Correction: 6:35 The Miyoo Mini V4 does indeed have a rumble feature! I don't know why I was under the impression it didn't, but as I was tidying up and shutting down all the handhelds after posting the video, I noticed it buzzed as I switched off. Sure enough, some testing confirms the vibration feature works just great, making it an even better proposition for such a tiny machine!
The Miyoo Mini will always hold a place in my heart! I surprisingly haven't picked anything up yet in a while as nothing is standing out to me. The RP5 for its price range is the best one out recently imo
Love this list! I would say that if you don't have a Chromatic yet, I would definitely pick one up. I have so many damn handhelds and that one really stands out for me right now in so many ways. Makes me want to find time to play games more often just so I can use it.
@@superamario6464 really there isn't a bad one on this list, with the exception of the analogue pocket id recommend them all 😊 TrimUI Brick is the current favourite though
Great video Joe! My pick over the TrimUI Pro would be the RG40XX H. Took a bit of leap on it with everything else out there and was pleasantly surprised. The 4 inch, 4:3 category is severely underserved and for me is the perfect sweet spot for everything up to PS1 and N64 which the 40XXH on MuOS handles splendidly. Be well!
The FPGBC is my favorite this year - ended up getting 3 - one for my husband and one for me but the battery was DOA on one so they sent me a new board and battery so I ended up buying the parts to build another...lol - just couldn't have the extra board around and do nothing with it. I still want the RP5 though and think it might be the best retro handheld of the last few years - I would use for GBA, Gamecube and PS2 games.
I absolutely love the PowKiddy V10, PowKiddy RGB20SX, TrimUI Brick and GB Colour. I currently have those 4 in my collection! I had the Miyoo Mini and ANBERNIC RG35XXSP, great handhelds that I gave away simply because I like the other ones more.
@@JoeBleeps In addition to GBA the V10 is also good for SNES, NES, Game Gear and Game Boy Color! Especially, when it comes to it's joypad layout. Large buttons, battery compartment door, extra width, speaker placement, color options, portability and budget price are the remaining reasons I decided to purchase the V10. Retro handhelds rarely get the battery compartment door. Got a battery compartment door on my V90 as well.
Very informative Joe - thank you. Still pretty much an OG Game Boy player but have built several arcade emulators using Raspberry Pi and Mac Mini. Yet to take the plunge to put an emulator in my pocket. Lots to consider from watching this… 🤔
It's interesting you say that. I was thinking while making this video, when comparing how effectively each of these handhelds delivers that authentic game boy experience, just how great the original Game Boy line remains to this day. With the exception of maybe a modded screen, the 1989 DMG is still hard to beat for playing the monochrome games and the same goes for Game Boy Color. In that respect the FPGBC wins out.
Great vid Joe! Man, I really need to pick up the TrimUI Brick, very sleek-looking handheld, and seems super premium for the price. Based on the reviews I've seen, it works well for all the systems I would want to play on it, and like you I don't have any worries about the heat for the same reasons. Also sad to say I agree with all your thoughts on the alumin(i)um Pocket, I've tried so many things to fix the controls and it's still sub-par. In fact, the controls are really the only thing keeping me from really loving the device, and it's such a shame they failed so hard in that area. The build feels so premium and I love the display, but yea... that D-pad just ain't it!
I'm sorry to hear that you had similar issues with the Pocket, I was hoping it might just be my unit. I'm very disappointed with the apparent lack of testing on these units. As for the Brick, it really is a fantastic system.
Cracking reviews. My go to is RG35XX SP but I’d love the Trimui Brick. Maybe it’s time save up for one. However do love my Funnyplaying FPGBC which I use it with my Gameboy cameras. It’s a brilliant platform and such fun to build. Thanks for the brilliant content, you've been a real inspiration.
You should try the standard Pocket as well. The metal shell doesn't add anything to the experience, imo, except for louder clicking buttons maybe and a larger gap in the wallet. You could have saved money and buy the dock, instead. That little thing elevates the whole experience by a lot, imo.
@@scherge I'm getting the plastic one for Christmas. The dock doesn't appeal to me although I know it would address the control issues I have no interest in using it other than as a handheld
Love my TSP used it more than previous retro handhelds I've purchased. Currently have the X28 and RGB30 (also have a DS lite) but hardly touched them since getting the TSP only slight niggle I have is the ABXY buttons are a little small (still perfectly usable though) and I'd have loved a bit better performance running PSP games, but you can't have everything at the price the TSP come in at! Also love that I can play PC ports (using Portmaster) like Doom 3, Mini Doom 2, Stardew Valley (not got this to work Yet! due to the game being updated so waiting for a Portmaster update) and many more. Want to get a Brick - not sure I need one (trying to convince myself) but can't afford one for a few months anyway!
If you love the SmartPro, you already know the experience that the Brick will deliver. It's just so much more portable, and the controls and screen aspect ratio will nudge you more towards the kind of games it will emulate more comfortably. Think of it as a travel friendly companion to the SmartPro 😊
One minor gripe I have with the TrimUI Brick, it doesn't run SegaCD Wheel Of Fortune. Though, it makes up for it in a way by running N64 Wheel Of Fortune.
@@JoeBleeps Awesome! It's 1 of 3 of my most favorite and most played video games next to Minnesota Fats: Pool Legend (GENESIS) and Scrabble (GameBoy Color). All three games I play against CPU opponents. In the Scrabble game, I like to play against the Expert CPU opponent, gives quite the challenge! With Wheel Of Fortune, the best and most realistic one is the SegaCD version. Minnesota Fats is like an improved version of Side pocket because you can play against CPU opponents (no CPU opponents in Side Pocket). All games I let run in real time which gives te opponent time to think makes it more realistic and I take advantage of using the Save/Load game feature on my retro handhelds.
Where do you think RG40xxV fall on this list? It feels similar to the trimui brick but more premium. Though Trimui looks to be smaller screen and more affortable.
Brother Thi Video needs Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:00 Amernic X and so on. Put it into your Description. NAMED TIMESTAMPS! Where is the R36s? Or the K36?
Correction: 6:35 The Miyoo Mini V4 does indeed have a rumble feature! I don't know why I was under the impression it didn't, but as I was tidying up and shutting down all the handhelds after posting the video, I noticed it buzzed as I switched off. Sure enough, some testing confirms the vibration feature works just great, making it an even better proposition for such a tiny machine!
Top 3 for me of this year are: Trimui Brick, Retroid Pocket 5, and RG35XX SP.
35xxsp, Ayn Odin 2 and Rg 506
I think I need to try out a Retroid handheld next year
The Miyoo Mini will always hold a place in my heart! I surprisingly haven't picked anything up yet in a while as nothing is standing out to me. The RP5 for its price range is the best one out recently imo
@@joles-gaming there's always something new around the corner haha
Love this list! I would say that if you don't have a Chromatic yet, I would definitely pick one up. I have so many damn handhelds and that one really stands out for me right now in so many ways. Makes me want to find time to play games more often just so I can use it.
@@NikOutchcunis I'm glad you're enjoying it!
Great video! I still havent picked one to get yet
@@superamario6464 really there isn't a bad one on this list, with the exception of the analogue pocket id recommend them all 😊 TrimUI Brick is the current favourite though
Great video Joe! My pick over the TrimUI Pro would be the RG40XX H. Took a bit of leap on it with everything else out there and was pleasantly surprised. The 4 inch, 4:3 category is severely underserved and for me is the perfect sweet spot for everything up to PS1 and N64 which the 40XXH on MuOS handles splendidly. Be well!
@@legendarymoji thank you! From what I can tell it should be a similar experience to the SP but it's good to know that the screen is so good on the H!
For me nothing beats the Miyoo Mini +. I hope they make a new version with a small upgrade, a slightly better chip so all PS1 games work perfectly.
Having spent more time with it, the Brick is becoming my favourite in the MM+ category. Really enjoying it
Try the Modretro Chromatic because it’s amazing.
The FPGBC is my favorite this year - ended up getting 3 - one for my husband and one for me but the battery was DOA on one so they sent me a new board and battery so I ended up buying the parts to build another...lol - just couldn't have the extra board around and do nothing with it. I still want the RP5 though and think it might be the best retro handheld of the last few years - I would use for GBA, Gamecube and PS2 games.
@@Raphtor13 I've yet to try a Retroid handheld but they do seem to be good!
I absolutely love the PowKiddy V10, PowKiddy RGB20SX, TrimUI Brick and GB Colour. I currently have those 4 in my collection! I had the Miyoo Mini and ANBERNIC RG35XXSP, great handhelds that I gave away simply because I like the other ones more.
@@jonathonearl482 I'm too much of a hoarder haha!
@@JoeBleeps In addition to GBA the V10 is also good for SNES, NES, Game Gear and Game Boy Color! Especially, when it comes to it's joypad layout. Large buttons, battery compartment door, extra width, speaker placement, color options, portability and budget price are the remaining reasons I decided to purchase the V10. Retro handhelds rarely get the battery compartment door. Got a battery compartment door on my V90 as well.
Very informative Joe - thank you. Still pretty much an OG Game Boy player but have built several arcade emulators using Raspberry Pi and Mac Mini. Yet to take the plunge to put an emulator in my pocket. Lots to consider from watching this… 🤔
It's interesting you say that. I was thinking while making this video, when comparing how effectively each of these handhelds delivers that authentic game boy experience, just how great the original Game Boy line remains to this day. With the exception of maybe a modded screen, the 1989 DMG is still hard to beat for playing the monochrome games and the same goes for Game Boy Color. In that respect the FPGBC wins out.
Great vid Joe! Man, I really need to pick up the TrimUI Brick, very sleek-looking handheld, and seems super premium for the price. Based on the reviews I've seen, it works well for all the systems I would want to play on it, and like you I don't have any worries about the heat for the same reasons.
Also sad to say I agree with all your thoughts on the alumin(i)um Pocket, I've tried so many things to fix the controls and it's still sub-par. In fact, the controls are really the only thing keeping me from really loving the device, and it's such a shame they failed so hard in that area. The build feels so premium and I love the display, but yea... that D-pad just ain't it!
I'm sorry to hear that you had similar issues with the Pocket, I was hoping it might just be my unit. I'm very disappointed with the apparent lack of testing on these units. As for the Brick, it really is a fantastic system.
Cracking reviews. My go to is RG35XX SP but I’d love the Trimui Brick. Maybe it’s time save up for one. However do love my Funnyplaying FPGBC which I use it with my Gameboy cameras. It’s a brilliant platform and such fun to build. Thanks for the brilliant content, you've been a real inspiration.
@@TsiolkovskySportingLocks ah thank you so much! I'm definitely playing with the brick a lot right now
The Miyoo Mini is the GOAT kid. For this year, the RG 35XX SP is my pick young lad.
@@STR82DVD Miyoo Mini really set the bar high. SP is also very impressive
@JoeBleeps Absolutely agree.
You should try the standard Pocket as well. The metal shell doesn't add anything to the experience, imo, except for louder clicking buttons maybe and a larger gap in the wallet.
You could have saved money and buy the dock, instead. That little thing elevates the whole experience by a lot, imo.
@@scherge I'm getting the plastic one for Christmas. The dock doesn't appeal to me although I know it would address the control issues I have no interest in using it other than as a handheld
Love my TSP used it more than previous retro handhelds I've purchased. Currently have the X28 and RGB30 (also have a DS lite) but hardly touched them since getting the TSP only slight niggle I have is the ABXY buttons are a little small (still perfectly usable though) and I'd have loved a bit better performance running PSP games, but you can't have everything at the price the TSP come in at!
Also love that I can play PC ports (using Portmaster) like Doom 3, Mini Doom 2, Stardew Valley (not got this to work Yet! due to the game being updated so waiting for a Portmaster update) and many more.
Want to get a Brick - not sure I need one (trying to convince myself) but can't afford one for a few months anyway!
If you love the SmartPro, you already know the experience that the Brick will deliver. It's just so much more portable, and the controls and screen aspect ratio will nudge you more towards the kind of games it will emulate more comfortably. Think of it as a travel friendly companion to the SmartPro 😊
One minor gripe I have with the TrimUI Brick, it doesn't run SegaCD Wheel Of Fortune. Though, it makes up for it in a way by running N64 Wheel Of Fortune.
That is now going to be a game I'll add to my list when comparing systems!
@@JoeBleeps Awesome! It's 1 of 3 of my most favorite and most played video games next to Minnesota Fats: Pool Legend (GENESIS) and Scrabble (GameBoy Color). All three games I play against CPU opponents. In the Scrabble game, I like to play against the Expert CPU opponent, gives quite the challenge! With Wheel Of Fortune, the best and most realistic one is the SegaCD version. Minnesota Fats is like an improved version of Side pocket because you can play against CPU opponents (no CPU opponents in Side Pocket). All games I let run in real time which gives te opponent time to think makes it more realistic and I take advantage of using the Save/Load game feature on my retro handhelds.
@jonathonearl482 this is awesome. These are games that would have never been on my radar. Thanks for sharing!
The miyoo mini v4 does indeed have rumble.
@@JoelMartinez-ko8vh yes! I don't know how I missed it, I pinned a comment this morning when I realised. So much packed into such a tiny machine!
Where do you think RG40xxV fall on this list? It feels similar to the trimui brick but more premium. Though Trimui looks to be smaller screen and more affortable.
@@lmh4162 I would have to try one to be sure, but I believe it's the same hardware as the SP. The screen on the brick is small but excellent
Brother Thi Video needs Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
01:00 Amernic X
and so on. Put it into your Description.
NAMED TIMESTAMPS!
Where is the R36s? Or the K36?
@DariosRetroSpieleKonsolen1111 it normally does them automatically but I'll add them in. As for those consoles I just listed the ones I had this year
Done! Yes, should have done it sooner. Thanks for the nudge
@@JoeBleeps Thanks for following through!
@@JoeBleeps Epic! Thanks! Looks great now!
@DariosRetroSpieleKonsolen1111 thanks for the suggestion 🙏
I see that you are more or less focusing on the vertical aspect consoles.
That's usually what I'm drawn to. What I featured in this video is all the different handhelds I got this year
Cool vid👍 but MM and TSP are from 2023...