Anbernic RetroGame RS-97
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The RetroGame RS-97 is a horizontal retro gaming handheld released in 2017 by the Chinese manufacturer Anbernic. It is built around the Ingenic JZ4760 with 128 MB DDR2, has a 3.0 inch TFT 320 x 480 display, and uses a 700 mAh (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 JZ4760 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 700 mAh (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, White |
Pros & cons
👎 Cons
- Exposed LCD
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