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Anbernic RG-34XXSP

Anbernic · Released May 2025 ·

The Anbernic RG-34XXSP is a 3.4" IPS handheld from Anbernic powered by the Allwinner H700. It launched at around $65.

8.5
out of 10
$65
Launch price $65
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Pros

  • +Nostalgic design borrowing from the original GBA SP
  • +Well-supported by the community, multiple CFWs available
  • +Ideal 3:2 aspect ratio for Game Boy Advance
  • +Can be connected to a larger display
  • +PortMaster support for PC game ports
  • +Clamshell design protects the screen when not in use
  • +Good battery capacity at 3300 mAh

Cons

  • Device can feel bulky when closed
  • Unstable emulation on more demanding systems

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 64Playable
GameCubeNot supported
WiiNot supported
Wii UNot supported
Nintendo DSPlayable
Nintendo 3DSNot supported
Nintendo SwitchNot supported
Sega GenesisFull speed
Sega SaturnLimited
DreamcastPlayable
PlayStationFull speed
PlayStation 2Not supported
PlayStation 3Not supported
PSPLimited

Full specifications

Hardware

Chipset (SoC)
Allwinner H700
CPU
Cortex-A53, 4 cores, 1.5 GHz
GPU
Mali-G31 MP2, 650 MHz
RAM
2 GB LPDDR4
Storage
Dual External MicroSD Internal
Weight
178 g
Dimensions
82 x 83 x 25 mm
Cooling
Passive

Display

Size
3.4″
Resolution
720 x 480
Panel
IPS
Refresh rate
110 Hz
Touchscreen
No

Battery & Connectivity

Battery
3300 mAh
Real-world life
~0 hours
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 5
Bluetooth
Bluetooth 4.2
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
No
Gyroscope
No
Hall effect sticks
No

Software & custom firmware

Ships with: Linux

Also plays natively: Linux

Our verdict

Value10.0
Build6.9
Screen8.7
Performance3.9

The Anbernic RG-34XXSP is a 3.4" IPS handheld from Anbernic powered by the Allwinner H700. It launched at around $65. It carries 2 GB of RAM and runs Linux. Highlights include: Nostalgic design borrowing from the original GBA SP; Well-supported by the community, multiple CFWs available; Ideal 3:2 aspect ratio for Game Boy Advance; Can be connected to a larger display. Trade-offs to note: Device can feel bulky when closed; Unstable emulation on more demanding systems.