Barely. The PowKiddy X39 struggles with Nintendo DS. A few of the lightest titles are tolerable, but most games — certainly The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass and Nintendogs — run too slowly to enjoy. If Nintendo DS matters to you, look at a stronger device below.
| Nintendo DS game | On this device |
|---|---|
| New Super Mario Bros. | Choppy but runs |
| Pokémon Platinum | Choppy but runs |
| Mario Kart DS | Choppy but runs |
| The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass | Won't run well |
| Nintendogs | Won't run well |
| Kirby Canvas Curse | Won't run well |
Why Nintendo DS is the test: two screens and a touch panel — the challenge is the dual-screen layout and 3D, not raw power.
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