Retroid Pocket 4: The Best $150 Handheld Right Now*
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- Опубліковано 12 чер 2024
- The Retroid Pocket 4 is now shipping, so here is a quick review and comparison with its more powerful (and more expensive) sibling, the Retroid Pocket 4 Pro. We'll answer two questions in this video: is the RP4 worth $150, and is it worth spending another $50 to get the RP4 Pro instead?
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Timestamps:
00:00 introduction
00:57 specs and differences
02:52 size comparison
04:41 software and hardware quirks
07:46 game testing (retro through PSP)
09:39 benchmark comparisons
12:43 game testing (Saturn, 3DS)
15:06 GameCube and Wii
17:37 PS2
20:40 Switch and HDMI testing
22:22 summary (likes and dislikes)
23:57 conclusion
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Guys, please up vote this so he can see it.
Just a friendly tip for running games at full speed on Aethersx2 : You need to start the game, then go into settings, find the advanced section, and disable memory wrapping. In the graphics settings : Hardware Mode setting, select Unsynchronized. With these changes, games like Dragon Quest VIII which had massive slowdown in the town areas were running at the full 60fps even at 2x resolution on my Fire Max 11 tablet. You don't need to underclock or overclock.
Watched this on my phone to screen shot this comment 😂
Better way to fix it... Use Nethersx2
Oooo I'm going to try this on my Odin2!!!!
I don’t blame him for this oversight mistake, honestly the modifying hacking on emulators can be convoluted for many people. It may be a bit of a pain to reconfigure the settings again for a different game.
I don’t see any of these settings, is there something I’m missing? I’m using Aethersx2 3668
I appreciate how he always puts size comparisons up. Not only does it help see screen sizes, but you can gauge how well the ergonomics will be for different games.
Retroid Pocket 4 is my PSP replacement. The price, performance and build quality... $150 is a steal
That's a great way to game with this device. For me I have my Odin as my Nintendo PSP.
How’s the fan noise? I was considering the 4 Pro but wouldn’t like the noise on that unit.
@@johnathanchittuluru4131 High-end emulations like 3DS, Wii, Gamecube, Playstation 2, you'll definitely notice fan noise but anything below... not so much
interesting, the vita was my psp replacement (especially because of adrenaline adding psp directly into the vita)
the rp4 pro is my vita replacement
For sure and its fast as a pixel 6. Can be used a subsitute for phone, fo watching netflix, and videos too.
I'm getting this over the pro because i already have a steam deck and want something less precious/expensive that literally fits in my pocket. This fits that niche perfectly. I feel like 200$ is about the limit where i start to treat a thing with kid gloves.
I think if this was like, $120 instead of $150 it would be nuts. But at $150 besides the shipping you're probably already paying, you might as well save up the extra bit and get the pro.
Agreed! Alternatively, if it was $150 but shipping included everywhere (or like almost everywhere / very cheap shipping). But yea I agree. Even 130 would already almost there.
Yes, $129 would be the sweet spot.
Too cheap, especially for the Chipset. They wouldn't be able to accomplish that goal without cutting a significant amount of corners. Do you really want this Handheld to drop to Powkiddy levels of build quality.
By that logic, you might as well save up a bit more and get the Odin 2 instead. Power doesn’t come without a cost, and the Odin 2’s big battery will serve those with such needs far better. At a certain point, the performance is “good enough” for a user’s needs. If one is willing to accept the dreaded native resolution, and experience GC/PS2 as they were in a pocketable device, then this is a marked and budget friendly improvement over the beloved RP3+ in every way.
If this was 120, people will be like "the pro is almost twice the price, are they nuts"
Yeah, it would be great, but that's not how things work. For 120 you get 353 series of anbernik...you want more you pay more.
The rg556 cost more although it's slightly lower perf. So if we drop the same screen it would have costed 150 as well. The Odin light is another point of reference.
120 although great price, is kind of ridiculous as well.
Retroid Pocket 4: The best advertisement for the Retroid Pocket 4 Pro.
you say that but i fear many will be the rp4 not understanding the difference
@@nefariou5 I imagine some might. Some people don't even know what it does when they see it. It if your an informed consumer and you know what you're about to drop 150-200 bucks, you're probably going to think "why would I buy the lesser model?"
Or for the RG556.Only $20 more for 1080p AMOLED screen, great speakers and ergonomics is an amazing deal
@@azenyrthat one that fits in a pocket 🙄🤡
you really think the rg556 is better?@@azenyr
9:13 - Actually, 3x resolution isn't 720p. The PSP screen resolution is 480x272, which means a 3x scale would get you 1440x816, which is higher than the 750p screen on the Pocket 4. But it's good to know everything can run at 4x anyway, just for some extra clarity and supersampling.
Correct! Same for PS2 in a way, 2X doesn't mean the same on every game.
Good point, thanks!
I was literally a day away from ordering a 3plus before they announced the 4 and 4pro. I happily waited and greatly enjoy the 4pro
As opposed to figuratively?
"Even though I have seen comments like that on Reddit, which is a super positive place to hang out." 😂😂 God I love this channel. Thank you as always for your excellent work, sir.
This may be the ONLY Rp4 review out there! 😮
just said the same, no one purchased this model lol
@@goissilva yup, I don't see the appeal when it's only $50 for a much better version, but not everyone have extra $50 at the time.
The problem is that this model started shipping much later... and Retroid is also slow to ship.
@@goissilvathe base RP4 review models are just now getting into creators hands. It was sold after the RP4 Pro and won't ship to retail buyers until after Chinese New Years break.
@@phinyo2066 and is not worth
I bought the 4 Pro to replace my 3+ and it's been fine for the most part. I definitely consider it be worth 50 USD increase for the D1100 chip, 8 gigs of RAMs and Android 13 versus 11. A base Odin 2 would've been the future proof and superior option at 300 USD, but I want the best device that I would be realistically stick into a pair of pants or a jacket.
I just got into emulation and started with a miyoo mini plus. I’m getting the RP4 Pro bc it will suit my needs as a HH and a console for me and my kids ( lite use as a console). Love the videos and thank you for doing them.
A battery life test with other handhelds specially the pocket 4 pro would have been interesting. If a handheld for 50 dollar less gave me much better battery life that can still play most retro games than one with just better performance i would probably choose one with better battery life.
I agree! Battery Life is always a priority in a Handheld!
"Hey, what's that thing sticking out in your pants!?"
"Oh, this? Just my analogue stick"
Analogue stick.
Aka
Joystick
alr bruh😭😭😭
Russ: "This is going to be a quick review..."
Me: *raises eyebrow and checks the run time*
I love when reviewers truly enjoy to talk about the devices.
He treats us so good.
25 minutes is fairly quick for russ
@@jesusmetal92107 It's true!
Haha! But I still prefer Russ' in depth review rather than those 10 minutes overview videos.
Just what I've been waiting for!
Thanks Russ, I'll enjoy this video this evening
People tend to forget the RP4 non-pro plays many GC and PS2 games with infinitely less slowdown than the original consoles.
Great review! I actually ordered the RP4 Pro a month ago and it is arriving soon this week. I figured the extra $50 is well worth that extra power. can't wait to finally set it up and try it out! Being able to comfortably play many GameCube and PS2 games on a pocketable device was a huge draw for me. I've been waiting for a retro handheld device like this for awhile! It seems Retroid has set the bar pretty high here!
This is my new favorite UA-cam channel
I got the 4pro and I’m extremely satisfied with it, totally worth it got what I need. I also keep mine like almost exclusively docked using a switch pro controller and it works perfectly for me.
Why do that though? Why not just get a cheap PC that can play all the games this can play for cheaper?
excellent vid russ finally a decent review on the retroid 4
Been waitingggg for this one 🍻
Right, quick summery. Never change Russ.😊
Excellent video 👍
I really love your videos! I actually got the Pro version of the RP4 and your starter guide was really helpful!
What I can't figure out however is how to set up the Wii IR thing. It seems that dolphin changed a lot in version 5, so a lot of tutorials simply don't work anymore. Is it possible that you include the setup steps for Dolphin in your tutorial or on your written guide? I'd love to use it with the touchscreen of the RP4 but with the right analogue stick would be okay as well :)
I've been having a blast for 3 years now with my RG351. I think I'm going to wait one more generation before upgrading, though. Feels like we're right on the cusp of rock-solid 100% reliable Gamecube emulation for sub-$200 and that's my tipping point.
Retroid is on Chinese new year until the 19th, they've been that way for 2 weeks. Don't expect much for support or even fast orders any time soon. just a heads up!
I've really appreciated these videos. I hadn't purchased any of these handhelds over the last few years as I've been holding out for one that could handle GC, PS2, and 3DS very well. I really wanted to like the Retroid Pocket 4, because I have a weird attachment to the name 'Pocket' because the Game Boy Pocket was my first handheld growing up. But after watching all of these videos over the last few months, I finally decided on the Odin 2 and now I'm just waiting for mine to ship. I ordered the clear purple one, but I would've preferred if they had the clear teal that the Pocket 4 Pro has, because that looks awesome.
You made the right choice. Odin 2 is the end game for these devices right now and fully worth the price.
The Odin 2 is amazing in pretty much all areas. I love my Odin 2 Max very much at home. The only 2 areas that made me decide to buy the 4 pro as well are because of the pocketibility and location of the dpad for retro gaming, which Russ mentioned here and in other reviews as well.
@@jakesmith5278 it's funny, despite the fact that the GB Pocket was my first handheld, I've never been the type to pocket my games. Even as a kid I've always despised putting anything bigger than my house keys in my pockets. I just carry around a bag with me so if I'm bringing my game with me, I just shove it in there.
The main thing that made me take the Odin 2 was just that it appears to run the 3DS games a bit better than the Pocket, and I'm looking to actually get rid of my 3DS once I receive my unit. The other was just the ergonomics. Because the grips are built into the unit, the cases made for the Odin 2 accommodate that. Whereas with the Pocket, since the grip is a detachable, separate piece, the case is made for the unit without its grip. Both of these nitpicks seem silly to me considering the price difference, but I think the extra power behind the Odin 2 will leave me with less buyer's remorse.
@@BBB_bbb_BBBDo NOT sell your 3ds unless you're hurting for cash because those things are expensive now! I have grips for my 3ds and it's much more enjoyable.
Also you made the right choice if pocketability and portability isn't that important to you. For my the RP4 Pro is just small enough for me to not carry a backpack all the time I want a gaming device on my person.
Thanks so much for testing Saturn emulation on this.
I don't regret preordering the Odin 2 2 weeks ago when you announced it. I, for one, am fed up of getting the "nearly good enough" handhelds just because they cost "slightly less".
odin 2 max or a handheld pc if you want “the best” i guess
@@geng-gnar can't beat the price on the base for what you get. Otherwise I would've gone with a Steam Deck
the odin 2 is double the price of this, not slightly more
@@nefariou5 yes, and i’m saying that if you want the best, you’d probably get one that isn’t “slightly more”
You both misunderstood me. I am aware how much they cost and what's on the table. In the 5" sphere there is no better option than a RP, but I'm not looking for a 5" screen. In the realm of 6"+ screen there isn't a better piece for the price of 300 bucks, and what Odin 2 does in the realm of emulation at that price point is unparalleled. Bear in mind I am in Europe, and all of the ROGs, Decks and sum such cost way more than what you, I assume US folks, are paying for yours. So, once again, for 300 total I paid for Odin 2 with discount code and shipping included, I would otherwise get jack sh*t. And that RP 4 Pro would cost me like 50 less with everything included (in this case), so I call it a win in my book.
I'm definitely interested in the in-depth review of the RG556 and how it compares with the RP4Pro, after watching the "preview" video I'm not sure which one to get
5:10 That's a common artifact on some IPS panels. IPS is great for the price, better black levels and much better viewing angles than TN, less bleed than VA usually has, but the ghosting which is sometimes tinted is a rather noticeable tradeoff.
Excellent review Russ. My Ordin 2 is amazing but just not really pockeble. My 4 pro is on its way.
I really want to see a comparison between this and the Ambernic 556. Performance benchmarks are similar but the compatibility of emulators between the two different chipsets are intriguing.
I want that Pocket S video. I'm itching for it.
Intro music on this channel never gets old
So many new handhelds and pocket sizes coming out and it’s only the 3rd month of the new year
Im always looking for a wholesome, nice place to hang out. Ill have to try out this Reddit you speak of...
As someone who's just now getting into retro handhelds and trying to decide which one to buy, it seems to me that all the developers came together and made a deal to release products that all have at least one thing wrong with them, so that you'll buy all of them.
unfortunately, the pockets on most women's pants are only large enough for an early 00's flip phone at best. Pocketable turned into 'pocket-book-able' in my case... in which case i have my switch lite (or oled if i can get it from my boyfriend), Oukitel 8" ruggedized waterproof tablet, and my gamepad for my cellphone that is one of those 'case around the phone' deals and makes me remember why i haven't gotten one of these yet, though i still want one of course!
Hey Russ thanks for the review. Are you sure that the ghosting is only happening in the menu's because I've noticed it ingame as well especially on 2D android games. Also the color saturation is really off and there are microstutters on my rp4pro which I heard were due to vsync issues.
I have ghosting on my Pro and I'm waiting for an update that hopefully mitigates it.
Retroid announced a patch coming after Chinese New Years break that addresses some screen issues due to Mediatek drivers. They mentioned the ghosting a vsync issue specifically too.
It seems strange that none of the reviews seem to mention the vsync issue, its even noticeable in this review.
Was going to buy it but a lot of people are having issues with the R2 button.
3:09 this is the comparison I'm waiting for. My gut tells me if you're going to get the Retroid Pocket 4 D900 and the grip for comfort and affordability, you might as well get the Ambernic RG556 instead, as it seems to do about the same thing.
Also, the sticking out in your pants bit 😅
As for screen ghosting, I own a iPad mini. I’ve been using it since launch and only recently find out about the ghosting issue, and honestly, it didnt bother me much. As long as gameplay isn’t affected I don’t see ghosting as too much of an issue.
got the 4 pro waiting for it to arrive 😎
You will enjoy it, don't listen to people who crap on it
Appreciate the review, gotta ask, were you using high performance with ps2, wii and gc?
A $50 difference is a lot more in other countries than in the USA and some others. That would cost me an additional $67cdn so instead of $150/$202cdn to a $200/$269cdn is a big diff.
Yes, I was in high performance mode with Saturn and beyond. That’s a good point that conversion rates might make the $50USD more significant!
Ahh thanks Russ! @@RetroGameCorps
They need more D-Pad centric/top control styles. I'd love a high D-Pad 6-7" screen
I think we have basically reached the endgame with these retro handhelds, I don't see how much they can improve from stable GC/PS2 emulation without going into handheld PC territory
pocketable x86 device would be nice, though not sure if possible hardware wise
@@ExplicitniceNot possible, X86 Chipset's generate too much heat to be crammed into a Pocketable Handheld device.
That's what Odin 2 is in my opinion, it's limited only by the software and optimization. If a PS3/360 emulator ever comes to Android, Odin 2 should handle it well especially considering it can handle a lot of beefy Switch games.
The only thing that will change PS2 emulaton is an emulator that was sabotaged and abandoned.. the 4 pro has more than enough power
@@fillerbunnyninjashark271Idk about "more than enough", it needs High Performance mode with the fan blasting for a lot of games and even then it gets up to 90°C+ and drains battery like crazy. Could certainly stand to benefit from a more efficient chip, a better cooling solution, or both.
Totally jacked for the Retroid Pocket 5 review to drop next month 😅
And once you buy that the Odin 3 comes out!
A little clarification on PAL versions of games:
PAL versions of games are the European versions of a game. This means they're subject to different laws and customs that could lead to the game being different in some way. Usually, this is just a name change because a game's name in the North American market might mean something bad in another culture. For example, in the UK, the GBA game Crash Bandicoot: The Huge Adventure was changed to Crash Bandicoot XS.
But sometimes it's much more substantial, so it's important to keep this in mind when considering using the PAL version of a given game.
I wonder if you could take the 4 pro guts and use the 3+ screen..i just dont know about the pro screen,its just off
Looks great I like the additional analog R2 but not a big enough improvement in performance over the 3+ for me to buy this generation.
Russ as weird as this may be to say I SERIOUSLY appreciate the shots of you putting the devices in and out of your pants pockets. Genuinely important!
I agree it's a little hard to judge how big the device actually is without side by sides and seeing it out in the world.
Same, this is one of my favorite parts of the videos. We haven't had a major pocketable console from any of the big companies in a long while.
Hey Russ, how's the battery life 4 vs Pro emulating the same game?
4 lasts longer because weaker power, if pro was managed better it would last longer.
Already got RP4 Pro, my main complain is the screen just like you said, but it doesnt effect my gameplay.
The RP3+ screen still better. Hope with the future update retroid can fix the issue and add color profile, because i like cool color profile like RP3+ does.
About $50 more, i satisfy with it. RP4 Pro can emulate switch game what i want to play.
Retroid announced a patch coming after Chinese New Years that addresses some screen issues due to Mediatek drivers.
Cual es el problema de pantalla que tiene la retroid 4 pro?
Do you intend to review the Gameforce ACE, which has just been released? I believe it will be the real competitor to the Retroid Pocket 4 Pro, because it is the only one that has similar performance in the same price range.
I wasn’t told to grab a snack. I almost didn’t make it.
the market is so huge, i look for the perfect all in one game boy - advance sp device. Analogue looks nice but is always sold out. Which one do you recommend?
I would have liked to see a cpu benchmark against the PRO and the 556
Have a Question. Should i go with the Ayaneo 2(470€) or with the AYN Odin 2 Pro (350€)?
@RetroGameCorps, between the RP4 (D900, 5000mAh) at $150, the RP4pro (D1100, 5000mAh) at $199, and the Odin base (SD845, 6600mAh) now at $199, which do you feel is the best value among these 3?
Would you be willing to test Diablo Immortal and CoD. Trying to decide between this and the pro. Wouldnt mind saving the $50 if both of these run well on the base version of the 4
It's cases like this that I'm satisfied with the RP4 and instead of buying an Odin 2 just to play Switch games, I'll concede to simply using Moonlight/Sunshine and creating shortcuts (with boxart) in Moonlight straight to the ROMs.
I click the boxart of Mario Wonder or Zelda or even Wii U games like Wind Waker in Moonlight and they boot straight into the games at fullscreen with little to no latency. With Sunshine and Sunshine emulating a DS4 controller...I can even have gyro control...all on the RP4!
But for a bit more you got the pro,
but for a bit more you got the odin,
but for a bit more you got the steam Deck,
but for a bit more you got a gaming PC
But for a bit more you got a used sedan
@@jasonalec6573
😂
How much "bit more" is the eternal question though...
@@SicketMog it's a known marketing strategy, forgot the name. Apple devices for instance, you can get the cheap one, but it lacks enough storage, so you consider the same model with more storage, but for a bit more you get the pro, but not enough storage now, so you get the one above, and suddenly you spent double you intended to
I think the limit would be whether you'll pocket the device or use a travel case.
WAITING FOR THAT POCKET S REVIEW !!!!
I just picked up a retoid pocket 3 plus for $100. It came with lots of extra goodies (a case, 512 gb sd card, 2 128 gb sd cards, 2 nice grips, hall sticks, and 2 sets of headphones), and i feel like I got a good deal. i was working with a rg350 , so i feel like it's an awesome upgrade. I'm in the mindset that just because the new hotness came out, the pocket 3+ is still a great device. The next handheld i get will definitely be the 4 pro or if something comes out that's more powerful than that, ill grab it instead. I'm definitely happy with the 3 pro though. For $100, i feel like I got a pretty good deal. Any input? Did i get a good deal?
I got a good deal with my RP3+, $120 with grip and case. Still in the process of setting it up, I like it. Thinking about the 4, but the display and triggers bothers me. If I get it, I dont want my RP3+ to get neglected.
Which one to get for best GBA and PSP/PS2 gaming RP4 , RP4 Pro , RG552 or RG556? Maybe other?
I'm bot keen on OLEDs cause of the PWM, I like that both are LCD. Should I purchase this or the Pro if I'm looking to enable ps2 games and switch emulation. Or should I scrap both and equip my old Snapdragon 820 phone with a controller?
Retro is actually the fucking GOAT. I have been searching for the past couple of days for a normal RP4 review and none have appeared..... thank you.
4 weeks later and I’m still waiting on mine
Does anyone have the same Wild Life Stress Test scores for the original Steam Deck, Ally, etc.? Trying to compare a few more to those mentioned here, regardless of price.
Hello! Tell me, please, what is the name of the tape that is glued to the radiator for the outlet of warm air on the Retroid Poked 4Pro?
My RP4P L2 spring literally snapped while I was watching this.
Hey... For the @RetroidPocket .. Can it also be a good central media device to replace my Nvidia Shield with a dock?
RP4 is for me , love it.
If the 4 struggles to sell as well as the 4 Pro then maybe we can expect a small price cut in the future, at $125-130 this becomes an excellent deal (I paid $120 for my 4+128 Pocket 2S at launch and even now still feel like I got great value for money)
I really want these in the Pocket Flip chassis. I have loved mine, but wish I could just play PS2.
silly question, but can you get location information on an ap4 and run an offline gps app?
I don't understand gamers that say that something running under 60fps is unplayable. We used to play 30fps back in the day, so a slight dip below 60 is all right.
As I understand it, framerate dips for emulators also tie into game speed. So, if you are getting 57 fps vs 60, that's effectively a 5% drop of game speed itself, like going into slo-mo. It's not just visual.
Which is why folks recommend running PAL roms, where 100% game speed is at 50fps rather than the NTSC 60.
Can this play the Nobody May cry Mod for Kingdom Hearts 2 well? Im considering this device but running this KH2 mod is a deciding factor
Question what’s the difference between the retroid pocket 4 and the retroid pocket 4 pro ?
Value for budget, RP4 Pro for sure $50 for ram 4 to 8 is the most important choice for me. Other than that, android version 11 and 13 will take effect after this.
But as a collector, i will buy both but not from the official site as they ship very badly with no any bubble inside which post in my country is very bad.
Hello can you try if this can be connected to wireless headset thru bluetooth?
They should have try to price this down abit ($139?) or use maybe a different chip abit closer to the d1100.
Still a decent product overall, but then considering the Odin Lite got into hands of buyers more than a year ago (even after the delay) with the same chip, a larger 6 inch screen and battery for $199 does dampen the "wow factor" abit, and of course their own RP4 Pro does the same thing.
Now I'm wondering where the RG556 lies compared to BOTH the RP4 and RP4 Pro - is the performance difference justifying its price relative to the Retroids, or is it just the superior ergonomics and screen that'll have to sway my decision...?
"I had the same hesitation as you, but the Retroid's joysticks are really better, and the overall quality is superior. I wanted to get the RG556 to stream cloud games, but with the average quality joysticks, I think I'll lean towards the Retroid 4pro
If you prefer a larger screen and more ergonomic/comfortable feel, than go for the RG556. You will be basically paying $35 more for the better screen, ergonomics as the performance is the same as the D900/RP4.
If you want the best performance/dollar, the RP4 Pro, or if PS2/GC/Wii is your main interest as the chip is capable of running a very large portion of the library at 2x and higher (though no point going above 2x with the screen) , including stuff like of God of War 2 that cannot even run at 1x full speed on the RP4/RG556 without enabling hacks/accuracy impacting tweaks.
RP4 if you want the cheapest, happy with decent but not great performance for ps2/gc/wii. Still runs older systems (except saturn) perfectly at >= the resolution of the screen, and having dpad on top if that is important for you.
@@samhuang683 Oh, I always prefer Xbox/GC-style offset sticks, as my main focus is racing games, but I'm also an extremely cheap bastard, so if there's really no performance advantage with the RG556 over the base RP4, I'd rather save $35, though more likely, I'll just save all my money, and continue to wait for more/better options...
I’m still waiting on my 4 Pro that my brother ordered for my birthday last month to arrive in, hoping it’ll arrive in sometime soon. Still, that $150 for the standard 4 is a hell of a deal for what you get out of it all the same!
It took 6 weeks for my rg353m to arrive from China and 3 weeks for my rp3+ to arrive from China. Used same shipping. It'll arrive soon. I'm jealous.
Back when I ordered my 3+ last year; it only took 11 days in all for it to arrive; Ordered on January 2nd and it arrived the 13th. I’m hoping once we’re past the holiday I’ll get some updated info on its shipping 👍
Great video as always but I see that you are not mentioning anything about the Android version.
With A11, there's no support for controller mode with the built in controller.
Many games like Honkai Star Rail required the built in controller to be recognized as wireless Xbox controller to be supported on the controller mode.
On Odin 2 and RP4P, this won't be a problem due its Android version,
haven't seen the full video yet.
but personally I recommend go for the PRO if you can
The only thing that i don't like from retroid is the shipping cost to México. 40-50 dollars, that's a dealbreaker.
Still think RG556 is better. I got RP3+ and RG405M at the same time and the RG performed way better with what I wanted to play. I honestly regret buying RP3+. I already ordered RG566 and will most likely not buy a RP4P
How are the joysticks? I'm looking for something similar to N64's
I feel like the 4 has a good market in people who already have a Steam Deck or ROG Ally and want a smaller secondary device that's a little more pocketable. Like, for higher end GameCube/PS2 emulation, I would probably prefer the Steam Deck's larger screen on the whole... But something like the Retroid Pocket 4 would be perfect for SNES, Genesis, GBA, PS1, etc., games that don't necessarily need quite as big a screen to be enjoyable, and easier to pull out for a quick session on my lunch break at work or something.
To me, GameCube and PS2 are more nice-to-have than necessary given I already have a steam deck, so saving the 50 bucks could be worth it. Obviously that's not the case for everyone but I think it will be for a lot of people.
Then get the 2S if you gonna use it for PS1 and below, its even smaller.
I have an Ally... I got the 4 pro to play PS2/GameCube... My ally is for PS360/PC and the rest of switch the 4p cannot do... (Bayonetta, No More Heroes 3, Dragon Quest 11...)
So I guess aiming for 60 is out of the question... but I've been gaming at 30fps for the past 3 decades (even when I was able to afford a good PC I still kept it kosher and decided to stay midrange)... is 30 overall, on pretty much every emulator; doable?
My output via hdmi went pink on the red version, i think they rushed this device i went live doing some game testing last night and it was impressive for the price but definitely dont expect high end switch if at all any switch.
I wish the clear blue was like the GBA clear blue. They called it Glacier Blue
Honestly this device is perfect for what I want. I have a Steam Deck which I use for longer trips and gaming at home on the couch, which is my primary emulation device for PS2/Gamecube. What I really want is a small, pocketable device like the RP4 to replace my retired PS Vita, for primarily PSP games or retro RPGs like FFVI. Something I can just throw in a backpack and not even have to think about it. The Steam Deck is great but it’s gigantic and battery life isn’t the greatest, this little guy seems to be a much better fit. The RP4 Pro would be more appealing to me if I didn’t already have a super capable device like the Deck, and I don't really mind leaving my PS2 and GameCube games at home.
My old Pixel 6 with a gamesir x2 for portability or g8 for ergonomics is my equivalent. Think the tensor is pretty darn close to the Dimensity 1100 in the pro.
Still it's not what i call a gamecube/ ps2 era platform yet, so i don't see the point to update from RP3+ to this. Unless in some month, we see a huge optimization step specifically for this device.
Now i wonder if it's even possible to do better this year, for this pricetag/ size with actual hardware?
Let's see the anbernic how does it compares to this