1UP Pi-Boy Micro
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The 1UP Pi-Boy Micro is a vertical retro gaming handheld released in 2018 by 1UP. It is built around the Broadcom BCM2837 (Raspberry Pi 3B) with 1 GB DDR2, has a 2.2 inch IPS 320 x 240 display, and uses a 3000 mAh battery. Its documented emulation ceiling is PS1 full speed, placing it in the mid-range tier for retro game emulation. Notable hardware features include video output, Bluetooth, WiFi, USB x4, Ethernet.
How far can it go?
Runs everything up to PlayStation 1 at full speed, and pushes as far as Dreamcast with some compromises.
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Realistic ceiling: SNES FX & 3D PS1 (60 FPS), N64 & NDS (playable but can be laggy)
Specifications
| Chip (SoC) | Broadcom BCM2837 (Raspberry Pi 3B) |
|---|---|
| CPU | Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Broadcom VideoCore IV |
| RAM | 1 GB DDR2 |
| Screen size | 2.2 inch |
| Screen type | IPS |
| Resolution | 320 x 240 |
| PPI | 181.82 PPI |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz |
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 |
| Battery | 3000 mAh |
| Storage | External MicroSD |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, WiFi, USB x4, Ethernet |
| Speakers | Single Mono On side |
| Charge port | Micro USB x2 |
| Video output | HDMI |
| Audio out | 3.5mm Headphone |
| Dimensions | 98 mm x 66 mm x 32 mm |
| Weight | 300 grams |
| Shell | Plastic |
| Colors | Transparent, Black, Brushed Metal |
Pros & cons
👎 Cons
- Bulky
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