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Anbernic's RG 55G1 is the company's first Snapdragon-powered handheld. Here is everything we know so far about the Switch Lite-style device, and who should wait for it.

Two of 2026's Snapdragon handhelds go head to head. The Retroid Pocket Nova is a proven flagship-class device. The Anbernic RG 55G1 is a promising newcomer. Here is how to choose.

Anbernic's first Snapdragon handheld meets its MediaTek flagship. The RG 55G1 promises better drivers. The RG557 is proven and has an AMOLED. Here is which to buy.

The AYANEO Pocket Micro 2 puts a Snapdragon 865 in a tiny 3.5 inch shell. It sold out on launch day. Here is what it actually runs and who should buy it.

The Retroid Pocket Nova pairs a 4.5 inch 4:3 AMOLED with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 class chip, starting at $229. Pre-orders opened June 26. Here is what it runs and who should buy it.

A full setup guide for the AYANEO Pocket Micro 2. The best emulators, the right settings for its 3:2 screen, microSD tips, and how to get the most from the Snapdragon 865.

AYANEO launched the Pocket Micro 2 on June 26, 2026. It packs a Snapdragon 865 into a 3.5 inch shell and starts at $239. Here are the confirmed specs, pricing, and what it runs.

Retroid's $69 Dual Screen Add-on turns the Pocket Nova into a modern DS and 3DS style two screen handheld. Here is how it works, what it runs, and how to set it up for games you own.

Retroid opened Pocket Nova pre-orders on June 26, 2026. It pairs a 4.5 inch 4:3 AMOLED with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 class chip and starts at $229. Here are the confirmed specs, pricing, and what it runs.

The Snapdragon 865 is a 2020 flagship that keeps showing up in 2026 handhelds. Here is why its driver support matters, what it can emulate, and where it sits against newer chips.

The AYANEO Pocket Micro 2 keeps the original's charm and fixes its one big flaw. Here is exactly what changed, and whether owners of the first model should upgrade.

The AYANEO Pocket Micro 2 and Retroid Pocket Classic are the two premium micro handhelds to beat. One is a horizontal LCD, the other a vertical AMOLED. Here is how they compare.

The AYANEO Pocket Micro 2 brings a Snapdragon 865 and a sharp 3:2 LCD. The Retroid Pocket Mini counters with a vivid OLED and a much lower price. Here is the matchup.

The two big launches of June 2026 go head to head. The Retroid Pocket Nova brings a 4:3 AMOLED and a faster chip. The AYANEO Pocket Micro 2 is truly pocketable. Here is the matchup.

The Retroid Pocket Nova and Pocket 6 share a chip but split on screen shape. One is a 4:3 AMOLED for retro, the other a 16:9 AMOLED for everything. Here is the matchup.

Two retro-shaped Retroid AMOLEDs, two very different ideas. The Pocket Nova is a horizontal 4:3 flagship. The Pocket Classic is a vertical GBA-style pocket device. Here is the matchup.

The Anbernic RG DS is the brand's first dual-screen handheld. Two 4 inch screens and Android 14 for around $100. It is built for one job above all, and that is native Nintendo DS layout.

The TrimUI Brick Hammer Pro U takes the Brick shape upmarket. A Snapdragon G2 Gen 1, hall effect sticks, CNC aluminum, and USB-C video out turn the budget icon into a premium Android handheld.

2026 is the year the dual-screen handheld came back. From the $100 Anbernic RG DS to the AYANEO Pocket DS, here is every option and which fits you.

iiSU is a visuals-first Android launcher for handhelds, with a PSP and 3DS feel, a WiiSU menu mode, and RetroAchievements. Here is how to set it up.

Xbox 360 emulation arrived on Android with X360 Mobile and aX360e. Here is the honest state of it, the Snapdragon hardware you need, and which to pick.

Which phone specs actually matter for emulation, and the best phones for retro gaming in 2026 from budget to flagship. What you need for PS2, GameCube, and beyond.

Android is the most flexible phone for retro emulation. Here are the best Android emulators in 2026, what each plays, and how to set up your first game.

The Anbernic RG Rotate is a budget Android handheld with a square 720x720 screen that swivels on a hinge. A Unisoc T618 and a low $88 price make it a fun, affordable retro pick for GBA, NES, arcade, and vertical shmups.

How to set up DuckStation, the best standalone PlayStation 1 emulator, on your retro handheld. BIOS, upscaling, and the settings that make PS1 games look great.

The Anbernic RG Slide brings back the PSP Go slider. A 4.7 inch 4:3 LTPS screen, a Unisoc T820, and a clever sliding control deck make it one of the most interesting retro handhelds of the year.

The AYN Odin 3 is the new Android flagship to beat in 2026. A Snapdragon 8 Elite class chip nearly doubles the Odin 2, the 6 inch OLED is gorgeous, and RAM tiers climb all the way to 24 GB. Here is the full review.

The GameMT EX8 is the budget sleeper of 2026. A Helio G99, 6 GB of RAM, and a lovely 4.88 inch 3:2 screen for $140. It plays everything up to Dreamcast and PSP with ease.

How to set up Vita3K and play PlayStation Vita games on your handheld in 2026. The best devices, install steps, firmware, GPU drivers, and game notes.

The AYN Odin 3 brings a newer chip and a more pocketable 6 inch body. The Odin 2 Portal Pro answers with a huge 7 inch screen and a fully proven driver stack. Here is which AYN flagship to buy.

The AYN Odin 3 is the new power flagship. The Retroid Pocket 6 is the value flagship. One has the faster chip and a bigger battery. The other costs $80 less and slips into a pocket. Here is how to choose.

The AYN Odin 3 is the Android emulation king. The Steam Deck OLED is a full PC in your hands. They look similar and do very different jobs. Here is how to pick the right one.

The Ayaneo Pocket Air is a slim Android handheld with a 5.5 inch AMOLED screen and the Dimensity 1200 chip. It is a stylish device for PS2 era emulation.

The Ayaneo Pocket S is a premium Android handheld with the Snapdragon G3x Gen 2 chip. It is built to push PS2, GameCube, Wii, and Switch emulation.

The Ayaneo Pocket S and Retroid Pocket 6 are two flagship Android handhelds. One has a big 120Hz screen and a gaming chip. The other has an AMOLED panel and a much lower price.

The Anbernic RG557 is the new Anbernic flagship for 2026. AMOLED, a big 5500 mAh battery, and the strongest Anbernic chipset to date. Here is the full review.

The AYN Odin 2 Portal Pro at $399 is the Switch emulation sweet spot of 2026. A 7 inch 1080p OLED, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, and 12 GB of RAM make it the most consistent recommendation in the premium Android handheld tier.

The Mangmi Pocket Max is the wild card of 2026. A 7 inch 144Hz AMOLED, magnetic swappable controls, and a $199 price. Here is whether it earns a place in your collection.

The Retroid Pocket Classic packs a Snapdragon G1 Gen 2 and a 3.92 inch AMOLED into a GBA inspired vertical shell. PS2 and GameCube in a $219 pocketable device. Here is the full review.

Three Switch emulators dominate Android handhelds in 2026. Eden, Kenji NX, and Citron each have strengths. Here is how to pick the right one.

EmuDeck for Android is in open beta and turns the painful multi-emulator setup into a one-click install. Here is how to run it on your handheld in 2026.

The Snapdragon 8 Elite is the next leap for Android handhelds, led by the AYN Odin 3. Here is what it changes and whether you should wait.

Switch 2 emulation is the hottest topic in handhelds this year. Here is an honest look at where the projects stand, which devices run them, and what to expect.

Two Anbernic 2026 flagships, two different philosophies. The RG557 AMOLED with a huge battery, or the RG477M with a 4:3 LTPS panel in a metal chassis. Here is the full comparison.

Three premium Android handhelds, three different priorities. Here is how the AYN Odin 2 Portal Pro, Retroid Pocket 6, and Anbernic RG557 stack up in 2026.

Dusk is a native PC and mobile port of Zelda: Twilight Princess, built on the GameCube decompilation. Here is how it runs on Steam Deck, PC, and Android.

The Anbernic RG477M is the brand's first true premium metal handheld — a Dimensity 8300, 12GB of RAM, a 120Hz LTPS panel, and PS2 at 2.5x. Here's what early launch coverage tells us about the strongest Anbernic Android device yet.

EmuDeck for Android turns hours of emulator setup into about 20 minutes. Here is how to install it on a Retroid Pocket 6 or AYN Thor, plus key DS tweaks.

The Anbernic RG Vita Pro pairs a 5.5-inch 1080p display with the RK3576 chipset and dual-boot Android/Linux. We test PSP upscaling, PS2 performance, and whether it justifies the price.

Retroid's two best handhelds go head-to-head. We compare the RP6's Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 against the RP5's Snapdragon 865 across emulation performance, battery, display, and value.

Full review of the Anbernic RG Vita retro handheld. Covers the PS Vita inspired design, emulation performance, build quality, and whether the nostalgia factor is worth the price.

Step by step guide to setting up AetherSX2 for PS2 emulation on Android retro handhelds like the Retroid Pocket 5, Retroid Pocket 6, and other Snapdragon devices.

Linux vs Android retro gaming handhelds explained. Setup complexity, emulation performance, custom firmware options, and which OS fits your needs.

A step-by-step guide to setting up the Retroid Pocket 5. Android setup, emulator installation, BIOS files, controller mapping, and library tips.

How to install and configure Dolphin on your Android retro handheld for GameCube and Wii emulation. Covers settings, performance tips, and controller mapping.

How to install and configure GammaOS on your Anbernic Android handheld. Get a gaming-focused launcher, better controls, and tuned emulator settings.

The Retroid Pocket Flip 2 packs a Snapdragon 865, 5.5-inch AMOLED display, and PS2/GameCube emulation into a foldable design. Full review.

A practical guide to GameCube and Wii emulation on Android retro handhelds — which devices can handle it, which games run well, and how to optimize Dolphin.

The only handheld with two AMOLED screens and a metal hinge — and the definitive device for DS and 3DS emulation. If you know why that matters, the AYN Thor is for you.

The best Android handheld under $250. Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 power, a 5.5" 120Hz AMOLED screen, and 6,000mAh battery — the RP6 sets the benchmark for 2026.

The best handhelds for PS2 emulation in 2026 — which devices can actually run God of War, Shadow of the Colossus, and your PS2 library at full speed.

The best retro handhelds in the $60–150 range — where PS1 and N64 emulation is flawless, PSP gets viable, and some light PS2 starts showing up.

The complete setup guide for the Retroid Pocket 6 — install emulators, transfer your games, configure a frontend, and get the most out of Android-based emulation.

Same Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip, wildly different form factors. The RP6 is the best all-around Android handheld under $250. The AYN Thor is the only device that does DS and 3DS emulation right. Here's how to choose.

The Retroid Pocket 5 is the full-size Android retro handheld to beat — a 5.5" OLED screen, Snapdragon 865 power, and Hall-effect sticks at $219.

The Retroid Pocket Mini packs a Snapdragon 865 chip into a pocketable body with a stunning 3.7" OLED screen — one of the best compact retro handhelds of 2024.

Anbernic's flagship Android handheld packs a Unisoc T820 chip into a large, comfortable shell. Big screen, big power — big price.

The best mid-range retro handheld money can buy. The RP4 Pro handles everything from NES to PS2 and GameCube without breaking a sweat.