The Best Vertical Retro Handheld! (Anbernic RG405V Review)

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Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction
01:33 - What is this?
05:14 - How big is it?
07:17 - How does it feel?
10:54 - Audio & Software
13:30 - One issue - the fan
14:25 - Games Showcase
24:19 - Who is this for? Wrap up

[JoeysRetroHandhelds]

Are you picking up an RG405V? Have one already? What are your thoughts?

[kj]

I ordered during the first 10 minutes of the release…just waiting on it and the case to make it to Florida. I ordered the wood grain to deter thieves.

[jensheinke]

Thanks for the video.
I have the Retroid Pocket 3+, Miyoo Mini and Plus Version, TRIMUI Model S and some modded Sony and Nintendo handhelds.
All I can say is, this device here is the perfect device for people with wrist injurys like carpal tunnel. Miyoo Mini Plus gives you cramps after playing for an hour and also does RP3+.
Yes, there are grips for those, but who wants to buy a slim device to carry a grip around that makes the slim device bulky?
The 405v is perfect for what it is.

And also I really want to thank you, that you had the balls to finally say "dont believe people saying ps2 runs fine"

I was hated on reddit for saying exactly this when fiddling around with ps2 emulation in the rp3+.
Some people just dont want to here that the performance is bad.
Do NOT expect God of War to play okay and look good. You can get it to play "okayish" while looking horrible.
Do NOT expect to play Need for Speed most wanted any where near enjoyable.
Imho, just skip gc, wii and ps2 library or else you will be disappointed, because your favorite handful of games wont be enjoyable.

This device is perfect for:
GB, gbc, gba, all Sega consoles, psx, Dreamcast and n64.
Sure, there are way more consoles running perfect, but i think these are the most requested.

As a bonus: Games like Titan Souls, Forager and other indie Games also released on android are VERY enjoyable with this thing.

Good Video my friend!

[Pridetoons]

The only problem with the Ergonomics is the Start and Select buttons should have been placed in the Middle near the Function button. This is the first Vertical Handheld I'm completely enthusiastic on purchasing. 😊

[aly]

“There’s no wrong choice except wood” maybe for you

[raphs.]

I allready ordered this lovely chunk of retro goodness. I want to play everything starting from ps1... i like to tweak things so i can get some of the ps2 and gamecube games working... i personaly rhink its part of the fun.

Thanks for the video mate

[NeoSpartan]

I prefer horizontal handhelds, but glad somebody is taking ergo into consideration on a vertical. I think the overly sensitive back buttons are a deal breaker for me.

[jonathonearl]

The 505 I already have and the 405V I'm getting has no HDMI port but that doesn't bother me at all. They are both intended to be portable handhelds and they have a large enough display not to have to squinch your eyes.

For those who much prefer HDMI outputs on their handhelds. I suggest you get a PowKiddy device. The PowKiddies are more likely to have HDMI output.

[superraton]

Great review, however i ll be going for a rg 353v.

[chocho]

I wish all of these bigger vertical handhelds had no joysticks. Great review. Thanks

[UsernameUsernameUsername]

IM SO FKEN PUMPED TO GET MINE. I’ve been waiting 9 days to get it and already got a tb card with its name on it

[stebopign]

i have the gray one. I honestly love the color. Classic Gameboy colorway

and the screen! omg! love the screensize.

[joeypizza]

Very surprised that mine from Anbernic arrives tomorrow already, like a solid week or more earlier than I expected lol. My first dedicated retro handheld!

[Mister_Phafanapolis]

Use a sling bag to carry these things. Pocketing devices is juvenile or archaic IMO. Bellroy makes quality stuff, too.

[VividTheater]

I am happy with my RG505 since I can play psp games in its proper 16:9 format. If the RG405V had a more powerful chip to tackle Wii, and ps2 games then I would have jumped on it.

[GevinHuey]

These handhelds keep getting updated & released so rapidly.
I feel like I'm one upgrade away from grabbing a Vertical handheld. In truth, if Retroid were to release their new 4 series in a Vertical format, I reckon I would grab it.

I have enough Horizontal models. a 353m, an Odin, a Flip, a Steam Deck.
I want a muscled up Vertical. I feel like this is really close to what I want, but I'd be over the moon with greater GC support.

[Tebsteroni]

"There's no wrong choice except the wood grain" 😂

[estusflask]

I'm not sold. No video out. Only 480p screen (no 720p). It's a shame because I really like the thiccness.

[retrohandhelds]

LOVE your colorgrading on this, you even said "Mario" like us silly Americans. Great vid sir! - Stubbs

[CrackerJayherber]

"Maybe cargo shorts if your still in the 90's" LOL.