PowKiddy RGB20S

PowKiddy RGB20S

Specification

General
Model NamePowKiddy RGB20S
BrandPowKiddy
Release DateMay 2022
Price$90 (16GB + 32GB)
$95 (16GB + 64GB)
$105 (16GB + 128GB)
Where to buy?*Get the PowKiddy RGB20S from the PowKiddy Official Store on AliExpress
Software
OSLinux
LauncherEmulation Station
Custom Firmware (CFW)AmberElec
ArkOS using image for RG351MP
System
CPURockchip RK3326
Cores/Threads4 x ARM Cortex A53 @ 1.5 GHz
GPUMali G31 MP2 @ 650 MHz
RAM1GB
RAM TypeDDR3
Storage
Internal Storage Size16GB (using microSD slot)
Internal Storage TypeeMMC 5.1
Internal Storage Speed
Expandable StorageDual microSD (max 256GB)
Expandable Storage Speed
Body
Width83 mm
Height120 mm
Depth21 mm
Weight180g
MaterialPlastic
SpeakersMono
ColorsOrange/White/Blue/Black
Shoulder / Trigger Buttons
Analog SticksDual with L3/R3
Rumble / vibration
Battery
Battery Capacity3500 mAh
Fast Charging
Avg. Battery Life (tested)5 hours
Display
Size (inches)3.5
Resolution640 x 480
Aspect Ratio4:3
Display TypeIPS
Touchscreen
Max Brightness
Refresh Rate60 Hz
ProtectionOCA laminated screen
Screen to body ratio
Pixel Density
Connectivity
Wi-Fi
Bluetooth
Network
3.5mm Headphone Jack
TV Output
Ports2 x USB Type C
OthersSupports external WiFi dongle via OTG
Miscellaneous
Other features
Performance
Nintendo Entertainment System Excellent
Super Nintendo Entertainment System Excellent
Sega Saturn Average
PlayStation 1 Excellent
Nintendo 64 Average
Sega Dreamcast Average
PlayStation 2 Poor
Game Boy Advance Excellent
Nintendo GameCube Poor
Nintendo DS Average
PlayStation Portable Average
Nintendo Wii Poor
PlayStation 3 Poor
Nintendo Wii U Poor
Compatibility Sheet
Benchmarks
Passmark CPU Mark384
Geekbench 6Single-core: 109
Multi-core: 318
Geekbench 5Single-core: 96
Multi-core: 348
Antutuv9: 43000
Cinebench R23
3DMark

Pros

  • Bright screen with thin bezels.
  • Can be used straight out of the box. Perfect for people who are not interested in setting up the device themselves.
  • The Rockchip RK3326 chip supports PS1 emulation flawlessly.
  • Speaker is surprisingly good and unexpected for devices of this price range. It delivers impressive sound.

Cons

  • Looks and feels like a budget device. Case flexes at certain points when pressure is applied.
  • D-pad and face buttons are placed too low at the bottom impacting ergonomics and comfort.
  • Start Select button placement makes it look like a smiling face.
  • Struggles with N64, Dreamcast and PSP.

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