AnbernicStreet price: $220

Anbernic RG556

Anbernic RG556 retro handheld

About this device

The Anbernic RG556 is a large-screen Android powerhouse with a 5.48-inch AMOLED display. It excels at PS2 and PSP emulation with its ample processing power and delivers a premium visual experience for extended home sessions.

The Anbernic RG556 is a large screen Android powerhouse built around a stunning 5.48 inch AMOLED panel. With the Unisoc T820 and 8 GB of RAM, it handles PS2 and PSP with room to spare and looks gorgeous doing it. This is a couch and commute device rather than a pocket one, at around 300 grams. The main trade off is battery life, which runs shorter under load, so a power bank helps. For home sessions where you want a big, vivid screen and solid emulation muscle, the RG556 delivers a premium feel for the money.

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Best for
PS2 emulationLarge screen fansAndroid power usersHome gaming

Anbernic RG556 Specifications

Screen
5.48" AMOLED touchscreen, 1080×2400
Processor
Unisoc T820 (octa-core @ 2.7 GHz)
GPU
Mali-G57 MP4
RAM
8 GB LPDDR4X
Storage
128 GB + microSD
Battery
5,500 mAh (~4–6 hrs under load)
Operating System
Android 13
Cooling
Passive (no fan)
Controls
D-pad, ABXY, L1/L2/R1/R2, Start/Select
Connectivity
USB-C (DP out), Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0, 3.5mm
Dimensions
193 × 88 × 18 mm
Weight
300 g
Released
2024

Specifications are compiled from our hands-on review and manufacturer listings. Vary by model variant where noted.