Anbernic RG35XX
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The RG-35XX is a vertical retro gaming handheld released in 2022 by the Chinese manufacturer Anbernic. It is built around the Actions Semiconductor ATM7039S with 256 MB DDR3, has a 3.5 inch IPS 640 x 480 display, and uses a 2100 mAh / 2600 mAh battery. Its documented emulation ceiling is SNES full speed, placing it in the budget tier for retro game emulation.
Charging quirkUses a simple 5V charging circuit with no USB-PD negotiation, so many USB-C PD/GaN chargers and E-marked C-to-C cables charge it slowly, only when powered off, or not at all. Use a basic 5V USB-A charger with a USB-A-to-C cable.Why this happens & how to fix it →How far can it go?
Runs everything up to SNES at full speed, and pushes as far as PlayStation 1 with some compromises.
Realistic ceiling: SNES FX & 3D PS1 (mostly 60 FPS)
Specifications
| Chip (SoC) | Actions Semiconductor ATM7039S |
|---|---|
| CPU | Cortex-A9 |
| GPU | PowerVR SGX544MP |
| RAM | 256 MB DDR3 |
| Screen size | 3.5 inch |
| Screen type | IPS |
| Resolution | 640 x 480 |
| PPI | 228.57 PPI |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz |
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 |
| Battery | 2100 mAh / 2600 mAh |
| Cooling | Heatshield |
| Storage | Dual External MicroSD |
| Connectivity | ❌ |
| Speakers | Single Mono Front facing |
| Charge port | USB-C Bottom facing |
| Charge input | 5V (no USB-PD) |
| USB data | USB 2.0 |
| USB-C video out | No (charge/data only) |
| Video output | Mini HDMI Top facing |
| Audio out | 3.5mm Headphone Bottom facing |
| Headphone jack | Yes (3.5mm) |
| Other ports | microSD |
| Dimensions | 81 mm x 117 mm x 20 mm |
| Weight | 175 grams |
| Shell | Plastic |
| Colors | Gray, Transparent White, Transparent Purple |
Pros & cons
👍 Pros
- pocketable, decent build quality, cost
👎 Cons
- bad stock OS
Firmware & OS
Operating systems and custom firmware this device can run — the best pick depends on what you want (easy setup, performance, battery, or game ecosystem):
- GarlicOS 2 Beginner-friendly — Original 2023 model (Actions chip). source
- MinUI Community — Compatible with the original RG35XX; some later hardware batches need a matching build. source
- muOS ✕ Not supported — Does NOT run on the original Actions-chip RG35XX — muOS targets the Allwinner H700 models only. source
Compare prices & buy
from $50 – $56
$50 (Early discount) $56 (Retail) (+ shipping)
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