Anbernic RetroGame RS-97 Plus
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The RetroGame RS-97 Plus is a horizontal retro gaming handheld released in 2018 by the Chinese manufacturer Anbernic. It is built around the Ingenic JZ4760B with 128 MB DDR2, has a 3.0 inch TFT 320 x 480 display, and uses a 1800 mAh BP-5L (Swappable) battery. Its documented emulation ceiling is GENESIS full speed, placing it in the budget tier for retro game emulation.
How far can it go?
Runs everything up to Genesis / Mega Drive at full speed, and pushes as far as PlayStation 1 with some compromises.
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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) | Ingenic JZ4760B |
|---|---|
| CPU | XBurst |
| GPU | Vivante GC200 |
| RAM | 128 MB DDR2 |
| Screen size | 3.0 inch |
| Screen type | TFT |
| Resolution | 320 x 480 |
| PPI | 133.33 PPI |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz |
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 |
| Battery | 1800 mAh BP-5L (Swappable) |
| Storage | Internal & External MicroSD |
| Connectivity | ❌ |
| Speakers | Single Mono Front facing |
| Charge port | Mini USB |
| Video output | AV Out |
| Audio out | 3.5mm Headphone |
| Dimensions | 144 mm x 64 mm x 19 mm |
| Weight | 142 grams |
| Shell | Plastic |
| Colors | Transparent Black |
Pros & cons
👎 Cons
- Exposed LCD, not true analog (d-pad mirror)
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