You are correct on that. However, remember that the Odin 2 can do 4K video out through the USB-C port. So for those that want to plug it into their 4K TV, it's nice to know that it can play at 6x resolution (4K).
@@TechNPhotoEnthusiast 6x (2880p) is still overkill and unnecessarily taxing the device. 4x (1920p) corresponds closely to 4K resolution. On the Odin itself, you don't need higher than 2.25x (1080p) unless you want a super sampling anti aliasing effect.
@@megalon84 That's absolutely right. But if you're connected to a TV, then you're probably also docked and the device would be charging. So might as well play at the highest resolution available.
@@MrFearlesskiller Resolution requires performance. fps requires performance. If you lower the performance requirement to hit your fps target, then there is surplus performance leftover which you can use to try and go for a higher resolution. Do you understand?
I feel so reassured about R&C. I had the same slow down at the exact same part lol also in regard to BF2 I want to say I remember it being “blurry” like that on the actual PS2. I think I remember assuming it was just some gimmicky way to make it look “smoother.” I could be wrong, though, probably a good decade since I found my old PS2 slim and gave it a go.
May I suggest that people can also try the PAL (European) versions of the ROMs as they're made to run at 50fps as opposed to 60fps on the NTSC (US versions). This can help with some titles as it brings your target lower.
Yes usually Eng, German, Spanish & Italian. Or sometimes you find English/Australian versions. They're all labelled well so it should be easy enough.@@TechNPhotoEnthusiast
Nice video im from Germany and want to buy a odin 2 but dont know whivh charger to use for odin because in the shop from ayn the charger Looks different from our in Germany
It's an Android device with USB C, so any USB C charger should work! I've had no issues charging it with a 5V 2A charger or even a 65W PD charger. The device supports up to 65W. You'll only need a 65W+ charger if you want fast charging though.
Yeah I tried the play the Jax & Daxter and Sly Cooper Games on my Retroid Pocket 4 Pro. I tried them all and it didn’t perform well, except for Sly 1 which worked okay.
@@TechNPhotoEnthusiastthats the Problem. There is a Lot of Drama in the ps2 emulation scene... So please reupload the Video with either aethersx2 3668 or nethersx2 maybe it fix your issues with some Games.
The Odin 2 supports 4K video out. So if you wanted to plug this into a TV and play on the couch, you can do it at 4K resolution. 😁 Otherwise, 3x is all you need to have the game look nice on the small screen.
hi man, im using odin 2 and im playing NFS Most Wanted. sometimes FPS got dropped and the music will slow, the game will slow too. im using openGL 3.5x, performance mode, Fan Smart. why still like that? what setting i must change it? thank you
I'm actually not sure why it does that, but I have noticed Need For Speed Most Wanted has that issue on my device too! I've also seen that issue on my Steam Deck as well. I think the game itself is just problematic.
Could you do need for speed underground? More specifically, a drag race? Every time I emulate it, it always laggs on most devices I use. My pro just shipped and it hasn’t gotten to me yet, so I am not able to try it out myself.
If you have no budget, what’s the best handheld to play ps2, GameCube, psp without 0 issues and with amazing performance? Not sure if it’s the Odin 2, steam deck?
That's a tough one! Odin 2 is great, but it runs Android and has its limitations there. I would probably go with a Steam Deck just because of the large community behind it. But the Odin 2 is still a nice handheld!
I have both, Odin 2 is great for more portability because it's smaller and has way longer battery life. Steam on the other hand is a powerhouse and will definitely emulate 99% of PS2 games with no problem and even some PS3 games if you tweak it enough. The con on Steam Deck however is it's much bulkier and heavy to use plus weaker battery life.
Always do imagine it would work decently seeing the gameplay. So want to use a device like this, rather than needing my phone for Legaia 2 and anything else
@TechNPhotoEnthusiast in trying that but I'm technology illiterate. I have aethersx2 and daijisho. Got bios. Unzipped them. But aethersx2 says they must be 4mb or less. The games are 1GB
@@edjecollins4141 I think AetherSX2 might be referring to the BIOS being 4mb? The games I have are all over 1Gb and they ran without issue. You may want to double check that you have the correct BIOS selected.
That's a question only you can answer really. If your Odin Pro handles everything you play on it, then you should be fine. If it doesn't, then it might be worth considering the Odin 2.
@@Musha-Fyre I don't own an Odin Pro, so I can't fully comment on it. However, the Odin Pro has a Snapdragon 845 chip, which is about 6 years old now. The Odin Pro should be able to run all PSP games just fine (at least at 1-2x resolution). However, I think it's not going to run every single PS2 game at full speed. It's definitely night and day difference between the Odin Pro and Odin 2 when it comes to PS2 emulation.
It's our sunroom. It's an indoor room that's meant to feel like you're outdoors. That's why the walls are all brick and it has outdoor furniture as well.
I dont think its a good idea to get a device that can only run an unsupported emulator and for me ps2 is most important. otherwise seems amazing. Wish I could put the ROGs insides in the odin 2 blue shell lol
6x res is beyond what the screen can even display, PS2 native is 480p/I so 2-3x native is perfectly good
You are correct on that. However, remember that the Odin 2 can do 4K video out through the USB-C port. So for those that want to plug it into their 4K TV, it's nice to know that it can play at 6x resolution (4K).
@@TechNPhotoEnthusiast 6x (2880p) is still overkill and unnecessarily taxing the device. 4x (1920p) corresponds closely to 4K resolution.
On the Odin itself, you don't need higher than 2.25x (1080p) unless you want a super sampling anti aliasing effect.
@@megalon84 That's absolutely right. But if you're connected to a TV, then you're probably also docked and the device would be charging. So might as well play at the highest resolution available.
Yeah, but can it do 12x?
24x
Downsampled to 4K is where it's at boys
Anything below 6x is just 2-3 pixels on the screen
Solid vid, the chart you made is very helpful!
Life hack: If you want to push resolution then try downloading the PAL versions of games, because they are optimised to run at 50fps.
how does resolution = fps? makes 0 sense
@@MrFearlesskiller Resolution requires performance. fps requires performance. If you lower the performance requirement to hit your fps target, then there is surplus performance leftover which you can use to try and go for a higher resolution. Do you understand?
@@captainthunderbolt7541 Ya lol, it was 3 AM and i wasnt sober, my bad
No pal ver are 25 fps haha 😂
@@xdantex1997 no?
I can't wait to get mine. looks brilliant
@@user-vd7bb4bo5hI ordered RP4 Pro but shortly canceled after seeing this one.
Hope you make more of these videos with the Odin 2!!
I feel so reassured about R&C. I had the same slow down at the exact same part lol also in regard to BF2 I want to say I remember it being “blurry” like that on the actual PS2. I think I remember assuming it was just some gimmicky way to make it look “smoother.” I could be wrong, though, probably a good decade since I found my old PS2 slim and gave it a go.
May I suggest that people can also try the PAL (European) versions of the ROMs as they're made to run at 50fps as opposed to 60fps on the NTSC (US versions). This can help with some titles as it brings your target lower.
This is really good to know. Thank you! Are the European versions also in English?
Yes usually Eng, German, Spanish & Italian. Or sometimes you find English/Australian versions. They're all labelled well so it should be easy enough.@@TechNPhotoEnthusiast
Which version of aethersx are you using 3668?
2x or 3x resolution is perfect enough for it to run ps2 games
Thank you for the video!!! love it!
Thank you so much!
what performance mode do you have your odin on?
Nice video im from Germany and want to buy a odin 2 but dont know whivh charger to use for odin because in the shop from ayn the charger Looks different from our in Germany
It's an Android device with USB C, so any USB C charger should work! I've had no issues charging it with a 5V 2A charger or even a 65W PD charger. The device supports up to 65W. You'll only need a 65W+ charger if you want fast charging though.
@@TechNPhotoEnthusiast thanks my friend .but can i charge the odin 2 with the Nintendo Switch charger? Sorry last question
@@mikeday4506 I'm actually not sure. I haven't tried this at all. I'm sorry.
@@mikeday4506 ja kannst du, ist n ganz normaler USB c Port
@@MultiWar10ck danke dir hast du vllt ne idee bei ps2 spielen auf odin2 zu downloaden hab ather ps2 app aber die spiele öffnen nicht nur n64 spiele
Do you think odin 2 can play any of the old wwe games? Such as here comes the pain, or any of the smackdown vs raw games?
Sort if I missed it, but was this on the base model Odin 2?
max version
Subscribing just cause you said midnight club was Your fav ps2 racing game that game is legendary so many hours played with my dad and siblings
I wish there were more open city racing games like it!
Yeah I tried the play the Jax & Daxter and Sly Cooper Games on my Retroid Pocket 4 Pro. I tried them all and it didn’t perform well, except for Sly 1 which worked okay.
Do you have issues with dbz tenkaichi in ssj form? I noticed Ghost images / Double Images of thr Characters
Is this on Tennaichi 1, 2, or 3? I personally didn't test that. I mostly played them on my PS2. Haven't had time to fully replay them via emulation.
@@TechNPhotoEnthusiast tenkaichi 3
Which model of the Odin 2 do you have the base, pro or max version?
This is the max version!
Was this with aethersx2 3668? Or the latest nethersx2? Asking because I'm sure I've seen videos of Shadow of the Colossus running well
This is the latest version of AetherSX2 from the Play Store. I didn't apply any patches or side load anything.
@@TechNPhotoEnthusiastthats the Problem. There is a Lot of Drama in the ps2 emulation scene... So please reupload the Video with either aethersx2 3668 or nethersx2 maybe it fix your issues with some Games.
Yeah i would try with NeatherSX2!!!!
Whats the point of upscale to 6x res , on 1080p screen?
The Odin 2 supports 4K video out. So if you wanted to plug this into a TV and play on the couch, you can do it at 4K resolution. 😁
Otherwise, 3x is all you need to have the game look nice on the small screen.
@@TechNPhotoEnthusiast oh great, did not know that. Ordered on indiegogo still waiting heh
hi man, im using odin 2 and im playing NFS Most Wanted. sometimes FPS got dropped and the music will slow, the game will slow too. im using openGL 3.5x, performance mode, Fan Smart. why still like that? what setting i must change it? thank you
I'm actually not sure why it does that, but I have noticed Need For Speed Most Wanted has that issue on my device too! I've also seen that issue on my Steam Deck as well. I think the game itself is just problematic.
ohh really? then you should tried Guitar Hero II too, i have the same issues@@TechNPhotoEnthusiast
good review of the Odin 2
Thank you!!
Hello, I would like to know if you have it in high performance

This was all done on the lowest performance setting. The fan was off too.
Will Ghost in the Shell go to Odin 2 via PS2 emulator?
Could you do need for speed underground? More specifically, a drag race? Every time I emulate it, it always laggs on most devices I use. My pro just shipped and it hasn’t gotten to me yet, so I am not able to try it out myself.
If you have no budget, what’s the best handheld to play ps2, GameCube, psp without 0 issues and with amazing performance? Not sure if it’s the Odin 2, steam deck?
That's a tough one! Odin 2 is great, but it runs Android and has its limitations there.
I would probably go with a Steam Deck just because of the large community behind it. But the Odin 2 is still a nice handheld!
I have both, Odin 2 is great for more portability because it's smaller and has way longer battery life. Steam on the other hand is a powerhouse and will definitely emulate 99% of PS2 games with no problem and even some PS3 games if you tweak it enough. The con on Steam Deck however is it's much bulkier and heavy to use plus weaker battery life.
Is this the base Odin 2? Or Odin 2 pro?
Thanks
This is the Odin 2 Max!
@@TechNPhotoEnthusiast odin max es mas potente que el pro?
It’s the file itself I tried you have to get the game cube one
Always do imagine it would work decently seeing the gameplay. So want to use a device like this, rather than needing my phone for Legaia 2 and anything else
This console was recommended by another TH-camr for ps2 emulation have you tried any of the ncaa basketball or football games? If they ran playable.
Hey, man. Do you know if Eragon is playable on this one?
Ahh, I have no idea! I might give it a try someday when I get a chance! I'll report back if I test it out!
i am waiting for mine to be shipped :D i cannot wait to to have a handheld ps2
That's basically why I purchased mine! Small, powerful, and long battery life! I love it!
Does the Odin 2 handle ps2 better than the odin pro 1?, or does it come down to the emulator more than the hardware?
The Odin 2 definitely runs PS2 games better than the Odin 1! But some games do depend on the emulator's compatibility.
A lot better. The hardware at this point is being held back by the software (Android emulators).
So in general I assume all 2D games would work without much issue?
Go to blending accuracy to take care of the blurriness the higher better can effect performance so test different settings
in bf2 it causes several glitches in the game (tatooine map the worst scenario for this)
But how do i get my Odin2 to recognize my ps2 games??? I have no idea what I'm doing
You may want to look up a PS2 emulation on Android tutorial to best help you out! Explaining it in the comments will be a bit difficult for me to do.
@TechNPhotoEnthusiast in trying that but I'm technology illiterate. I have aethersx2 and daijisho. Got bios. Unzipped them. But aethersx2 says they must be 4mb or less. The games are 1GB
@@edjecollins4141 I think AetherSX2 might be referring to the BIOS being 4mb? The games I have are all over 1Gb and they ran without issue. You may want to double check that you have the correct BIOS selected.
If I have an Odin Pro must I update to Odin 2?
That's a question only you can answer really. If your Odin Pro handles everything you play on it, then you should be fine. If it doesn't, then it might be worth considering the Odin 2.
@@TechNPhotoEnthusiast How much better is Odin 2 from Odin Pro for ps2 and psp? Night and Day? or a bit of increase in performance?
@@Musha-Fyre I don't own an Odin Pro, so I can't fully comment on it. However, the Odin Pro has a Snapdragon 845 chip, which is about 6 years old now. The Odin Pro should be able to run all PSP games just fine (at least at 1-2x resolution). However, I think it's not going to run every single PS2 game at full speed. It's definitely night and day difference between the Odin Pro and Odin 2 when it comes to PS2 emulation.
Change HSG3 to software renderer and it runs just fine btw. idk about on odin with aethers, but on pcsx2 it runs well
Keep up the good work.
Thank you!!
why do you have outdooor lights inside ? lol
It's our sunroom. It's an indoor room that's meant to feel like you're outdoors. That's why the walls are all brick and it has outdoor furniture as well.
Is this the base, pro, or max model?
This is the max model! Sorry, I forgot to mention that in the video!
Probably should start at 3x resolution unnecessary going that high without being connected to a 4K tv
Yayyy New Video 🎉
sorry but I'll never take advice fom a guy who says 48 fps on a ps2 game is "not great"
Jak 3 was a weird one. Even dropping it to 1x I got the same frames.
El true crime tambien está para gamecube... cara de empanada
Have you tried GTA:SA? Would like to know how it runs.
I have not! If I end up giving it a try, I'll report back and let you know!
That emu is no longer in the playstore
I dont think its a good idea to get a device that can only run an unsupported emulator and for me ps2 is most important. otherwise seems amazing. Wish I could put the ROGs insides in the odin 2 blue shell lol
You always need to have a WWE video game, disrespectful not to
True Crime runs excellent on GC. Even on my Beefy Pc True Crime LA doesn't run at all.
Ah, that's good to know! Must be an issue with the game compatibility on AetherSX2/PCSX2 then.
Sub Gained - Great work
Thank you so much!!
Están de la verga tus explicaciones
shadow of collosus is a true mf.. impossible to emulate
1x resolution does not bother me at all.