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The Anbernic RG35XX Pro and RG34XX SP share the same Allwinner H700 chip, run the same custom firmwares, and play the same library of games. The difference is shape — and $20. The RG35XX Pro is a vertical Game Boy-style slab at $50. The RG34XX SP is a clamshell GBA SP tribute at $70.
Same engine, different chassis. Here's how to decide.
Specs Head-to-Head
| Spec | RG35XX Pro | RG34XX SP |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Allwinner H700 | Allwinner H700 |
| GPU | Mali G31 MP2 | Mali G31 MP2 |
| RAM | 1 GB LPDDR4 | 2 GB LPDDR4 |
| Display | 3.5" IPS, 640×480, 4:3 | 3.5" IPS, 640×480, 4:3 |
| Analog Sticks | Dual (standard size) | Dual (compact) |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | 4.2 | Yes |
| HDMI Out | Yes (mini HDMI) | No |
| Battery | 3,200 mAh | ~3,200 mAh |
| Form Factor | Vertical slab | Clamshell |
| Weight | ~198 g | ~200 g |
| Price | ~$50 | ~$70 |
Performance
Identical. Both use the same H700 chip with the same GPU, so emulation performance is the same across every system. The RG34XX SP has 2 GB of RAM versus the Pro's 1 GB, but this doesn't meaningfully impact emulation — the H700's bottleneck is CPU/GPU performance, not memory.
Every game that runs on the RG35XX Pro runs the same on the RG34XX SP, and vice versa. muOS, KNULLI, MinUI, and ROCKNIX all support both devices.
Winner: Tie.
Analog Sticks
Both have dual analog sticks, but the RG35XX Pro's sticks are larger and more comfortable. The RG34XX SP's sticks are tiny out of necessity — the clamshell form factor doesn't leave room for full-size sticks. They're functional for light N64 and PS1 3D use, but extended sessions with camera-heavy games feel cramped.
If N64 and Dreamcast are a priority, the RG35XX Pro's sticks are meaningfully better. If you're primarily playing 2D games and only occasionally touching N64, the SP's sticks are adequate.
Winner: RG35XX Pro.
Pocketability and Screen Protection
The RG34XX SP wins on pocketability. The clamshell folds shut to protect the screen and reduce its footprint. It slips into a jeans pocket more easily than the RG35XX Pro, and you never worry about the screen getting scratched in a bag.
The RG35XX Pro is pocketable in a jacket or larger pants pocket, but the screen is always exposed. A screen protector is a smart investment if you carry it daily.
Winner: RG34XX SP.
Nostalgia Factor
If you grew up with a GBA SP, the RG34XX SP hits different. The form factor, the hinge click, the way it sits in your hand — it's an immediate callback to 2003. The KNULLI SP-specific bezels even recreate the GBA SP screen border around GBA games.
The RG35XX Pro's vertical Game Boy-style design has its own nostalgia appeal, but it's more generic — there have been dozens of vertical Game Boy-inspired handhelds. The SP shape is more distinctive and harder to find elsewhere.
Winner: RG34XX SP (if GBA nostalgia matters to you).
Connectivity
The RG35XX Pro includes HDMI output, which the RG34XX SP lacks. This means the Pro can plug into a TV for couch gaming with a Bluetooth controller — a genuinely useful feature for $50. Both devices have Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, so RetroAchievements, Netplay, and wireless file transfer work on either.
Winner: RG35XX Pro (HDMI is a real differentiator).
Firmware Support
Both have identical custom firmware support since they use the same H700 chip. The one firmware difference that matters: KNULLI's sleep-on-close feature for the RG34XX SP. When you close the clamshell, the device can sleep and resume exactly where you were. This is specific to the SP's form factor and makes it feel like a genuine finished product rather than an emulation box.
muOS is still working on SP-specific optimizations but works with the RG34XX H builds in the meantime.
Winner: Tie (same firmwares, with a minor SP bonus for sleep-on-close).
Value
The RG35XX Pro costs $50. The RG34XX SP costs $70. The Pro gives you better analog sticks and HDMI output for $20 less. The SP gives you a clamshell design, screen protection, and GBA nostalgia for $20 more.
On pure features-per-dollar, the RG35XX Pro is the better value. But value isn't everything — if the clamshell design is what you want, the $20 premium is reasonable.
Winner: RG35XX Pro (on value), RG34XX SP (on design appeal).
The Verdict
Buy the Anbernic RG35XX Pro if: You want the best value, better analog sticks, HDMI output, and don't care about clamshell designs. Best for N64/Dreamcast players, TV output users, and budget-conscious buyers.
Buy the Anbernic RG34XX SP if: You love the GBA SP form factor, want screen protection for daily carry, prioritize GBA gaming, and the $20 premium doesn't bother you. Best for GBA enthusiasts, pocket carry, and gift-giving.
Both are excellent H700 handhelds with the same emulation capability. The RG35XX Pro is the smarter buy. The RG34XX SP is the more charming one.