Miyoo Mini Plus vs TrimUI Smart Pro S
The Miyoo Mini Plus (~$65) and TrimUI Smart Pro S (~$85-100) are closely matched Linux handhelds. The right pick comes down to display, battery, and form factor — not raw performance.
TrimUI Smart Pro S
- Miyoo Mini Plus costs $25 less (~$85-100 vs ~$65) — roughly 28% cheaper than the TrimUI Smart Pro S.
- Processor: Miyoo Mini Plus runs a Cortex-A7 Quad-core vs Allwinner A133P (A133 Plus) 1.8GHz in the TrimUI Smart Pro S.
- RAM: 128MB vs 1GB LPDDR4X — Miyoo Mini Plus has the memory advantage for multitasking and heavier emulators.
- Battery: 3,000mAh vs 5,000mAh — TrimUI Smart Pro S lasts longer between charges.
- Display: 3.5" IPS 640x480 vs 4.96" IPS 1280x720 16:9.
- Weight: ~160g vs ~231g — Miyoo Mini Plus is more pocketable.
Specs comparison
Side-by-side technical details. The glowing value wins its row.
| Spec | Miyoo Mini Plus | TrimUI Smart Pro S |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ~$65(best) | ~$85-100 |
| Display | 3.5" IPS 640x480 | 4.96" IPS 1280x720 16:9 |
| Processor | Cortex-A7 Quad-core | Allwinner A133P (A133 Plus) 1.8GHz |
| RAM | 128MB | 1GB LPDDR4X(best) |
| Storage | 32GB + microSD(best) | 8GB + microSD |
| Battery | 3,000mAh | 5,000mAh(best) |
| Weight | ~160g(best) | ~231g |
| OS | Linux / OnionOS | Linux / NextUI / Spruce / Knulli |
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TrimUI Smart Pro S winsPortability
Miyoo Mini Plus winsValue
Miyoo Mini Plus winsMiyoo Mini Plus is best for
- Ultimate pocketable gaming
- Nostalgia for small handhelds
- Custom firmware experimentation
TrimUI Smart Pro S is best for
- Widescreen Linux handheld with longer-life sticks
- Large-screen PSP and PS1 gaming
- NextUI / Spruce custom firmware
Miyoo Mini Plus watch outs
- Shoulder buttons are small
- No analog sticks
- Limited to 8-bit and 16-bit era primarily
TrimUI Smart Pro S watch outs
- Same A133P chip as the original — not a performance jump
- Ergonomics still polarizing
- Stock OS is weak; flash NextUI or Spruce
Pick Miyoo Mini Plus if you want peak performance; pick Miyoo Mini Plus if price matters more. Both are solid Linux handhelds.
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Miyoo Mini Plus vs TrimUI Smart Pro S FAQ
Which is better, the Miyoo Mini Plus or the TrimUI Smart Pro S?
Pick Miyoo Mini Plus if you want peak performance; pick Miyoo Mini Plus if price matters more. Both are solid Linux handhelds.
What is the price difference between the Miyoo Mini Plus and the TrimUI Smart Pro S?
The Miyoo Mini Plus costs $65 while the TrimUI Smart Pro S is $90 — a $25 difference. Miyoo Mini Plus is the value pick; TrimUI Smart Pro S justifies the premium with 4.96" 720p display.
Which has better performance, the Miyoo Mini Plus or TrimUI Smart Pro S?
The Miyoo Mini Plus scores higher across aggregated performance metrics, powered by a Cortex-A7 Quad-core chip with 128MB RAM. The TrimUI Smart Pro S uses a Allwinner A133P (A133 Plus) 1.8GHz and still handles most emulation workloads competently.
How does battery life compare between the Miyoo Mini Plus and TrimUI Smart Pro S?
The Miyoo Mini Plus ships with a 3,000mAh battery. The TrimUI Smart Pro S has a 5,000mAh. Real-world runtime depends on workload: retro emulation typically gets double the runtime of native Android or PS2 emulation.
Which is more portable, the Miyoo Mini Plus or TrimUI Smart Pro S?
The Miyoo Mini Plus weighs ~160g, while the TrimUI Smart Pro S weighs ~231g. Lighter devices are easier for pocket carry and long sessions but often tradeoff battery capacity or grip comfort.
Should I buy the Miyoo Mini Plus or wait for the TrimUI Smart Pro S?
Both are currently in market. If your use case fits ultimate pocketable gaming, the Miyoo Mini Plus delivers today. If you prioritize widescreen linux handheld with longer-life sticks, the TrimUI Smart Pro S is the stronger long-term pick. Neither is about to be replaced — both vendors have 12+ month refresh cycles.