Anbernic started shipping the RG SP on August 5, 2026 at $64.99 for the base 16GB-card bundle: a stickless Game Boy Advance SP clamshell with a laminated 3.4-inch 720x480 IPS, Allwinner H700, dual microSD slots, and Hall magnetic lid sleep (Anbernic, POCG).
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Specs
The RG SP doubles down on nostalgia over power. Anbernic dropped analog sticks to slim the hinge and chase the original SP silhouette more closely than the RG34XXSP.
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Display | 3.4" IPS 720x480, OCA laminated, 3:2 |
| Chip | Allwinner H700 (quad A53 @ 1.5GHz, Mali-G31 MP2) |
| RAM | 1GB |
| Storage | Dual microSD (up to 512GB each); ships with 16GB card |
| Battery | 3,300mAh (~6 hrs claimed) |
| Weight / size | 168g; 83 x 82 x ~24 mm |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 5 dual-band, BT 4.2, HDMI out |
| OS | Linux 64-bit |
| Colors | Graphite, Platinum, Pearl Blue, Pearl Pink |
| Price | $64.99 (16GB) / $79.99 (64GB) / $94.99 (128GB) |
Launch week briefly discounted every tier by $7. Reviewer consensus already calls the hinge and tactile buttons a step up from earlier Anbernic SP clones.
How it compares
- Anbernic RG34XXSP — Same H700 class and 3.4" idea; RG SP is the stickless, thinner, higher-battery revision aimed at pure GBA feel.
- KONKR Pocket Advance — Open-face Android GBA brick from $89 with Helio G90T. More power, no clamshell.
- Miyoo Mini Plus — Vertical pocket classic with OnionOS polish. Different shape, similar budget-retro buyer.
Who should buy
Buy the RG SP if GBA/GBC/SNES/PS1 in a folding SP shell is the goal and $65 is the ceiling. Skip it if you need sticks, Android, or reliable Dreamcast/PSP/PS2 performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the Anbernic RG SP?
$64.99 with a 16GB card, $79.99 with 64GB, and $94.99 with 128GB on Anbernic's store. Early launch days briefly knocked $7 off each tier.
Does the RG SP have analog sticks?
No. Anbernic intentionally shipped a D-pad-only layout to slim the shell and match original SP ergonomics.
What can the Anbernic RG SP emulate?
It is excellent for 8/16-bit and solid for PS1. Dreamcast and PSP are soft; PS2/GameCube are out of scope on the H700.
How is the RG SP different from the RG34XXSP?
The RG SP is stickless, lighter (168g), uses a 3,300mAh battery, and ships as Anbernic's closest SP silhouette yet. The RG34XXSP remains the stick-equipped sibling for buyers who want analogs in a flip shell.
Should I buy the RG SP or KONKR Pocket Advance?
Buy the RG SP for a $65 folding Linux SP clone. Buy the KONKR Pocket Advance for Android and Helio G90T in an open GBA brick.
