Is The R36S STILL The Handheld Retro BUDGET KING In 2024... | Review

Let's check out the R36S as a first device on the channel. If you enjoy the content let me know and maybe stick around :)

Welcome to this new handheld tech channel for 2024 - It's a place where I can just enjoy the nerdier aspects of my passion for gaming. If you enjoy it consider sticking around!

R36S Specs:

Origin: Crafted in Mainland China
Color Display: Yes
Device Type: Retro Game Console
Material: Sturdy Plastic
Operating System: Open-source Linux System
Built-in Simulators: Supports MAME, N64, PS1, NEOGEO, GBA, FC, SFC, MD, CPS1, CPS2, CPS3, PSP, and more
Screen Specification: 3.5-inch IPS OCA Full-Fit High-Definition MIPI Screen
Resolution: Crisp 640x480
CPU: RK3326 ARM 64-bit Quad-Core Cortex-A35 CPU, clocked at up to 1.5GHz
GPU: Mali-G31MP2 (520MHz), offers support for OpenGL ES 3.2
RAM: 1GB DDR3L
Expandable Memory: TF card slot, supporting up to 256GB
Audio: 8W Single speaker
Battery: Reliable 3500mAh Lithium Battery
Input Power: 5V/2A
Power Consumption: Efficient 5W
Battery Life: Extended 8 hours of non-stop gaming
Charging Time: Quick 2 hours via the supported Type-C Charging Interface
Data Connectivity: Features Type-C OTG Data Port for added versatility
Audio Jack: 3.5mm Interface

Mark

[themollymachine]

It's wild how affordably systems are now.

Especially for old school games because honestly a lot of the old school games are the most fun to play. So for $40 to have the full library of 1980s to 1990s games is pretty amazing

[nathancarmen]

I've been looking into this model and hadn't watched this review. I was not expecting Mark from Switch Up! Good luck on the new channel man.

[danspear]

I subscribe. This channel should grow quickly, easily as good as the top guys in the community.

[KarlosnCharly]

Congratulations on your channel, looking forward on this console, already ordered one 😂

[snox]

Great video buddy!! I bought the R36S from aliexpress. think it was £39.99 all in. its a fantastic machine for the price. I did buy a datafrog sf2000 a while ago. £12 delivered!! i use that mainly for just gb games. gb advaqnce has terrible screen tearing lol. how can anyone argue with the full rom set for gb playable for just over a tenner!! Retro is cool. Best wishes for the channel Mart

[SumAkwardDude]

I just ordered mine from AliExpress and it was around $40

[timrowley]

I like the new Chanel! Keep putting out the great content!

[cristiangarcia]

Hi! Just came from switch up eshop sales! Thought I’d show love. Think I’m number 998 subscriber lol. Best wishes!

[paulhunt]

Good video Mark. You sound less comfortable than switch up. Your humour, relaxed delivery and abuse of the English language makes that channel great. The r36s looks like a 'barjian'. Mine is on the way. I look forward to more. All the best.

[MarkiTechYt]

First video on the channel would appreciate a like and subscribe for the latest devices reviewed in depth. Let's check out the R36S as a first device on the channel. If you enjoy the content let me know and maybe stick around :) - Happy New Year! Mark

[deuxforever]

The same Mark from SwitchUp? Subscribed.😂

[nickrom]

You can tether your phone Internet to the device too, with a USB-c to usb-c cable (if you phone is USBC)

[TheInternetIsDeadToMe]

I know that voice! New channel is looking great. Keep up the awesome content mate.

[yoshi-]

After fidling around with a retro pi setup, i just pulled the trigger. Retro pi is fine when dealing with a virtual arcade box for 2+ people but it's a pita to set up for your 10 to 20 minutes in the evening of "gaming".
Aliexpress was generous enough to offer it for 41€ shipped.
Thanks!

[emymainor]

I clicked on a random video on R36S. I recognized the voice. I subscribed. See-yaaa.

[davemurrells]

Thought I recognized the voice....I just got the rg35xx as an entry into these devices as wasn't sure how they felt. Pretty happy with it so far, would like a device for PS2 next.

[t.fernbach]

Holy cow, is that you Mark from SwitchUp?? Can't believe I found this channel by accident 😂

[stevendevlin]

Great video. Was going to pick up a miyoo mini plus but saw the R36s on sale on Ali for €26 today and I couldn’t pass it up.
Fingers crossed for a good unit.

[hyperplayrpg]

I recognise that voice! Insta-subscribed Great stuff, Mark. I did some vids on this lil' (and very popular) beauty meself (nowhere near as good as this!)

Anyway, super stuff as always: very well done, mate. And best wishes for this soon-to-be-immense new channel! Pete

[erickmathura]

Ordered the transparent purple one from Amazon a few days ago and just stumbled across Mr Walker's new channel a few minutes ago.
Hope the channel does well. :-)