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Anbernic RG SP
Stickless GBA SP clone at $65
AnbernicLinux 64-bit
Price$65Score87/100Bat3,300mAh (~6 hrs)Wt168g
MSRP updated Aug 2026
- Ultra-slim stickless GBA SP clamshell
- 3.4" 720x480 IPS, OCA laminated
- Allwinner H700, dual microSD, Hall lid sleep
- 3,300mAh (~6 hrs), 168g
Our verdict
The RG SP is Anbernic's closest Game Boy Advance SP clone yet: stickless, 168g, and $65 with a laminated 3:2 panel. Buy it for GBA/SNES/PS1 pocket play; keep the RG34XXSP or step up to Android if you need sticks or heavier systems.
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
- Pure GBA/GBC/SNES pocket play
- Buyers who hated sticks on prior SP clones
- First handheld under $70
Watch outs
Tradeoffs to know before buying
- H700 ceiling: Dreamcast/PSP are soft, no PS2
- No analog sticks by design
- Stock Linux OS needs a CFW refresh for best UX
Full specs
Quick reference pulled straight from the catalog.
| Spec | Anbernic RG SP |
|---|---|
| Display | 3.4" IPS 720x480 (3:2, OCA laminated) |
| Chipset | Allwinner H700 (quad Cortex-A53 @ 1.5GHz, Mali-G31 MP2) |
| RAM | 1GB |
| Storage | Dual microSD (up to 512GB each); ships with 16GB card |
| Battery | 3,300mAh (~6 hrs) |
| Weight | 168g |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 5 (dual-band), BT 4.2 |
| Ports | USB-C, dual microSD, 3.5mm, HDMI out |
| OS | Linux 64-bit |
Performance scores
Spec-based catalog ratings by play style, 0-100
GBA / GBC
98
SNES / PS1
90
PSP / DC
55
Portability
98
Value
96
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