I wanted to share my thoughts on the Pocket DMG since there don’t seem to be any reviews yet. In a nutshell, this is a fantastic option if you’re looking for top-notch emulation without cutting corners. I went with the 12GB RAM version, and it runs just about any sixth-generation console game flawlessly. It can even handle some seventh-gen games, though the vertical design can make wider aspect ratios a bit awkward.
Playing old-school SNES or GBC games on the gorgeous OLED screen is a real treat. Plus, if you hook it up to a monitor or TV and pair it with a Bluetooth controller, you can even stream games through services like Game Pass without a hitch.
The only real downside I’ve noticed is the plastic on the black and white models of the non-Retro version. It’s super prone to smudges, which might bug you if you have sweaty hands or hate seeing fingerprints everywhere. That said, keeping a microfiber cloth around or just not caring too much fixes that pretty easily—it’s not a deal-breaker by any means.
Now, to be fair, there are cheaper devices out there that can give you similar performance for way less money. But that’s not who this device is for. The Pocket DMG is all about that premium, no-compromises experience Ayaneo is known for. If that’s what you’re after, it’s absolutely worth it.
