Both the Miyoo Mini and the RG-35XX are entry-level vertical handhelds priced within a few dollars of each other, so the choice comes down to emulation range and software flexibility. The Miyoo Mini, running Onion OS or MinUI, reaches up to Nintendo DS and has a well-established community around it. The RG-35XX tops out at PlayStation 1 but supports a wider range of custom firmware options including GarlicOS and Batocera, appealing to buyers who prefer more control over their setup.
| Miyoo Mini | RG-35XX | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $52 | $50–$56 |
| Brand | Miyoo / Bittboy | Anbernic |
| Released | 2021 / 12 | 2022 / 12 |
| Type | Vertical | Vertical |
| OS | Onion OS, MinUI | Proprietary (Linux), GarlicOS, MinUI, Batocera |
| Performance | ||
| Chip (SoC) | SigmaStar SSD202D | Actions Semiconductor ATM7039S |
| CPU | Cortex-A7 | Cortex-A9 |
| GPU | "2D Graphics Accelerator" | PowerVR SGX544MP |
| RAM | 128 MB DDR3 | 256 MB DDR3 |
| Storage | External MicroSD | Dual External MicroSD |
| Cooling | ❌ | Heatshield |
| Power tier | Entry | Entry |
| Display | ||
| Screen size | 2.8 inch | 3.5 inch |
| Screen type | IPS | IPS |
| Resolution | 640 x 480, | 640 x 480 |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Pixel density | 285.71 PPI, | 228.57 PPI |
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 |
| Body & battery | ||
| Battery | 2000 mAh (Swappable) | 2100 mAh / 2600 mAh |
| Weight | 106 grams | 175 grams |
| Dimensions | 65 mm x 93.5 mm x 18 mm | 81 mm x 117 mm x 20 mm |
| Shell | Plastic | Plastic |
| Colors | White, Retro Gray, Transparent Blue, Transparent Black | Gray, Transparent White, Transparent Purple |
| Ports & connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ❌ | ❌ |
| Video out | ❌ | Mini HDMI Top facing |
| Charging port | USB-C | USB-C Bottom facing |
| Audio out | 3.5mm Headphone | 3.5mm Headphone Bottom facing |
| Speakers | Single Mono Front facing | Single Mono Front facing |
| Miyoo Mini | RG-35XX | |
|---|---|---|
| Game Boy / Color | A | A |
| NES | A | A |
| Genesis / Mega Drive | A | A |
| Game Boy Advance | A | A |
| SNES | A | A |
| PlayStation 1 | A | B |
| Nintendo DS | B | D+ |
| Nintendo 64 | F | D |
| Dreamcast | F | D |
| PSP | F | D |
| Sega Saturn | F | F |
| GameCube | F | F |
| Nintendo 3DS | F | F |
| Nintendo Wii | F | F |
| PlayStation 2 | F | F |
| Switch | F | F |
| Wii U | F | F |
| PlayStation 3 | F | F |
Bottom line: The RG-35XX is the cheaper option at $50–$56.
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