The Anbernic RG35XX Pro ($50) and MagicX XU20 V32 ($53) are both entry-level vertical handhelds released in mid-2025, but they differ in OS and emulation reach. The RG35XX Pro runs Linux on an Allwinner H700 and can handle Dreamcast, making it the stronger emulator of the two. The XU20 V32 runs Android 10 on an Allwinner A133 Plus, topping out at PSP, but suits buyers who want Android app access over raw emulation ceiling.
| RG35XX Pro | XU20 V32 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $50 | $53 |
| Brand | Anbernic | MagicX |
| Released | 2025 / 06 | 2025 / 08 |
| Type | Vertical | Vertical |
| OS | Linux | Android 10 |
| Performance | ||
| Chip (SoC) | Allwinner H700 | Allwinner A133 Plus |
| CPU | Cortex-A53 | Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Mali-G31 MP2 | PowerVR GE8300 |
| RAM | 1 GB LPDDR4 | 2 GB DDR4 |
| Storage | Dual External MicroSD | — |
| Cooling | ❌ | ❌ |
| Power tier | Entry | Entry |
| Display | ||
| Screen size | 3.5 inch | 3.2 inch |
| Screen type | IPS | IPS Touchscreen |
| Resolution | 640 x 480 | 1024 x 768 |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Pixel density | 228.57 PPI | 400 PPI |
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 |
| Body & battery | ||
| Battery | 3200 mAh | 3200 mAh |
| Weight | 198 grams | 160 grams |
| Dimensions | 81 mm x 128 mm x 22 mm | 83 mm x 112 mm x 24 mm |
| Shell | Plastic | Plastic |
| Colors | White, Black, Transparent Teal | Black, Transparent Black, Transparent Green shown in teasers |
| Ports & connectivity | ||
| Wireless | WiFi 5, Bluetooth 4.2 | WiFi 4 |
| Video out | Mini HDMI Top facing | ❌ |
| Charging port | USB-C Top facing | USB-C x2 Top & Bottom facing |
| Audio out | 3.5mm Headphone Top facing | 3.5mm Headphone Bottom facing |
| Speakers | Single Mono Front facing | Single Mono Front facing |
| RG35XX Pro | XU20 V32 | |
|---|---|---|
| Game Boy / Color | A | A |
| NES | A | A |
| Genesis / Mega Drive | A | A |
| Game Boy Advance | A | A |
| SNES | A | A |
| PlayStation 1 | A | A |
| Nintendo DS | B+ | A- |
| Nintendo 64 | B | B |
| Dreamcast | B | B |
| PSP | C | B- |
| Sega Saturn | C- | C |
| GameCube | D- | D- |
| 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 RG35XX Pro is the cheaper option at $50; the XU20 V32 is more powerful and emulates more demanding systems.
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