I am a sucker for transparent electronics, so I was immediately drawn to Watermelon Red, but 16Bit was a very close 2nd. I learned too late that transparent plastic is actually brittle, so such devices are more likely to crack and/or break, which may explain why most companies stopped using it. Maybe it's because I have small hands but I find it to be awkward to hold the Flip -- hopefully I will get used to it or I might sell it.
@@YourGeekFix Every console I've ever owned I have purchased in Black. Except the gameboy color. Had to get the clear atomic purple version. Other than that, it's always been black.
I can't decide between this or the Retroid Pocket 3 plus. I will use it for PS1, PSP and N64 emulation. I don't know if the hinges will hold up after a long period of use but idk if the pocket 3 plus will be too big. Would this also take a 512 gb sd card?
Well this is interesting I don't think I've ever seen you do a product review nice gadget if you're a gamer like that it looked pretty cool keep on keeping on Jeremy......
Use a frontend and Retroarch should not be a problem- set the paths through the front-end. Never had an issue yet and have many devices, including the RP3+ and "soon" the Flip. If you swap cards, that will be a problem. Android since 10 treats cards per device as unique for source path. Have to repath in the front end if swap. If you update the RP3+, it will have the same firmware- minus the fans options.
@@YourGeekFix Yeah, I hear they're loud. I have a question. And I haven't seen anyone else reply to it. How does Aethersx 2 run using the software renderer and setting the rendering threads to like 5 or 6? Cause people keep talking about running it at native Rez, but never talk about software renderer, which from my experience, can give you very good performance. Almost made a game playable on my old 32 bit phone.
@@Patrick-bn5rp on the retroid, not as powerful as my Samsung, it is running games at a normal framerate with lag only at rare times. It's still in dev. They have a good website for such questions.
is emulation simple since I don't know how to add emulators and roms or are games preloaded onto here. Does it have to be plugged into a computer or can games be downloaded directly from the device solo
Hi, I'm about to buy one but I can't decide yet between rp3+ or the flip, I really like your video and how you explain the differences. Let me ask you one thing, if you could choose only one, which one would it be? I know they're basically the same but maybe it will help me decide. Thanks!!
Maybe the compatibility is better with the flip because it has newer firmware on it. Have you updated to your 3+ lately. Could be the issue. The new update gives a huge performance boost to the 3+ so maybe it also makes more apps compatible too? Worth a shot.
I do like how on the flip the screen is above the controls, Although I don't like hinges on handhelds, Both have Mini HDMI so I like that, I like how the 3+ has clickable joysticks, but I like how the flip has analogue triggers.
I like the layout of the yellow one better. I would play mostly on the couch or in bed and then it's better to rest the elbows on the ground and hold it from the sides. I wish they had put more thought into the ergonomics of the black one rather then overengineering the packaging. Maybe by moving the pivot of the hinge a bit inward so the screen doesn't swing over the back. Are the triggers on the back also sideactivated? Maybe thats why they go around the corner.
I just told my wife about flip yesterday and she already loved it and wanna buy it without a hesitate or thinking about it. She's selling her switch to get this one.
@@lexbeltran1354 she’s not really fan of this kind of games. She’s more like Mario, Kirby and retro games person, and that’s why she’s not hesitating. She loved my Steam Deck not for what it capable of, or how much power it has but because of indie games and after she saw retro games on it she loved it regardless how big and heavy for her
Selling your Switch for an emulation device isn't very smart. Convince her to buy one of the other, cheaper devices if it's really a library issue. There are plenty of other starter devices you can buy for less than $100, that will play everything up to PS1.
Most ps2, gamecube games were in 4:3 ratio so a gameboy advanced SP flip design would be perfect and the ultimate emulator machine. Put an oled in one and itll sell like crazy.
Decent comparison, your opinion on tbe co!our is just that and reaching the thumbsticks at the back I am not convinced there is an issue, more like the way you were holding it. The question you should have asked is, if you own the Pocket 3+ is it worth upgrading ? Not for the specs which are too similar. And the one you asked, which do you prefer, I think it comes down to taste. I ordered the Flip. Still waiting 😂
It's neat, but it feels like they could have made more use of the bottom half, if they used the same analogue stick position as the 3DS they could have had... idk a trackerpad? a keyboard? a whole second screen might be too much to ask... but still.
That M1 ad M2 button should have been a C and Z face button alongside the ABXY buttons... Fail IMO =/ Yep, that hinge design that hits your fingers whenusing the L1 and R1, they should have gone with a Gameboy SP/powkiddy V90 hinge design.
I showed several. I plan to release a separate video on which emulators seem to work best on this device. I showed games from PSP, PS2, PS One, GBA, SNES, NES, Xbox, and Android games. They all run well.
when you where talking about ruining the emulators you mentioned that the Xbox emulator worked, and I didn't even know that you can get a Xbox emulator. can you tell me how to emulate Xbox on a retroid.
Retroid pocket 3 able to play god of war ps2 but flip does not fast enough but can you verify if the flip able to play ps2 god of war ? I searching which one I choose . Steam deck is expensive i don’t want wasting money. Let me know it ran full speed on god of war ps2 or not before buying Retroid pocket flip otherwise i m going get Retroid pocket 3 .
For me, doesn’t make any sense of having flip one without the second screen…like, even if you love 3ds and NDS games, widescreen will be 100% times better.
It's only like $120-$150. Kids lose things all the time, even when you teach them to properly take care of their things. Sometimes they pop up months or years later, sometimes it's just mysteriously gone forever. Teaching your kids to value their stuff and other stuff is a good thing, but it's not guarantee that they are never going to lose or break anything expensive. It can and will happen at times.
@@YourGeekFix the flip. I LOVE the form factor and the way you talked about it sold me on it completely. I can't wait for it to arrive I went with Indigo because it reminds me of the gamecube. I hope it's as high quality as your black one seemed to be
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Man i was searching all over the place for a comparison and now i found your video recommended, thank you.
Thanks for watching!
I like having the screen above the controls, feels more natural.
Same. My eyes start to feel sleepy when looking down for too long, so having the screen raised a bit higher really helps.
Understood
@@mikedonalds it is an easier place to look
I am a sucker for transparent electronics, so I was immediately drawn to Watermelon Red, but 16Bit was a very close 2nd. I learned too late that transparent plastic is actually brittle, so such devices are more likely to crack and/or break, which may explain why most companies stopped using it.
Maybe it's because I have small hands but I find it to be awkward to hold the Flip -- hopefully I will get used to it or I might sell it.
I hope you find what fits your needs best.
It must be better because it's Black. Great first impression though. Danke schön.
Too true! I can't go back!
Warum das danke schön xd
Schwarz ja
@@ambitious-dr9ts thanks
@MordoBeast ol
Also the flip has analogue triggers, which are gonna be a big diff in racing games.
The 3+ does as well.
@@YourGeekFix The RP3+ dies not. The Triggers on the RP3+ "click" so they are not. It's a dome switch inside the unit that clicks like that.
@@benpregent well, the there you go!
RPF is a great device. No complaints about it. It can really be used as a all in one entertainment media device since it has video out.
Do you have ond, and I'd so, Which one?
@@YourGeekFix How I like my women, BLACK.
@@unknown183 lol
@@YourGeekFix Every console I've ever owned I have purchased in Black. Except the gameboy color. Had to get the clear atomic purple version. Other than that, it's always been black.
@@unknown183 it's a good look for electronics.
I can't decide between this or the Retroid Pocket 3 plus. I will use it for PS1, PSP and N64 emulation. I don't know if the hinges will hold up after a long period of use but idk if the pocket 3 plus will be too big. Would this also take a 512 gb sd card?
I have a tb card in one.
I purchased the 16 bit colour variant. I also have the RP3+ Metal and I have to be honest, my RP3+ is now collecting dust. Loving the Flip lad.
I also use the flip more.
@@YourGeekFix There's just something about the flip...
@@STR82DVD understood
do we have to instal any different os systme like gamma os and such ? or is it ready to play out of the box ?
Good to go out of box
Well this is interesting I don't think I've ever seen you do a product review nice gadget if you're a gamer like that it looked pretty cool keep on keeping on Jeremy......
Thanks! I'm still getting use to your new name.
Use a frontend and Retroarch should not be a problem- set the paths through the front-end. Never had an issue yet and have many devices, including the RP3+ and "soon" the Flip. If you swap cards, that will be a problem. Android since 10 treats cards per device as unique for source path. Have to repath in the front end if swap. If you update the RP3+, it will have the same firmware- minus the fans options.
Thanks
You have to turn the fans on through the Android quick menu. (You get there by swiping down at the top of the screen. Saw it in a different review. )
Thanks! Huge help. I'm glad it is not always on.
@@YourGeekFix Yeah, I hear they're loud. I have a question. And I haven't seen anyone else reply to it. How does Aethersx 2 run using the software renderer and setting the rendering threads to like 5 or 6? Cause people keep talking about running it at native Rez, but never talk about software renderer, which from my experience, can give you very good performance. Almost made a game playable on my old 32 bit phone.
@@Patrick-bn5rp on the retroid, not as powerful as my Samsung, it is running games at a normal framerate with lag only at rare times. It's still in dev. They have a good website for such questions.
Why is there a battery man at 11:56
Subliminal message. A shot from the geigercounter animation from our Pipboy video.
How has the hinge held up on the flip? I have heard they break easily
Been great! No issues.
Hi your Geek Fix I was wondering which one is better for mobile cod, which one has the most fps?
Please let me know.
Supposedly equivalent, but only the flip handles my overlooking without as much overheating.
is emulation simple since I don't know how to add emulators and roms or are games preloaded onto here. Does it have to be plugged into a computer or can games be downloaded directly from the device solo
I feel it is easy. You transfer games using an SD card.
Hi, I'm about to buy one but I can't decide yet between rp3+ or the flip, I really like your video and how you explain the differences. Let me ask you one thing, if you could choose only one, which one would it be? I know they're basically the same but maybe it will help me decide. Thanks!!
The flip for sure.
I think I'll go with the Flip 16Bit US version for Christmas. Thanka for helping me choose.
Sure
Maybe the compatibility is better with the flip because it has newer firmware on it. Have you updated to your 3+ lately. Could be the issue. The new update gives a huge performance boost to the 3+ so maybe it also makes more apps compatible too? Worth a shot.
Both are same version of firmware and base android. Who knows.
Does pocket 3+ have L3/R3 buttons in analogs
Yes
@@YourGeekFix ooooo
Nice review! Both has a Unisoc T618 chipset so they'll have the same performance
But one I can over clock with less battery use and overheating.
i read the flip is having crack on the hinge problems. i got rp3. i hope it comes soon
I haven't had that happen. Have fun!
I’ve heard this too so idk what to get ? Spec wise the same tho right ? Might go w 3+
@@gsus135 I and my kids have played hard with it. I wonder we r how many are pushing it beyond the breaking point.. it is not a ds
@@gsus135 i got the RP3+. just shipped today. I didnt even like the flip even if it was not cracked, to much like a 3ds
@@ADucksOpinion haha I got the rp3+ ordered last night with px shipping I wonder how long till it comes
Subliminal image at 11:55
A snip from the pipboy 3 video that was left in.
How do you play Dragonslayer?
Buy the dragon's layer 1 and 2 plus space ace on Android store.
It definitely needs some improvements like the triggers, maybe a better hinge, and more power. But other than that, it's very good.
I like it.
@@YourGeekFix I'm actually watching RUclips on it right now.
@@YOUR_NARRATOR975 cool!
Indigo is the best color clearly
Ok
which racing game at 10:44 ?
Asphalt 8
Thanks, its a great game!
@@DJDanceClassic sure
I wouldnt just assume that a larger battery will mean a longer battery life. Running the fan motor is going to eat up some of those extra mAh.
It does seem to outlast my other one.
The fans add an insignificant amount of power draw
Love this new thing, sadly i didn't run well some my favourites console like ps2 & gamecube, wii
It can be overlooked and I know now how to cool it when I do. Thanks Kisi! I hope uou joined our community by subscribing!
Hey there and I have a question about the size of the retroid flip and is it a good size for small hands cause I have small hands? Thanks!
Also would it be easy to use the thumb sticks at the bottom with small hands?
Yes. Probably best for smaller.
@@hurricanegamer7744 should be fine.
Thanks, good video!
Thanks Chris!
Yeah I'm fine with my retroid 3 plus.. just gonna wait and see when they come up with a retroid 4 ..
Too true!
What would be better this or a Nintendo DS?
If you want to play just ds games, a ds. If you want something that plays a little bit of everything, retroid.
Great review hope to see more like it 👍 also what is this11:56 😂
A snip from the pipboy 3 video
I do like how on the flip the screen is above the controls,
Although I don't like hinges on handhelds,
Both have Mini HDMI so I like that,
I like how the 3+ has clickable joysticks,
but I like how the flip has analogue triggers.
Get both. I did.
@@Rizz407 some people don't.
I like the layout of the yellow one better. I would play mostly on the couch or in bed and then it's better to rest the elbows on the ground and hold it from the sides.
I wish they had put more thought into the ergonomics of the black one rather then overengineering the packaging. Maybe by moving the pivot of the hinge a bit inward so the screen doesn't swing over the back. Are the triggers on the back also sideactivated? Maybe thats why they go around the corner.
Good points.
I just told my wife about flip yesterday and she already loved it and wanna buy it without a hesitate or thinking about it. She's selling her switch to get this one.
If she sells her Switch, tell her she won't be able to play totk.
Wow! Giving up the switch for it. This is a smaller screen size, but easier to hold.
@@lexbeltran1354 true.
@@lexbeltran1354 she’s not really fan of this kind of games. She’s more like Mario, Kirby and retro games person, and that’s why she’s not hesitating.
She loved my Steam Deck not for what it capable of, or how much power it has but because of indie games and after she saw retro games on it she loved it regardless how big and heavy for her
Selling your Switch for an emulation device isn't very smart. Convince her to buy one of the other, cheaper devices if it's really a library issue.
There are plenty of other starter devices you can buy for less than $100, that will play everything up to PS1.
The fact that the flip doesn't open all the way really bugs me. Otherwise I would've preferred that one.
Understood.
Most ps2, gamecube games were in 4:3 ratio so a gameboy advanced SP flip design would be perfect and the ultimate emulator machine. Put an oled in one and itll sell like crazy.
True
Decent comparison, your opinion on tbe co!our is just that and reaching the thumbsticks at the back I am not convinced there is an issue, more like the way you were holding it. The question you should have asked is, if you own the Pocket 3+ is it worth upgrading ? Not for the specs which are too similar. And the one you asked, which do you prefer, I think it comes down to taste. I ordered the Flip. Still waiting 😂
The best color is Kiwi Green like the Gameboy Color. But they don't make that color.
how long have you waited
I think you will like it!
@@rjsmith2007 true
@@David6_cc Mine took weeks to ship, but 1 week to get here.
have you had any problems playing ps2 games - im mainly interested in ps2 emulation and at this price point it is really appealing
Not bad. You do have to overclock settings.
Xbox emulation? Which emulator are you using
I need to update that. I stream from my computer using the same app you would use for android phone. Must overclock to keep it working without lag.
Thanks for the review. What's the One Piece game at 11:36?
I have several one piece games from my ps2. I think that one was grand line adventure.
You mentioned you were able to run "the Playstation 2 and Xbox emulators"... which Xbox emulator are you speaking of?! I'd be very interested to know.
Actually not an emulator, Xbox Game Pass cloud gaming. So, you need to be connected to your home wifi.
It's neat, but it feels like they could have made more use of the bottom half, if they used the same analogue stick position as the 3DS they could have had... idk a trackerpad? a keyboard? a whole second screen might be too much to ask... but still.
True
the second screen is impossible because Nintendo wouldn't like it... but the trackpad is an awesome idea!
@@shadow_uwu8103 Nintendo doesn't like a lot of things.
@@YourGeekFix really harsh because it becomes impossible to have an dual screen handheld for ds & 3ds...
@@shadow_uwu8103 true
I wish they made it so that the screen went totally flat, the angle it goes to seems like an accident waiting to happen
Understood.
What is the game at 11:32 please? :)
One piece
That M1 ad M2 button should have been a C and Z face button alongside the ABXY buttons... Fail IMO =/
Yep, that hinge design that hits your fingers whenusing the L1 and R1, they should have gone with a Gameboy SP/powkiddy V90 hinge design.
Thanks for the comment!
@@YourGeekFix Thanks for the content!
You cant beat the flip design for traval.
Its the most pocket friendly format.
I took it with me last week
you didnt show any games?
Yes he did
I showed several. I plan to release a separate video on which emulators seem to work best on this device. I showed games from PSP, PS2, PS One, GBA, SNES, NES, Xbox, and Android games. They all run well.
@Jamie Mahoney Thanks James.
Needs more second screen!
Like the ds
when you where talking about ruining the emulators you mentioned that the Xbox emulator worked, and I didn't even know that you can get a Xbox emulator. can you tell me how to emulate Xbox on a retroid.
It's actually a streaming app. Allows you to 0lay Xbox games on Android From your computer. That's how I played Fallout 4.
Great video but the music was too loud and annoying
OK
Great video
Thanks! That's because you are a great person!
Retroid pocket 3 able to play god of war ps2 but flip does not fast enough but can you verify if the flip able to play ps2 god of war ? I searching which one I choose . Steam deck is expensive i don’t want wasting money. Let me know it ran full speed on god of war ps2 or not before buying Retroid pocket flip otherwise i m going get Retroid pocket 3 .
Didn't pop also have God of War. Psp plays great on it.
@@YourGeekFix do you know which handheld that can play god of war 2 any thoughts? Thanks for reply.
@@Rick-hx1ne steam
@@YourGeekFix yikes 😳 ok thank that is very popular. Thanks for your helping me out 😃
@@Rick-hx1ne the retroid played the ps2 version fine, but I have it cranked up.
L3 R3???
Only on the flip
I´m divided now... everyone says the speakers are very low grade and you say the sound is good
They sound great! Better than other hand helds.
@@YourGeekFix thank you
It's just unfortunate that they are rear facing speakers. That might be why they're a bit muffled.
Retroid pocket flip runs better because it has the latest firmware update. The 3+ version should be available now
Upgraded both to same firmware and android version, still can't install same programs.
For me, doesn’t make any sense of having flip one without the second screen…like, even if you love 3ds and NDS games, widescreen will be 100% times better.
Ok
yo what happened to your switch thumbstick 💀
LOL
It actually broke making this video. I was wiping it down to look a little cleaner on screen and it snapped off.
@@YourGeekFix AW NO WAY THAT SUCKS
@@allidisk-ii sall good. I already replaced it.
PS2 and GC in a clamshell? Shut up and take my money.
Lol
Exactly 😂
I'd be disowning the child if they lost a rp3+ like device
It's only like $120-$150. Kids lose things all the time, even when you teach them to properly take care of their things. Sometimes they pop up months or years later, sometimes it's just mysteriously gone forever. Teaching your kids to value their stuff and other stuff is a good thing, but it's not guarantee that they are never going to lose or break anything expensive. It can and will happen at times.
Unfortunately true!
LOL
…love it..but…reach for touch screen in android games…nahh…
Understood. Be sure and subscribe for future reviews. Love to have you as a part of the community!
not to be a dick but how can you lose a object for such a long time in your house that is as big as your hand?!
Ask my kids. I even offered money to find it.
What do you mean Xbox emulators?
I have an Xbox emulator.
@@YourGeekFix really? How do I not know about this. What’s the name of it please?
@@tonyberg173 Actually not an emulator, Xbox Game Pass cloud gaming. So, you need to be connected to your home wifi.
Uhuyyy
Yup
just because you failed to get the Limited Edition Sport Red it doesn't mean is just a paint job. Bad sport. 😂
It seems all the reviews I saw that commented on poor plastic quality were the red and watermelon. The black almost feels like auminum.
I hate you for getting me to buy one
Which one?
@@YourGeekFix the flip. I LOVE the form factor and the way you talked about it sold me on it completely. I can't wait for it to arrive
I went with Indigo because it reminds me of the gamecube. I hope it's as high quality as your black one seemed to be
@@threemar3 awesome! Have fun! Aldo, don't forget to subscribe. I'll be covering tweets and games for the flip.
@@YourGeekFix Boom. Subscribed!
@@threemar3 that's because you are awesome!
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Wow, MSMMr1982, thanks!