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Anbernic RG 55G1 Handheld Gaming Device Launches August 31 Starting at $150
Key points
- Anbernic RG 55G1 launches August 31.
- Starts at $150, available in three colors.
- Runs Android 14 with Snapdragon G1 Gen 2 chip.
- Features a 5.5-inch 1920x1080 display and Hall effect joysticks.
Release Date and Pricing
Anbernic announced that its new RG 55G1 handheld gaming device will be available for order starting August 31 at 6 AM ET. The device will have a starting retail price of $150. A higher-spec model will cost up to $225 and includes an additional 256GB microSD card. A $10 discount will be offered for the first three days of sale.
Hardware Specifications
The RG 55G1 is powered by a Snapdragon G1 Gen 2 chip, marking Anbernic's first use of Qualcomm hardware. It runs on Android 14 and is designed for emulating retro games, capable of handling titles up to PS2 or Wii. The device features a 5.5-inch display with a 1920 x 1080 resolution, two symmetrical Hall effect joysticks, and offers up to eight hours of battery life.
Configuration Options
Customers can choose from three color options: black, indigo, and retro gray. Two main configurations are available: a model with 4GB of memory and 64GB of storage, or a model with 8GB of memory and 128GB of storage. The top-tier model also includes an extra 256GB microSD card.
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Anbernic will release its RG 55G1 handheld gaming device on August 31, with prices starting at $150. This device runs Android 14, uses a Snapdragon G1 Gen 2 chip, and is designed for retro game emulation, offering an alternative to Nintendo's Switch Lite.