Pimax Portal In-Depth Review
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 19 มิ.ย. 2024
- I got my hands on a test unit for the upcoming Pimax Portal, so let's take a deep-dive look at the handheld and how it performs when it comes to emulation and gaming.
More info here: pimax.com/portal/
Pimax Portal Kickstarter: www.kickstarter.com/projects/...
Timestamps:
00:00 introduction
02:17 tech specs and pricing
04:22 hardware impressions
14:02 audio and video testing
15:53 software experience
19:15 emulation testing
24:46 VR, Android games, and streaming
34:10 summary (likes and dislikes)
38:06 conclusion
This was a review unit sent to me by the manufacturer. All opinions are my own, they did not see this review ahead of time, and no money was exchanged in any way.
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Some quick updates:
- I messed up the voiceover recording a bit, which is why some words get cut off at the end of a sentence. Hopefully you can figure out what I meant to say!
- Pimax was able to help me get back to 2D mode, so things are back to normal with the device. I'm not touching that VR Mode button again though :)
- The key mapper software *does* have an option to adjust the size of the circle, it works well -- thanks to Martin at Pimax for helping me out!
No problem Russ. We will call you Russ The Great!
I'd say 'master of none' is a bit harsh. Its emulation seems quite capable.
But of course if there're cheaper handhelds that can run PS2 and Switch games smoothly they'd be the 'masters'.
FYI, another thing not mentioned is that the prices you showed are for the handheld ONLY. It's $50-$100 more for the headset and controllers, and it is sold as the Pimax Portal View.
Yay!!! Hoping to see a follow up vid in the near future. I want to know how well the game streaming works on this with being WiFi 6 ready.
Any feedback they were going to ship with a better dpad?
Many thanks for taking your time to test and review the Pimax Portal, Russ. As you already pointed out, this is one of the prototype we showed at CES 2023 and many improvements are on the way in new iterations. Unfortunately there is a bug in the current VR-software, we apologise for that and this will be of course fixed. Regarding the controller mapping tool, I may have forgotten to mention that you can actually resize the button-size and do lots of other tweaks for each button and analog thumbstick. But hey maybe thats something for another video :) Anyway, a pleasure to watch your review - as always! Cheers Martin at Pimax
You need to add more coverage of shipment.
Too bad that it wasn't shipped to Indonesia.
I'm gladly bought 10pcs of Pimax 128GB for the member of retro/android gaming forum.
Nice
If even the reviewers can't get a good unit, I don't even want to imagine the buggy mess I would get if I purchased it :[ no thanx
@@iamCifu Did you just ignore the part of the message saying that this was a prototype from CES? Do you plan on buying the color changing car too before it releases? Lol
Good on this developer for responding directly on the review for transparency. Many other faceless hardware devs would ship out good units to reviewers, then QC is very hit or miss for consumers buying the product so we get screwed. This VR prob seems like a known and documented issue trying to be fixed, much respect
the fact that you guys are listening to feedback from reviewers gives me confidence and hope. Please fix the controller buttons and all the other stuff Russ and others have mentioned!
i love the intro music to this channel so much never change it
Honestly, your videos are therapeutic. Thanks for the great reviews and content!
If the company is really set on keeping the aesthetic of their tear drop d-pad design they can make a slight compromise to their design that might fix the discomfort issue. I think if they add a slope to the inside of the buttons where that sharp edge meets the plastic, or making it so that it goes slightly below the plastic, might fix the issue and would even give their buttons a unique feel to them while still maintaining that tear drop look.
Thanks for covering this. I had my eye on this for a minute but didnt really trust the company enough to drop $$$ on a product. Plus, android handhelds are getting hot and a better product will be around in the next few months.
The controllers being BT (now) is a red flag for me. That extra bit of latency really kills the gameplay for some games. I plan on doing some cloud gaming (especially with that incredible display), but you add on another 60-100ms for the cloud, then another 30-50ms for the BT and suddenly you cant play FPS and the timing of your movements dont match to what you're seeing. For a dedicated gaming device at that price and with the competition it has, laggy input ruins this as a competitor.
You're 100% right about that price point. Odin (Lite/Base/Pro) have a bigger battery, bigger display (pimax bezels are BAD), proven devices, replaceable parts, better inputs at $199-327. $399 is Steamdeck territory, and while they are two different form factors and OSs, are still dedicated gaming devices. Seeing as how this is a generation step (spec wise) for android handheldss, $299 isn't a bad price. Just wish it had a bigger battery and display. 5.5" is just a bti too small.t.
5.5", messed up resolution scaling, extra $150 for a display that will only be good for promised future accessories? We've seen how major OEMs for smartphones (bigger companies, bigger budgets, devices more expensive, more useful, more in use) treat their accessory line ups. Pimax doesnt have the bets track-record with delivering on promised timelines, and these handhelds arent selling in the 10s of thousands. I doubt their initial sales numbers are going to trigger any more big products getting made.
That display selection is atrocious. If it's forcing 120Hz, or 4k... that 4000maH battery is going to shit the bed. My Tab s7+ is locked at 120Hz, which has messed up some games like FFXII:TZA that move at 2X at 120Hz or 1.5X at 90Hz.
That 8"+8400maH addon accessory should be its own product. I'd drop $450-500 for a device like that with the same internals.
They already have shown the vr capabilities. The kinks are being worked out but they showed it from the first time they showed the headset. So it's price isn't unreasonable considering it offers and entire level of functionality offered by no other handheld. I agree they should work on the inputs though. Martin from Pimax has already replace the control sticks on some of them using anbernic sticks and has remarked that they use the same connection and just worked. So the analogs will be easily replaceable. The screen is smaller for its size, but the extra resolution is for VR. It scaled perfectly at 1080p and 720p too, so you can run it at different resolutions (they have settings for that and it's a driver level switch). The battery life will be fine, and the screen, having tested it myself during their roadshow, is really good.
Pimax doesn't hit their timeliness, but they pretty much always deliver on the products. Some products they released even got extra specification bumps later in manufacturing when they had to change to new parts due to a lack of availability for the old ones. So the company went out of its way to continue working on just the subset of headsets that could support extra features (higher refresh rates) and spent the time to enable those features. Something that I've never seen another company do. They have even produced more VR headsets than any other manufacturer, and by a large margin too. They have the experience and technical skill to do this.
You sound salty.
Well this is a VR centric device, go buy the Logitech G cloud
@@cheeeeezewizzz you sound like your dad is the ceo of pimax
It's a shame they couldn't take advantage of those pins for directly connection to remove the latency.
@@10basetom They do, this was a bit of an older model he showed off.
I really digged that transition from the couch to the desk. 😙👌🏼
I love the production quality of your vids, and this is a small thing, but using your desk as a backdrop for the spec info was really nice for some reason!
Much respect, having the balls to talk about the d-pad or lack thereof, unlike all other reviewers thus far.
Russ brother, great review as always.
The honesty and time and effort that you put into your reviews is why, IMHO you are the #1 handheld reviewer on TH-cam. Keep up the great work 👍
Yeah I used to watch Taki Udon but this channel is my go to for handheld reviews now.
ETA Prime does a good job too. I watch both. Though he isn't handheld focused.
@@zgillet Agreed! I feel like I can go to each one and get quality & honest content!
Great observations! For me I’m looking at this device at sort of a Jack of all trades so that’s actually appealing to me. Will keep my eye on how the final shipping product and software develops for sure.
I am seriously considering both the Odin and the Portal. I cannot wait for the comparison video!!!
Odin Pro is more like last year champion but now it's portal or the new aya neo android device
Omg, this is the first time I see you and I love this format of videos!
Cheers Russ. Impressive performance on this test unit, intrigued to how the retail models fare. Feels like a challenge to nail all the things this device is trying to be.
The original switch was actually suppose to have magnets like that. Its pretty cool to see what could have been
Russ you are the best at retro handheld reviews always love to see u do one. loved that u show games that are hard to emulate like god of war f0 gx and paper mario ttyd plz keep up the good work u are the best
Liked the review. Thanks!
I'd love to see what you think of the KT Pocket. Finally available for preorder. I think it's the first device that will overtake the price/performance of the RP3+ and Odin. That Helio G99 is solid. Screen at 4.5 in might be pocketable. That 6+128 is quite compelling. I was wondering what would come after the T618, since the Amlogic 922x chips are too old and inefficient. Looks like Mediatek is the next frontier. Ayn and Retroid have some work to do to keep up, and for the RP4 I won't be content with a cosmetic upgrade as is typical. The RP3+ is the first device in ages I've gone all out on customizing because it's pocketable. The Odin isn't and as a result I hardly use it. Once it won't fit in the pocket it's just another device for the backpack and I can't take it everywhere.
How pockectable a device is, is also very important to me. I play on the go most of the time.
A Pimax faz e fica no esquecimento, se a Nintendo lançasse um device desse era a coisa mais incrível já criado por uma empresa.
Bout half way through, I really think you should have waited till you got a retail or complete unit...17:16. I'd call this a pre-review or something.
I wonder how high up an upscale you can go for these emulators, can you go to 4k with gamecube/wii/ps2 at 60hz? I'd never upscale that high but given it's resolution and video out, ya know? That 5.5 inch screen, it's gotta be a tad small for AAA streaming, like the AyaNeo Air Plus or whatever.
I was excited about this, it's great! But since I have an Odin, I can't justify plopping down like $400-450cdn for the base. But if it does VR well at the end, that would really tickle my fancy lol. 4000mah is pretty limiting, smaller battery size than the RP3+
I hope you do another video with the retail unit. Great work! Thanks Russ!
Have you tried connecting it to an external display? Maybe it would work even tho the main screen is black (I use this method a lot on my PinePhone)
I cannot wait to see your comparison video !! I have decided not to get the RP 3+ just becasue i wanted a larger screen and i know i wouldnt pocket it seeing as i have a RG35XX thast perfect for everyday carrying , at least for me !! Keep up your great works !! 😀
This remains my most anticipated non-x86 device of the year (unless RH Legend ends up being this year anyway). If they can offer a left controller option with an actual DPad instead of the unfortunately awful current design, I will 100% buy one of these to replace my Odin. Obviously software is in an incomplete state for this review, but Im cautiously optimistic that it will be sorted out for final retail units. Pimax really seem to have a lot of good things going on here, and I get the impression they really are enthusiasts who are excited by and stand behind this thing. It just needs a few of those small dealbreakers like the Dpad sorted out and it will be an absolute hit.
Oooh I looove the click on the triggers, reminds me of the gamecube.
I canceled my reservartion of the Razer Edge to get the Pimax Portal. This device looks like a real portable handheld unlike the Edge. Can't wait to get one!
Do they plan on Switch-like attachments to the controllers to make the shoulder buttons easier to press?
OH YES!!!! Been waiting for this! Yes Russ! Yes!!
Now this is MY super bowl Sunday
this is really cool for me. you can use it as a tablet media consumption, android tv, vr headset, and of course handheld and docked gaming. and oh a little retro coop multiplayer machine too!!
As for the VR, I have a Quest 2 so that would be useless to me, for the same price range Quest 2 is a dedicated VR unit. However, JUST the emu performance and price on this makes me interested.
The beauty of 4k is that it's a multiple of both 1280x720 (3x) as well as 1920x1080 (2x). It's awesome to be able to use the lower resolution for more demanding games and the higher one for less demanding ones.
I wish the Deck had a 4k panel.
Yep it downscales 1:1 at 1080p , its also one of the main reasons its hard to tell the difference in sharpness when running at 1080p on this 4K screen. It simply looks sharper than native 1080p.
Switch joycons can be comfortable individually with an add on grip. That setup is actually really nice for young kids in supported games (I've been playing Kirby with my daughter this way.) But I doubt this device will have aftermarket support for an accessory like that unless it's 3D printed.
Very cool device. My wifes Razer Edge came in and she had her eye on this but she loves her Edge despite that marketing bs with the ram and chipset. I cant wait for you to review it too because your channel is the one that I trust the most to be unbiased and fair. For me personally I want something like the aya neo air with its looks and ergonomics but with a bit of a lower price for entry. I understand the build quality and windows demands a higher price tag but Im not very comfortable spending what theyre asking for. Thanks for the review, this device is really cool and kudos to everyone that supports this company and enjoys their unit.
This is a very fair-minded review! I have a portal on order (yup, I bought into the Kickstarter) but I likely won't use if much for VR. I wanted a handheld gaming device. I'm very tired of playing solitaire on my iPhone when I have insomnia- so the Portal looks good to me. I hope Pimax can address some of your points before they ship mine to me! Excellent work, thanks for sharing your thoughts with us.
Why haven’t I ever heard of this but everything else? Your channel is very therapeutic…. One “content creator” that I actually like watching everything they put out regardless of im interested in the topic/product. Keep up the good work!
Edit: hold on! Is that some fresh squeezed IPA I see sitting in a pretty glass on top of a coaster? 😮 🍻
It’s kombucha 😎
I haven't got kids, but me and any time I've played switch games at someone's house we've used detached joycons. I don't think it's a "5%" use case! Thanks for the review.
The new Android based champ? I mean when considering value (assuming they price it accordingly) and the overall power output (plus benefits like detachable controllers and 4K) the package proposition of this device absolutely blow my mind. Sorry to hear your experience was mixed. On another note, it was interesting to hear about your review process Russ, thanks for sharing aspects of your everyday life. Cheers!
Does the 4k capacity make any difference for playing it in docked mode? (Like, how some handhelds can only video out in 720 or under, etc)
It can output in 1080p, and 4k as far as I know. IDK about 720p
Looking forward to seeing you get the retail unit after SweViver OC'ing this sucker for you. Please share the streaming aspect, I want to see how smooth the connection is.
How is the android based vita emulator coming along?
Nice. Thanks russ
Hey Russ, what keyboard are you using? Looks cool 😊
You mentioned the size was similar to the switch lite. I was definitely looking for that reference point, would have been cool to see them stacked up.
Either way great review.
Ultimately, I would love if the switch lite could just be hacked to an emulator.
No decent dpad is a no-go for any retro-device. A pity because that thing looks awesome, and powerful
I wish they were selling this in two variations: a less expensive, non-VR Switch Lite style and a another with VR capabilities. Outside of the removable controls and VR gimmick, this sounds like a super-solid retro handheld.
26:15 it has 100% relevance, it is literally what makes this device STAND OUT FROM ALL THE OTHERS!!!
Hard agree
Even when I don't have no intrinsic interest in a device, it's interesting to see what you have to say about it.
I love that Nuphy keyboard.
I know, right!? Even ETA Prime keeps featuring it because it just looks aesthetically good.
Will you be testing the Razer edge 5g?
Sounds like this thing's chipset and fan in an Odin shell (and the Android buttons, please?) would be almost a perfect emulation device. Unfortunately this just seems like too many compromises for now.
Finally a challenger to my modded vita. This is definitely interesting 👀
I think it's time to update Patreon and add more tiers. I'm at 10 bucks because 3 seems obscenely low. I think it would be great to fund your ability to test and review outside samples.
With what info we now have from videos like yours, it's become very clear that Pimax planned to do too much, while in reality not doing nearly enough to have a solid experience for their 2 base functions. Software stuff can always be fixed, but there are very clear design flaws in terms of hardware. For the very basic stuff, there should have been volume buttons and a 3.5mm jack. And like you said, the controllers needed better buttons. There should have been a better dpad by default, while the split button version should've been sold separately. The Portal doesn't have a kickstand and its screen is too small, there really should not have been any prioritization on single device 2 player mode. Just make a great one player experience and then sell more controllers. The VR headset should have been an active dock rather than a passive insert. It should have been more like GearVR rather than Cardboard or LaboVR. It should have come standard with the weight offsetting battery pack because all hands on have said its way too front heavy of a device and it should have used USB C for both charging and video in for PCVR rather than requiring two cables. It should have had another 3.5mm jack on the headset as well.
This could have been a very cool device, but just like the Razer Edge it looks to be a massive missed opportunity.
They should make some sort of cap that can go over the d pad buttons that can be installed and removed easily to convert it between a traditional d pad and individual buttons. Not sure if that's even feasible, but who knows.
Hi! Can someone tell me what is the name of the white controller at 2:36? Thanks 😊
That's the 8bitdo Ultimate controller: th-cam.com/video/Ug2J2DHLk3g/w-d-xo.html
Love the Black model look
A bit of a shame about the VR aspect breaking the device ( like you Russ I have almost zero interest ) but there should be a pin hole reset to at least be able to set it back to factory settings.
Also I sort of knew just seeing the device the first time the Dpad was kind of wonky and could be problematic.
Since Ayn let me down with build quality and support, I’m excited to try the PiMax😊
Hey Would The EggNS Emulator get better results than skyline?
This would be a good way to keep myself entertained during the great balloon war of 2023. That price point is not bad either!
Balloon distractions more like it,look Look 👽
Glad you're using dark mode on TH-cam c: Light mode was always a horror for my eyes
Man. The performance of this thing is actually super promising. Just sucks that the ergonomics are so bad.
what mini pc is that?
Dope
I'm looking forward to the successor the Pipimax
Gangs all here
Reminds me of that Spongebob scene
@@terribletimes902 you mean the episode when he was underwater?
@@_Majoras When he draws smiley faces on his fingers and starts crying cause he has no friends
"Everyone is Here!" *Lifelight starts playing*
Any chance you can still pledge to the Kickstarter?
Kickstarter is over, but as far as I know, it will soon launch with the same 299usd price on the Pimax website (the LCD version)
You got duty tomorrow! I expect a fresh cut and shave! 0800!!
Let's goooo
Im still rocking My RG351, but maybe down the line this could be an update with another left „joycon“ and stable software.
Will you be covering the Razer Edge Android device?
he said he would in this very video
Target audience for the switch was families so having 2 controllers in the package was a good selling point and I’m sure used regularly. However this device doesn’t have the same target audience and most likely purchased by an individual and never see family play.
Make this device Cellular capable, and I'm sold
Hey! I'm from Brazil and I wanted to buy one, is it possible for Pimax to import this console? Answer me please
You know as the review was going this device got better and better for me, which I was surprised about. I look forward to the final product and if it is offered at the 299 that would be great, just hopefully they give a Veterans discount 🤣
It's literally a Steam Deck price for no reason lol, how is 299$ "great".
@@mr.number9279 A more portable steamdeck though...
@@nkoonkukoo It really isn't. This isn't going in a pocket either unless you weigh enough to make Roseanne Barr look underweight.
Which means it needs a carrying case. Which means it's the same as the Steam Deck.
@@mr.number9279 The tablet can probably fit in a pocket though, the steam deck needs a whole bag, not just a case lol.
I hope that the USB C can output video as well. I wouldn't mind if they added some kind of Samsung dex software that supported multi display. Also cus I don't have mini hdmi.
If I didn't have a steam deck and a retro pocket 3 I would get this for sure
Same. Deck for Gamecube and up, 3+ for everything else, and streaming.
Russ, you're a content generating machine! Keep up the great work!
Personally, I'd like a bigger screen. But otherwise, the console looks amazing. I'm surprised it didn't have PsVita as an emulator.
What I would like to see from ANBERNIC at this point is a 6-7 inch Linux based handheld. Heck, it could even have Open Dingux on it! Just give us a 6-7 inch Linux based handheld that gives us perfect 32bit and below emulation and I'll gladly pay $200 for it. It doesn't have to run N64, PS2, Dreamcast, Gamecube, Saturn or etc. It doesn't have to have video out, a touch screen or a camera. It doesn't have to have detachable joycons or analog sticks. Just plain simple smooth 32bit and below emulation on a Linux handheld console with a 6-7 inch display. No gaming company has done this yet, not that I know of. You'd think by now someone would have created one.
7" yeah, 16:10 aspect would be hood.. linux yeah, but its gotta be able to run N64,Dreamcast, Saturn though I say.
PS2,Gamecube would only be a bonus.
Any X64 windows based handheld can run linux though, or should be able too.
Most of those large screen ones arent cheap though.
What about steamdeck then you got a steam deck havent you? Well there go, run Batocera linux off a micro SD card, or even flash internally if you dont care for Steam 😁.
Or if you need larger storage than a 1TB micro sd card for Batocera you can get one of those steam deck cases that velcro's a portable ssd on the back and cable attaches to steam deck, not ideal having things stuck to the back but at least its a work around if you need a 2TB external storage or larger.
@@fonzitheman Yes, I have both the 7 inch Steam Deck and the Powkiddy X17 that are both powerful. I have a 1TB in both which is more than plenty enough space for the games I play I like them both very much. So the 6-7 inch Linux I requested is not a need at all, it's just a console that's a want on the side. I don't have to have it, but I'll purchase one in a jiffy if it's well designed at the right price! Yes, there are Windows based 6-7 inch handhelds out there but there needs to be one released with only Linux preinstalled on it, that would also make it more affordable at purchase price. Open Dingux is probably the oldest Linux interface that provides smooth 32bit and below emulation, this is on my 300X, V90 and Original PocketGo. That's why I stated that I would even take a 6-7 inch Linux handheld with Open Dingux. It would also be a major shock if someone actually released one, because it has not happened yet.
Now ANBERNIC just released a low powered Linux handheld with smooth 32bit and below emulation, their 3.5 inch RG35XX. That's great and all but why not use that same Linux interface and make us a 6-7 inch Linux based landscape handheld? That would be far more interesting than another 3.5 inch handheld because there are already a ton of those out there. As soon as I saw the RG35XX I wasn't the least bit impressed by it. Especially, when I already have the ANBERNIC RG351V and RG353P with 3.5 inch displays. I'm not impressed by the RG405 or KT-R1 either.
@@jonathonearl482
I had the original RG350 which had open dingux.. Dont like that OS much.
Unless you also mean a 7" linux that doesnt run n64,saturn etc so it could be cheaper then?
Well, use the X2 or PS7000 then 😁😉
@@fonzitheman I've had the X2, PS7000, X16, X12, X40, X70 and none of these count as 7 inch handhelds with decent 32bit and below emulation because they can't even emulate NES correctly! They only do GBA, GBC and GB. You may not believe this but all of my micro handhelds give me far better 32bit and below emulation than those 7 inch handhelds I just listed! Those being my Miyoo Mini, Powkiddy A66, Original PocketGo, V90 and RG300X which have 2-3 inch displays.
For an example. If ANBERNIC can give us a 6 inch version of their RG300X and add the shiny ANBERNIC logo under the display that would be the perfect large display Linux handheld for me. Also, keeping the same color scheme options with their RG300X. I really wouldn't mind purchasing a Black and Silver ANBERNIC RG600X!
@@jonathonearl482
Yeah, those cheaper ones have their limits, but they are cheap for a reason.
The PS7000 can run NES well, but not on stock OS.
Running Batocera you would see is better and can run them better.. But.. Running Batocera on the PS7000 also has its own weird issues, cause of the limited hardware it has.
Its better than the stock OS but it defo has its own weird issues.
What your top 3 fav ones you own at the moment?
Anyone knows if the Portal comes with built-in GPS? Pokemon Go is kinda dumb for this device, but there are more and more proper Android games coming out that include a IRL GPS component :/
Was this handheld designed in USA looks good for a retro console
Do i have access to all those games?
Definitely will be keeping an eye out on this device. I’m thinking of going away from my vita for something a little more powerful and able to emulate GameCube, N64 and PS2. That way, I can use my PC to focus on more modern gaming.
Why not the small Aya Neo?
@@mechanicalmonk2020 yeah, ayaneo air looks awesome. I do think there will be an air 2 this year tho because ayaneo releases too many devices in a year
@@GoudLoodje a slightly bigger 6800u version. supposedly being announced later this month
Why not get a deck? Play your PC games on the go and emulate everything if you want.
Once they ship the VR mode should be working too since that is their area of expertise. Being able to emulate gamecube, ps2, and switch, and it also does VR? That's a pretty sick handheld. Even if you only download 1 or 2 fitness VR games it's a Ton of fun and nice as added functionality
I think I'm gonna try to get a used one cheap in a year or two
I have a Switch, Steam Deck and Oculus Quest 2. I'm firmly of the belief that multiple dedicated devices will always give a better experience than one that does it all. I don't need this at all yet idk why this device is so interesting to me.
Vampire Survivors on the TV is wild
hello friend, I liked the well explained video, I wanted to know when this game launches, I'm looking forward to buying one, I'm from Brazil. I subscribed to your channel just to have more news, thank you.
Great review, but I wish you had a retail unit, given all the odd behavior yours had. As for the device itself I'm personally I little bit torn between outstanding performance and horrendous d pad.
My problem with this device is the joycons. I hated using the kishi with a phone because it wasn't stable. No way these are more stable then the kishi was.
A little wobble would definitely irritate me
It's VR focused
@@jesusbarrera6916 then it should have the controllers slide on with the magnets as well. There are other ways to make the controls more secure.
Is that tv is jvc ??
All I want is a retroid pocket with a left analog above the dpad...
Which is a better option the pimax or the ayn Odin? when it comes to ps1, ps2, Xbox, and 64 emulation.
Nintendo originally planned the use of magnets for their joycons, That's why the sound that you hear when you attach a joycon to the switch sounds like magnets snapping.
I don't think they're offering a black model as an option, it only had the white model from what I saw. But great review!
they had black on the kickstarter before
The black version is the QLED display variant.
It was promised to ship in January amd its already March.
$299 is crazy even if it didn't have VR, but that fact it does VR as well(or supposed to lol) is just crazy good at that price. Clearly they gotta work out w/e those VR software bugs where and that horrible ugly headset that looks like it blocks the fan which would be vital for VR and it running at a higher resolution during VR usage. I'm sure they will get it fixed since Pimax is a VR headset company in the first place.
That and a better D pad and this would be quite the competitive device just for emulation.
Would love to see this chip in a nicer game focused body
They should make a second model one that doesn't do VR and doesn't detach the controllers probably, save about a 100 bucks
@@VSMOKE1 Technically, all Android phones can do VR with a generic headset.
Thanks for the controller feedback. I was literally juuuuust going to order the $300 version. Can't stand that type of tactile feel.
Is it really that much more powerful than the Odin Pro? I can't play Valkyrie Profile 2 on Odin for instance, even after lowering settings as it's too demanding for it, but here you're saying this can play PS2 upscaled no problem? No problem on Wii either? I keep messing around with Dolphin MMJR settings, downscaling graphics and whatnot and Tatsunoko vs Capcom is still hitching whenever specials are used or characters swapped.
some games just have bad emulator compatability
Valkyrie Profile 2 should play at 1x res on the odin pro, it runs good at 1x res.
So does this one emulate 3DS better than the Odin?
It didn't really elaborate but surely it does