Retroid Pocket Flip
Retroid · Released Apr 2023 ·
The Retroid Pocket Flip is a 4.7" IPS handheld from Retroid powered by the UNISOC Tiger T618. It launched at around $155.
Pros
- +Ease of access to Android games and apps
- +Can be connected to external displays
- +Large 5000 mAh battery
- +Screen stays protected when the lid is closed
- +The touchscreen is useful for navigation and touch/stylus-based games
- +Responsive UI thanks to 4 GB of RAM
- +Hall Effect analog sticks are more durable and precise
Cons
- −Some users report issues with the hinge
- −Letterboxing (black bars) on classic retro systems
- −Outdated Android version, less compatibility with the Play Store
- −Device can feel bulky when closed
What can it play?
Emulation performance by platform, based on real-world testing.
Full specifications
Hardware
- Chipset (SoC)
- UNISOC Tiger T618
- CPU
- Cortex-A75, 8 cores, 2.0 GHz
- GPU
- Mali-G52 MP2, 850 MHz
- RAM
- 4 GB LPDDR4X
- Storage
- 128GB eMMC 5.1
- Weight
- 270 g
- Dimensions
- 139 x 82 x 25.4 mm
- Cooling
- Active (fan)
Display
- Size
- 4.7″
- Resolution
- 1334 x 750
- Panel
- IPS
- Refresh rate
- 60 Hz
- Touchscreen
- Yes
Battery & Connectivity
- Battery
- 5000 mAh
- Real-world life
- ~0 hours
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi 5
- Bluetooth
- Bluetooth 5.0
- 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
- No
- Hall effect sticks
- Yes
Software & custom firmware
Ships with: Android 11
Also plays natively: Android
No third-party custom firmware tracked for this device.
Our verdict
The Retroid Pocket Flip is a 4.7" IPS handheld from Retroid powered by the UNISOC Tiger T618. It launched at around $155. It carries 4 GB of RAM and runs Android 11. Highlights include: Ease of access to Android games and apps; Can be connected to external displays; Large 5000 mAh battery; Screen stays protected when the lid is closed. Trade-offs to note: Some users report issues with the hinge; Letterboxing (black bars) on classic retro systems; Outdated Android version, less compatibility with the Play Store.