Best ANBERNIC Handhelds: Which Model to Buy

Your first handheld, under $70: the H700 Linux models

The RG35XX 2024, RG 35XXPro, RG35XXSP, RG 34XXSP and RGSP all use the same H700 quad-core chip with 1GB of RAM and run Linux, so they play the same games equally well. What changes is the shape (vertical, horizontal or clamshell), the screen and whether there is Wi-Fi. A clamshell protects the screen in a bag; a vertical body is the most pocketable.

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  RG35XX 2024 $44.99 (was $49.99)
  3.5-inch 640×480 screen, vertical, 2,600mAh battery (about 7 hours).
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  RG 35XXPro $51.99 (was $54.99)
  3.5-inch 640×480 screen with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
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  RG35XXSP $54.99 (was $64.99)
  3.5-inch 640×480 clamshell with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
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  RG 34XXSP $64.99 (was $67.99)
  3.4-inch 720×480 clamshell; a sharper, wider screen.
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  RGSP $64.99
  3.4-inch 720×480 clamshell; ships with a 16GB card.

A bigger screen on the same chip: RG 40XXV and RG40XX H

If small screens bother you, these two keep the H700 chip and the price but move up to a 4-inch 640×480 screen. The RG 40XXV is vertical and the RG40XX H horizontal, with room for two analog sticks.

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  RG 40XXV $64.99 (was $67.99)
  4-inch screen, vertical body, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
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  RG40XX H $64.99 (was $69.99)
  4-inch screen, horizontal body with dual sticks.

Android on a budget: RG Rotate, RG VITA and RG Cube

Android models run emulator apps and Android games, and most have touchscreens. The RG Rotate and RG VITA use the older Unisoc T618; the RG Cube steps up to the T820 with 8GB of RAM and a square 720×720 screen. The standard versions come without a game card; bundles add a preloaded card, so only play games you own.

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  RG Rotate $79.99 (was $94.99)
  3.5-inch 720×720 rotating screen, T618, 3GB + 32GB, 2,000mAh (about 5 hours).
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  RG VITA From $99.99 (was $109.99)
  5.46-inch 1280×720 touchscreen, T618, 3GB + 64GB, Android 12.
• RG VITA Pro Higher option on the same listing
  5.5-inch 1080p, RK3576, 4GB + 64GB, Android 14 or Linux.
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  RG Cube $122.99 (was $169.99)
  3.95-inch 720×720 touchscreen, T820, 8GB + 128GB, 5,200mAh (about 7 hours).

Two screens: RG DS and RG DS Plus

Both have a top and bottom screen at the same price but suit different buyers. The RG DS runs Android 14 or Linux with 3GB of RAM and two 4-inch touchscreens; the RG DS Plus runs Linux with sharper 4.3-inch 1024×768 screens, a stylus-ready lower screen and a sleep mode when you close the lid.

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  RG DS From $94.99 (was $99.99)
  Two 4-inch 640×480 touchscreens, RK3568, 3GB + 32GB, 4,000mAh (about 6 hours).
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  RG DS Plus $94.99
  Two 4.3-inch 1024×768 screens, RK3568, Linux, 4,000mAh (about 6 hours).

More power: RG 55G1 and RG 476H

These are the mid-range Android picks. The RG 55G1 uses a Snapdragon G1 Gen 2 with a 5.5-inch 1080p screen and the biggest battery in this guide; the RG 476H has a 4.7-inch 120Hz screen in a 4:3 shape that suits older games.

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  RG 55G1 From $139.99 (was $149.99)
  5.5-inch 1080p, Snapdragon G1 Gen 2, 4GB + 64GB or 8GB + 128GB, 6,000mAh (about 8 hours).
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  RG 476H $159.99 (was $169.99)
  4.7-inch 1280×960 120Hz, T820, 8GB + 128GB.

Flagships: RG 477V, RG 477M, RG 557 and WIN600

The top Android models all use the Dimensity 8300 chip with 8GB or 12GB of RAM. The RG 477V and RG 477M share a 4.7-inch 120Hz screen (the 477M has a CNC aluminum body), while the RG 557 has a 5.48-inch 1080p AMOLED screen. The WIN600 runs Windows 11 for PC games.

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  RG 477V From $259.99 (was $269.99)
  Dimensity 8300, 4.7-inch 120Hz, Hall joysticks, fan cooling, 5,500mAh.
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  RG 477M From $264.99 (was $279.99)
  Same chip and screen in an aluminum body; 8GB + 128GB or 12GB + 256GB.
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  RG 557 From $274.99
  Dimensity 8300, 5.48-inch 1080p AMOLED, 5,500mAh (about 8 hours), 27W charging.
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  WIN600 From $299.99 (was $324.99)
  Windows 11, AMD 3020e (8GB + 128GB) or 3050e (8GB + 256GB).

How to buy ANBERNIC and save

1. Decide between Linux (cheaper, simpler, older games) and Android (more power, touchscreen, apps).
2. Choose the warehouse on the product page; US, EU and China options are listed, and US stock arrives faster.
3. Pick the version; most Android models come as a standard version without a game card, plus RAM and storage options.
4. Compare the delivered total, because shipping is added at checkout by weight and destination.
5. Time it if you can: ANBERNIC has run an 11.11 (Singles' Day) sale in November with lower prices on popular models, so check the store before you buy.
6. Test the handheld as soon as it arrives; returns are limited to 15 days.

Shipping and returns

Shipping is calculated at checkout by weight, size and destination, and orders take 2–4 business days to process. Returns are accepted within 15 days if the device is unused and boxed, but the buyer pays 25% of the order plus label fees ($35 minimum). The one-year warranty covers free replacement parts.

Pros and cons

Which ANBERNIC product should you buy?

For a first handheld, the RG35XXSP at $54.99 is the easiest choice, since it plays the same games as the other Linux models in a clamshell that protects the screen. Move to the RG Cube at $122.99 if you want Android and a touchscreen, and only consider the Dimensity 8300 flagships if you play more demanding systems.

The RG Cube was $122.99 against a regular $169.99, a saving of $47. The RG35XXSP was $54.99 against $64.99, a saving of $10, before shipping.

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