Anbernic RG35XX Final Review
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- čas přidán 1. 08. 2024
- The Anbernic RG35XX has been out for a couple months now, and with some recent updates to the GarlicOS custom firmware, I think it's time to make a "final" review of the device to see if it's worth its modest $55 (+ shipping) price tag.
Where to find the RG35XX:
Anbernic.com: bit.ly/3YmokyH
AliExpress: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DDd...
Amazon (more expensive but Prime shipping): amzn.to/3wMs5Rc
RG35XX GarlicOS starter guide: retrogamecorps.com/2023/01/03...
Note that near the end of the video I said it has a "micro HDMI" port but it is in fact a mini HDMI port.
This was a review unit sent to me by the manufacturer. All opinions are my own, they did not see this review ahead of time, and no money was exchanged in any way.
Timestamps:
00:00 introduction
02:52 tech specs and pricing
03:56 supported systems
04:45 color options and hardware
08:36 size comparisons and pocketability
11:29 stock firmware experience
12:08 GarlicOS orientation
13:21 RTS and over/underclocking
14:20 gameplay testing
21:02 new themes and boxart
22:11 HDMI functionality
23:34 summary (likes and dislikes)
26:24 Miyoo Mini discussion
28:16 conclusion
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#Anbernic #RG35XX #MiyooMini - Hry
Note: I accidentally said “micro HDMI” around the 22-minute mark, the device in fact has a mini HDMI port.
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Wait, Pico-8 is now included? I hope it's FAKE-08 and not retro8? Is it a libretro core or standalone?
@@TarikA Fake-08 is included 😄
Man, your videos are so incredible. I wish you reviewed everything I'm considering buying in life.
Big facts here. Always awesome videos love all of them specially as I've gotten back into retro gaming via emulation specially on handhelds
I know right?
This guy is so energetic and his reviews are extremely well put together
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This!
Was just thinking this. Solid review all around.
Just ordered an OG GB version of this and greatly looking forward to it. Your exhaustively comprehensive reviews have been essential to being able to make an informed buying choice.
Hope you enjoy it!
@@RetroGameCorps Does Garlic OS have a SEARCH function? I'm not able to find it. Have to go back to stock OS to use Search function :(
My sentiments exactly too. Cant wait for mine to come tomorrow
@LIL D 916 I'm in the UK got it next day through "DroiX"
Can you use Bluetooth wireless headphones?
This is such an awesome channel, and thank you for your service, Russ! I served on USS Topeka (SSN 754) on the Submarine Base at Pearl Harbor.
I really appreciate the effort you put into each video. Everything is explained extremely well and at the end the viewer learns everything they need to know to make their own decision if the device is the right choice.
New to retro gaming and have been binge watching your videos. Ordered my RG35xx! Can't wait
Man I was actually looking for a refurbished GBA for the longest time, but recently found out about these. Did a lot of research and saw a lot of your videos, finally pulled the trigger. It's almost a no brainer, they're a bit more expensive as I'm typing, but the way orignal GBA systems are going, this one is almost a no brainer. Thanks for the work you put into these videos.
I got the RG280V for my son for Christmas after watching your review. I played it too and it's awesome, which made me want to get a handheld. I picked up this RG35XX and I'm totally happy with it. It's my first handheld ever and brings me back to when I was a kid.
You sold me on the 35xx so I just ordered one. Can't wait to get it set up. Thanks for the great content!
This was an amazing review of this system. I've been trying to decide which handheld I'd like to get for my first retro system & I think I'm gonna pick this one up! Thanks!!
Been watching your for sometime now. I love the videos, they are very informative. I just purchased and received the RG35XX. I love it and I am looking forward to ordering new systems based on your reviews. Thank you.
Really loving the couch format nice to see your face it makes the reviews less sterile - great work I’ve used your channel for my three first handhelds!
Found this channel yesterday. Love it! Subscribed instantly. Good look on all the help. Just bought a 35xx. Can’t wait!
Awesome! Thank you!
Your earlier review got me to buy this as I was extremely impressed at how quickly garlicos came about and improves the customizability of the device. Your written guide also made it a quick and simple process to set up. Can’t believe this thing comes from the same company that made the souljagame consoles lol. Now I play all my childhood gba games on it!
Thanks for the review. I decided for my use case this device makes the most sense for me and will be using your guide to get it setup once it's in! Thanks again!
I bought it last week after watching your first video and for the price I really can’t complain. Perfect for playing GB/GBA games which was my main goal and excited to see which handheld I’ll move on to next. 😁
Great review! Wow! $55 (+ shipping) for this seems like an incredible deal! Honestly, despite not being perfect, this seems like a retro gamers' dream come true! Garlic OS seems really awesome as well!
so cool i got mine
too
Does it come with Garlic OS or do I have to install it?
You have to install
I got one of these to be my first retro handheld a few weeks ago and I'm really glad I did. It plays everything well and with all these updates to Garlic I've got a fun project to tackle this weekend. Thanks for all the videos and extensive coverage of this device. It made my choice really easy.
How long was the shipping' patiently waiting 4 mines
@@devin9748 It took about two weeks ordering from the official site. Places like Amazon or other sellers could take more or less time so I'm not sure there. I hope you get yours soon!
Thanks for the video review and the super in-depth written guide (I'm a sucker for following written guides over video tutorials). Got the RG35xx for when I'm on call overnight. Can't wait to get stuck in. Hope you and your loved ones are safe with all that's going on over there.
Thanks for the support! We're on a different island, but thank you for the concern.
I ordered this and just got it in over a month ago. Recently updated it and it’s so good! I’ll also be picking up the miyoo mini+ in when it’s readily available but for anyone wondering, this is a great handheld. It’s definitely worth it
Just ordered one myself. This will be my first retro handheld. Question if you don’t mind.. the operating system it comes with has games preloaded. If you update, do you have to put your own games on it?
Recently ordered one of these in the nostalgic translucent purple and I am so excited for it to show up. I do plan on trying to put garlic OS on it and will be following your guide.
RIP MiYoo Mini 😭
As much as I love the 35xx and will probably love the Mini+ I sure hope the teeny tiny form factor doesn't get abandoned.
Awesome vid as always my dude!
Awesome work with both video review and updating your setup guides! With GarlicOS and the continual updates, the 35xx has overtaken the Miyoo Mini as my go to handheld. The bigger size is more comfortable, the hands don't get as cramped after longer play time. Not selling the Miyoo though, it's too hot a commodity...
Sell it while it's hot, get the most money that way. That said, having a backup is not bad, I expect. Do you feel the miyoo is less durable than the 35xx?
@@bipbop3121 Nah, the few extra $ profit won't break the bank vs the regret of not having one at all. As far as durability, the 35xx feels slightly more solid, however I haven't dropped either. Only heard from others that the Miyoo 'is' fragile.
I just ordered this system and I'm really excited about the rg35xx I'm a 90s kid so alot of the games have alot of nostalgia for me and everything that thing plays is perfect for me and my style of relaxation gaming. Thank you for your reviews of this system
Just ordered yesterday and I'm looking forward to upgrade it to garlic OS as soon as I get it. I'll follow your written guide, thanks for the review ross. 🙏
Just ordered one, thans for the incredible video. I will be following the Garlic Guide! as soon as it arrives.👍
one thing i know for sure, when i get my hands on a new retro handheld device, i'm sure to get all the infos i need and then some on your YT channel and website .... keep up the great work, you're an asset to the retro community !
Thanks! Recently discovered your videos and I love them!
The function for the price here is what makes it best in class for me. I can see how it's compared to Miyoo Mini, but I'd consider this the best budget handheld. There's room for both in my collection.
Plus they're actually available.
Sure seems better than the miyoo in every way.
@@operator8014 Apparently the GPU has been unlocked in the last day or so as well
@@kaiserkreb would it be able to run shin Budokai (PSP)???
@@WholesaleJewelleryAustralia No idea. There has been lots of game testing going on and it does seem to run a handful of PSP games pretty well, considering the power of the system. Very much a work in progress.
Ended up buying one because of this, and I’m pretty happy I did. Also it’s a bit more pocketable than I expected. Thanks for the recommendation!
Just purchased one based mostly on your videos on it, thanks for all the info 👌
Bought mine last week and just waiting for it to ship but really excited to get my first retro handheld.
You did an amazing job with this review!
Bought the purple see thru version after watching your videos, excited for it to come in.
Edit after receiving and setting it up with garlicos and the roms I play. Pretty nice experience for the money can’t lie.
I've watched hundreds of videos about retro handhelds but never fancied anything outside of the Steamdeck and the Analogue Pocket, but I've now got a grey RG35XX coming in the post as a result of this review! GarlicOS looks perfect for pick up and play vibes.
The best retro handheld. Love this thing on airplanes, playing the Minnish Cap, Golden Sun, Fire Emblem, Pokemon, Kirby, and 2D sonic. This + the steam deck will make any flight a breeze.
Exactly what I have. This for most retro games. And the steamdeck for things like N64 and up. Especially GameCube and ps2
@@NovaIsTheBot People of culture
@@cryengine_x stop trying to get attention. The steam deck is good and you know it. Yes its not the most powerful on the market. But it IS the cheapest. And almost always does exactly what everyone wants it to do.
@@cryengine_x "Nuh uh - my product is better than yours". You are an NPC.
@@cryengine_x You're the one starting shit. We just enjoy the product, unlike you who identifies with them.
cool to see this as soon as I open youtube, escpecially with the fact that my RG35xx arrives on Saturday :D
amazing overview. all my general questions were answered 👍🏼
I'm sad that I was late to the game in trying to pickup a Miyoo Mini 2. After watching all your videos on all the mini retro handhelds, I bought this one as soon as I hear about it from your first video and followed the guide to install Garlic OS. I'm loving it ❤️
Another upload!! This day is great
I love that the community fixes all the software issues that Anbernic ships with, but it gives Anbernic zero incentive to actually release a solid OS. They can half-ass it every time knowing that someone from the community will save the day.
It's nice that the community is willing to do the heavy lifting, but I wish Anbernic would at least try.
It's nice that the *FLOSS* community is willing to do the heavy lifting,
but I wish windowsUsers would at least try to use any linux distro for their daily workload driver :)
The basic one that comes with the 353V actually isn’t bad for once. Was actually surprised.
At least this time they had some arrangement before the machine release, the developer got a couple of free units and access to some extra info to port the os.
Anbernic are a device maker, not computer programmers. Anbernic are best at delivering a great device at a great price. The programmers are great at programming. If Anbernic were to hire programmers or develop the OS, it would increase costs. This customizable and dynamic market is best
You’ll never beat decentralized work.
Won’t happen especially for software.
Don’t blame a device manufacturer for a software issue
Just got one of these. Gonna try the Garlic OS. Thanks for the great info brother.
this was a random purchase by me from a fb post, after purchasing it then googling it, its way better then I thought. this is a whole new hobby!
Just bought mine on the strength of this review. ill be reading your garlicOS guide next.
Been watching this handheld and channel for awhile! I finally saved enough money for it! I am so ready! I was gameboy color kid so you know it's about to go down 😊
Great work and review!
Finally have my rg35xx in my hands. Now to have you walk me through installing Garlic!
Been waiting for this video to help me decide if I'll go for it or not. The Miyoo mini Plus bit made me waver a bit, but I'll stay the course. RG35XX it is!
Thanks, as always!
Enjoy, young k!
25:32 Greetings from RetroAchievements, thanks for the shout-out! Hopefully someday it won't be as niche of a platform - part of that will be that we'll hopefully see fewer and fewer handhelds skipping out on wi-fi as time goes on.
Thanks for stopping by, I'm a big fan!
Thanks Russ!. I love the dmg one. You should try out the better buttons for the back. They are a game changer for this device! They make it much more ergonomic. Also obviously garlic os 1.0 is a must, I use it with my onion is card from my mini. So good!
i've been highly debating between getting the rg35xx. seems like a great device for such a great price and widely available. but i'm also thinking on stopping myself from buying to see reviews of the upcomig miyoo mini plus.
it seems like garlicos has some catching up to do w onionos but has great potential. it's hard to not press that buy button w how easily available it is though. I would like to do a speaker upgrade though. hopefully there'll be some resources on how to swap them out in the future.
Thanks for the great video! You knocked it out of the park here as per usual!
UPDATE: In love with the RG35xx. Installing a dual sd card set up was a breeze with your guide. Much thanks!
You've sold me on this! My wife and I are both ordering one today. We have a huge collection of retro handhelds and have never tried an emulator console, but this looks fantastic.
Order me one too and ship it to me. Charity is awesome
This looks awesome, I was having a hard time choosing between the grey and the white. Ended up choosing the white so it looks a bit more modern and different to my original game boy 👌🏻
Thanks for the pocket test! A small detail to include but means alot!
The best part about these devices is I can play them without worrying about Wi-Fi. Adding Wi-Fi to them kinda takes away their best feature, and that’s for something you can take into a government building or airplane without worry.
There has never been any issue bringing wifi devices anywhere, is there? Just turn wifi off turn the system off when requested.
it is a problem for agent 47
@@thesidneychan old job I had wouldn't let you bring Wifi capable devices into the area even if you disabled it. :(
@@thesidneychan Some government and many high security buildings will not allow them. Some will prohibit you from bringing in a device with a camera.
@@ceremus that's understandable! It's just the wifi part that I found quite niche, since I can only think of some specific work places, industrial places, where wifi interference might cause problems to equipment. I've been to Disney Sea in Tokyo for a video shoot and they forbade us from using certain wireless audio equipment because it could screw with their sound system. They didn't confiscate them thankfully.
Thanks for your excellent tutorials!
Thank you for the thorough review. I have a Steam Deck and have been using that for emulation but I want a cheaper option mostly to play NES/SNES games. I want something smaller that I can fit in a pocket but not too small where it's uncomfortable to play. This seems like the best option and I just ordered the retro grey. It should arrive later today. I'm looking forward to playing it but I'll definitely need to check out your written guides to get the box art on there and change the theme. After having the box art on the Steam Deck I can't go back to just a screen of text lol. Thank you again and good luck with your channel!
Normally I don't care for transparent cases, but that one actually looks sleek, I like it.
Excellent overview thanks for giving me yet another device to do homework on and possibly add to my wish list! It’s size is a positive more than a negative price is right however.
More chicken screen time in 2023!
Your knowledge and video quality are best in this community.
Small tip, Please utilize that table top patter more when comparing sizes of handhelds. Thank you :)
Awesome review. Thank you.
A little tip, when on OG gameboy you can cycle through RetroArch screen colorization presets with the trigger buttons
Nice tip, thanks!
Thx so much for your review Russ, I ordered one. I'm a former 351v owner and had been looking for something a bit smaller (not too small). This fits the bill for me, and has a nice budget price! This sounds like a huge downgrade, but it was all about the size for me along with a CLEAN, SIMPLE OS. GarlicOS looks awesome and I'm excited to experience. I was always jealous of that on the miyoo mini but my large hands and old eyes can't use something THAT SMALL.
For my first device, could you please give me a suggestion, should I buy the RG351V or the RG35XX?, The analog and the performance are the things that I need to consider. Thank you!
You are so thorough. God bless you brother 🙏
The RG35XX/GarlicOS combination can't be beat for so cheap.
*YET
we must wait and see how the Miyoo mini+ will do on launch
@@nach0x That is if you can even buy it. It will probably end up being scalped and sold at a much higher price.
@@Obstone0 welp.. 🤔 You got a point there... 🤷♂️
@@KingCrimson82 one each, I mean come on, is less than $60 per console... I have spend far more in drugs and alcohol in 1 night 🤣👍
@@nach0xexcuse me
Just bought RG35XX.
A little jewel this console.
I'm replaying all the titles from my childhood.
Only downside I've seen so far on ps1 titles is a slight audio delay and sometimes some writing in the subtitles is like missing pieces of letters.
I love this device. Worth every penny.
Thank you for this!
Just ordered this super excited
Honestly all the colors look great on the 35xx. I bought 3 one for each one of my kids. The only issue I have with the clear models aesthetically is the type of adhesive they use is very visible on the back of the device stuck to the battery cover. Also quality control seems shotty at best when installing my sets of better buttons my grey model was missing the pieces locking down the back buttons. And one final note if you install better buttons into your 35xx take extreme caution when removing the old shoulder buttons. I've worked on boards with multiple handhelds so I generally consider myself to have a sensitive touch, but the little plastic bars holding the shoulder buttons into the device are very sensitive. With a soft touch I still lost 2 pieces on 2 handhelds which render the L2 on one model basically unusable and another button very finicky on another model. Word to the wise please take extreme care when doing this mod and follow the guide given with it as well.
or, just don't mod it at all
@@tynao2029 yeah that sounds like settling for using a worse system I'll pass
I ordered mine this evening. So hyped. Got a 2DS XL and Vita that I have homebrewed but it's not the same as this. This will just work and I won't be locked to the wide style grip that Vita and 2DS/3DS has. I.e. controls on the side of the screen.
Mine comes tomorow
Excited
Ordered one of these and a miyoo mini plus after watching your reviews. Love the breakdown and insight. Thanks for creating the guides and content. Keep it up!
Thank you for this video.
When you said end of week I expected sunday
Huge W
Cheers for the video Russ, excellent as always. Im Tempted by this, and the mention of Amiga emulation probably tips me over the edge. Have you done Amiga emulation with this or similar powered retroarch devices? Was wondering how tricky it is and what the performance is like. I was pretty happy with Amiga emulation on PSP for reference. Thanks!
Man I really love the music on these videos.
After waiting weeks for the Miyoo Mini 2, I decided to pull the trigger on this. Will be installing garlic OS on day 1 and I can’t wait.
Live in Hawaii as well, will totally help with any of those old retro consoles, lol.
Love the reviews, still like the idea of a pocket retro. Steam deck is still my favorite and phone works decent, but a small device with real buttons is just so nice sometimes.
The screen looks so good
I got 2 RG35XX. I simply love it and now use it more often than my Miyoo Mini.
The device feels solid and the properly working HDMI port is a big plus over the Miyoo Mini+. Battery life isn't great though.. and the USB charging passthrough needs to be enabled on Garlicos so you can basically go full console mode using your tv and a gamepad while charging.
Realistically on handheld, how long can the battery last on a single charge?
Really holding out for a 5 to 7 inch 4:3 handheld. I´m totally amazed nobody has done one yet considering the screens are readily available
Nice review. I just bought one for $40. I think it'll be totally worth the price.
I literally just bought the RG35XX but from Amazon today. It looks like it comes with a micro SD card with a ton of games on it already. It'll compliment my Steam Deck quite nicely!
I was kind of ignorant to the existant of all these types of devices, and when I was looking around I saw your videos on the Miyoo Mini v2 and immediately bought one, kinda glad I did since now as you say its very hard to find.
The garlic OS came out so fast and so impressive!
ikr, linux and FLOSS community is awesome!
even the ungrateful wind0wsSlaves got benefit from FLOSS development!
Just got this for 45 bucks. I’m so happy with it!
This is well worth $55. This is the perfect handheld for me as I just want to play Dr. Mario and Tetris on the go. The default OS outputs NES games incorrectly so GarlicOS has been a lifesaver.
I was lusting for an Analogue but it’s 4x the price and this does everything I want. Also really annoying that Analogue forces you to use physical carts or ROM drive carts.
its not $55. Shipping is NEVER free on this.
@@lisov4575how much is the shipping in the country you live?
@@lisov4575 Its on sale now
Too funny, actually watching this video to find something to fill the flight time to and from Hawaii in May!
I would say most TVs have a 4:3 and 16:9 function, at least here in Europe. That makes it very easy. Nice review. Thank you for that (thumbsup)
such a clean and minimalist desk wowwwwww
Speaking about fragile devices, my RG351M have had some hard falls and it takes'em like a champ. A little scratches here and there but still works flawlessly.
I have dropped my 280v from my pocket a couple of times, still working good.
sssshh, miyoominiWorshippers dont like this particular topic :p
@@NickDyers 😂
Is the screen bigger 9n the white or is there just no bevel? The screen on the white looks so much bigger
Part of the first 10 watchers, and I should be working!
You and me both
Likewise 😁...
Handhelds on our minds 24/7
I may not be top 10, but I definitely should be working.
Just ordered this as my first retro emulation device thanks to this video. Looking forward to playing pokemon and some ps1 rpg's on the go 🍻
How is it?
Dude I love my RG35XX with the garlic OS and the Mario Theme pull from the miyoo mini theme store
Nice little device!
Also if we could do a short video going more into detail about box art and that whole process that would be amazing. Day three of trying to get the box art to work after following the written guide to a T. Also I have a dual SD card setup
Bought it on launch.
No Regrets
Thinking of getting 4 of these for the fam