Just wanted to mention I saw your name dropped on Reddit and some people were complaining about how you make your content. I wanted to say forget those types of people, I enjoy the calmness of your content.
I switched from the RG35XX H to the RG40XX H right when it was released and until now, I do not regret a thing. Ergonomics are way better and the stacked shoulders and the bigger screen work wonders for me. I understand that some might not like that because you give up pocketability. However, I mostly wear baggy pants and cargo pants anyway (like every good rapper should!), so I got more than enough room for that thing. Plus I rarely carried around the RG35XX H directly in my pocket, most of the time I had it in its protective case anyway. I also do not care much for RGB lights, in my humble opinion, they could've just dropped them entirely. However, I put them to good use on my Knulli-driven device: I wrote a script that makes them light up yellow/red to warn me when battery falls below 20%/5%, I think that's kinda neat, especially since the power indicator LED is not on the face side of the device, so you can't really keep an eye on it. Generally speaking, I agree that this might be the best H700 handheld experience so far.
@@christruebe the script only works with Knulli. Someone who knows how to code might be able to adapt it to other OSes, too. Anyway, I already made it available on the Knulli Discord (in the RG40XX channel) and I handed in a Pull Request to the Knulli project, so it is likely to be included in a future Knulli release.
@@chrizzo_musik great feature and idea, plus this might inspire others to make other LED scripts, like ones that potentially will replicate the colors on the screen in certain areas in to light the LEDs with for added ambiance or to use as health/mana indicators in specific games etc. Could be really cool projects coming out of this.
@@marvinf9695 some CFW support ports of old 3D PC games like Quake, Duke Nukem 3D, Half-Life etc. These ports are optimized for dual stick shooter gameplay, if you play them, you profit a lot from stacked shoulder buttons.
I already own the 35xxH and the TrimUI Smart Pro. I feel like this is just a mashup of the 2. Not sure I need it but I'm glad this option exists for people looking for their first
This is for sure the best built handheld under $100. It's so solid, so extremely well built, this might also be the first Anbernic that I felt ZERO need to open it up to mod it. All buttons, triggers, etc are perfect from the factory. There is almost no rattle. All buttons have perfect weight and clicks. Even the start/select and menu buttons, which are dome switches, are pretty well dampened (but still with a good click) so they all feel premium and solid. I have like 20 anbernic devices and all H700 devices too and I can 100% confirm that this is the best build and more premium Anbernic device bellow $100 (and it's close to $50 even). I really hope that this is a sign that Anbernic is actually raising it's quality and that future handhelds from them will have at least this great level of build quality.
@@pawelk.8325 which is useless. The bigger screen is just bigger horizontally (16:9) and 99.99% of all games you will play on the trimui (and this anbernic) are 4:3 games. There is ZERO point in having such a screen with these lower end chips. Even dreamcast, that you can use 16:9 hacks on, is not that great on trimui. So I think this Anbernic makes much more sense. The bigger resolution is nice tho. I hope someone makes a 4:3 high resolution screen someday
I have a rg35xxh and while I like it, it really does feel like the most budget out of the budget handhelds I own. Low quality screen,plastic that feels flimsier than the verticsl rg35xx models and the speakers are somehow worse too. This model looks like its a straight up the better version of it and a direct upgrade. Will definitely pick one up later once the price gets around 50 bucks.
It seems like this will replace the RG35XX H as the go to in the XX lineup for many people unless they put portability above all else. This is simply a better product in every other way.
I skipped all the 35xx devices aside from the OG one and I got the 40xx-h THEN the SP I gotta say the 40xx is amazing and the SP I will take around with me. Having knulli on both and being able to just swap the game card is amazing since I don't use portmaster. Keep making thought provoking videos and keep the discussion going . I appreciate that anbernic seems to just be trying to cover all the form factors for all the nerds 😂
People complained that the flush sticks on the trimui smart pro were a disadvantage. Higher sticks are a good thing. If I purchased a 40XX H I would get the carry case and always transport it in that. Pockatability isn’t a big thing for me. When the devices get larger they need to be transported with respect.
Finally someone who has tried it side ways for vertical shooters! I have an rg arc and its mostly the same but it doesn't have the sticks. Once i saw this version i thought of vertical arcades which i love. Thanks for the review lad.
Was looking forward to your review on the RG40XX! I am so torn on this one... I recently bought the RG35XX H as my first retro handheld and still think it's amazing. Although the ergonomics and bigger screen on the RG40XX look so tempting. But as an old man as well, I fully agree on the RGB light xD. Keep up the good content! Much love
Great review! If it not being as easy to carry around is the worst thing about the device then it can't be that bad! Got one coming later this week hopefully. Looking forward to it!
If you buy this, spend the extra $20 and get the case, it's a good fit, and fits better in big pockets, bags, don't need to worry too much about screen protector etc.
I love the extra screen real estate. I feel a bit less squinty playing on this vs the RG35XX H. This will be my couch use device. I have other more pocketable devices to take on the go if needed. So far loving it for my use case.
Vladnerd once you get to 10,000 subs it should be a lot easier, I've seen channels lime techdweeb and joey grow slowly before 10,000 and then grow exponentially after that. Let's build this community up!
For me the RG35XX-H was my first Retro Handheld because I wanted a modern pocketable console because the battery on my PSP is just not great anymore because I used it that much. For my second Handheld I got an RG351P used only for 40$ for GBA. Yes I'm weird, I know but right now I don't need a new and more powerfull Handheld to play GameCube and PS2 because I have a Switch wich has Mario Kart, Smash Bros, Xenoblade, Final Fantasy X, Dragon Quest and many, many, many more!
Very nice video as always, if I would go today for my first retro-console, I'd probably go for this one, it smokes the H on so many aspects, but since I have an RG35XX Plus, I can live fine without it 🙂
Finally someone calling out the stupid rgb lights on everything, thank you. Nothing and i mean nothing can beat a nice slick all black design on a handheld
Everyone forgets one of the main markets for these devices - us Gen X retro nerds. My eyes aren’t the same as they were before and I love larger screens. If Anbernic dropped the RG50XX H or the RG55XX H tomorrow I would immediately purchase it.
@@VladNerd I think you should get in touch with Anbernic and ask that you get the deal for the special reveal for the RG50XX. You have our vote! Only Vlad could present it with the love that you have.
I got caught up in the handheld madness. I bought the RG35XX then realized I overlooked the fact that I need joysticks to play some of the higher end game so I bought the RG35XX H and then I realized holding it sucks so I will be returning that and getting the RG40XX H because of the ergonomic design more than the half an inch screen real estate.
Don’t forget the very underrated Anbernic RG Arc! That one also has a 4in screen and stands as my current favorite Anbernic handheld. I would strongly recommend it to anyone interested in Genesis, Master System, and even Saturn despite its reputation for iffy performance, which is highly overblown imo. 2D Saturn games, of which there are many amazing ones, mostly run fine and even a good handful of 3D Saturn games are totally playable if imperfect. I think of it more as a bonus whereas the Arc’s main selling point is that it is literally PERFECT for Genesis. Keep doing your thing Vlad. I hold your channel in high regard and just love your positive, friendly personality and attitude. Good vibes always. It’s honestly refreshing. You’re going places my dear nerd.
Despite the last 5 minutes trying to sell your fish (not comdemning; it's your job try to gather more sheeps) and some repeating about pocketability, i like the sincere look and sober feel of what you pointed; specially about "having grow up and not play to win, but to feel" since i pretty much relate to this words and also believe every single person around this damn world of ours would be better with this kind of thinking too. So... i couldn't agree more with you. It's dangerous to go alone, so i reccently get myself an RG556; this way i can enjoy "everything" my DSes can and some things my Switch can't in a quite big but yet carriable screen while also turning it into a secondary screen for my PC/home console when i want. It's a blast and have some NES to PS2 things at hand for the couple minutes after lunch is really good when my beloved Zelda is at another device - or not even that, cause i can save some versions of her on it too. I just need to do as a pokemon character and always have a bag with me. I could had got this 40xxH or something in its likes instead? I could; would be cheaper? Not so much considering the place where i live... but i believe that is the magic in these handhelds: you can ballance your needs with what they offer and pick your preffered form factor: this 40xxH would be my one if not ending so close as the 405 lineup in a matter of final price for me, which is just a step before the 556 i ended up with!
I bought 2 R36s for my kids but kept stealing one to play, so ended up buying a rg40xx h to put a stop to that. After seeing all of us, my wife became interested as well so now there's an rg cube on the way for her haha
I've spent some quite intense days deciding if my first retro handheld was going to be the rg40xx h or the 35. I would play very happily on a bigger screen but since performance is the same I finally went for the rg35xx h because of the pocketability.
I went from the RG35xx h to the Strimui Smart pro, I´ve had de miyoo mini and also the old and new Rg35xx as well as the Powkiddy X55. If I were to chose pocket friendly, then I stick with miyoo untill the release of the Miyoo Flip, If i want joycons, H or 40xx. And if I want long battery but same emulation PLUS Worse joycons.. Trimui. If only the trimui had proper joycons it would have been perfect for its current price range T_T (TSP right now its at about 55usd)
I exchanged my RG35XXH to TrimUI Smart Pro recently (and added CrossMix CFW) and I'm surprised how good TSP is! And I don't understand what people have against it's joycons. They are very smooth and responsive and truly analogue in contrast to Anbernic's joycons. Maybe the range of movement of TSP joycons isn't great but apart from that everything else is outstanding! Maybe the thing is that TrimUI have recently improved their Smart Pro in various aspects and the new version is deprived of its previous flaws. I bought mine TSP for 40 USD.
Not having the battery being heated by the SOC might actually improve battery life a fair bit. I'd be curious to see how the RG35xxh stacks up against it in a head to head
This is my favourite in the RG-XX lineup. The 4 inch screen is excellent, the d-pad is looser than the stiff one on the others and more pleasant to use, the ergonomics are good, and the ability to install Knulli is the icing on the cake. Many people in the comments sections of other videos on this device believe that the TrimUI Smart Pro is the better purchase, but I can only suggest that they don't know the magic of a 4 inch 4:3 screen. sure, the TSP's 16:9 screen is better for PSP, but I would argue that the TSP isn't the best choice for PSP in any case due to it lacking the performance to run all games at full speed or to upscale them.
don't know what you're talking about but PSP games run better on TSP with Crosmixx than on H700. The 5-inch TSP screen with 4:3 games is still 0.1 inches larger than the RG40XX
@@pawelk.8325 Just to clarify, I did not say the RG40XX is better than the TSP for PSP. I meant that the TSP isn't the best choice for PSP generally - you'd have to spend more to get a genuinely good PSP experience without having to play a whole host of games at 1x or use frameskip. Best to save up for longer and get a used RP3+ if PSP is a priority. On the screen size: when playing 4:3 content on the RG40XX, there are no borders. That's way more preferable to me than a 0.1 inch larger picture floating in the middle of a gaping black void on both sides of it. I'm not knocking anyone for being okay with large borders (I wish I could tolerate it), but it just ruins my immersion. Peace.
I have a cool fanny pack I rock around my chest diagonally, that would be a perfect fit for this. But I already have a Kishi v1 that I carry for my phone instead. I don't see the purpose of buying constantly outdated retro handhelds, when you already carry a much more powerful device all day anyway.
Hi Vlad I think that, like me, a lot of RG35XX-H owners were bummed out by the release of the RG40XX-H. Not because of the hardware itself, but because they would have preferred to buy the RG40XX-H instead of the other model. It would’ve been better if Anbernic had launched both models at the same time, so people could pick the one they liked more. Anyway, I bought it, and it should arrive tomorrow. I read on the MuOS website that the next update (2405.3 COOL BEANS) will add compatibility for the 40XX-H. I really hope it gets released soon, i can't live without it! Ciao fratello Manu
for that big of a device, I think I would like it to be more powerful tho. Battery life is great but you are going to realistically only play this at home so unless you want a cheap streaming device that also plays snes well natively. The other h700 devices with the 3.5inch screens make way more sense imho.
Until next time when there’s a RG45XXH, we will hear that the extra half inch matters 😂. Overall I’m good with the 35XXH, heck I even play games in micro devices using 2.8 inch screens and still enjoy the games, it’s all a matter of preference.
I much prefer the stacked shoulder buttons on a handheld I’m going to use them on… this isn’t one of those handhelds inline would have been fine. Though it does sort of add to the handhelds comfort that would have been a stretch for the fingers. Great review as always brother!
Right thats it, I am no longer watching your videos whilst eating my breakfast, I almost died. The turns them into german people comment made me laugh so hard I inhaled my coco pops rather than swallow them. I have just spent 15 minutes cleaning half chewed and very sticky brown goo off my keyboard and monitors. It was still worth it for the laugh alone :)
Some companies are guilty of this (Anbernic) but it seems the brands with true quality space out there releases decently well (AYN). If a company releases more than 1 style of handheld per year you know theyre in it for the $ and only the $
Ima be honest every time I see a review on this device I cant help but think that its just worse than the Trim UI Smart Pro, possibly the only thing that the 40xxh may have over the TSP are the analog sticks, the TSP has pretty much the same performance, bigger screen, larger battery, and is still pocketable if you want to bring it somewhere. But Maybe I'll have to use one myself to decide.
Fair points. The RG40XX H and the TrimUi Smart Pro are both amazing devices. (I'm gonna revisit the TrimUi Smart Pro soon actually). For me, the main differentiator is the aspect ratio. A lot of these retro consoles use 4:3, which technically makes for a way less long and more portable device. The TSP is unbeaten for anything PSP at its price point, though. :)
@@VladNerd Hi Vlad, if you re-review the Trimui Smart Pro theres a Crossmix update which has added more functionality to the device. It would be awesome to have your take on it.
Just got my 40XX 2 days ago and loving Knulli on it. I am investigating on how to use Synthing to sync saves and states between all the devices I am accumulating. Down the rabbit hole I go!!
Even if this becomes a big channel (and I hope it does), I don't think you will have a voice to directly talk to Anbernic. The only retro handheld tuber I know that has that kind of relationship with some manufacturers is Taki Udon, and even then I don't think he is on great terms with Anbernic. I think the best way to get review units is to make a deal with a reseller, which you either have already or are working towards.
I main concern is if it gets a lot less use time given the smaller battery and bigger screen. Also not getting another anbernic until they fix their joy con issue.
As an educator I feel I need to point out that entropy is not a force. Pedantic Alert! There is no force carrying, fundamental particle called entropy. Now, the handheld... I agree with your premise - it's an evolutionary iteration and not a revolution in handhelds. The problem with this handheld is that it's not enough of an iterative change to make me want to order it with one important caveat, if I'm a collector. If I'm new to the hobby, this might be a very attractive handheld for the price.
I'll stick with my Trimui Smart Pro. 4:3 content is about 4" on that, but it's 16:9 5" screen is vastly superior to the 40xx h for gba and psp. Cheaper too.
I have the Flipzizzle, the RGV10 (aaaaaawesome screen for GBA), the RGB30 (THE Pico8 machine) and the Zazzbiggle is soon to come in the mail xD. I need help.....
I am a bit dissapointed from the stock firmware of this device. I dont like the menu selection of the emulated systems.. i prefer custom firmwares like Amberelec on my rg351v.. and, one of my favourite retro system, the Amiga Emulation, is very bad on this stock firmware. Must be a software problem, because N64, PS1 and even Dreamcast runs very well on the device. Hope, there will be some better custom firmwares out soon for this thing.
it sucks. thumbsticks isnt in right spot for thumbs. they should never go right below buttons due to handheld not being wide enough. should be inner more than buttons.
I'm here impatiently waiting for the release of an Android 4:3 device with decent specs and a robust build quality at an affordable price. Doesn't have to be the latest Snapdragon, just something that can handle all 4:3 content without struggles (PS1,N64, DS [Not 4:3] & Dreamcast included). PSP, PS2 & Gamecube, I can do all that on my PC with 60 FPS and widescreen cheats and texture packs. I don't care for the 1:1 aspect ratio craze going on, it's too niche for me but I can understand why people dig it. Also, RetroArch need to work on some of their cores because they're really not well optimized tbh but that's a whole other can of worms. Rent over. Rant over.
4:17 What are you going to use analogue triggers for?!?! How does one even ask that?!?! I don't understand why they have to make the shoulder button setup so LARGE! they could easily move R1 and L1 closer to the lip of the face plate then move R2 and L2 closer. I did buy for my OG RG350 the Sakuramod analogue stick mod which removes the stick and leaves a textured sphere instead. I wonder how many analogue stick devices like this has this mod made for them. Yup, I can live without the RGB lights. if it saves like $5 off the cost... The 4" screen is welcome, Ive gotten use to using the 3" V90 screen and my 3.5" Rg350 screen but I'd like to see a 5" screen with the GBA aspect ratio. We have enough sub $100 devices that can play half the dreamcast and PSP library, we need more sub $150 devices that can play ALL Game Cube and PS2. Nice review, this device is sorely missing analogue triggers, probably this devices BIGGEST fail.
Once again Anbernic had to copy the competition because he himself was unable to make a good device. And then there are the thefts of games. It's a bit embarrassing to have Anbernick
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Just wanted to mention I saw your name dropped on Reddit and some people were complaining about how you make your content. I wanted to say forget those types of people, I enjoy the calmness of your content.
Once Redditors complain about you, you're onto something.
Reading this comment made me like the video that much more. 🔥🔥🔥
@@SavingPrivateBob Words of wisdom! More power to you VladNerd!
That means you're doing it right
If you got weirdos from reddit hating on you, that means you are a good, wholesome dude with amazing content 👍
I switched from the RG35XX H to the RG40XX H right when it was released and until now, I do not regret a thing. Ergonomics are way better and the stacked shoulders and the bigger screen work wonders for me. I understand that some might not like that because you give up pocketability. However, I mostly wear baggy pants and cargo pants anyway (like every good rapper should!), so I got more than enough room for that thing. Plus I rarely carried around the RG35XX H directly in my pocket, most of the time I had it in its protective case anyway. I also do not care much for RGB lights, in my humble opinion, they could've just dropped them entirely. However, I put them to good use on my Knulli-driven device: I wrote a script that makes them light up yellow/red to warn me when battery falls below 20%/5%, I think that's kinda neat, especially since the power indicator LED is not on the face side of the device, so you can't really keep an eye on it. Generally speaking, I agree that this might be the best H700 handheld experience so far.
Could you share that script please? And possibly a tutorial on how to install it? That sounds like a wonderful use of the RGB.
@@christruebe the script only works with Knulli. Someone who knows how to code might be able to adapt it to other OSes, too. Anyway, I already made it available on the Knulli Discord (in the RG40XX channel) and I handed in a Pull Request to the Knulli project, so it is likely to be included in a future Knulli release.
@@chrizzo_musik great feature and idea, plus this might inspire others to make other LED scripts, like ones that potentially will replicate the colors on the screen in certain areas in to light the LEDs with for added ambiance or to use as health/mana indicators in specific games etc. Could be really cool projects coming out of this.
Why everyone prefere stacked shoulder buttons only ps1 is using r2 and l2 and the right stick has the same Funktion. I dort understand this opinion
@@marvinf9695 some CFW support ports of old 3D PC games like Quake, Duke Nukem 3D, Half-Life etc. These ports are optimized for dual stick shooter gameplay, if you play them, you profit a lot from stacked shoulder buttons.
I already own the 35xxH and the TrimUI Smart Pro. I feel like this is just a mashup of the 2. Not sure I need it but I'm glad this option exists for people looking for their first
I'm still undecided, who gets my virginit, but I'm tending to the TSP right now.
This is exactly the video I was waiting for!! A direct comparison between the Rg40XX H and the RG35XX H! Thank you so much, VladNerd!! 😄
Pocketability shmocketability... we all know 90% of the time these are played on our beds 😅
Also, it still fits in a lot of pockets, unless are you wear is tight jeans or suits.
But in that case I would not care about a device smaller then like a 5,5 inch screen.
This is for sure the best built handheld under $100. It's so solid, so extremely well built, this might also be the first Anbernic that I felt ZERO need to open it up to mod it. All buttons, triggers, etc are perfect from the factory. There is almost no rattle. All buttons have perfect weight and clicks. Even the start/select and menu buttons, which are dome switches, are pretty well dampened (but still with a good click) so they all feel premium and solid. I have like 20 anbernic devices and all H700 devices too and I can 100% confirm that this is the best build and more premium Anbernic device bellow $100 (and it's close to $50 even).
I really hope that this is a sign that Anbernic is actually raising it's quality and that future handhelds from them will have at least this great level of build quality.
Trimui Smart Pro is well made has an even larger screen with an even higher resolution.
@@pawelk.8325 which is useless. The bigger screen is just bigger horizontally (16:9) and 99.99% of all games you will play on the trimui (and this anbernic) are 4:3 games. There is ZERO point in having such a screen with these lower end chips. Even dreamcast, that you can use 16:9 hacks on, is not that great on trimui. So I think this Anbernic makes much more sense. The bigger resolution is nice tho. I hope someone makes a 4:3 high resolution screen someday
I have a rg35xxh and while I like it, it really does feel like the most budget out of the budget handhelds I own. Low quality screen,plastic that feels flimsier than the verticsl rg35xx models and the speakers are somehow worse too. This model looks like its a straight up the better version of it and a direct upgrade. Will definitely pick one up later once the price gets around 50 bucks.
It seems like this will replace the RG35XX H as the go to in the XX lineup for many people unless they put portability above all else. This is simply a better product in every other way.
I skipped all the 35xx devices aside from the OG one and I got the 40xx-h THEN the SP I gotta say the 40xx is amazing and the SP I will take around with me. Having knulli on both and being able to just swap the game card is amazing since I don't use portmaster. Keep making thought provoking videos and keep the discussion going . I appreciate that anbernic seems to just be trying to cover all the form factors for all the nerds 😂
People complained that the flush sticks on the trimui smart pro were a disadvantage. Higher sticks are a good thing. If I purchased a 40XX H I would get the carry case and always transport it in that. Pockatability isn’t a big thing for me. When the devices get larger they need to be transported with respect.
Finally someone who has tried it side ways for vertical shooters! I have an rg arc and its mostly the same but it doesn't have the sticks. Once i saw this version i thought of vertical arcades which i love. Thanks for the review lad.
Was looking forward to your review on the RG40XX! I am so torn on this one... I recently bought the RG35XX H as my first retro handheld and still think it's amazing. Although the ergonomics and bigger screen on the RG40XX look so tempting. But as an old man as well, I fully agree on the RGB light xD. Keep up the good content! Much love
Much love right back, my guy! ❤️
ordered mine last week just waiting for it to arrive good video Vlad
Thanks, really means a lot. 🍻
I am so glad you are being sent handhelds to demo otherwise it would be mother flipping expensive.
Trust me, it's still motherflipping expensive. 😄
Oh well, passion makes it all worth it. ❤️
Great review! If it not being as easy to carry around is the worst thing about the device then it can't be that bad! Got one coming later this week hopefully. Looking forward to it!
If you buy this, spend the extra $20 and get the case, it's a good fit, and fits better in big pockets, bags, don't need to worry too much about screen protector etc.
I love the extra screen real estate. I feel a bit less squinty playing on this vs the RG35XX H. This will be my couch use device. I have other more pocketable devices to take on the go if needed. So far loving it for my use case.
Vladnerd once you get to 10,000 subs it should be a lot easier, I've seen channels lime techdweeb and joey grow slowly before 10,000 and then grow exponentially after that. Let's build this community up!
I am now waiting for the RG40xx DS
For me the RG35XX-H was my first Retro Handheld because I wanted a modern pocketable console because the battery on my PSP is just not great anymore because I used it that much.
For my second Handheld I got an RG351P used only for 40$ for GBA.
Yes I'm weird, I know but right now I don't need a new and more powerfull Handheld to play GameCube and PS2 because I have a Switch wich has Mario Kart, Smash Bros, Xenoblade, Final Fantasy X, Dragon Quest and many, many, many more!
Very nice video as always, if I would go today for my first retro-console, I'd probably go for this one, it smokes the H on so many aspects, but since I have an RG35XX Plus, I can live fine without it 🙂
Thank you, Vlad. I'm looking into my first handheld. This nerd lady appreciates you. You've helped me make up my mind.
This means a lot, thanks. ❤️
Finally someone calling out the stupid rgb lights on everything, thank you. Nothing and i mean nothing can beat a nice slick all black design on a handheld
You rock bro i love the RG40XXH and i have all the other models RG35XX,RG35XXPLUS,RG35XX+,RG35XXH
Everyone forgets one of the main markets for these devices - us Gen X retro nerds. My eyes aren’t the same as they were before and I love larger screens. If Anbernic dropped the RG50XX H or the RG55XX H tomorrow I would immediately purchase it.
I fully agree with this. My eyes are going to poop with each passing year. In 5 years, 5 inches will be my new standard. 😄
@@VladNerd I think you should get in touch with Anbernic and ask that you get the deal for the special reveal for the RG50XX. You have our vote! Only Vlad could present it with the love that you have.
You're one of the most interesting dudes I've ever listened to. Gotta say.
Chanced upon your channel today.. loved the great mix of honesty and humor. Subscribed.
Welcome aboard, my dear nerd! 🥰
I got caught up in the handheld madness. I bought the RG35XX then realized I overlooked the fact that I need joysticks to play some of the higher end game so I bought the RG35XX H and then I realized holding it sucks so I will be returning that and getting the RG40XX H because of the ergonomic design more than the half an inch screen real estate.
Don’t forget the very underrated Anbernic RG Arc! That one also has a 4in screen and stands as my current favorite Anbernic handheld. I would strongly recommend it to anyone interested in Genesis, Master System, and even Saturn despite its reputation for iffy performance, which is highly overblown imo. 2D Saturn games, of which there are many amazing ones, mostly run fine and even a good handful of 3D Saturn games are totally playable if imperfect. I think of it more as a bonus whereas the Arc’s main selling point is that it is literally PERFECT for Genesis.
Keep doing your thing Vlad. I hold your channel in high regard and just love your positive, friendly personality and attitude. Good vibes always. It’s honestly refreshing. You’re going places my dear nerd.
Despite the last 5 minutes trying to sell your fish (not comdemning; it's your job try to gather more sheeps) and some repeating about pocketability, i like the sincere look and sober feel of what you pointed; specially about "having grow up and not play to win, but to feel" since i pretty much relate to this words and also believe every single person around this damn world of ours would be better with this kind of thinking too.
So... i couldn't agree more with you. It's dangerous to go alone, so i reccently get myself an RG556; this way i can enjoy "everything" my DSes can and some things my Switch can't in a quite big but yet carriable screen while also turning it into a secondary screen for my PC/home console when i want.
It's a blast and have some NES to PS2 things at hand for the couple minutes after lunch is really good when my beloved Zelda is at another device - or not even that, cause i can save some versions of her on it too. I just need to do as a pokemon character and always have a bag with me.
I could had got this 40xxH or something in its likes instead? I could; would be cheaper? Not so much considering the place where i live... but i believe that is the magic in these handhelds: you can ballance your needs with what they offer and pick your preffered form factor: this 40xxH would be my one if not ending so close as the 405 lineup in a matter of final price for me, which is just a step before the 556 i ended up with!
I bought 2 R36s for my kids but kept stealing one to play, so ended up buying a rg40xx h to put a stop to that. After seeing all of us, my wife became interested as well so now there's an rg cube on the way for her haha
Sure, by for "her", you mean actually "us" 😉
I've spent some quite intense days deciding if my first retro handheld was going to be the rg40xx h or the 35. I would play very happily on a bigger screen but since performance is the same I finally went for the rg35xx h because of the pocketability.
I went from the RG35xx h to the Strimui Smart pro, I´ve had de miyoo mini and also the old and new Rg35xx as well as the Powkiddy X55. If I were to chose pocket friendly, then I stick with miyoo untill the release of the Miyoo Flip, If i want joycons, H or 40xx. And if I want long battery but same emulation PLUS Worse joycons.. Trimui. If only the trimui had proper joycons it would have been perfect for its current price range T_T (TSP right now its at about 55usd)
I exchanged my RG35XXH to TrimUI Smart Pro recently (and added CrossMix CFW) and I'm surprised how good TSP is! And I don't understand what people have against it's joycons. They are very smooth and responsive and truly analogue in contrast to Anbernic's joycons. Maybe the range of movement of TSP joycons isn't great but apart from that everything else is outstanding! Maybe the thing is that TrimUI have recently improved their Smart Pro in various aspects and the new version is deprived of its previous flaws. I bought mine TSP for 40 USD.
@@skowron_1978 try the TH-cam player! It’s getting there!
Dude I love your videos so glad I found you. I get as excited for your videos as much as techmoan and dankpods now.
when I owned a 35xxH I always wished with a handheld console like 40xxH because it has all that aspects that 35xxH lacks
Not having the battery being heated by the SOC might actually improve battery life a fair bit.
I'd be curious to see how the RG35xxh stacks up against it in a head to head
Excellent editing as always
Obvious like for OG Vegeta and Goku references 😁
Though - as a German - I have to add, we don't really look like that anymore, but ask Argentinians 🙃
This is my favourite in the RG-XX lineup. The 4 inch screen is excellent, the d-pad is looser than the stiff one on the others and more pleasant to use, the ergonomics are good, and the ability to install Knulli is the icing on the cake. Many people in the comments sections of other videos on this device believe that the TrimUI Smart Pro is the better purchase, but I can only suggest that they don't know the magic of a 4 inch 4:3 screen. sure, the TSP's 16:9 screen is better for PSP, but I would argue that the TSP isn't the best choice for PSP in any case due to it lacking the performance to run all games at full speed or to upscale them.
don't know what you're talking about but PSP games run better on TSP with Crosmixx than on H700. The 5-inch TSP screen with 4:3 games is still 0.1 inches larger than the RG40XX
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@@pawelk.8325 Just to clarify, I did not say the RG40XX is better than the TSP for PSP. I meant that the TSP isn't the best choice for PSP generally - you'd have to spend more to get a genuinely good PSP experience without having to play a whole host of games at 1x or use frameskip. Best to save up for longer and get a used RP3+ if PSP is a priority.
On the screen size: when playing 4:3 content on the RG40XX, there are no borders. That's way more preferable to me than a 0.1 inch larger picture floating in the middle of a gaping black void on both sides of it. I'm not knocking anyone for being okay with large borders (I wish I could tolerate it), but it just ruins my immersion. Peace.
@@pawelk.8325 the thing is yeah can run psp but 2x, 3x resolution?
I have a cool fanny pack I rock around my chest diagonally, that would be a perfect fit for this. But I already have a Kishi v1 that I carry for my phone instead. I don't see the purpose of buying constantly outdated retro handhelds, when you already carry a much more powerful device all day anyway.
I love your videos so much. Easily ny favorite retrohandheld reviewer
Hi Vlad
I think that, like me, a lot of RG35XX-H owners were bummed out by the release of the RG40XX-H.
Not because of the hardware itself, but because they would have preferred to buy the RG40XX-H instead of the other model.
It would’ve been better if Anbernic had launched both models at the same time, so people could pick the one they liked more.
Anyway, I bought it, and it should arrive tomorrow.
I read on the MuOS website that the next update (2405.3 COOL BEANS) will add compatibility for the 40XX-H.
I really hope it gets released soon, i can't live without it!
Ciao fratello
Manu
@Vlad all subbed up and thumbed up I really enjoy your vids 😊❤
Welcome aboard! ❤️
for that big of a device, I think I would like it to be more powerful tho. Battery life is great but you are going to realistically only play this at home so unless you want a cheap streaming device that also plays snes well natively. The other h700 devices with the 3.5inch screens make way more sense imho.
They always gave out a screen protector with every device. All of a sudden they say purchase separately 🤦♂️
I'm going to upgrade my RG35XXH to the RG40XXH. This has sold me. Keeping my RG556 over the cube though 😂
Until next time when there’s a RG45XXH, we will hear that the extra half inch matters 😂. Overall I’m good with the 35XXH, heck I even play games in micro devices using 2.8 inch screens and still enjoy the games, it’s all a matter of preference.
vlad you can't do this. i've been trying to find reviews to talk me OUT of buying this.
Don't do it. Unless you want to. 😄🥰
I couldn't decide between them, so I took both. Even though it's the same processor, the magic of Anbernic is something unique) Damn Chinese magicians
i just got the sp and then this came out, i think ill make this my next purchase if nothing new comes out
Agree. I don't need RGB lights. I even turn off the RGB lights on my BSP d8 controller 😂
I much prefer the stacked shoulder buttons on a handheld I’m going to use them on… this isn’t one of those handhelds inline would have been fine. Though it does sort of add to the handhelds comfort that would have been a stretch for the fingers. Great review as always brother!
Thanks, my guy!
bro got me about to spit up my gamer sups laughing
Don't do this to me Vlad you're the main reason I decided to buy the 35xx h. Now you gonna make me buy the 40xx?
Fine! But let this be the last time
To be fair, I think you're gonna be super happy with the RG35XX H as well, it's an amazing device.
That .5 inches though 😄
Achtung! German Motherflippers are watching you now, Vlad. 😉
They know I love them. ❤️
Right thats it, I am no longer watching your videos whilst eating my breakfast, I almost died. The turns them into german people comment made me laugh so hard I inhaled my coco pops rather than swallow them. I have just spent 15 minutes cleaning half chewed and very sticky brown goo off my keyboard and monitors. It was still worth it for the laugh alone :)
Sorry not sorry. 😄
Also, thanks for the kind words. ❤️
I enjoyed your video😊👌. Thanks 👍
Ayy, 39 seconds old is practically ancient for handhelds these days.
Some companies are guilty of this (Anbernic) but it seems the brands with true quality space out there releases decently well (AYN). If a company releases more than 1 style of handheld per year you know theyre in it for the $ and only the $
I'm managing expectations from now on
Ima be honest every time I see a review on this device I cant help but think that its just worse than the Trim UI Smart Pro, possibly the only thing that the 40xxh may have over the TSP are the analog sticks, the TSP has pretty much the same performance, bigger screen, larger battery, and is still pocketable if you want to bring it somewhere. But Maybe I'll have to use one myself to decide.
Fair points. The RG40XX H and the TrimUi Smart Pro are both amazing devices. (I'm gonna revisit the TrimUi Smart Pro soon actually).
For me, the main differentiator is the aspect ratio. A lot of these retro consoles use 4:3, which technically makes for a way less long and more portable device. The TSP is unbeaten for anything PSP at its price point, though. :)
Exactly what i was thinking.
@@VladNerd Hi Vlad, if you re-review the Trimui Smart Pro theres a Crossmix update which has added more functionality to the device. It would be awesome to have your take on it.
@@kiko8u andddd you just guessed my video idea. 😄
Guess the cat's out of the bag. I'll cover it fairly soon. :)
@@VladNerd Awesome!
Keep up the awesome work!!
OMFG! This is THE FIRST SuperThanks that I received ever since I started the channel!
Thanks a lot man, you've made my day! ❤️
Just got my 40XX 2 days ago and loving Knulli on it. I am investigating on how to use Synthing to sync saves and states between all the devices I am accumulating. Down the rabbit hole I go!!
I like how I review it😂.
Anyway I saving money for my Nintendo switch 2😅.
LOOOOOL
best intro ever!
Even if this becomes a big channel (and I hope it does), I don't think you will have a voice to directly talk to Anbernic. The only retro handheld tuber I know that has that kind of relationship with some manufacturers is Taki Udon, and even then I don't think he is on great terms with Anbernic.
I think the best way to get review units is to make a deal with a reseller, which you either have already or are working towards.
I m fine with my over 6 months old rg36xx plus..
..as a angry German man
Hope you're not taking it seriously. I love you guys over there. 🥰
I main concern is if it gets a lot less use time given the smaller battery and bigger screen.
Also not getting another anbernic until they fix their joy con issue.
What do you think about the Anbernic rg35xxsp ? Doesn't it offer a better experience(-the sticks)?
I actually made a review on it. It's a few videos back in my backlog of vids. 🍻
As an educator I feel I need to point out that entropy is not a force.
Pedantic Alert!
There is no force carrying, fundamental particle called entropy.
Now, the handheld...
I agree with your premise - it's an evolutionary iteration and not a revolution in handhelds. The problem with this handheld is that it's not enough of an iterative change to make me want to order it with one important caveat, if I'm a collector. If I'm new to the hobby, this might be a very attractive handheld for the price.
I love this answer. Also, you're right on the money with entropy!
@@VladNerd Thanks man!
I'll stick with my Trimui Smart Pro. 4:3 content is about 4" on that, but it's 16:9 5" screen is vastly superior to the 40xx h for gba and psp. Cheaper too.
But it’s huge and that matters to many ppl.
@@smokehead5318 The TSP is 0.87 inch longer than the RG40XX...
Hey, 3.5 inches is perfectly average. What really matters is the handhelds personality.
Love it had a dog name Broly
I have the Flipzizzle, the RGV10 (aaaaaawesome screen for GBA), the RGB30 (THE Pico8 machine) and the Zazzbiggle is soon to come in the mail xD. I need help.....
But wait, there is the rg40xx v now!
You ever heard about slim cases? Put it in that and pocket it :P
I went to this one after trying the 28xx, found out i am getting old for mini screen.
I will wait for the 40xxsp
Wonderfully objective and informative content as usual Vlad...like and subscribe peeps!!!!!!
I am a bit dissapointed from the stock firmware of this device. I dont like the menu selection of the emulated systems.. i prefer custom firmwares like Amberelec on my rg351v.. and, one of my favourite retro system, the Amiga Emulation, is very bad on this stock firmware. Must be a software problem, because N64, PS1 and even Dreamcast runs very well on the device. Hope, there will be some better custom firmwares out soon for this thing.
subscribed my dear nerd!
Heck yeah! 🥹
you are the best
Thanks, my guy. 🥹❤️
I don't know if It matters to me but I was told to matters to her.
But why get this over a Trimui smart pro?
My 40XX came with a dead white pixel 😭
Got a partial refund and ordered a new one
SHOULD I UPGRADE TO THIS FROM 35XX H?
Totally depends on you. I'm actually gonna make a comparison video for these two soon!
I'd suggest to get an OLED vita and jailbreak it for hombrew. It's worth the 120-150 bucks
so can this thing play ps1 n64 or can dreamcast and ps2 too ?
It can play up to some Dreamcast, but not PS2.
Goku , picollo, watched them axn
it sucks. thumbsticks isnt in right spot for thumbs. they should never go right below buttons due to handheld not being wide enough. should be inner more than buttons.
I'm here impatiently waiting for the release of an Android 4:3 device with decent specs and a robust build quality at an affordable price. Doesn't have to be the latest Snapdragon, just something that can handle all 4:3 content without struggles (PS1,N64, DS [Not 4:3] & Dreamcast included). PSP, PS2 & Gamecube, I can do all that on my PC with 60 FPS and widescreen cheats and texture packs. I don't care for the 1:1 aspect ratio craze going on, it's too niche for me but I can understand why people dig it. Also, RetroArch need to work on some of their cores because they're really not well optimized tbh but that's a whole other can of worms. Rent over. Rant over.
so...size does matter...
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4:17 What are you going to use analogue triggers for?!?! How does one even ask that?!?!
I don't understand why they have to make the shoulder button setup so LARGE! they could easily move R1 and L1 closer to the lip of the face plate then move R2 and L2 closer.
I did buy for my OG RG350 the Sakuramod analogue stick mod which removes the stick and leaves a textured sphere instead. I wonder how many analogue stick devices like this has this mod made for them.
Yup, I can live without the RGB lights. if it saves like $5 off the cost...
The 4" screen is welcome, Ive gotten use to using the 3" V90 screen and my 3.5" Rg350 screen but I'd like to see a 5" screen with the GBA aspect ratio.
We have enough sub $100 devices that can play half the dreamcast and PSP library, we need more sub $150 devices that can play ALL Game Cube and PS2.
Nice review, this device is sorely missing analogue triggers, probably this devices BIGGEST fail.
Still Wait rg40xx SP 😂 ..
I don't need that extra half an inch personally, 3.5" is more than enough to get the job done
Dude, this video could be 2 times shorter with the same content !
Less dbz more gaming
it's just a crappy trimui smart pro
like much crappier
RGB m as kes u gay faster ??
Once again Anbernic had to copy the competition because he himself was unable to make a good device. And then there are the thefts of games. It's a bit embarrassing to have Anbernick