just a question, I thought your general opinion of powkiddy consoles wasn't that good? like now I can't decide between the x55 x28 and this one. I wanted the x70 before but everyone is saying don't do it. one guy even at the end of the review of the x70 he took an Ax to it!
They did the opposite of what most manufacturers do... they made the screen way too tall. When are companies going to realize how bad bezels look, I think this is why the miyoo mini was so loved.
just got a win on Temu and got the RGP351p for 40 bucks but I REALLY want this one in particular, that square and boxy style just seems to suit so many of the games I like perfectly, plus way more capable
SNES actually renders the image in 8:7 aspect ratio which is much more close to 1:1 than 4:3. You were running it in forced 4:3 like typical CRTs would do, hence the black borders. Running the game in "pixel perfect" mode would've given you more out of the screen's real estate. Also I know a lot of content creators have mentioned that the Pico 8 on this machine is amazing. Just a shame you didn't show anything regarding it.
I have it for about 2 weeks now. I love it! One downside for me is that the glass (or plastic) of the screen is a fingerprint magnet and quite a pain to properly clean. And one thing that would improve the experience dramatically is a touch screen. I found myself many times instinctively trying to touch the menus for selection or confirmation. Plus it would enable 100% the use of the DS games. If the version 2 comes with a touch screen, I'll definitely buy it.
First time I've been tempted to buy anything from powkiddy. Received the unit and at first I was impressed but after just 2 days it would no longer turn on. Discovered it now only works if plugged in to a usb charger. Battery says 100% but unit switches off as soon as you disconnect it and it will not turn on if not on charge. Have left several emails and a video demonstrating problem to Powkiddy but still to hear back from them.... think I will stick with Anbernic in the future. A pity because this device seemed like it had a lot of potential.
@@The_Rifster Sorry I should have noted in my original comment. I did try this and made no difference. Left it disconnected for about 10 minutes or so before re-connecting. I was actually thinking about re-opening and trying again but was hoping Powkiddy support may get back in touch with me first.... *checks emails*.... no surprise to see they haven't responded still after 48 hours and after sending a follow up yesterday... thinking their support is not interested if a few buyers end up with paper weights.
As an update Powkiddy support have contacted me and suggested I just download the latest firmware. Which is what their online support also suggested at the weekend. I have done this just to humour them but makes absolutely no difference. I highly suspect this is a hardware/battery fault but they don't seem to want to admit that at the moment.
Thanks for a great comprehensive review,you looked at many different games formats,and games emulators,big thanks from Chris in Wales......you superstar you!!
As a 4-month already PS Vita owner, I must say that we really need to wait like 4-5 more years to get perfect PSP emulation. PS Vita is the only way to emulate it perfectly for now
Steam deck, or even Nintendo switch, can run ppsspp very well. But they are much more expensive and bigger than this. The bigger problem is the screen here, great for gbc/game gear/neogeo pocket color/pico8, good for SNES (8:7) ok for 4:3 maybe for one screen only DS games, but definitely not ok for 16:9 PSP, or even GBA.
I turned a galaxy s9 into a psp and it works beautifully. Not sure what your talking about. Can use touch screen play on go. When home smart cast to tv and use a blutooth controller as well for a full psp console feel. Ppsspp
5 years ?You're kidding right? Try something like the rg405 or 505 100% speed at 2x resolution on nearly all psps games. I've only found a couple of titles the 505 won't play
To make backups of the system card and game cards, just copy-paste? Do I need to take a picture? Because right away, after purchasing, I would like to copy the contents of both cards to the computer as backup copies when the cards from the set break down.
but is it actually blue? in all the videos i watched it looks more like mate black with a touch of blue. so i don't know if it's the youtube quality of the video or if they just called it blue when it's not really blue ! Lol
This device accepts up to 4 controllers over bluetooth. I have connected 1 and used the handheld as a controller to play 2 player games on a tv and it works great.
I got one of these also, Would of liked to see them with more memory 1Gb of DDR4 is kind of low, I mean it does work well, but with more memory other newer modern systems could of been possible, For example the Switch CPU is slower than what's in this but the switch does have 4Gb of DDR4 memory.
I am thinking of buying this, but I don't understand the storage options. Will buying with the 128GB SD mean I get more games delivered with it than if I bought the 64GB?
@@GreenTeaViewer I've already ordered the 128GB version, I'm not very experienced where to find ROMS etc. But I will still copy over all the content over to better SD cards.
Your review doesn't do this device justice. This is a "niche" device. This is a GREAT device for 8 & 16 bit era consoles i.e. Gameboy gamegear neo Geo pocket new, SNES.
I am hoping the Deck 2 is a smaller form factor like that. It sadly isn't gonna have the retro thin screen though sadly. I like the option of PS2 so I am not willing to switch from the Deck to a smaller device just yet.
I ordered it because the Steam Deck is a bit too big for on the region train where I live. Theyre very crowded and getting out a Steam Deck just makes me feel awkward there.
2:13 I need a translator. I have absolutely no clue what you're saying here except, I assume, there's... resistance and it has a bit of travel to it? All the words are sort of melding together with your accent and the slightly muffled audio.
Device is good but all the retro consoles with plastic case is easily broken and can harm board or cables. I have faced this problem many times. Next time I’ll buy a device with metal case.
Wow! I love it! For the price, it's like a Rpi but portable. I love the screen. It's a nice way to play vertical shmups. Also, the device looks like it's good quality.
The only problem abt this handheld is that it doesnt bring extra buttons so wen it Warren's out it can b replace cuz they didn't take to consideration on the type of games they put on this system that it will make it drift so that's one problem
Of course, they have interesting ideas, both in design and in software, but they remain simply a more accessible analogue of amberniks. the same weak processor year after year, holes in the software, no basic options for many years now. The main changes are only in the design and quality of materials. It's a pity.
even if the dpad is well placed, sadly it has the same flaw as sony controllers: the stick comes in the way of your thumb all the time, quite annoying.
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just a question, I thought your general opinion of powkiddy consoles wasn't that good? like now I can't decide between the x55 x28 and this one. I wanted the x70 before but everyone is saying don't do it.
one guy even at the end of the review of the x70 he took an Ax to it!
this console have retroachievements online ???
I purchased this two weeks ago and it's definitely their best handheld yet
They did the opposite of what most manufacturers do... they made the screen way too tall. When are companies going to realize how bad bezels look, I think this is why the miyoo mini was so loved.
If that's blue, what does the black look like? 😮😅
Its called black n blue....when playing tekken its socks you in the eye!😂😂😂😂
Dead ass
Like a black hole. It sucks the juice out of your eyes when u look at it
The black probably looks blue lol
Black looks blue duhhh😂
just got a win on Temu and got the RGP351p for 40 bucks but I REALLY want this one in particular, that square and boxy style just seems to suit so many of the games I like perfectly, plus way more capable
SNES actually renders the image in 8:7 aspect ratio which is much more close to 1:1 than 4:3. You were running it in forced 4:3 like typical CRTs would do, hence the black borders. Running the game in "pixel perfect" mode would've given you more out of the screen's real estate. Also I know a lot of content creators have mentioned that the Pico 8 on this machine is amazing. Just a shame you didn't show anything regarding it.
Don't plug/unplug hdmi while console/display/tv is turn on
I am seriously impressed with this device. Thanks for the recommendation❤
I have it for about 2 weeks now. I love it! One downside for me is that the glass (or plastic) of the screen is a fingerprint magnet and quite a pain to properly clean. And one thing that would improve the experience dramatically is a touch screen. I found myself many times instinctively trying to touch the menus for selection or confirmation. Plus it would enable 100% the use of the DS games.
If the version 2 comes with a touch screen, I'll definitely buy it.
@thecosmicwebb yes
Can you help me to check whether they have legend of dragoon? From PS1? please :( I really wanna play a portable one
@@iskandarMohamad you can download any rom you want
The positives out weight the negatives I'd say it's a win 👍
Just ordered mine from Powkiddy. Can't wait to get it!
Ordered mine last weekend, can't wait... 🙃
Got it yet? Update us on your thoughts
Really loving it, especially playing the Mame/NeoGeo shoot em ups. PS1 games almost full screen, not a bad purchase at all.@@Kalsarikannit72
Now this is a decent handheld 🤘🏾
First time I've been tempted to buy anything from powkiddy. Received the unit and at first I was impressed but after just 2 days it would no longer turn on. Discovered it now only works if plugged in to a usb charger. Battery says 100% but unit switches off as soon as you disconnect it and it will not turn on if not on charge. Have left several emails and a video demonstrating problem to Powkiddy but still to hear back from them.... think I will stick with Anbernic in the future. A pity because this device seemed like it had a lot of potential.
It's a Chinese system I'm not surprised. China has no quality control!🤔
I’ve heard the fix is to open it up, unplug the battery wait like a minute and plug it back in.
Try it and post your results please.
Look at how fast the battery drops in this video when he's only in the menus, must be using old batteries or something.
@@The_Rifster Sorry I should have noted in my original comment. I did try this and made no difference. Left it disconnected for about 10 minutes or so before re-connecting. I was actually thinking about re-opening and trying again but was hoping Powkiddy support may get back in touch with me first.... *checks emails*.... no surprise to see they haven't responded still after 48 hours and after sending a follow up yesterday... thinking their support is not interested if a few buyers end up with paper weights.
As an update Powkiddy support have contacted me and suggested I just download the latest firmware. Which is what their online support also suggested at the weekend. I have done this just to humour them but makes absolutely no difference. I highly suspect this is a hardware/battery fault but they don't seem to want to admit that at the moment.
This has become my favorite handheld and I have some more powerful items. I Particularly love playing Vertical arcade games. Really good value.
Thanks for a great comprehensive review,you looked at many different games formats,and games emulators,big thanks from Chris in Wales......you superstar you!!
As a 4-month already PS Vita owner, I must say that we really need to wait like 4-5 more years to get perfect PSP emulation. PS Vita is the only way to emulate it perfectly for now
It is possible.. only not with this budget.
Maybe indeed in a couple of years.
Steam deck, or even Nintendo switch, can run ppsspp very well. But they are much more expensive and bigger than this.
The bigger problem is the screen here, great for gbc/game gear/neogeo pocket color/pico8, good for SNES (8:7) ok for 4:3 maybe for one screen only DS games, but definitely not ok for 16:9 PSP, or even GBA.
I get perfect PSP emulation on my laptop with ppsspp on Retorarch. Dell Latitude 7480 i7 8GB.
I turned a galaxy s9 into a psp and it works beautifully. Not sure what your talking about. Can use touch screen play on go. When home smart cast to tv and use a blutooth controller as well for a full psp console feel. Ppsspp
5 years ?You're kidding right? Try something like the rg405 or 505 100% speed at 2x resolution on nearly all psps games.
I've only found a couple of titles the 505 won't play
Seen quite a few videos from creators like Wicked about this device, really tempted!!!
I absolutely love mine! Got the purpleish one. Hope alls well.. Happy new year🎉
I wouldn’t mind getting this it looks nice and the color plus it gots quite a bit of cool features
hello i normally just watch and like your vids but i just wanted to say i love your videos keep them comming lol
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Not bad for the price and has decent performance 👍👍
To make backups of the system card and game cards, just copy-paste? Do I need to take a picture? Because right away, after purchasing, I would like to copy the contents of both cards to the computer as backup copies when the cards from the set break down.
This device is amazing for the price...Pow! Kiddy! for the win
I've had the one in blue for a while, and ordered a second in yellow. I'm definitely a fan of it. It's PERFECT for Pico-8
Yep. If I didn’t already have a pile of these handhelds, I might get one just for that system.
but is it actually blue? in all the videos i watched it looks more like mate black with a touch of blue. so i don't know if it's the youtube quality of the video or if they just called it blue when it's not really blue ! Lol
WICKED GAMER I could live in your storeroom 😂❤
Always hoping 1 of these days they'll make a Handheld/Console HDMI hybrid with 2 controllers..
This device accepts up to 4 controllers over bluetooth. I have connected 1 and used the handheld as a controller to play 2 player games on a tv and it works great.
I got one of these also, Would of liked to see them with more memory 1Gb of DDR4 is kind of low, I mean it does work well, but with more memory other newer modern systems could of been possible, For example the Switch CPU is slower than what's in this but the switch does have 4Gb of DDR4 memory.
No Vertical Arcade Shoot em up gameplay? Probably the best handheld screen to play those on.
Looks like a beautiful system
Bro that ain't blue, you got tricked 😂
😂
Looks very comfortable to play!
The ABXY configuration like this is the Nintendo style, it messes with my brain too
what about vertical arcade games?.. id think with that screen if it filled it vertically, it would be nice for them.
I am thinking of buying this, but I don't understand the storage options. Will buying with the 128GB SD mean I get more games delivered with it than if I bought the 64GB?
Yes but I wouldn't bother, put in your own card instead
@@GreenTeaViewer I've already ordered the 128GB version, I'm not very experienced where to find ROMS etc. But I will still copy over all the content over to better SD cards.
It looks like an improved version of the Gameboy Advance SP!
It might not be perfect but for the price it's O.K. Good review and cool video Wicked!👉😃👈
Quick question: When you run games in Tate mode, how does it looks like?
What would be the point with a square screen??
Wow
I love it
Its affordadble and powerful
It's always a birthday in my pants! Thanks WGC!
Emulation is the way to go
Im having issues connecting mines to wifi? Any tips?
I will order this cute pawkitty for pico8 and maybe some NES And GB. But IDK yellow or red? Colors not out yet so no RUclips videos to show :(
Bought mine for 79 w/o any additional SD card, think it worth it.
What is the namme of this game 12:50 ???
It look and sounds like a Sega Genesis/MD game
R type
Thank you @@bery7028
Just ordered one
this screen should be good with DS games ; great handheld!!
Looking at this for vertical shooters on mame... looks interesting.
Does it come with the emulators already? Or do you have to add the roms? Of so, how many games comes with?? Thanks.
Depends where and how you buy it.
Some sell with sd and firmware some don't it's a question for the seller not me.
Considering it just from the design
Great review and promising device
Great video thanks! I hate any black bars on a console, does anyone know if you can configure the console to play full screen??
Given the different screen ratios of various systems no machine can play all of them with no borders
I want one for SHMUPS.
Very nice
👍👍
Looks decent and price is ok too, you must have so many consoles and handhelds now 😅
Your review doesn't do this device justice. This is a "niche" device. This is a GREAT device for 8 & 16 bit era consoles i.e. Gameboy gamegear neo Geo pocket new, SNES.
You seem like a Sonic fan 👍
I love tail gator ! 🥰
Yeah ! 🥰
What’s the best one you would recommend that you have seen??
When Retroid comes out with a 4" screen, this thing will end up in a landfill.
I am hoping the Deck 2 is a smaller form factor like that. It sadly isn't gonna have the retro thin screen though sadly. I like the option of PS2 so I am not willing to switch from the Deck to a smaller device just yet.
Is there a deck 2 coming?
I ordered it because the Steam Deck is a bit too big for on the region train where I live. Theyre very crowded and getting out a Steam Deck just makes me feel awkward there.
or just play ps2 games on ur phone and get this thing for the other platforms!
Dose it come pre loaded with games?
it's supposed to come pre-loaded with games yes, maybe someone who has it can confirm
is it possible to have amiga emulation on this console ?
TG-16 and CD???
Curious as to what roms come preloaded
If it were $50 I'd pick one up
They sometimes are that low on AliExpress
That display ratio seems to hurt more than help most formats. 4:3 at 4.7" is a better geometrical compromise.
Good luck finding a 4.7" screen under $100
Looks cool, reviews say they disintegrate after a month.
battery life 8 hrs ???
5:34 the battery down 3% in 10 seconds ???!!!!
it's a pure chinese shit !
would've been interesting to see vertical shmups and NDS
What I can do is an extended video regarding gameplay 😄
@@WickedGamerCollector sounds good 😄🙏
Did it come with that mortal Kombat?
Does it play N64 games? This powkiddy got potential
2:13 I need a translator. I have absolutely no clue what you're saying here except, I assume, there's... resistance and it has a bit of travel to it? All the words are sort of melding together with your accent and the slightly muffled audio.
Cool design, now make a 4:3 version Mr. Powkiddy
@wickedgamercollector, how do you know the ones from Aliexpress are not fakes?
what is the game at 13:11?
Does this come with pre installed games or does the consumer have too download games and if so how does one do that? Help please im really interested
There is an option to buy it with no games or with an sd card pre loaded with games I think
Can aspect ratio be change to full screen?
Any custom firmware or way to overclock? Not to shabby the way it is though ,for the money 💰$!
Device is good but all the retro consoles with plastic case is easily broken and can harm board or cables. I have faced this problem many times. Next time I’ll buy a device with metal case.
Wow! I love it! For the price, it's like a Rpi but portable. I love the screen. It's a nice way to play vertical shmups. Also, the device looks like it's good quality.
if you haven't purchased the RG35XX H then buy it, you can name the video around the same as this.
How many pc engine games are on it?
The only problem abt this handheld is that it doesnt bring extra buttons so wen it Warren's out it can b replace cuz they didn't take to consideration on the type of games they put on this system that it will make it drift so that's one problem
Of course, they have interesting ideas, both in design and in software, but they remain simply a more accessible analogue of amberniks. the same weak processor year after year, holes in the software, no basic options for many years now. The main changes are only in the design and quality of materials. It's a pity.
I just bought a r36s....mnow i want this :( the addiction begins!!
it puzzles how these still dont have 6 buttons
Nice device. But the placement of the thumb sticks is disappointing.
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YEAH !!!
Battery seems terrible, can see it dropping just on the menus before you go over the specs
That's a normal powkiddy thing. Just open it, unplug battery and plug it back in.
Anbernic the best!
R36S or this?
Both great for the price. RGB is a fair bit more powerful though
Unsure about this. My miyoo mini plays PSP and PS1 fine.
I don't get the screen ratio
Still didn’t understand how the games are loaded
There is an option to buy it with no games or with an sd card pre loaded with games
even if the dpad is well placed, sadly it has the same flaw as sony controllers: the stick comes in the way of your thumb all the time, quite annoying.
Once again they put battery perfectly over the cpu, because batteries love to be warm and comfy 😂😂the
That’s black bro 🤷🏽♂️ maybe dark navy but not blue 😄
Dark gray?
That looks more like grey dark or. Black not blue😅😅😅
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