🎮Anbernic has finally joined the dual-screen club! The RG DS is their first-ever dual-screen handheld, and it’s already getting a lot of attention. With so many dual-screen consoles like AYN Thor/Ayaneo Pocket DS/Retroid Pocket Flip 2 popping up this year, you might wonder, what makes this one special? Let’s take a look.

.Design — A Nostalgic Throwback

The Anbernic RG DS brings back serious Nintendo DS vibes with its clamshell, dual-screen design. It’s about the same length as the Nintendo DSi LL, but both screens are 4 inches (just a bit smaller than the DSi LL’s screen).

That slight size change makes room for a joystick, which gives you more control options for other retro games. The bottom screen supports a stylus, which is awesome for games that rely on touch controls. Classic DS gameplay just wouldn’t feel right without it!

.Performance — What’s Under the Hood?

Here’s where things get interesting. Priced at around $100, the big question is, what kind of power are we getting?

According to the latest info and leaks, the specs look like this:

Chipset: RK3568
Memory: 3GB RAM + 32GB storage
System: Android 14
Display: Dual 4-inch (640×480 resolution)
Battery: 4000mAh, supports 5V1.6A charging
Connectivity: 2.4G & 5G Wi-Fi
Extras: 6-axis gyroscope, supports up to 2TB microSD
Price: ~$110–$120

That means the RG DS is mainly designed for NDS games, and maybe some lighter 3DS titles. It’ll run DS games smoothly, but don’t expect it to handle 3DS or PS2-level emulation. Still, for fans of the DS era, that’s not a bad deal at all.

.A Few Things to Keep in Mind

If you love classic DS games, you’ll feel right at home with this handheld. It’s got the nostalgia factor, modern hardware, and that sturdy Anbernic build quality we all love. But, there are a few limits worth noting:

1)The RK3568 chip means it’s mainly an NDS machine.

2)Only a few light 3DS games will work well.

3)The 640×480 screens aren’t a perfect fit for the DS’s native resolution, but they look much clearer and brighter than the originals. We’ll know more once hands-on tests start rolling out.

In Summary

The Anbernic RG DS is pure nostalgia with a modern twist. If you grew up with dual-screen DS games, this handheld will feel like a warm hug from the past, just with better screens, smoother performance, and wireless support. It might not be the powerhouse for every system, but for DS fans, it’s shaping up to be one of the coolest handhelds of the year.

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