I placed an order for this a couple of weeks ago. This will be my first ever retro handheld so looking forward to experienxinf it. This video makes me all the more excited for it
I really like the clean, modern and minimalistic design of those. For me they are one of the nicest vertical devices. And although many are complaining about so many devices coming out I‘m happy that we now have options to chose what we like most. What definitely would help if Anbernic would share a roadmap of their releases within a year for all those who are tempted to buy devices directly after their release.
I really like that idea, a roadmap would be nice to have. I do agree though, options are always nice and it's great we have so many especially at this price point! 💙💜
My first device was the RG351M and I just ordered this, on top of my steamdeck and steamdeck OLEDS, I think this completes all my needs for retro gaming!
Loved your very detailed and knowledgeable review. I ordered this handheld in white yesterday from Anbernic missing the sale by one day. I had a hard time choosing between white or blue as they both look great. Keep up the great reviews.
Abneric is like my nearby bakery,.. Every day the SAME baker with the same bread is waiting for me on the shelves. The baker sometimes changes his suit...
As cursed as it is, I almost hope that Zu gets his wish! We could use a device like this (albeit, a bit more powerful) but with the stick in the middle and with 2 extra face buttons for N64. At the very least, I hope they keep this form factor moving forward for more powerful models! 💚
Nice video ! One note for the sleep function, that you turned "off" right away going to the auto shut down setting, saying the sleep only turns off the display... Actually since the latest couple releases of stock fw on my rg35xxPlus sleep has become pretty good, if I tap the power button in the middle of a game and leave it there over night it only looses like 2-3 % while remaining in the game, kinda like an Android device. I suppose the same good deep sleep is implemented on the rg40xx models as well... Check it out!
GREAT effn review, Rob. I just picked it up before the sale ended for $61usd $82cad. I've been waiting for a successor to my RG351V woodgrain. I decided to wait and see if there were any bugs, and so far it's only the analog stick which hopefully will have a cfw to fix it. luckily I got the sale! Got a question, did you try Killer Instinct for arcade? Is it able to play it well? Thanks Rob!
Performance will be the same between the two, it’s really just preference. The 40XX will have the larger screen but will also be physically larger than the 35XX.
@retrotechdad I know, right!? It's crazy. They just did the very thing everyone's been joking about for the last week and a half. The email and pictures didn't mention the chipset, bit I'm guessing it'll still be the same.
@NickTaylor-Phantom-Works2 Yes, it will be able to do PS2 pretty well. It’s the same chip that’s in the RG Cube and RG 556 🙏 The T820 punches well above its weight, even featured a good amount of Switch emulation on the channel with the 556.
Im probably going to buy this thing just for the dpad, i have searched far and wide and nothing conpares to the nes dpad, which is kind lf loose and has divots in the 4 directions, i think this device is as close as you can get to that. There needs to be more 4" top screen devices 3.5" is just not quite big enough
i think the chipset is the same. I have a wood style rg351v myself but i like how they added a 4" screen, the body is slightly slimmer, more ergonomic buttons, pdf support, music player, hdmi and bluetooth for arcade sticks / ergonomic remote. I was between white and blue but i ended up going for blue bc i feel like it wont age as bad. i still will keep my rg351v
The 351V has the RK3326 so it's pretty similar to the H700 in terms of performance and expectations of what can be played on it. I'd say if you feel you really need a larger screen, it's a nice thing to have especially if you can grab it for less than the $66 price, which will happen frequently with coupons and sales. There are some nice refinements with the RG40XX but it's nothing ground breaking and just a solid handheld in general.
@retrotechdad Amazon so I did return them an waiting on the new devices. I'm just wondering if it's a me issue or is the quality bad? I watch plenty of reviews and teardowns on these devices and nobody mentions issues with the screen.
I feel like they could shave half an inch and put another stick. Wouldn’t hurt either to have a chip that can do N64. Then it’d be about perfect until I start craving for ps2 and gc 😂
Are you on team vertical or horizontal? Did you pick up the RG40XXV?
I'm on team "Yes, I'll take another!" I ordered it immediately, and almost ordered 2.. 💚
The blue is nice,but I may need the white in addition. Thanks for answesome and detailed video🔥🔥🔥
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The screen looks beautiful 😍
I already buy, White one.. beautifull with black lcd
Vertical
if anbernic ever stops coming out with products, you know the end is nigh
😅🤣🤣
Another one got announced today. 406V. Very similar to this but 2 analogue sticks.
Just ordered this,first device and new to the retro hobby.
Same, mine will be with me tomorrow 😍
I placed an order for this a couple of weeks ago. This will be my first ever retro handheld so looking forward to experienxinf it. This video makes me all the more excited for it
This will be my first vertical it looks very nice! I got same color.
Nice, it's a really solid choice. It might be favorite vertical. 🔥
I really like the clean, modern and minimalistic design of those. For me they are one of the nicest vertical devices. And although many are complaining about so many devices coming out I‘m happy that we now have options to chose what we like most. What definitely would help if Anbernic would share a roadmap of their releases within a year for all those who are tempted to buy devices directly after their release.
I really like that idea, a roadmap would be nice to have. I do agree though, options are always nice and it's great we have so many especially at this price point! 💙💜
CALLED OUT LOVE YOU ROB, YES COSMIC SMASH IS AMAZING. Also an incredible Dad video per usual! - Stubbs
My first device was the RG351M and I just ordered this, on top of my steamdeck and steamdeck OLEDS, I think this completes all my needs for retro gaming!
I'm on both teams. Can't wait to get mine. Great video.
Same! 💙💜 I just like handhelds. 😅
Yep. Already ordered mine. My 351V packed it in long ago so this looks to be a great replacement.
The white one looks so nice. Great review as usual. Thanks Rob 🙂
Loved your very detailed and knowledgeable review. I ordered this handheld in white yesterday from Anbernic missing the sale by one day. I had a hard time choosing between white or blue as they both look great. Keep up the great reviews.
Thank you for your kind words, I appreciate it! 🤗 I agree, the blue and white are both super clean looking and so aesthetically pleasing!
Abneric is like my nearby bakery,.. Every day the SAME baker with the same bread is waiting for me on the shelves. The baker sometimes changes his suit...
😅😅😅
Loved that Intro🤣 "gues were doing this again"👍
Gotta have a little bit of fun with it 😅
@@retrotechdad Brilliant 😁👌
I'm on both teams. If it's functional and comfortable I'll enjoy it either way. I ordered the indigo one. Great review by the way!
The indigo is so beautiful, I keep going back and forth between the white and indigo. 😅😁
Despite what people said the 40xx H has been my favorite in the series. I’m really excited about the V. I can’t wait.
I think this is the best anbernic ever! Looks gorgeous!❤
I seriously can't wait for mine to arrive, I'm just too old for 3.5 inch screens.
Ordered a black one few days ago, hoping to get my hands on it asap
Nice! I hope you enjoy it. 🙏
I consider it a Rite of Passage to have aging eyes. These eyes are getting older gracefully so let's go 4 inches and up
Yo Fred! 🤗🤗 It definitely makes a difference!
As cursed as it is, I almost hope that Zu gets his wish! We could use a device like this (albeit, a bit more powerful) but with the stick in the middle and with 2 extra face buttons for N64. At the very least, I hope they keep this form factor moving forward for more powerful models! 💚
No, we seriously need something like that! 😅
@@retrotechdad I know I want one, but man.. I'm not sure how well it'd sell! 😆
I like this one, thinking to buy it
I’m very tempted but my main 4” 4:3 screen handheld is the Arc D. Maybe if this goes on a crazy sale I’ll add it to the pile.
Yea, it's a beauty but no need to rush out if there's no use case. The sales will come! 🙏🙏
What handheld is this?
The Anbernic RG ARC. It’s got a great Sega style d-pad with 6 face buttons, I covered it on the channel last year. 🙏
Upcoming handheld RG406V
I’ll see you in two weeks 😂🤦♂️😭
Nice video ! One note for the sleep function, that you turned "off" right away going to the auto shut down setting, saying the sleep only turns off the display... Actually since the latest couple releases of stock fw on my rg35xxPlus sleep has become pretty good, if I tap the power button in the middle of a game and leave it there over night it only looses like 2-3 % while remaining in the game, kinda like an Android device. I suppose the same good deep sleep is implemented on the rg40xx models as well... Check it out!
GREAT effn review, Rob. I just picked it up before the sale ended for $61usd $82cad. I've been waiting for a successor to my RG351V woodgrain. I decided to wait and see if there were any bugs, and so far it's only the analog stick which hopefully will have a cfw to fix it. luckily I got the sale!
Got a question, did you try Killer Instinct for arcade? Is it able to play it well?
Thanks Rob!
Is that a yellow Sega Gamegear on your desk? Is it a shell swap or official? I've never seen one before and it looks great!
I plan on getting my hands on this but I will attempt to take off the stick because I don't need it. I just hope it can work without it.
I’m about to get an Anbernic calendar 3D printer. Every release is a face palm 🤦😂. Here comes the RG 406V
Time to reset 😅🤦♂️
Is there a benefit changing the stick to a hall effect stick?
I just ordered mine can’t wait!
Why don’t they ship with any Mario games?
25:14 which game is that
I'm a newbie with retro handhelds, between Rg35xxplus and that one 40xx .. is there a big difference??
Performance will be the same between the two, it’s really just preference. The 40XX will have the larger screen but will also be physically larger than the 35XX.
@@retrotechdad oh great , now that is clear to me. Thank you ✌️🫶
Great video, definitely getting one of these. FYI your TH-cam chapters are for a different video (did you copy and paste from somewhere else?) :)
Thank you, I appreciate it! Good 'ol YT with the glitches 😅
I like this but i would also be considering the RG 34 XX
Hoping they do a gameboy dmg grey of this
Which looks better in person, the blue or the white?
Timestamps seem to be wrong. Just a lil heads-up
Fixed them, thank you! Description had them right but YT was glitching. 😅
Anyone else get an email from anbernic today about a new 406V???
0 days since last Anbernic 😅🤪
@retrotechdad I know, right!? It's crazy. They just did the very thing everyone's been joking about for the last week and a half. The email and pictures didn't mention the chipset, bit I'm guessing it'll still be the same.
It will be a T820
@retrotechdad is that able to do ps2? I only ask cos it has dual sticks in the images. Or is just better emulate ps1 for those titles that use them?
@NickTaylor-Phantom-Works2 Yes, it will be able to do PS2 pretty well. It’s the same chip that’s in the RG Cube and RG 556 🙏 The T820 punches well above its weight, even featured a good amount of Switch emulation on the channel with the 556.
I wanna know if the screen have better brightness, color, light bleed, etc. that the 405v
So I have a question… did you have to install the SNES emulator? Becuz I don’t have SNES folder to put roms in.. someone help
Im probably going to buy this thing just for the dpad, i have searched far and wide and nothing conpares to the nes dpad, which is kind lf loose and has divots in the 4 directions, i think this device is as close as you can get to that. There needs to be more 4" top screen devices 3.5" is just not quite big enough
should i upgrade my rg351v for better performance?
i think the chipset is the same. I have a wood style rg351v myself but i like how they added a 4" screen, the body is slightly slimmer, more ergonomic buttons, pdf support, music player, hdmi and bluetooth for arcade sticks / ergonomic remote. I was between white and blue but i ended up going for blue bc i feel like it wont age as bad. i still will keep my rg351v
The 351V has the RK3326 so it's pretty similar to the H700 in terms of performance and expectations of what can be played on it. I'd say if you feel you really need a larger screen, it's a nice thing to have especially if you can grab it for less than the $66 price, which will happen frequently with coupons and sales.
There are some nice refinements with the RG40XX but it's nothing ground breaking and just a solid handheld in general.
Random question .. i was trying to figure out which one to get. Im looking to play half life, do you know which system i should get?
Guys I've bought 2 of the H version and 1 of the V version and 2/3 the screens broke. Anybody else have issues with the screens?
Where did you buy it from? I'd definitely get them replaced/return.
@retrotechdad Amazon so I did return them an waiting on the new devices. I'm just wondering if it's a me issue or is the quality bad? I watch plenty of reviews and teardowns on these devices and nobody mentions issues with the screen.
Just me or does it feel like they could have put a bigger battery in this thing, looks a bit lost in that shell!. Wonder if there's a mod
Can you test realme narzo 70 turbo ?
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🙏🙏🤗🤗
can it play tactics ogre let us cling together on ppsspp?
I feel like they could shave half an inch and put another stick. Wouldn’t hurt either to have a chip that can do N64.
Then it’d be about perfect until I start craving for ps2 and gc 😂
now i wan