This guide highlights our top picks for the best Android gaming handhelds, offering a blend of power, features, and retro appeal. We'll examine key specs, capabilities, and game compatibility to help you find the perfect fit.
Top Android Gaming Handhelds
Let's dive into our selections!
AYN Odin 2 PRO
The AYN Odin 2 PRO boasts impressive specs, effortlessly handling modern Android games and emulation.
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
- GPU: Adreno 740
- RAM: 12GB
- Storage: 256GB
- Display: 6” 1920 x 1080 LCD Touchscreen
- Battery: 8000mAh
- OS: Android 13
- Connectivity: WiFi 7 + BT 5.3
Emulation capabilities extend to GameCube, PS2, and a wide array of 128-bit titles. The trade-off? Unlike its predecessor, Windows support is significantly reduced. The original Odin remains an option if Windows compatibility is crucial.
GPD XP Plus
The GPD XP Plus stands out with its customizable right-hand side peripherals, enhancing emulation flexibility. Here's the hardware:
- Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 1200 Octa-Core
- GPU: Arm Mali-G77 MC9
- RAM: 6GB LPDDR4X
- Display: 6.81″ IPS Touch LCD with Gorilla Glass
- Battery: 7000mAh
- Storage: Expandable up to 2TB microSD
This powerful device excels at Android, PS2, and GameCube games, although it comes with a higher price tag. The customizability justifies the cost for many users.
ABERNIC RG353P
The ABERNIC RG353P is a robust, retro-styled handheld ideal for classic gaming enthusiasts. Features include a mini-HDMI port and dual SD card slots. The specs are:
- Processor: RK3566 Quad-core 64-bit Cortex-A55 1.8GHz
- RAM: 2GB DDR4
- Storage: 32GB Android / 16GB Linux (expandable)
- Display: 3.5” 640 x 480 IPS Touchscreen
- Battery: 3500mAh
- OS: Dual-boot Android 11/Linux
Its dual-boot system allows for seamless transitions between Android gaming and emulation of N64, PS1, and PSP titles.
Retroid Pocket 3+
The Retroid Pocket 3+ boasts a sleek, ergonomic design and a comfortable size. It's an upgrade to the 2S, offering:
- Processor: Quad-core Unisoc Tiger T618
- RAM: 4GB DDR4
- Storage: 128GB
- Display: 4.7” 16:9 750 x 1334 Touchscreen (60FPS)
- Battery: 4500mAh
This handheld handles Android games and 8-bit retro titles flawlessly. It also emulates Game Boy, PS1 games well, and many Dreamcast and PSP titles (compatibility varies).
Logitech G Cloud
The Logitech G Cloud impresses with its sleek design and comfortable ergonomics. Despite its slim profile, it packs a punch:
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G Octa-core (up to 2.3GHz)
- Storage: 64GB
- Display: 7” 1920 x 1080p 16:9 IPS LCD (60Hz)
- Battery: 23.1Wh Li-Polymer
It excels at Android gaming, even handling demanding titles like Diablo Immortal. Its integration with cloud gaming adds convenience. Purchase is available through the official website.
Looking for games to play? Check out our list of the week's best new Android games...or explore the world of emulation!
