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Anbernic RG 35
Sub-$40 Game Boy vertical with sticks
AnbernicLinux 64-bit
Price$37.99Score82/100Bat3,200mAh (up to 7 hours claimed)Wt191g
MSRP updated Sep 2026
- 3.5" 640x480 IPS, OCA laminated
- Rockchip RK3326 + dual analog sticks
- 3,200mAh (up to 7 hrs claimed)
- Gray, transparent black, or transparent pink
Our verdict
The Anbernic RG 35 is a $37.99 surprise drop that puts RK3326, a laminated 3.5-inch 640x480 IPS, dual sticks, and a 3,200mAh cell into a Game Boy-shaped vertical. It is Anbernic's own take on the BATLEXP G350. Buy it as a cheap first handheld; spend ~$65 on the RG SP or RG40XX if you want H700 headroom or a folding SP clone.
Editorial verdict based on this device's catalog specs, pricing, and scores — not a hands-on lab review.
Best for
Where this handheld shines the most
- First handheld under $40
- PS1 / SNES / GBA in a Game Boy shell with sticks
- Buyers who want Anbernic branding on G350-class hardware
Watch outs
Tradeoffs to know before buying
- Same RK3326 hardware as the BATLEXP G350
- No built-in Wi-Fi or Bluetooth; optional external Wi-Fi module
- Stops at light N64 / PSP / Dreamcast; H700 devices are stronger
Full specs
Quick reference pulled straight from the catalog.
| Spec | Anbernic RG 35 |
|---|---|
| Display | 3.5" IPS 640x480 4:3 (OCA laminated) |
| Chipset | Rockchip RK3326 quad-core 1.5 GHz (Mali-G31 MP2) |
| RAM | 1GB |
| Storage | 32GB included + dual microSD (up to 256GB) |
| Battery | 3,200mAh (up to 7 hours claimed) |
| Weight | 191g |
| Wireless | None built-in (external Wi-Fi module supported) |
| Ports | USB-C, dual microSD, 3.5mm |
| OS | Linux 64-bit |
Performance scores
Spec-based catalog ratings by play style, 0-100
PS1 / GBA
88
N64
50
Portability
92
Battery
82
Value
97
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Anbernic RG 35 vs Anbernic RG35XX Plus (2026) — Linux Handheld Comparison
The Anbernic RG 35 ($37.99) and Anbernic RG35XX Plus (~$85) go head-to-head in this Linux handheld comparison. Anbernic RG35XX Plus averages higher across our benchmarks, while Anbernic RG 35 wins on price.
Anbernic RG 35 vs Miyoo Mini Plus (2026) — Linux Handheld Comparison
The Anbernic RG 35 ($37.99) and Miyoo Mini Plus (~$65) go head-to-head in this Linux handheld comparison. Miyoo Mini Plus averages higher across our benchmarks, while Anbernic RG 35 wins on price.
Anbernic RG 35 vs Anbernic RG35XX H (2026) — Linux Handheld Comparison
The Anbernic RG 35 ($37.99) and Anbernic RG35XX H (~$85) go head-to-head in this Linux handheld comparison. Anbernic RG35XX H averages higher across our benchmarks, while Anbernic RG 35 wins on price.
Anbernic RG 35 vs Anbernic RG35XX SP (2026) — Linux Handheld Comparison
The Anbernic RG 35 ($37.99) and Anbernic RG35XX SP (~$95) go head-to-head in this Linux handheld comparison. Anbernic RG35XX SP averages higher across our benchmarks, while Anbernic RG 35 wins on price.
Anbernic RG 35 vs Anbernic RG28XX (2026) — Linux Handheld Comparison
The Anbernic RG 35 ($37.99) and Anbernic RG28XX (~$55) go head-to-head in this Linux handheld comparison. Anbernic RG28XX averages higher across our benchmarks, while Anbernic RG 35 wins on price.
Anbernic RG 35 vs Powkiddy RGB30 (2026) — Linux Handheld Comparison
The Anbernic RG 35 ($37.99) and Powkiddy RGB30 (~$95) go head-to-head in this Linux handheld comparison. Powkiddy RGB30 averages higher across our benchmarks, while Anbernic RG 35 wins on price.