Phones are great and all, but sometimes you want some actual buttons. We created this guide to showcase our personal choices for the best Android gaming handhelds. We go over the important stuff, such as specs, what the console does, and what it can run. Some are designed with retro gaming in mind, some are from big names, there are small and big specs available, so take a peek and see if any catch your eye.Best Android Gaming HandheldsLet’s crack on with our list!Odin 2 PRO
What’s not to love about the AYN
Pro Odin? Well the Odin 2 brings even
fancier specs to the table with its PRO version, which will
plough through pretty much any Android game going, and take on emulation as well.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8Gen2 CPUAdreno 74012GB RAM256GB Storage1920 x 1080 6” LCD Touchscreen Display8000mAh BatteryAndroid 13WiFi7 + BT 5.3The AYN Odin 2 Pro can also emulate GameCube and PS2 titles, as well as a wide range of 128-bit games.
The only downside we can see is unlike its predecessor, the Odin, the Odin 2 isn’t able to run Windows, or certainly not as easily as before. The original Odin is still available though, so if Windows is a
priority, then fill your boots.
GPD XP Plus
This one’s a
unique one. The GPD XP has
interchangeable peripherals for the right-hand side, making it easier than ever to
tailor your emulation experience. That sounds
excellent, but what are the specs?
MediaTek Dimensity 1200
Octa-Core CPUArm Mali-G77 MC9 GPU6GB LPDDR4X RAM6.81″ IPS Touch LCD Screen with Gorilla Glass7000mAh BatterySupports up to 2TB microSD.The GPD XP is
ideal for those of you who want to play a wide variety of games, from Android to the PS2, and even the Nintendo GameCube. It’s important to note that this console is on the
expensive side, but with the addition of peripheral customisation, we can’t really argue with it. It’s a
potent device, with
impressive capabilities.
ABERNIC RG353P
- sturdy, retro-style handheld console
- mini-HDMI port
- premium piece of technology
- 2 SD card slots
- headphone jack
- portable gaming to the fullest
- fantastic resemblance to the SNES
- RK3566 Quad-core 64-bit Cortex-A55 1.8ghz CPU
- 2GB DDR4 RAM
- 3.5” IPS 640 x 480 Touchscreen Display
- 3500MAH Battery
- dual boot for Linux and Android 11
- handle Android games brilliantly
- enjoy classics from the N64, PS1, and PSP
The Retroid Pocket 3+ has a beautiful sophisticated design that oozes simplicity – we love it. While we could easily put the Retroid Pocket 2S on our list, the Retroid Pocket 3+ is undoubtedly a more advanced version, but at a slightly higher price. The size of the handheld console is perfect. It’s not too small, and it’s not too large. It’s comfortable to hold in your hands, and it’ll fit in your bag for on-the-go gaming.
Let’s go over the specs:
Quad-core Unisoc Tiger T618 CPU4GB DDR4 DRAM128GB Storage4.7” Touchscreen Display 16:9 750 x 1334 60FPS4500mAh BatteryIt can handle Android games exceptionally, as well as your favourite 8-bit retro games. For fans of the Gameboy console and the PS1, you’ll be happy to know that this handy little device runs them perfectly! N64 games also run very well on the Retroid Pocket 3, but you’ll have to play about with the settings a bit.
It can also handle most Dreamcast titles and a good majority of PSP games, though make sure to check before you get your heart set on anything.
Logitech G Cloud
We’re big fans of the Logitech G Cloud’s design. The sleek model with comfortable ergonomic hand grips makes gaming an absolute pleasure. Despite the slim size, it’s still one of the most powerful Android handhelds. While the overall design isn’t as retro as its competitors, the more modern look is incredibly pretty. It may look great, but what are the specs?
Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G Octa-core CPU up to 2.3GHz64GB Storage7” 1920 x 1080p 16:9 IPS LCD Display 60HzzRechargeable Li-Polymer Battery, 23.1 watt-hIt runs Android games amazingly well, and it can even handle Diablo Immortal with the Snapdragon 720 processor – brilliant! With the device relying on cloud gaming, it’s easier than ever to hop in and out of games during your free time. The screen is also gorgeous, allowing you to enjoy your favourite Android games with high-quality visuals.
You can buy the Logitech G Cloud on the official website!
Want something to play on the best Android gaming handhelds? Well look no further than our best new Android games this week. …or emulate. You can do that too.
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