Last updated: Oct 15, 2026
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Anbernic RG SP handheld gaming device.
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Anbernic RG SP

The Anbernic RG SP is a clamshell handheld running Linux (Various), released Aug 5, 2026. The most demanding platform it runs well is PlayStation Portable. US MSRP: $64.99 (MSRP as of Oct 15, 2026).

Released: Aug 5, 2026|Available at AliExpress

Summary Highlights

Chipset:H700
GPU:Mali-G31 MP2
Display:IPS LCD, 720 x 480, 3:2
Battery:3300 mAh, 6 hours
Storage:microSD
RAM:1 GB
OS:Linux (Various)
Form Factor:Clamshell

Supported Systems

NES
Gameboy Advance
SNES
PlayStation
Nintendo DS
Nintendo 64
Sega Saturn
Dreamcast
PlayStation Portable
GameCube
PlayStation 2
Nintendo Wii
Nintendo 3DS
PlayStation 3
Wii U
Switch
Modern

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✅ Pros

  • Iconic clamshell design
  • Great screen quality
  • Excellent build quality

❌ Cons

  • No analog sticks
  • No touch screen
  • Can get warm during use

Detailed Specs

Controls & Input
Supported Buttons/Features
L1 R1L2 R2Analog StickHall EffectTouch ScreenGyroscopeL3 R3Volume ButtonsAnalog Triggers
D-Pad PlacementLeft
Thumbstick LayoutNone
Shoulder ButtonsInline
Display & Audio
Screen Size3.4"
Screen TypeIPS LCD
Refresh Rate60Hz
Resolution720 x 480
Aspect Ratio3:2
Pixel Density245 PPI
Speaker PlacementBottom front-facing
Speaker TypeStereo
Audio JackYes
Ports & Connectivity
Wireless
WifiBluetoothMobile Data
Physical Ports
Usb CMicroSD CardVideo Out
OS & Software
Base OSLinux (Various)
Custom OS Support
None
Battery & Power
Battery Life6 hrs
Capacity3300 mAh
Charging PortBottom
Charging MethodUSB-C
Body & Build
Form FactorClamshell
MaterialPlastic
Weight168 g
Dimensions (W x H x D)83 x 82 x 24 mm
Color VariantsGraphite, Platinum, Pearl Blue, Pearl Pink
Release DateAug 5, 2026
Hardware Specifications
CPU Model4× Cortex-A53 @ 1.5 GHz
ArchitectureARM64
ChipsetH700
GPUMali-G31 MP2
RAM Size1 GB
RAM TypeDDR3
Internal StoragemicroSD
Storage ExpansionMicroSD
CPU Clock1.5 GHz
CPU Cores4
CPU Threads4
GPU ClockNot announced yet (source)

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