Anbernic vs Powkiddy: Which Retro Handheld Should You Buy?

The better choice isn’t a brand in the abstract. It’s the handheld that fits the games you want to play and the way you like to hold it. Here are four configured models worth comparing.

Want a folding handheld?

The Anbernic RG35XXSP and Powkiddy V90 both offer a Game Boy Advance SP-inspired shape. Our RG35XXSP listing includes a configured 128GB card with MuOS and highlights its customizable interface. The V90 listing includes a 64GB card with custom software and emphasizes its compact size. Choose based on the size and setup you prefer, then check each listing for the systems you want to play. Neither is a promise that every game on a listed system will run equally well.

Want a larger screen or a more flexible setup?

The Powkiddy X55 has a 5.5-inch widescreen display and a configured 256GB card. It’s the one to examine if screen size is high on your list.

The Anbernic RG406V takes a different route: an Android handheld configured with Gamma OS, with 512GB and 1TB options listed. If you’re considering it for a particular system, check the product details and your preferred games rather than assuming that more storage guarantees better performance.

The quick verdict

Pick by use case, not logo. Compare the RG35XXSP and V90 if you want a folding handheld. Look at the X55 for its larger screen, or the RG406V if you want to explore an Android-based option. Open the listings to compare the current options and what’s included before ordering.