Anbernic RG34XX - Modern Gameboy Advance // In-Depth Review - Teardown, Emulation, & More!

[@retrotechdad]

Is this the form factor you've been waiting for? How do you Gameboy Advance? 🙏🙏

[@NoobixCube]

You SAY "one last hurrrah for Anbernic to close out the year", but there's still two weeks left of 2024. In Anbernic's release timing that's like three more handhelds!

[@retrotechdad]

😅😅😅 Time to reset my "days since last Anbernic" calendar

[@MrLaserpowered]

Your review is the best I've watched for this device. Great work.

[@retrotechdad]

Thank you for the kind words, I really appreciate it!

[@the_blue_dragon_bd]

we are so close to a ds clone I can taste it

[@retrotechdad]

I need it! 🔥🔥

[@Diabrorojo]

I need you ​@@retrotechdad

[@HylianZero]

There's a 2DS style wedge handheld coming out specifically designed for DS emulation. Can't remember the name off hand, but I know it's not anbernic.

[@canalnintendid]

I've ordered one today, I'm anxious to revive my GBA experience on it

[@JH_On_Lofi]

If Anbernic continues the colne trend, I'll need a exact PSP duplicate with the T620 chipset.

[@strongbad79]

That would be awesome. I put some custom PlayStation buttons in my retroid pocket 4 Pro and I'm using it as a PSP only machine.

[@retrotechdad]

That would be WILD! 🔥🔥

[@albertosaldivar2934]

Psp stick sucks, and a second stick is mandatory for ps2 and gamecube emulation.

[@retrotechdad]

It would be interesting if they did their own take on the analog stick, instead of the nubbin'. 😅😅

[@Pridetoons]

The Allwinner A527 would do it to or me.

[@mattdavis9601]

This was a wonderful review and an interesting teardown too. I really like this 34-XX a lot. The Anbernic engineers knew their assignment and they delivered; just like Rob does with each RTD video. I thought that intro was slickly done.

[@tetra_nel]

Love the detailed teardown! I definitely don't need this, but it hits the nostalgia hard. Hoping they make a transparent fuchsia since that was the color I had growing up and I would love to have an updated version of it.

[@retrotechdad]

I think if this is successful for Anbernic like the SP, they will probably do a second wave with new colors! 🤞🤞 The transparent fuschia is such an awesome GBA color

[@tetra_nel]

@retrotechdad I've seen a lot of love for this device so far so there's hope! 🤞🤞

[@Eragonfrost]

I wish Anbernic would release like 8 colors on launch and not just 4 lol, I would love a white one or transparent white, or blue

[@tetra_nel]

@@Eragonfrost Me too, but at the same time, it gives them a chance to release an improved version alongside new colors lol

[@Eragonfrost]

@@tetra_nel you are right but I can’t wait for improved version I will just buy the green one now lol

[@jyllianrainbow7371]

Great review, I already ordered the red one this morning and I'm glad I did, because it looks so good in this video.

[@retrotechdad]

The red is a beauty in person! 🔥🔥

[@Zeuspwns]

I feel like buying this for my little one to have a similar experience to me growing up with the GBC and only getting an Advance SP much later! Perfect combo with my RP5 too

[@retrotechdad]

That's really cool! 🤗🤗 It's amazing to think where we are today and how awesome this would've been to have back when the GBA released!

[@justaadhdgamerwesley6244]

What games does he play?

[@retrohandhelds]

That intro transition was magical

[@retrotechdad]

NO, YOU'RE MAGICAL! 🤗🤩💜

[@retrohandhelds]

@@retrotechdad 😘

[@metalsquid]

You blew my mind with tate mode 🤯 I never would've thought the start-select buttons would be usable like that! Brilliant. Another reason the AGB-001 form factor is superior to the SP.

[@grayfox_yt]

As someone who bought an rg351p at launch the 34xx is a meaningful upgrade in resolution form factor and the big on, the 351p had no built in wifi. Loved the video ❤

[@cho-v4n]

This hits me right in the nostalgia feels. Great review rob 🙂

[@retrotechdad]

All we need is a worm light 😅😅🤗

[@wopino]

Another freakin awesome vid, this is perfect for those who grew up with the Gameboy Advance! Really cool idea!

[@retrotechdad]

Agreed, I like these Anbernic "clones" and their take on classic handhelds. Thanks for the support as always! 🤗🤗

[@wopino]

@retrotechdad 👊💥

[@wopino]

@retrotechdad I'd be all over another snes clone with a 4" 4x3 oled screen, that would be my perfect retro handheld up thru ps2 and gc

[@turnbasedtoddy7664]

I never realized that the a and b button imprints are not centered on the original game boy advanced.

[@retrotechdad]

Yea, it's a bit weird 😅😅

[@anaska_109]

The best review about rg34xx, I've ordered the new glacier color released few days ago

[@mosheep]

I didn't even notice the X Y buttons until it was pointed out!

[@retrotechdad]

It’s a nice touch, they did a good job on the transparent ones to blend it in. 🙏

[@DanielByon]

Funny enough, seeing the 34XX made me buy an old GBA, new shell and an IPS screen kit 😅

[@suhtangwong]

Wish they made a pro model with dual analogs and stronger processor. But this is still my all time favorite handheld form factor, so much better than sp.

[@egon4564]

The GBA version of Chu Chu rocket is awesome and has a really great puzzle mode.

[@retrotechdad]

YESSS! I almost included it for this video, I was very much on a Sega vibe this time around. 😅🔥🔥

[@chimerschang]

The thing is though, the original version is one of the few Dreamcast games this chipset can emulate perfectly, so you could also run that on this if you wanted. (Another DC game that runs on this near flawlessly is Rayman 2, THAT is gonna be surreal to play in this form factor)

[@splycerrr]

This will be my first anbernic device! Had a hard time picking what color I wanted I went with red green and indigo were close tho! If they can make a DS and a PSP similar device you’ve got me! Ik these devices arguably do the same thing but it’s cool!!

[@Ray3D]

Really happy with the silent LR buttons. Every other device I have used so far has them sounding like someone chewing rocks.

[@retrotechdad]

Yea, it's a nice and welcome change from some other devices I've used this year! 🙏🙏

[@leelee7334]

This is the best book Anbernic ever made

[@thematrix2661]

We would all be happy if it was a ds style reasonable handheld am I wrong?

[@retrotechdad]

Yes, we really need a DS style handheld! 🔥🔥

[@marioneto50]

So you know if original GBA accessories fit on the 34xx case?

[@retrotechdad]

Which accessories are you thinking? For example, protective cases designed for the original GBA will fit the 34XX no problem.

[@X862go]

WAKEUP dad has a new video 📹

[@retrotechdad]

LET'S GOOOO 🔥🔥

[@seethruhead7119]

give me a clone SP with the correct aspect ratio screen....

[@retrotechdad]

It makes you wonder why they didn't just do that to begin with 😅😅

[@cheeto5899]

Thanks for confirming the buttons arent interchangeable with an original GBA. I was really curious about that

[@kendohawj1063]

I wonder does it have a special screen like the original because there one specific game that require the special screen to collect sun light the game is call Boktai The Sun Is in Your Hand

[@mattdavis9601]

mGBA in RetroArch emulates the solar sensor that "Boktai" used. On my Anbernic XX-SP I access it when "Boktai" is running via pressing the Menu Button > Quick Menu > Core Options > Input & Auxillary Devices > Solar Sensor Level. There you're given a choice between eleven levels of "light" from 0 - 10. You're also given an option to use your device's electric eye to automatically adjust the light level like the game did on original hardware, if your handheld is so equipped. These Anbernics don't have one of those sensors; but, most phones and tablets do have one of those sensors.

[@suhtangwong]

GBA that can play mvc2 is a dream come true!

[@Pridetoons]

In the next year I hope we get a 3:2 Anbernic Handheld with Analog Sticks and the Allwinner A527. It should be able to pull off PSP Emulation while looking good at the same time.

[@JarlBarbossa]

Nah. Just get any of the 7 million 16:9 devices

[@Pridetoons]

​@@JarlBarbossa16:9 isn't good for 4:3. Plus it's not a Retro Resolution.

[@JarlBarbossa]

@@Pridetoons psp is 16:9. Learn to read.

[@DeathMetalThrasher]

Now they need to make a DS clone next

[@retrotechdad]

🔥🔥🔥

[@KyuketsukiRei]

The classic DS though. 3DS is so easy to hack it would almost be stupid to do that. Might as well just buy the memory card and hack the counsel.

[@jay63798]

Why isn’t the D Pad centre aligned (like the original)!

[@snekku]

Probably because they were going for the original ergonomics. If they aligned the d-pad and buttons it would push them closer to the edge.

[@retrotechdad]

I'm not sure what you mean? The d-pad is in the same exact location as the original GBA.

[@jay63798]

Ooh I see, it’s the same distance in from the outer edges but because the screen is bigger they are no longer centre aligned horizontally between the screen and the edge of the device

[@segaprophet]

This is probably getting MinUI, right? As far as I know MinUI already supports all the previous "xx" handhelds.

[@retrotechdad]

Yes, very good chance of it happening. It just needs an updated entry for the new screen but otherwise should be good to go! 🙏

[@mykeb1557]

Imagine - a usb C adapter with a small gyroscope sensor & maybe even light sensor of sorts? .. Topsy Turvy & Boktai (I’m aware a patch exists but it’s be nice) rn I have to use 405v for Yoshi. THEN it’d be perfect the RG GBA imo. All my rg35/34XX consoles with wifi ON get hot after a while, I keep off - stays cooler.

[@Oh2x]

nice intro

[@retrotechdad]

Thank you! 🤗🤗

[@iamnotyourbuddyGUY]

My wife been trying to remove my side piece for a while now.

[@retrotechdad]

😅😅 Brilliant

[@TatsuyaWow]

so the sp is 3.5inch so GBA is like 3.4 i think almost the same except the resolution? nice video i prefer the versality of 4:3 but it the best 3:2 device

[@jasminealexander6766]

Does it support bluetooth audio? The thing that stops me from using any handheld is lack of bluetooth support since i really hope to use it exclusively on the train to university with my airpods

[@mattdavis9601]

As far as I know, no Anbernic XX handheld has Bluetooth audio support. I know my XX-SP doesn't. The included Bluetooth transceiver is only for controllers. This only applies to stock firmware. I've read/watched people say that the custom OS devs are either working to enable Bluetooth audio or they've already enabled it. I forget which. So, you might be able to use your AirPods with it when it gets a custom OS, or you might not.

[@smmuny]

I sort of wish there was a 16:9 H700 to push the device and make it a portmaster machine lol

[@retrotechdad]

I think a budget 16:9 H700 would be interesting and a nice change of pace from all of the other forms! 🔥🔥

[@Pridetoons]

I'd prefer a Chipset that's more powerful that Dual Boots into Android and Linux like the Allwinner A527.

[@smmuny]

@ for Anbernic it’s about what’s possible, not preferred 🥲

[@JarlBarbossa]

juts buy a retroid pocket

[@japyoo2248]

Been playing on the ds lite I don't like the dpad is it the same size as gba?

[@thaidenthach9806]

Anbernic: The ppl's champion

[@vilgevorcblack6178]

Sry I don't get it, 351 have bigger and better screen for GBA or not?

[@retrotechdad]

The 351 has a 3.5" screen so it's just slightly larger, but it is a lower resolution display (480 x 320). It can handle 2X integer scaling for GBA. The 34XX has a 3.4" screen with a resolution of 720 x 480, so it can handle 3X integer scaling. They're both very nice for GBA and if you have a RG351P, it's a little bit less interesting unless you really like the look of the 34XX.

[@Alexander-ix2jp]

I really like this. Do you like to eat salads?

[@glovedcop69]

I cant wait to buy one from aliexpress at 40$ less than it's initial price 😅

[@killzoneliberation]

Hey, I own the same scale from Amazon.

[@MKc-dv8xt]

Always be careful when tearing down a side piece...

[@retrotechdad]

😅😅I love it

[@haruhipalomo4636]

Only reason I'm not buying is because I saw a gba shell I want, welp looks like I'm gonna have to mod it (would have been cheaper to buy this instead.......)

[@bhirawamaylana466]

its will be funny if whoever make R36s will make R34s using this form factor for half the price.

[@retrotechdad]

😅😅They've done so many at this point, it wouldn't surprise me at all.

[@GameCorner33]

It just needs a link cable

[@jinstinky501]

Anbernic goes advance, not advanced. Is that GBA micro from the intro even yours? :)

[@retrotechdad]

??? The GBA Micro is seen throughout this video and in many prior videos of mine. My channel's logo is inspired by that handheld.