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Anbernic RG DS Plus
Budget Linux DS clamshell (announced)
AnbernicLinux (NNDSS; GammaOS planned)
PriceUnder $100Score87/100BatTBAWtTBA
MSRP updated Sep 2026
- Dual 4.3" 1024x768 panels (4x DS integer scale)
- Linux-first with in-house NNDSS DS emulator
- Integrated capacitive stylus + 15-180° dual-alloy hinge
- Same RK3568 as original RG DS; under $100
Bottom line
Budget Linux DS clamshell (announced).
- Strongest suit
- Value (93/100)
- Best for
- Budget Nintendo DS emulation with integer scaling
- Main tradeoff
- Not shipping yet; no store listing or firm date
Summary generated from this device's catalog data — not a hands-on review.
Best for
Where this handheld shines the most
- Budget Nintendo DS emulation with integer scaling
- Buyers who wanted Linux on a dual-screen Anbernic
- Waiting on a sub-$100 successor to the RG DS
Watch outs
Tradeoffs to know before buying
- Not shipping yet; no store listing or firm date
- 1GB RAM (down from 3GB on the RG DS); 3DS is not the target
- No eMMC; games live on microSD. Battery and weight still unlisted
Full specs
Quick reference pulled straight from the catalog.
| Spec | Anbernic RG DS Plus |
|---|---|
| Display | Dual 4.3" 1024x768 (4x DS integer scale) |
| Chipset | Rockchip RK3568 |
| RAM | 1GB |
| Storage | No eMMC; dual microSD |
| Battery | TBA |
| Weight | TBA |
| Wireless | TBA |
| Ports | Dual USB-C, dual microSD, 3.5mm (from trailer) |
| OS | Linux (NNDSS; GammaOS planned) |
Performance scores
Spec-based catalog ratings by play style, 0-100
DS / 3DS
88
PS1 / GBA
88
Portability
86
Battery
80
Value
93
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