ClockworkPi GameShell
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The GameShell is a vertical retro gaming handheld released in 2018 by ClockworkPi. It is built around the Allwinner R16-J (ClockworkPi V3.1) with 1 GB DDR3, has a 2.7 inch TFT 320 x 240 display, and uses a 1020 mAh BL-5C (Swappable) 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.
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) | Allwinner R16-J (ClockworkPi V3.1) |
|---|---|
| CPU | Cortex-A7 |
| GPU | Mali-400 MP2 |
| RAM | 1 GB DDR3 |
| Screen size | 2.7 inch |
| Screen type | TFT |
| Resolution | 320 x 240 |
| PPI | 148.15 PPI |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz |
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 |
| Battery | 1020 mAh BL-5C (Swappable) |
| Storage | Internal MicroSD |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, WiFi |
| Speakers | Dual Stereo Front facing |
| Charge port | Micro USB |
| Video output | Micro HDMI |
| Audio out | 3.5mm Headphone |
| Dimensions | 136 mm x 85 mm x 24 mm |
| Weight | 195 grams |
| Shell | Plastic |
| Colors | White, Yellow, Red |
Pros & cons
👍 Pros
- Modular
👎 Cons
- Shoulder buttons only as ugly shelf add-on
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