Is this AWESOME handheld the new 'Mini'? | RG35XX Review

The RG35XX is an amazing retro handheld. It plays all your favourite games from the 8-bit, 16-bit, and 32-bit era, all the Atari, NES, Gameboy, GBA, Sega, Turbografx, SNES, Genesis, and even higher end systems like 32X and PS1. But, the million dollar question that everyone wants to know is... IS THIS A NEW "MIYOO MINI" REPLACEMENT? Well, I have some thoughts on that, and you're gonna hear them today!

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- MUSIC CREDITS -
Intro: Captive Portal - Intro For A Nonexisting Video Game
Outro: RoccoW - Chipho instrumental

- CHAPTERS -
00:00 RETRO GAMES
00:41 The jungle of retro handhelds
01:37 The RG35XX - it "Mini"?
05:06 Unboxing & tour
09:17 Stock OS
12:02 Garlic OS
16:50 Performance
18:20 OnionOS SD card support
19:04 Controller & HDMI support
20:40 Extended gameplay test
21:58 Final thoughts
24:13 You can BUY it!
24:36 Conclusion

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[Agumon]

We really are living in the Golden era of retro gaming handhelds. Never have we been so spoiled for choice with actually decent quality products that still are relatively affordable.

[brz]

Black Seraph saved this handheld from obscurity and mediocrity. I've been loving playing Xenogears for the first time. It actually got me away from persona five on my steam deck. Loving it.

[nicholaskrycki]

Dude! You are wildly entertaining. The voice bugged me at first but, holy shit do you make up for it with your sense of humor and creativity. Keep it up

[CrackerJayherber]

I picked this one up and it's awesome. I've never owned a hand held before. Brings me back to when I was a kid in the 90's.

[BandoidView]

BEST.INTRO.EVER. Part of me wants to tell you that you're putting too much work into your videos but you're just so good at it! Nice job 🙂 As for this device, to me, there's nothing about it that really sets it apart from other devices. I have a RG353M for bringing with me around town and this would be a step down from that in every way -albeit a much cheaper option to be sure. I'm sure it definitely fits in a lot of people's use case scenario but that's what's great about this market. If you look around carefully, you'll find a device for every single, possibility! I just bought a Powkiddy RGB10S just because I wanted a perfect GBA device to bring with me (basically to play Metroid Fusion).

[keresadministratum]

This one has been on my consider list for a while, and while I’ve done my homework, I think you do a fantastic job with every bit of information someone would want when making considerations while being immensely entertaining. Thank you!

[LLRaven]

Thank you Tech Dweeb! I was looking forward to your opinion on the device! Loved the Intro!

[momotaroux]

I was looking into the RG353M, but I like the price point of the XX, as well as my intended purpose for a device would be to just enjoy at home or even during my travels. I think this video definitely solidified my choice; great content and you've got yourself another sub!

[TheJarnojarno]

25. January 2023:
Added HDMI audio support (requires you to plug in the HDMI cable before starting the game, also, never unplug the HDMI cable while playing, it will freeze the system so exit your game first and unplug it once you're back in the GarlicOS menu)

This was like 3 updates back, v1.0.0 is released today.

[TheHoodieGuy]

For that price, it's a really good handheld, I think. Especially since Garlic OS is available for it. I did think about getting one, but now that the new Miyoo Mini+ is on its way, I'll wait for that one...or maybe for one that finally uses a slightly better chip to stand apart from the rest of the pile of samey handhelds.

Oh, and yes: super epic intro ❤

[johnnywoodstock]

I would call the grey version vanilla, the purple one grape, but the transparent one is definitely cookies and cream

[colbatronbmw]

sounds like the 35XX is the perfect gift for someone that isn't yet into the retro handheld scene, but you think they will be. I have the Miyoo Mini, and the hype is accurate, I never go anywhere with out it. It will be very interesting to see how the Miyoo Medium (Miyoo Mini +) compares to the 35XX.

[aldoreynfrancisco]

Awesome video Tech Dweeb, keep smashing it! FYI your hyperlink in the description for the custom boot screen etc isn't connected for some reason. Looking forward to your next video 👍🏻

[BlackSeraph]

About HDMI audio: Make sure you plug the HDMI dongle in while in the GarlicOS menu, and same for unplugging it. Essentially don't plug or unplug the dongle while inside a game. RetroArch reacts toxic to hot-plugging sound cards. I bet that's why you had audio issues.

[jrpou]

Man I love the Miyoo mini but it's too small for my tired eyes :/ so I had to go for the RG35XX but I've heard Miyoo will be drop soon a Miyoo mini + and that may be my new love!. Great video, as always!

[FartBux]

I ordered the transparent purple after this video, thanks TechDweeb, much appreciated

[stickyburger]

Lol the way he plays with the paper characters there’s something about it i love

[vhsretrogamer]

Bought it right away when it got out. The original firmware wasn't terrible, but it looked very basic so I replaced it with garlic os once it was available. The only small problem is that menu button working very... inconsistent at times, that makes saving the game with hotkeys pretty difficult. But you can save state from ra menu anyway so.. as I said, small issue

[joshsadowski]

Banging intro and paper craft! What more can I say.

[suhtangwong]

Another hit video! Keep it up! I'm debating on this or miyoo mini plus 🤔