress store with the sale going on plus some coupon. This is my first handheld retro console, really excited to try it out. Thanks for the fantastic review!

[colinmartin]

Every new device that comes out with this level chipset is just making me hungry for the next one to come along in a year or so that will have a chipset that can play the full ps2 library in this or the 405m form factor, for under $150. This looks like the king of under a hundred though. That's where my line in the sand is for an upgrade from my 35xx, every time I get tempted with the 405m or this (the 405m form factor looks like perfection as a pocketable) I just remind myself that the gba, snes and ps1 library is enough to last me for years on the 35xx, and the steam deck is happily playing tears of the kingdom and 3ds. I must resist.

[Adamkilla]

I just got this delivered and I can’t wait to play it! I got mine with a bunch of games already installed in it 🎉

[jac_]

I just got the Anbernic RG35XX as my first console 2 days ago because of the price and what it offered, I only paid around $15 more for it than what it would have cost me to purchase this. I wish you would’ve done this review a couple of days ago!

[BJJMadeEasy]

I just got my x55 and it’s my first retro gaming handheld. It looks amazing but I realized quickly that there are so many setting and options that I have no clue about. I’d love an in depth video guide for first timers like me. 😅

[garethevans]

Hats off to the JelOS lads and putting a delay on boot up for unofficial use. That's some fine work

[thegrumpygamer]

Just ordered one through your link, used your code and it worked, grand total to the UK £67.86 using my credit card conversion rate. No brainer really as on Amazon UK they are going for £167. Not quite sure why I bought it as I have a Flip on the way and already own an RG503 and a Steam Deck, guess I just like shiny lol plus it's horses for courses. I will probably compare it to the RG and see which one I prefer and eBay the other. I plan on this and the deck for home use and the flip for travelling light, If I have the luggage allowance I normally take the Deck, but in the case I bought, with everything else it weighs over 5Kg. I'm not watching anymore of you videos as they cost me money :) Already subbed and liked. I really do like your videos on this subject and the website with extensive setup tutorials and emulator settings. Thank you.

[ibdingo]

You sold me on this one. Great review and thank you for the discount code.

[ivancho]

A good Linux implementation like Jelos makes a huge difference. The device just doesn't have to cope with the huge overhead inherent in Android. It just plain works. 👍
If I was buying now it would be this definitely.
Excellent handheld and excellent review. Thanks man.

[jedidiahparagas]

Actually bought the same blue one because of this in-depth review. Great value for the price.

[theroguerider]

New to the scene and looking for a good starter system and this one seems really good. Thanks for all the info.

[winder]

I just took the plunged an ordered this handheld, I like the size and the price point. Overall screen size and the layout of the buttons. thanks for the video.

[panpan]

Really tempting to get this one but i want to wait a little more and wait for the new chips.