Anbernic RG28XX
Tiny vertical handheld
~$55
MSRP updated Apr 2026
- 2.83" tiny screen
- Ultra portable
- H700 chip
Best for
Where this handheld shines the most.
- Maximum portability
- 8-bit and 16-bit era gaming
- Keychain or pocket gaming
Watch outs
Tradeoffs to know before buying.
- Very small screen (2.83-inch)
- No analog sticks
- Limited to simpler systems
Specs snapshot
Quick reference pulled from the catalog.
Performance snapshot
How it stacks up by play style.
More on the Anbernic RG28XX
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Head-to-head comparisons
Anbernic RG28XX vs Anbernic RG35XX Plus (2026) — Linux Handheld Comparison
The Anbernic RG28XX (~$55) and Anbernic RG35XX Plus (~$85) are closely matched Linux handhelds. The right pick comes down to display, battery, and form factor — not raw performance.
Anbernic RG28XX vs Miyoo Mini Plus (2026) — Linux Handheld Comparison
The Anbernic RG28XX (~$55) and Miyoo Mini Plus (~$65) are closely matched Linux handhelds. The right pick comes down to display, battery, and form factor — not raw performance.
Anbernic RG28XX vs Anbernic RG35XX H (2026) — Linux Handheld Comparison
The Anbernic RG28XX (~$55) and Anbernic RG35XX H (~$85) are closely matched Linux handhelds. The right pick comes down to display, battery, and form factor — not raw performance.
Anbernic RG28XX vs Anbernic RG35XX SP (2026) — Linux Handheld Comparison
The Anbernic RG28XX (~$55) and Anbernic RG35XX SP (~$95) are closely matched Linux handhelds. The right pick comes down to display, battery, and form factor — not raw performance.
Anbernic RG28XX vs Anbernic RG40XX H (2026) — Linux Handheld Comparison
The Anbernic RG28XX (~$55) and Anbernic RG40XX H (~$99) are closely matched Linux handhelds. The right pick comes down to display, battery, and form factor — not raw performance.
Anbernic RG28XX vs Anbernic RG40XX V (2026) — Linux Handheld Comparison
The Anbernic RG28XX (~$55) and Anbernic RG40XX V (~$99) are closely matched Linux handhelds. The right pick comes down to display, battery, and form factor — not raw performance.