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Tiger Telematics Gizmondo

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The Gizmondo is a Windows gaming handheld released in 2005 by Tiger Telematics. It is built around the Samsung S3C2440 with 64 MB SDRAM, has a 2.8 inch TFT 320 x 240 display, and uses a Li-ion (Swappable) battery. Its documented emulation ceiling is NES full speed for PC games and high-end emulation. Notable hardware features include video output, Bluetooth, GPS, GSM tri-band for SMS/MMS.

How far can it go?

Runs everything up to NES at full speed, and pushes as far as PlayStation 1 with some compromises.

A
GB
A
NES
B
Genesis
B
GBA
C
SNES
C
PS1
F
DS
F
N64
F
Dreamcast
F
PSP
F
Saturn
F
GameCube
F
3DS
F
Wii
F
PS2
F
Switch
F
Wii U
F
PS3
Full speedGreatPlayableBarelyWon't run

Realistic ceiling: Most SNES runs at 60 FPS but lags with FX & Mode 7 games, most 2D PS1 runs fine (not all at full 60 FPS) but lags with 3D games

Specifications

Chip (SoC)Samsung S3C2440
CPUARM920T
GPUNvidia GoForce 3D 4500
RAM64 MB SDRAM
Screen size2.8 inch
Screen typeTFT
Resolution320 x 240
PPI142.86 PPI
Refresh rate60 Hz
Aspect ratio4:3
BatteryLi-ion (Swappable)
StorageInternal 128 MB NAND & External SD
ConnectivityBluetooth, GPS, GSM tri-band for SMS/MMS
SpeakersSingle Mono Front facing
Charge portMini USB, DC Power
Video output
Audio out3.5mm Headphone
Dimensions138 mm x 82 mm x 32 mm
Weight155 grams
ShellPlastic
ColorsBlack/Silver

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