Anbernic RG35XX 3.5" Handheld Game Console - 3 Colours US$53.85 (~A$81.72) + Free Priority Shipping @ GeekBuying

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Anbernic RG35XX 3.5" Handheld Game Console - 3 Colours US$53.85 (~A$81.72) + Free Priority Shipping @ GeekBuying

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As requested in the Anbernic RG353V deal is the more budget friendly Anbernic RG35XX shipping from GeekBuying with free priority shipping. With the stock OS it supports about 15 different game systems including arcade and up to the PS1. With the custom GarlicOS it supports over 30 different systems.

Like the RG353V this has a Gameboy inspired design with a classic dpad, 3.5" IPS display with 4:3 aspect ratio, HDMI output, dual MicroSD slots, 3.5mm audio jack, single speaker, USB-C charging and battery life up to 5 hours. In terms of size it's smaller than the RG353V and bigger than the Miyoo Mini.

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- - - - jc123 on 29/04/2023 - 17:17
        
        +1
        
        @bargainatoraah: If you do some googling (there's lots of subreddit posts discussing these things) it'll usually indicate a difference of 3.5 vs 5hrs approx
ONEMariachi on 29/04/2023 - 17:30

What's a recomended model if I want it to play 3DS games too?
- Orion au on 29/04/2023 - 17:51
  
  You're starting to push the price right up for 3ds capability
  - ONEMariachi on 29/04/2023 - 17:55
    
    That's not overly an issue, as long as it is not ridiculous
    - Orion au on 29/04/2023 - 18:52
      
      The t618 machines Impoze mentions further down are decent (although I don't think the 353v has the t618), and you're starting to look at $200+ there. Retroid also have a clam shell they've just released, and they're shipping preorders now. That's about $260 odd all up.
      
      Next step up, and better compatibility, are the Ayn Odin machines. I think the pro model is better than the Lite for 3ds. But you're starting to push higher than $400 in this range.
    - Budju on 29/04/2023 - 22:56
      
      +1
      
      The best way to play 3DS is on the 'new' 3DS XL with homebrew.
      
      If you want something that can do a bit of everything and money isn't a concern, then you might as well just go a steam deck.
      - ONEMariachi on 30/04/2023 - 11:17
        
        @Budju: yeah I've got a homebrew og 3DS. I guess I was also going for one fo these for the ability to also play on my TV as well. Might actually go either steam deck of the Win600 at this point so I can also play steam games. Wanna mod stardew valley and play that with the missus.
        
        Budju on 30/04/2023 - 12:45
        
        -1
        
        @ONEMariachi: The nice thing about emulation is you can make the resolution scaling really high. 3DS games that were made to run in 480p or whatever then run at 1440p and look amazing. The only thing is you have to split screen it because the 3DS has two screens.
        
        ONEMariachi on 30/04/2023 - 18:36
        
        @Budju: Yeah That's fair. I think most of the games I want to play used the second screen more as a glorified stats/menu screen. So swapping screens with a shortcut button is fne for my usage.
- idonotknowwhy on 29/04/2023 - 17:57
  
  +1
  
  A New 2DS XL or New 3DS XL (homebrew capable).
- impoze on 29/04/2023 - 18:07
  
  Check t618 3DS performance
  
  Retroid pocket 3+, RG353V, 405M
  
  https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Vf7SIS7ecWa_J301h0mb…
- Morien on 29/04/2023 - 18:07
  
  -1
  
  Steam deck at minimum.
  - Budju on 30/04/2023 - 01:42
    
    My new 3DS XL with every single 3DS game on homebrew works really well for the 3DS titles :)
mr fox on 29/04/2023 - 17:32

Noob q. Some examples of fun games you can play on this?
- bargainatoraah on 29/04/2023 - 17:42
  
  +2
  
  Frogger, Qbert, B.C’s Quest for Tires.
- impoze on 29/04/2023 - 18:01
  
  +1
  
  Tetris, mario, metal slugn street fighter
idonotknowwhy on 29/04/2023 - 17:58

How does this compare with the Miyoo Mini?
- impoze on 29/04/2023 - 17:59
  
  +1
  
  More available, slightly bigger
  
  Similar performance
  - idonotknowwhy on 29/04/2023 - 18:05
    
    -1
    
    Already got the Miiyoo so availability doesn't matter.
    I'm tempted to buy this one just because
    - impoze on 29/04/2023 - 18:44
      
      Gotta collect them all
    - jc123 on 29/04/2023 - 19:12
      
      +3
      
      RG35xx is cheaper, has a better screen, is bigger in size and thus more comfortable for bigger hands, has a micro HDMI port (if you want to play on TV), has GarlicOS, which is not as polished as Onion OS (but is under constant updates), and is technically more powerful (although you'd have to wait to see how the Batocera OS develops).
      
      If you've got a Miyoo mini, there's no point in getting an RG35xx… you're better off getting a more powerful handheld in horizontal form factor for more demanding games (i.e. new RG353PS or new clamshell Miyoo are coming out on the horizon; but there will always be newer more powerful models). At the end of the year, there will be a wifi version of RG35xx reportedly coming out, so these current variants might end up being cheaper.
      But if you got spare change, you can buy one and compare, then maybe gift the one you like less to friend/family.
      - idonotknowwhy on 29/04/2023 - 19:21
        
        @jc123: Thanks!
- jc123 on 29/04/2023 - 19:01
  
  +2
  
  Honestly, you're better off googling this. There's so many Reddit posts and youtube review comparisons debating the pros/cons.
  The basic summary though, is they're very similar… so just get the cheaper and more available option.
  If you've got bigger hands the RG35xx is a little bit more comfortable, but it's not as pocketable. If you care about potentially using Wifi (Primarily for retro achievements) then get the Miyoo Mini.
  However I highly doubt you'll find a Miyoo Mini Plus at the same price as this RG35xx for a while…
RocketSwitch on 29/04/2023 - 19:19

No brainer at this price point!!
Tavisophical on 29/04/2023 - 23:00

Can this run nDS roms? I haven't been able to confirm this detail
- AssociatedClear @ Geekbuying on 29/04/2023 - 23:03
  
  +1
  
  Unfortunately it's not quite powerful enough for DS games, even with GarlicOS. I recommend the more high end Anbernic consoles like the RG353V with more powerful hardware and even a touchscreen that some DS games need.
  - Tavisophical on 30/04/2023 - 00:06
    
    What about the rg503?
    I'm on the fence between 3 options, steamdeck, keshi+my phone, or something like the rg305 that should support bt (to pair multiple controllers and/or headset), has hdmi out, and wifi5+ for moonlight
    - AssociatedClear @ Geekbuying on 30/04/2023 - 00:22
      
      Checking YouTube videos it seems the RG503 handles DS games pretty well and has the same CPU as the RG353V.
WSC on 30/04/2023 - 01:25

In terms of shipping, does it make any difference/advantage to buy directly from Anbernic? There is an option for "ship from Australia" but not sure how true that is for $88.76 after PayPal's conversion rate: 1 AUD = 0.63083 USD
https://anbernic.com/products/rg35xx
Thanks!
- jc123 on 30/04/2023 - 01:31
  
  +1
  
  Shipping is ~$22 from Anbernic when I tried their website.
  One benefit is you're more likely to get the newer model with a better battery 2600mah? However it's not that expensive to find a higher capacity battery on Aliexpress and replace it yourself. Worth the gamble imo.
  
  From what I've read, keep your expectations low re: the warranty side of things for these cheap Chinese made goods even if it's directly from Anbernic. The most hassle free way to get refunds is Amazon if you have issues, but it's priced at $130… a pretty steep difference.
SadKen on 30/04/2023 - 07:22

Yep another noob question. There's one game I want to play on a device like this.

Daytona USA.

I think it was a Sega Saturn game (as well as classic arcade). Would that work on a device like this?

Also, is there a handheld that plays ps2 games, thinking along the lines of gran Turismo
- impoze on 30/04/2023 - 07:49
  
  PSP GT, ps2 GT3/4 work on retroid pocket 3+ which would also be ok for RG353V from the other deal
  
  It would also run Saturn fine
  
  https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Vf7SIS7ecWa_J301h0mb…
  - SadKen on 30/04/2023 - 07:56
    
    Hahahaha well there goes my free time. Thank you so much
  - Orion au on 30/04/2023 - 09:57
    
    Your first sentence there isn't very clear, but the rg353v isn't running PS2. It's less powerful than the 3+.
Atomik17 on 30/04/2023 - 08:54

Bought 1. Hope its good. Let's we how long deliver is!
RocketSwitch on 30/04/2023 - 11:02

I was reading over on the Reddit that some experience a fuzzy screen when they oc, does anyone know if it's a widespread issue?
- Villainous on 01/05/2023 - 13:36
  
  +1
  
  I never experienced this
WildZero on 30/04/2023 - 18:08

-1

I don't need this at all given the PS Vitas, PSPs and 3DS I have available to emulate this. So of course I bought one!

Looks like onion OS is a really nice update on these which I'll try out.
- Villainous on 01/05/2023 - 13:37
  
  GarlicOS for the RG35XX. OnionOS in for the Miyoo Mini's
Deliotron on 01/05/2023 - 00:45

Not sure why but bought one
impoze on 01/05/2023 - 13:45

+1

for anyone looking for the Miyoo Mini, there's a listing on Temu, and you can use the new user 30% code
- bamzero on 01/05/2023 - 14:53
  
  How reliable are Temu sellers though?
  - impoze on 01/05/2023 - 15:07
    
    have had a few Temu orders already, and their live chat is pretty easy going
    
    I'd consider it if I didn't already order this
- yv3s on 01/05/2023 - 19:09
  
  Link?
bamzero on 01/05/2023 - 14:49

+1

Bit off topic but couple of weeks ago I got one of these arcade consoles from Jaycar ($55 which I thought was ok since I have a spare Pi3 sitting here, though sure controls aren't that great)

Anyway, back to my question…
I've already got garlic os and tiny best set sitting here in anticipation for the handhelds arrival.

Would I be able to use the ROMs in TBS on the console? Instructions say to run Retropie but have seen batocera recommended also so be either of those. (Yes it's still sitting in the box 😬)
I'm guessing the format should be pretty common between all of these OSes/emulators?
- impoze on 01/05/2023 - 15:07
  
  +1
  
  yes, it's the same roms
  
  Can't go wrong with retropie or batocera, just depends on which you prefer.
  
  https://www.electromaker.io/blog/article/retropie-vs-recalbo…
- HcNguyen111 on 04/05/2023 - 23:44
  
  Thanks for going off topic, now that I know this exists, I'm after one instead of building my own (the arcade control panel itself - I note a Pi and additional setup is required).
  
  Mind sharing how you got it for $65? Limited time sale? Second-hand? It currently advertises (online) for $99.95.
  - bamzero on 05/05/2023 - 00:14
    
    +1
    
    Yeh eventually I'll build a cabinet for it if it's any good. Bought new from Jaycar. I'm in WA but visit your local store or ring around stores with stock and check the price. Often varies from store to store despite what it says online, but unfortunately they won't match against their other stores.
    
    It was advertised at $99 online but came up at $65 in-store and had a $10 off voucher to bring it down to $55.
  - bamzero on 23/05/2023 - 01:10
    
    Might be worth checking your local store stock now if you're still looking for one of these. They've got a sale on at the moment, though not sure if these are included.
adb1984 on 02/05/2023 - 12:12

After watching some really postive reviews I just made the purchase. Thank you
bamzero on 04/05/2023 - 11:08

Bugger. Just saw on YunExpress tracking that last mile courier is Aramex…
Hope it lands in WA, not the east otherwise that's another 2 to 3 weeks wait :(
lazybones1987 on 04/05/2023 - 16:23

Ordered over the weekend and the order is still "processing". How long does it take before they ship it?
- KaTst3R on 04/05/2023 - 22:00
  
  It could be slow because of the 5 day China holiday which ended on 3 May. Probably a bulk of backlog to get through.
- impoze on 05/05/2023 - 10:30
  
  just received auspost update, in AU facility transit.
  
  ETA Monday
  - bamzero on 05/05/2023 - 11:42
    
    Better than Aramex… Mines still at "Departed from AIRPORT of Origin" from yesterday, eagerly awaiting to see which side of the country it arrives at.
    - HomeAlone on 05/05/2023 - 12:39
      
      Mine landed it Sydney.
      - bamzero on 05/05/2023 - 13:44
        
        @HomeAlone: YunExpress/Aramex or Auspost?
        
        HomeAlone on 05/05/2023 - 13:55
        
        +1
        
        @bamzero: YunExpress/Aramex
        
        bamzero on 08/05/2023 - 12:05
        
        @HomeAlone: Customs clearance completed in Perth, hopefully be in my hands before too long…
        
        I just noticed last mile is actually by PFL, not Aramex. Has both names listed on Yunexpress tracking.
        Still normally at least 2 weeks east to west with them but first time I've had anything local so we'll see.
  - KaTst3R on 05/05/2023 - 14:02
    
    you ordered on 29 Apr I assume? Mine still in Dongguan for some reason.
    - impoze on 05/05/2023 - 14:03
      
      yeah
      - KaTst3R on 05/05/2023 - 14:04
        
        @impoze: Me too. Such a random delivery process.
Odin on 06/05/2023 - 17:35

hey, delivered today, that was fast

gonna add the tiny best set now
- impoze on 06/05/2023 - 22:38
  
  Saturday delivery? Nice
  - Odin on 06/05/2023 - 23:45
    
    I'm impressed by it. Put garlicOS on it, runs everything great. PS1 games are 60fps.
    
    Donpachi runs nice
    
    All neo geo like Garou works perfect
    
    the one thing that bugs me though is getting the screen right. The default is OK, but if you set it to interger scale and keep aspect ratio on - it looks weird and wrong. Usually I'd want integer scale so I'm not sure what's going on.
adb1984 on 08/05/2023 - 11:49

I have some concerns it has not shipped yet!
- bamzero on 08/05/2023 - 12:15
  
  +1
  
  My Geekbuying orders have taken a while to ship in the past, some between 1 to 2 weeks so I wouldn't be too concerned just yet. I'm sure it will ship soon.
  I was actually surprised when it shipped next day this time to be honest.
  - adb1984 on 08/05/2023 - 12:21
    
    +1
    
    Thanks for the heads up. I reached out to their support and they reckon it should get shipped today.
    - opposablethumbs on 08/05/2023 - 14:40
      
      Ordered 29/4, only just got email today saying it has shipped :-(.
      - KaTst3R on 08/05/2023 - 19:23
        
        @opposablethumbs: That is bloody slow…sorry to hear that.
      - bamzero on 08/05/2023 - 23:42
        
        @opposablethumbs: Judging from other comments shouldn't take too long now that it's shipped at least. Sure hope the ETA on my PFL tracking is wrong otherwise you'll probably still receive before me.. cleared customs and has been picked up by PFL today but saying delivery ETA is between 19th and 23rd, from Perth to Perth!
        
        smv94 on 16/05/2023 - 11:52
        
        @bamzero: Quick q - my PFL tracking said "Your parcel has been picked up" in PER yesterday - i know im being a bit impatient but how long was it from when pfl picked up the parcel to when it go to your door? no word of it being onboard for delivery yet - even then i know that doesn't ensure delivery on the day
        
        bamzero on 16/05/2023 - 13:31
        
        @smv94: Wasn't too bad in the end. 2 days after.
        
        Not sure where it went after being picked up, but next three scans all occurred within about 4 hours in the morning.
        
        In Transit - Your parcel has arrived at PER depot
        Onboard - Our driver has your parcel onboard for delivery
        Delivered - Your parcel has been left at a safe place (ATL)
        
        They pass it off to their other company Freightster who use contractor drivers like Amazon Flex, but at least they deliver on Sat/Sun too.
      - opposablethumbs on 26/05/2023 - 11:17
        
        @opposablethumbs: Finally delivered today, after close to a month :-(.
        
        Had a quick look/play and seems like a good unit so far with some nostalgic arcade games from my childhood, so maybe worth the wait.
        
        2600mAh on the back sticker label.
        
        Now to put the screen protector on, get a reliable micro SD card into it and try out Garlic OS/customisations suggested by others.
impoze on 08/05/2023 - 13:33

+4

received it today, flashed GarlicOS straight away and spent some time configuring the core presets

loving the size & nostalgic feel

Some useful links

https://www.adinwalls.com/2023/02/02/anbernic-rg35xx-beginne… - some recommended console settings
https://github.com/Vidnez/retro-systems-icons-for-GarlicOS/r… - Nicer console icons with labels
https://gist.github.com/milnak/a288ddb7b0e1e51d251b2121baa03… -
https://www.rg35xx.com/en/ - themes & extra mods
- KaTst3R on 08/05/2023 - 20:16
  
  Does your Geekbuying unit comes with 2600mah or 2100mah battery?
  - impoze on 08/05/2023 - 20:53
    
    +3
    
    says 2600mah on the back sticker label
    - KaTst3R on 08/05/2023 - 21:58
      
      Thanks. That is good to hear.
kml22 on 08/05/2023 - 17:12

Got mine today, the things won't turned on, but won't charge via the USB-C port, using a charger or any USB-C cable won't charge. Dodgy.
- AssociatedClear @ Geekbuying on 08/05/2023 - 17:18
  
  Is the microSD card inserted?
  - kml22 on 08/05/2023 - 17:49
    
    Yes, a microSD card is inserted, a bit of googling, seem like a common issue.
  - kml22 on 08/05/2023 - 17:52
    
    Ok, I got another USB-C Cable, and plug it in, it seems to be charging now. I'm freaking out…so the cable that came with the unit is faulty.
    - AssociatedClear @ Geekbuying on 08/05/2023 - 17:53
      
      Phew that's a relief. I guess I'll find out when mine arrives too.
      - kml22 on 08/05/2023 - 17:56
        
        @Clear: First impression is not good, but once I got it to charge and power it on, the screen looks nice, and all the implementation is so easy to use, playing retro game is so much easier. I like it so far :).
        
        impoze on 08/05/2023 - 18:27
        
        @kml22: My two units had sufficient charge
        Didn't even try the stock cable
    - Odin on 09/05/2023 - 08:33
      
      The stock cable is complete garbage. Mine doesn't fit properly and if you literally touch it, it stops charging. Bin it.
      
      A normal USB C charger works great
      - bamzero on 09/05/2023 - 09:36
        
        @Odin: They must get their cables from the same place they get their SD cards then by the sounds of it? :D
- Vampyr on 10/05/2023 - 10:45
  
  Can you please confirm which delivery partner was used? Thanks!
  - impoze on 10/05/2023 - 11:03
    
    mine came via auspost
    - Vampyr on 10/05/2023 - 11:35
      
      Thanks mate, must be variable as mine didn't… unless a different local tracking number is used which wouldnt make sense..
      
      Anyone else?
      - bamzero on 10/05/2023 - 13:01
        
        @Vampyr: Yunexpress/PFL.
        
        If you're tracking number starts with YT can track directly here
        You should then be able to see your last mile courier tracking number in the green bar at the top. If it starts with NEX it's PFL and don't expect it any time soon though looks like could also end up with Aramex :/
        
        (edit: Actually, my PFL leg is now onboard for delivery, hopefully comes today as being onboard doesn't necessarily mean it will be delivered)
Vampyr on 10/05/2023 - 10:35

HELP!!!

So my delivery failed and it looks like they may have stuffed up the delivery address (it was correct on my end).

Does anyone know the local delivery partner in Aus that they use?

The tracking number didn't show up at my local Australia Post branch.

I need to get on to them before it gets sent back to China!

Any help would be much appreciated!!

EDIT: Saw in a post above that a partner was Aramex.. who's website didn't recognise the tracking number..
- AssociatedClear @ Geekbuying on 10/05/2023 - 11:59
  
  Hey what's your order number? There's two couriers involved so customer service will take a look.
- KaTst3R on 10/05/2023 - 13:00
  
  My delivery also failed. I didnt know that Aramex cant deliver to Parcel Lockers. Every other website that i bought from has no issues.
  
  I had to call them to give an alternate address.
- bamzero on 10/05/2023 - 13:07
  
  Not sure if you'd get notified of my post above, but if the last mile tracking number starts with NEX it's PFL not Aramex.
  
  Unfortunately I see plenty of complaints about being undeliverable due to incorrect address, and they've gone to depot to collect themselves. Package handed to them, correct address on the label… hopefully you get your hands on it soon.
RocketSwitch on 10/05/2023 - 14:36

Got mine today, haven't tested it yet though.
- bamzero on 10/05/2023 - 19:04
  
  Mine arrived today too, chucked it straight on charge and getting GarlicOS and TBSG on an SD card as I type.
  - RocketSwitch on 10/05/2023 - 22:45
    
    Mine arrived with full charge. It's perfect so far. I just put on the screen protector. Right behind you on GarlicOS!!
    - impoze on 10/05/2023 - 22:55
      
      The auto save/load states omln GarlicOS is awesome
      - RocketSwitch on 12/05/2023 - 16:47
        
        @impoze: I know what you mean now, bloody amazing!!

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