Retroflag GPi Case 2W

Retroflag · Released Dec 2022 ·

The Retroflag GPi Case 2W is a 3.0" IPS handheld from Retroflag powered by the Broadcom BCM2710A1. It launched at around $80.

5.8

out of 10

$80

Launch price $80

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Pros

Cons

−Bulky form factor
−3.0” screen might be too small for some
−Can't be connected to external monitors

What can it play?

Emulation performance by platform, based on real-world testing.

Full speedPlayableLimitedNot supported

Game BoyFull speed

Game Boy AdvanceFull speed

NESFull speed

SNESFull speed

Nintendo 64Limited

GameCubeNot supported

WiiNot supported

Wii UNot supported

Nintendo DSLimited

Nintendo 3DSNot supported

Nintendo SwitchNot supported

Sega GenesisFull speed

Sega SaturnNot supported

DreamcastLimited

PlayStationFull speed

PlayStation 2Not supported

PlayStation 3Not supported

PSPNot supported

Full specifications

Hardware

Chipset (SoC): Broadcom BCM2710A1
CPU: Cortex-A53, 4 cores, 1.0 GHz
GPU: Broadcom VideoCore IV, 250 MHz
RAM: 512 MB LPDDR2
Storage: External MicroSD Internal
Weight: 224 g
Dimensions: 135 x 81 x 32 mm
Cooling: Passive

Display

Size: 3″
Resolution: 640 x 480
Panel: IPS
Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Touchscreen: No

Battery & Connectivity

Battery: 2800 mAh
Real-world life: ~0 hours
Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi
Bluetooth: Bluetooth 4.2
Ports: 3.5mm headphone, microSD
Expandable storage: Yes (microSD)

Controls

Analog sticks: 0
D-pad: Yes
Face buttons: Yes
Analog triggers: No
Gyroscope: No
Hall effect sticks: No

Software & custom firmware

Ships with: Linux

Also plays natively: Linux

No third-party custom firmware tracked for this device.

Our verdict

Value10.0

Build5.1

Screen7.3

Performance3.2

The Retroflag GPi Case 2W is a 3.0" IPS handheld from Retroflag powered by the Broadcom BCM2710A1. It launched at around $80. It carries 512 MB of RAM and runs Linux. Trade-offs to note: Bulky form factor; 3.0” screen might be too small for some; Can't be connected to external monitors.