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AYN Odin Lite

AYN · Released Jul 2022 ·

The AYN Odin Lite is a 5.98" IPS handheld from AYN powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 900. It launched at around $165.

7.9
out of 10
$165
Launch price $165
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Pros

  • +Strong performance even for more demanding systems
  • +Large 6600 mAh battery for long play sessions
  • +High-resolution screen
  • +Ease of access to Android games and apps
  • +Can be connected to a larger display
  • +The touchscreen is useful for navigation and touch/stylus-based games
  • +Responsive UI thanks to 4 GB of RAM
  • +The ergonomic grips make extended play more comfortable

Cons

  • Letterboxing (black bars) on classic retro systems
  • Outdated Android version, less compatibility with the Play Store

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 64Full speed
GameCubeFull speed
WiiPlayable
Wii UNot supported
Nintendo DSFull speed
Nintendo 3DSPlayable
Nintendo SwitchNot supported
Sega GenesisFull speed
Sega SaturnPlayable
DreamcastFull speed
PlayStationFull speed
PlayStation 2Playable
PlayStation 3Not supported
PSPFull speed

Full specifications

Hardware

Chipset (SoC)
MediaTek Dimensity 900
CPU
Cortex-A78, 8 cores, 2.0 GHz - 2.4 GHz
GPU
Mali-G68 MC4, 900 MHz
RAM
4 GB LPDDR4X
Storage
64GB Internal
Weight
280 g
Dimensions
224 x 95.2 x 15 - 23.7 mm
Cooling
Active (fan)

Display

Size
5.98″
Resolution
1920 x 1080
Panel
IPS
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Touchscreen
Yes

Battery & Connectivity

Battery
6600 mAh
Real-world life
~0 hours
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 6
Bluetooth
Bluetooth 5.2
Ports
USB-C, Video out, 3.5mm headphone, microSD
Expandable storage
Yes (microSD)

Controls

Analog sticks
2
D-pad
Yes
Face buttons
Yes
Analog triggers
Yes
Gyroscope
Yes
Hall effect sticks
No

Software & custom firmware

Ships with: Android 11

Also plays natively: Android

No third-party custom firmware tracked for this device.

Our verdict

Value8.0
Build7.7
Screen9.0
Performance6.4

The AYN Odin Lite is a 5.98" IPS handheld from AYN powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 900. It launched at around $165. It carries 4 GB of RAM and runs Android 11. Highlights include: Strong performance even for more demanding systems; Large 6600 mAh battery for long play sessions; High-resolution screen; Ease of access to Android games and apps. Trade-offs to note: Letterboxing (black bars) on classic retro systems; Outdated Android version, less compatibility with the Play Store.