My first retro handheld was the RG556. Though it was an amazing console for the price, ended up selling it for an Odin 2 just cause I wanted to emulate more recent systems. I also wanted a 4:3 aspect ratio for older systems, so now I have this RG406v on the way. Thanks for the video.
I haven't ordered mine yet, but I'm going to get it for Christmas... It will be my first handheld... I'm so excited about it. I really wanted the 405v ... But never pulled the trigger... I love the vertical form factor... I'm probably getting the grey? But I also like the white ... (beige)
A black woodgrain stain would have sold me on this since I have the 405V woodgrain. Waiting for something to emulate PS3 in this form factor from Anbernic 👀👀👀
I feel the wood grain is a very niche colour choice, if they had sold more 405v wood grain., they’d probably have done something similar, but I just don’t agree with you at all on this
Oh wow, I wish I saw this vid before I ordered the RG353V.. Just arrived yesterday, no complaints so far.. but I have a feeling I'll be upgrading to this eventually to play more gamecube and ps2 games 😅
This device is great. I was gonna hold out and get the ayaneo pocket dmg, but got this day 1 on release and have been very satisfied. I might still grab the pocket dmg though.
I think people get way too hung up on the size. The market is saturated with truly pocketable handhelds, and the only big ones are 16:9 and not comfortable for everyone. Many of us play handhelds at home, where the size makes no difference and comfort is king.
I saw a leaked horizontal version of this and I can’t decide if I want to wait or just get the V! the v seems like the PERFECT handheld for what I’m looking for but no analogue triggers is what gets me😭
Seems to be an issue with the RGCube only. Coz even on my phone (Poco F1) or the Retroid Pocket 3+, when setting a custom launcher on default, it has never reverted back to android default. Glad to see they sorted that out with this one.
I have quite a few ambernics rg35xx plus, the sp and the rg406v and this one is definitely my favourite. I haven't stopped playing it since I got it a week ago 😅
So. As an old ass dude in his 50's that just got his hands on the mini + and the Trimui Smart Pro and loving those! So many good memories. Now with a limited budget, should I get this one or wait for the Retroid 5? Gimme opinions.
@@chide7260 So, as a young ass dude in your fifties, I give you some advise from a actual senior. What's your use case kid? Since you already have a horizontal and a vertical, what generation of gaming is it that you want to replicate? I'm a up to 5th Gen man myself but that's because I'm actually old.
I just purchased one of these as my first handheld emulation device. I'm feeling lost. For the first week, straight out of the box, slapped the SD card in and it worked fine. Now I have to manually select the emulator, only to see "no readable files". I have no idea how to get my games/emulation back. And feel like this is probably something very simple that I'm just being an idiot about.
They could, if they stopped prebundling them with roms. Basically they're choosing convenience above all. I'll make a video going deeper about this one day. It's an interesting topic to explore.
I just got the rg40xx v n you are really making me Want to get this I even have the lenovo legion go but something about these handhelds I just love may end up selling my trimui smart pro
Would you say the Retroid Pocket 4 Pro or RG406V is the better choice? I like the vertical form factor of RG406V and it seems to have better battery life, but RP4P seems to have more power and a slightly bigger screen (I think?). I am deciding on one of them and it seems most ppl are suggesting the RP4P, but I definitely also see RG406V as a competent device too!
I guess depends on games you want to play, especially aspect ratio. It might be that rp4pro has smaller effective screen for 4:3 content, but I don't really know so fo t take my word for it
@Omgtired answered pretty much perfectly. The only thing that I'd add is that it's more of a horizontal vs vertical form factor choice. You need to figure out if you're a vertical or horizontal type of nerd. 🍻
Looks like Fallout New Vegas maybe? Or some Fallout game if you're referencing the game with the green bar at the bottom left and another at the bottom right.
I wanted the 405v But never pulled the trigger... I'm glad I didn't (now) ... I'm gonna get the 406v... I love the design, I like vertical... Big battery... Etc... And I'm not worried about portability... This is definitely the one for me
I can't wait to see your video on the upcoming rg406h (or p or m or whatever will be called depending on materials) however... Please do me a favor and ask anbernic to put a second USB c at least for charging only (or ideally... As a second OTG port). Or at least to enable charging and video out at same time through a stupid splitter, afaik you can't charge the rg406v while outputting video signal and that limits a bit my dream of one only device as handheld and console. I know I know the battery life is pretty good on this thing so the issue is limited, however... Why in the world there should even be, this issue ??
i'm torn between the RG406V and the RG Cube. the Retroid Pocket Mini is close, but it's hard to justify buying that when the RP5 exists. it's just that the RP5 isn't really what i'm looking for. honest opinion - are there are any major differences (besides form factor) that i should perhaps take into consideration? would you highly recommend buying an RG406V over the Cube, assuming i find them both for roughly the same price? or is it going to come down to personal preference? i already have the CubeXX and i love it. but i was really wanting a device that will play Gamecube and PS2 games. sorry if this is too many words to ask "Cube or 406V", but thank you so much for your videos and for reading (and hopefully answering) my comment! love the channel!
NEVERMIND lol, i asked before i got to the part where you compared the system software. gives me something to think about. i didn't think either one used android out of the box. i'd much prefer linux. you answered all my questions and i feel good about buying this one! thanks!
So what would you recommend between this and the RG556? Ive currently got a Smart Pro and love the idea of a big screen as i mostly play PSP and PS1, Gamecube. I just wonder if i can switch from horizontal to vertical? Im so torn.
I haven't tried tbh. Technically, it could work. Still, haven't played with custom Android roms in a long while, here's hoping fresher minds take on this challenge. :)
Look at the bedonkadonks on that fatboy. I'll stick with the Miyoo Mini Vlad. It's just way too damn big man and the available colourways really suck young lad. Great review lad.
Personally, I find it immensely soothing to have everything in one handheld. It just feels neat and clean to me, as opposed to say, traveling and having 3 of them in my backpack. 😄
It depends. I have an Odin 2 Mini Pro but it's not great for 4:3 content. RG406V + Odin 2 Mini + RG Cube is a great combo to play all sorts of retro games!
The 40xxv is gorgeous, I just think that one's too bony, the 406v is the one you can comfortably sleep next to that had the hips to one day bear you children. I don't know why this thing has such a motherly comfort, maybe it's the giant nips🤣
Watching your review as a noob into the rom world. Simply looking for a way to olay arcade games. My concern is the comfort being im not a teen anymore.
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My first retro handheld was the RG556. Though it was an amazing console for the price, ended up selling it for an Odin 2 just cause I wanted to emulate more recent systems. I also wanted a 4:3 aspect ratio for older systems, so now I have this RG406v on the way. Thanks for the video.
Never had the Odin 2, but it's an amazing device on paper, I'm sad I skipped it.
Good handheld choices, btw!
@@VladNerd then it's time for you to get one... :)
This is going to be my first handheld, already have it in my shopping cart. 😊
What color did you get?
I haven't ordered mine yet, but I'm going to get it for Christmas... It will be my first handheld... I'm so excited about it.
I really wanted the 405v ... But never pulled the trigger...
I love the vertical form factor...
I'm probably getting the grey?
But I also like the white ... (beige)
The 406v as first handheld is like getting a Mercedes for your first car👌🏽
Man Vlad, you’re downright giddy about this one! I’ve had my eye on it for a while but your endorsement might be what pushes me to pull the trigger.
Not a bad choice at all for a first! I think your money was well spent. This 406V is a personal favorite of mine.
I want mine to arrive. I ordered it on the 29th (december) and cannot wait. Every day I am binge watching RG406V reviews lol
I think one of your videos made me buy Odin 2 last year and this year this. Nice review..:) 👍
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Balatro. I heard they can give out it instead of metadone.
@@FairyPrincess42 How's the battery life young lad?
@@STR82DVD it lasts whole day for light games, if you pay heavy games (ps2 wii gc) around 3-5 hours
@jerrriell I'm convinced. I'm buying one. Thanks for the info! Totally appreciated!
A black woodgrain stain would have sold me on this since I have the 405V woodgrain. Waiting for something to emulate PS3 in this form factor from Anbernic 👀👀👀
I believe through Android you can still connect and screen mirror your PS3 through the network..
I feel the wood grain is a very niche colour choice, if they had sold more 405v wood grain., they’d probably have done something similar, but I just don’t agree with you at all on this
Vlad! Love your videos! Its because of you i decided to purchase my first ever handheld! Hope to see a video of your rg406v set up, themes etc!
Nice vid👌🏼
Thanks a lot! ❤️
Great video as usual! The 406V is my most played handheld at the moment. At least until my RP5 is delivered.😂😂
Watching this on my new RG406v - just like you, I flipping love this thing.
I have the RG405V, but it's got an issue with weak wifi. I just ordered the 406V during the AE 11/11 sale to replace it, and I'm excited.
Oh wow, I wish I saw this vid before I ordered the RG353V.. Just arrived yesterday, no complaints so far.. but I have a feeling I'll be upgrading to this eventually to play more gamecube and ps2 games 😅
This device is great. I was gonna hold out and get the ayaneo pocket dmg, but got this day 1 on release and have been very satisfied. I might still grab the pocket dmg though.
damn great video, loved the intro. making me want to buy it, I have the rp4 pro and 2s, I want the 406 right NOW!!!!
Can’t wait for mine to arrive
I need a comparison between this and the RG Cube.
OK, the decision is made. I’m going to get it. I wasn’t sure which one I wanted to get, but I had my eye on this one anyway thanks for the video.
You're gonna love the RG406V my guy, it's one of my favorite handhelds to date. ❤️
I think a 406H would be my ultimate emulation handheld
it was leaked! 👀
I do want this but i've found a new love for my RG35Xx Plus it's just so comfortable
Another awesome and informative review!!
I think people get way too hung up on the size. The market is saturated with truly pocketable handhelds, and the only big ones are 16:9 and not comfortable for everyone. Many of us play handhelds at home, where the size makes no difference and comfort is king.
13:45 Ah yes, so recognizable. Landlord throwing me out once in a while, gotta pause my game first.
Great, informative video. Subscribed!
All the games are pre-installed??
My favorite handheld , love the form factor and the power. I am playing some of the forbidden handheld on it
I saw a leaked horizontal version of this and I can’t decide if I want to wait or just get the V! the v seems like the PERFECT handheld for what I’m looking for but no analogue triggers is what gets me😭
Most of my childhood, I hopped between my DS and GBA. My DS always felt more comfortable with a higher main screen. Vertical all the way!
Seems to be an issue with the RGCube only. Coz even on my phone (Poco F1) or the Retroid Pocket 3+, when setting a custom launcher on default, it has never reverted back to android default. Glad to see they sorted that out with this one.
Are the games preloaded on the Sd cards they sell the system with or do you need to download them from somewhere and install yourself?
Great video!
I have quite a few ambernics rg35xx plus, the sp and the rg406v and this one is definitely my favourite. I haven't stopped playing it since I got it a week ago 😅
Kinda same, tbh.
And I'm shocked of this. Pretty much expected it not to be so loved by me when it got released. 😄
So. As an old ass dude in his 50's that just got his hands on the mini + and the Trimui Smart Pro and loving those! So many good memories. Now with a limited budget, should I get this one or wait for the Retroid 5? Gimme opinions.
@@chide7260 So, as a young ass dude in your fifties, I give you some advise from a actual senior. What's your use case kid? Since you already have a horizontal and a vertical, what generation of gaming is it that you want to replicate? I'm a up to 5th Gen man myself but that's because I'm actually old.
This video is the definition of "beating around the bush" come on man spit it out!
Fair criticism, I'll try to be more concise in future vids. :)
Oh I thought he was making a sexual joke 🤣 @@VladNerd
I just purchased one of these as my first handheld emulation device. I'm feeling lost. For the first week, straight out of the box, slapped the SD card in and it worked fine. Now I have to manually select the emulator, only to see "no readable files".
I have no idea how to get my games/emulation back. And feel like this is probably something very simple that I'm just being an idiot about.
Telling Miyoo mini to pay rent is top comedy 🤣🤣
why they dont sell them in stores all over the world's like phones? there are people that cannot buy from the internet
They could, if they stopped prebundling them with roms.
Basically they're choosing convenience above all. I'll make a video going deeper about this one day. It's an interesting topic to explore.
I just got the rg40xx v n you are really making me
Want to get this I even have the lenovo legion go but something about these handhelds I just love may end up selling my trimui smart pro
Would you say the Retroid Pocket 4 Pro or RG406V is the better choice? I like the vertical form factor of RG406V and it seems to have better battery life, but RP4P seems to have more power and a slightly bigger screen (I think?). I am deciding on one of them and it seems most ppl are suggesting the RP4P, but I definitely also see RG406V as a competent device too!
I guess depends on games you want to play, especially aspect ratio. It might be that rp4pro has smaller effective screen for 4:3 content, but I don't really know so fo t take my word for it
@Omgtired answered pretty much perfectly. The only thing that I'd add is that it's more of a horizontal vs vertical form factor choice. You need to figure out if you're a vertical or horizontal type of nerd. 🍻
How cool would it be if we get a handheld that also has a vertical screen, for vertical MAME arcade games
RG Cube?
Great video bro.
Sorry if I missed it. But can you use use the SD card from your mini and put it right into this thing?
Does anyone know what game is at 3:44
Looks like Fallout New Vegas maybe? Or some Fallout game if you're referencing the game with the green bar at the bottom left and another at the bottom right.
So does this come preloaded with the apps??
405v came out, everyone: "eww it so uglyyyyeyyy"
406v came out, everyone: "it's perfect"
😅
I have 405v so I can't really justify the purchase.
It´s like having an ugly girlfriend, but loaded xD
Sell that to offset the cost of the 406V!
I wanted the 405v
But never pulled the trigger...
I'm glad I didn't (now) ... I'm gonna get the 406v...
I love the design, I like vertical...
Big battery...
Etc...
And I'm not worried about portability...
This is definitely the one for me
I can't wait to see your video on the upcoming rg406h (or p or m or whatever will be called depending on materials) however... Please do me a favor and ask anbernic to put a second USB c at least for charging only (or ideally... As a second OTG port). Or at least to enable charging and video out at same time through a stupid splitter, afaik you can't charge the rg406v while outputting video signal and that limits a bit my dream of one only device as handheld and console. I know I know the battery life is pretty good on this thing so the issue is limited, however... Why in the world there should even be, this issue ??
i'm torn between the RG406V and the RG Cube. the Retroid Pocket Mini is close, but it's hard to justify buying that when the RP5 exists. it's just that the RP5 isn't really what i'm looking for.
honest opinion - are there are any major differences (besides form factor) that i should perhaps take into consideration?
would you highly recommend buying an RG406V over the Cube, assuming i find them both for roughly the same price? or is it going to come down to personal preference?
i already have the CubeXX and i love it. but i was really wanting a device that will play Gamecube and PS2 games.
sorry if this is too many words to ask "Cube or 406V", but thank you so much for your videos and for reading (and hopefully answering) my comment! love the channel!
NEVERMIND lol, i asked before i got to the part where you compared the system software. gives me something to think about. i didn't think either one used android out of the box. i'd much prefer linux.
you answered all my questions and i feel good about buying this one! thanks!
So what would you recommend between this and the RG556? Ive currently got a Smart Pro and love the idea of a big screen as i mostly play PSP and PS1, Gamecube. I just wonder if i can switch from horizontal to vertical? Im so torn.
Ok I've ordered it lol. I figured if Vlad can switch from horizontal to vertical, then so can I 😂
Try metal gear solid 2/3 on it... nearly made me cry - those heavier cutscenes crawl 😢
.... i love the whole size of this device .... i think Reviewers just say this now to be on the ITS TOO BIG BANDWAGON ....
I only wish I could use this as a phone.
My generation(baby boomers) invented cool btw Vlad, you critters should be finding a way to perfect it.
That’s what she said 🤣🤣🤣
Does it have L3+R3 click?
yup
Since they share everything, can't you flash the 406V's android image to the Cube to have the launcher options?
I haven't tried tbh. Technically, it could work. Still, haven't played with custom Android roms in a long while, here's hoping fresher minds take on this challenge. :)
Also, I just subscribed
Look at the bedonkadonks on that fatboy. I'll stick with the Miyoo Mini Vlad. It's just way too damn big man and the available colourways really suck young lad. Great review lad.
Yes vertical is the most retro handheld you can have,
I wonder if that is OCD or just enjoying having things?
Personally, I find it immensely soothing to have everything in one handheld. It just feels neat and clean to me, as opposed to say, traveling and having 3 of them in my backpack. 😄
@@VladNerd Oh yeah, I’m with you there and don’t doubt that. Just wondering if that classes as OCD or just a preference!
So you're saying I should buy it then lad?
Seems like for GameCube you’d want analog triggers. Why not choose Retroid Mini?
For this size/price you're way better off with a steam deck.
The Steam Deck is say more expensive, though
If you get odin 2 mini. It will stop you from buying others. Believe me.
It depends. I have an Odin 2 Mini Pro but it's not great for 4:3 content. RG406V + Odin 2 Mini + RG Cube is a great combo to play all sorts of retro games!
I'm weak man.
Sorry, I was too late with the response man. 😄
In your case, I think you have more handhelds than me, so I'm not sure. 🍻
@@VladNerd Quality not quantity lad. Just asking. You know my use-case by now man.
Way too bulky. The RG40XX V is way more beautiful. But sure, it’s not as powerful.
The 40xxv is gorgeous, I just think that one's too bony, the 406v is the one you can comfortably sleep next to that had the hips to one day bear you children. I don't know why this thing has such a motherly comfort, maybe it's the giant nips🤣
Watching your review as a noob into the rom world.
Simply looking for a way to olay arcade games.
My concern is the comfort being im not a teen anymore.