RP4 Pro vs RG556: Battle of the $200-ish Handhelds! | Zu Reviews

[@retrohandhelds]

Which one of these will you be picking up? Maybe you're opting for something more powerful? Let us know in the comments!

[@Pridetoons]

RG556 because it feels better in the hands and I don't like Retroid products.

[@triniking1234]

@@PridetoonsI like the Switch Lite look of the Pocket 3 and 4 but what's wrong with them?

[@McSmeecherson]

Minor correction but RP4 Pro can do 1080p out of USBC as well, regular Pro cam only do the HDMI

[@iamnotyourbuddyGUY]

neither

[@Pridetoons]

@@triniking1234 Non-existent Ergonomics just like the Nintendo Switch.

[@u-cos]

I went with the RG556. The extra screen real estate will be great for game streaming.

[@bdanka50]

The Retroid 3+ seemed to be the PERFECT handheld for me when it was released...but after spending time with it, the screen is too small and it's not ergonomical enough for me. I much prefer a 6" screen and handle grips like the 556 and Odin 2. Even the Odin 1/Pro/Lite were too "thin" for comfort. I'd do the 556 over the RP4 all day, and if you're spending this much might as well go for the Odin 2 ✔✔

[@suhtangwong]

That's an extra $100+ 🤔 might as well go more and get steam deck lol

[@lowlifeNPC]

🤡

[@williammiller3277]

@suhtangwong not if you want something even close to portable. Not always about the $$$ and raw power.

[@suhtangwong]

@@williammiller3277 so just get the rp4 pro, win win ♥

[@williammiller3277]

@@suhtangwong im happy with my Odin 2

[@crystal_is_cozy]

Great video! I have an RP3+ and hardly use it because of the ergonomics. The RG556 looks pretty snazzy for the price.

[@DimitrisDr3am]

Why not pick up the grips?

[@crystal_is_cozy]

@@DimitrisDr3am I did, but the original grip makes it pretty awkward to fit into pockets/my small handbag. I’ve got a 3D printed one that is a lot better now, but I still prefer the trigger buttons on the rp2s to the stiff ones of the rp3+

[@williammiller3277]

​@crystal_is_cozy then wouldnt the perma grips on the 556 always give you that same problem but worse since you cannot remove them? From reviews Ive seen the triggers on the 556 are hella stiff if you dont like stiff triggers.

[@crystal_is_cozy]

@@williammiller3277 oh, that’s actually something I didn’t notice in the reviews, thanks for pointing that out. Yeah, if the triggers are stiff in the 556, I’ll probably pass. Also, my sister just ordered me an Odin 2 Pro a thank you gift, so I probably don’t need one 😝 And yeah, I don’t think the 556 would be a pocket device for me, more of a lounging device. So the size with its perma-grip would be less of an issue, whereas I bought the rp3+ intending to have it live in my very tiny hip bag, so size is more of a concern. I have the RP2S now which I adore for that purpose.

[@williammiller3277]

@crystal_is_cozy ive been holding onto my analogue pocket but thinking I will sell it and the dock and get an odin 2 as well so cant argue with your sisters choice. If she wants to thank me as well I can give you my shipping address. My 3 kids have rp3, a rp3+, and retroid flip respectively so was leaning toward rp4 originally but odin 2 I think it is.

[@mellowtube]

I have the Retroid pocket 4 pro, and grips. Could not be happier. I hook it up to my TV, and play all my games with Bluetooth controllers. It's so cool that it can act like a console.

[@B3nG420]

Rg556 for streaming must be Heavenly

[@glennshoemake4200]

I'm not a professional retrogamer, so i will get the RG556.

[@shto4782]

Don't

[@Bidwellz9]

@@shto4782 lol so we should all cancel preorder ?? Reasons??

[@shto4782]

@@Bidwellz9 plenty. Controls, size, messy android experience, chipset. I can go on. Just gonna say that rp4 pro is better

[@pjvlogs5282]

All should cancel and buy odin pro, believe me

[@pjvlogs5282]

Rp4 pro is the buggiest and very slow at ps2 wii games and there is an issue with the screen it ghosting every single time and r1 button gonna be broken within 1 month, (my personal experience) and odin pro is way better! Audio display and more,

[@BoKnowsGaming]

I think that was a fair and astute assessment. Two thumbs up. Unfortunately, I still can't decide which one I'd rather buy. 😂

[@gutyourtrust]

Trick question: save an extra month and go Odin 2. Best of both worlds

[@BoKnowsGaming]

@@gutyourtrust Believe me. I've been looking at that one and thinking the same thing too.

[@dank4815]

I'm getting the rg556 simply down to ergonomics and screen.

[@OzymandiasWasRight]

Handheld prices are hard to estimate. The RG556 and RP4 are both in the $200 'range' but overall expect to pay more for the RP4. In my case the difference was substantial. I got my 256 gb RG556 for $182. I couldnt find a RP4 for under $250 (from Retroids site). Im including taxes and shipping so the Retroid price isnt exact. If you want the RP4 quickly expect to pay even more. Some Aliexpress listings start at $220 and easily reach the $300 mark. I think you get 'more' with the RP4, but an OLED screen +$80 savings was an easy choice. Actually thats a lie i still spent a week going back and forth. Im happy with my choice tho.

[@GetOffMyyLawn]

I picked up the RP4Pro on preorder... no regerts! I have also recently discovered the joys of a Galaxy Tab S7+ for emulation. If I want to carry something in a bag... the tablet, and some 8bitdo controllers is off the charts... amoled, hi res, super fast, and surprisingly useful for things other than retro gaming.

[@Cyko..]

For me personally I like a dedicated handheld. I have an iPhone with RetroArch and PPSSPP on it and it can do God of War for the PSP at 6x resolution and maintain 60 fps no problem. The issue I have is when I connect the Backbone controller it becomes a pretty long device (phone by itself is 6.5 inches long, with Backbone connected it becomes 10 inches long), not exactly portable at that point. Even with baggy sweatpants on it still sticks out of the pocket a bit.

[@darkridearts]

Does the S7+ do PSP and PS2? I wanna replay Jak X, Motorstorm Arctic Edge, and the other Jak n Daxter games

[@GetOffMyyLawn]

@deakridearts PSP, GameCube, Saturn and Dreamcast are no problem. Have not tried Wii or PS2 yet. ETA Prime has a review on his channel from a few years back.

[@dragon2knight]

Agreed on the outcome. They don't cost the same, they aren't designed to do the same thing, and they took totally different approaches to their respective handhelds. Ones ergonomics and perfect screen/size, the others power at all costs, including lousy ergonomics--but power! If you hate compromise, save your pennies and buy an Odin 2. I myself am old, have not the greatest eyesight anymore, and comfort is a must as I cramped up a ton whilst using my hand me down (from a friend) RP3+. I should also note that said RP3 needed a trigger button not once, but twice. Not good Retroid, not good at all that that wasn't addressed on the RP4. So the RP4 Pro, power and all, was never even a consideration to me personally. I'm very happy Anbernic took the approach they did with the 556, it's really just perfect for me all told. I can easily deal with playing at 1.5X, heck I even prefer playing at 1X because I actually like the games I'm playing looking like the way I remember playing them back in the day, blocks and all. To each their own on that one. Good review Zu!

[@chemicalburrito782]

The way it looks to me is that because of the better chip more games will run "well" on the RP4Pro, but if the game you want to play will run at reasonable speed on the RG556, you'd probably enjoy playing it more on the RG556 due to the better screen and ergonomics. But yes ... those of us who started gaming in the age of Pong like our big screens.

[@Loknath009]

Odin 2 is waaay more expensive, specially if you don’t live in the US, I have to pay about $500 with taxes and shipping to Europe, making it a complete waste of money, just get a Steam deck in that case.

[@alexwilliams4337]

Already have my Anbernic pre ordered.

[@RGB-Gamer]

The only benefit of the RP4 Pro is a little bit more performance?? No thank you and go for the RG556😅

[@rudedee366]

I bought the 556 due to the bigger oled screen and ergonomics.

[@ZangetsuBrian]

i use to have a rp3+ but I gave it to a friend in need. The reason I gave it up was because the screen was too small. If I were to choose between rp4 and 556 i would choose 556 because of my aging old eyesight.

[@zeekmchole1382]

I bought RP4 pro because of its pocketability and performance. If I will go to a bigger handheld, I will save my money for Odin 2 base model. Steam Deck is a good option too if the idea is I will only use it inside my house. Really can't consider RG556 right now because of its chip, software, and controls. Let see next month, what new device Anbernic will release.

[@williamegan6756]

Great review Zu, and as a fan of both these devices, I think you were being more than fair about their respective strengths and weaknesses. You’ll likely not please the stans on both sides, but never mind: you speaketh the truth!

[@strongbad79]

I already have a steamdeck oled and an odin 2 Pro. I bought the retroid pocket 4 Pro because I wanted something smaller and portable than I could travel with. I don't like traveling with a lot of stuff or with a lot of heavy items. Plus if something were to happen to it like getting lost or stolen, $200 is way easier to replace than $400-$550.

[@3lrich]

Thanks for another honest review Zu. I prefer odin2 still and saving up until the day I can cash in my Odin 2

[@scoobiedude]

Yoo more 556 content LFG 🔥

[@shto4782]

Rp4 blows it. Im biggest 556 hater btw

[@scoobiedude]

@@shto4782 why

[@shto4782]

@@scoobiedude because, why do you want something with 💩 controls? Look at those sticks they are a mess. The screen is good, and thats about it. Also android is not nearly as clean as on rp4 pro. Make your choice buddy

[@scoobiedude]

@@shto4782 that 1080 OLED tho. Little jealous? And it’s bigger, maaaan that’s gonna be nice to play on

[@shto4782]

@@scoobiedude 1080 on such a small screen and weak chipset, no thank you. 750p on rp4 pro looks great, i see no pixels. This devices are just a cheap phone with built in controls bro, there is no jealousy. Im just pointing what device is worth buying

[@brandongabel]

Very solid review! For me, the main thing that matters when comparing these two is that one fits in my pocket while the other doesn’t. I purchased the RP4P so I can play at work or when I’m out and know I’ll be stuck somewhere. If I’m home or on a longer vacation or whatever, I’ll play my Steam Deck OLED for more power, ergonomic comfort, and the better screen. Use cases vary from person to person though, I totally get that, but I feel better knowing I have the least amount of devices that cover the most ground as possible.

[@alibabaschultz352]

@@brandongabel Why not just stick to a small budget system then? 2D games are great for that. 3D games really need a bigger screen and comfort.

[@o.g.awe3785]

You can’t beat the screen 📺 n the 556. I was going to buy a switch but after seeing this was coming out I dropped that idea. The 556 plays everything the other does for the most part. It feels good and looks good. After setting it up with ES-DE and setting ES as my start system it work great. It feels like a console. I’ve been using it everyday. Even connecting it to my tv and a Bluetooth controller.

[@mattdavis9601]

Question: There is a third mid range contender, the original AYN Odin Pro is currently $199 + shipping from AYN's own store. For me that equals $224 US, which is on par with the Pocket 4 Pro. On paper the old but still lionhearted SD845 in the Odin doesn't benchmark nearly as well as the D1100 in Retroid and, if I'm remembering Aish's chart correctly, slightly trails the Unisoc Tiger 820 in the RG556. However; benchmarks are like BMI, they often don't tell the whole story. It's common knowledge that Qualcomm has some special sauce that makes their chips preferred by the emulation community and emulator developers. Now I've finally gotten to the question... In the real world is the Odin 1 Pro a viable alternative to these two at its new lower price? If the Tooth Fairy dropped $250 on my lap to make up for stealing all my teeth when I was a youth then I'm Team Anbernic all day, every day. $180 out the door for all it offers is a steal, and it seems powerful enough to run everything I want while being Goldielocks sized. The Pocket 4 Pro at the moment is just too flawed for the price it commands. However, the Odin 1 Pro is kind of tempting at 4 Pro prices. I thought this was another great review/comparo. Then again, has Zu ever not put out a great quality content? The man is as consistently good as the Toyota Land Cruiser factory.

[@OzymandiasWasRight]

I remember getting the RP2 and a 351P. On paper they were comparable but i found myself using the 351P every single time. RP2 took 30 seconds to boot up and i felt like i was always messing with the settings, and various games just wouldnt run as expected. I just got a 35XX H and i love it. Anbernics never let me down.

[@steveprileszky7840]

About the only thing you didn't mention is the fact that it'd be way easy to throw an RP4 Pro in a pocket/bag... right?

[@davidsapir3764]

I just need my handheld to play retro games and GooglePlay games. Started looking for an upgrade to my cherished but dated GPD XD+. Wanted to keep it around $250 or so. After much nerding out to a ton of content on both the Retroid Pocket 4 Pro and Anbernic GR 556 and several others, I went with the black RG 556 for a few reasons. Both are bangers, with the Retroid having better thumbsticks, better PS2 emulation and more speed under the hood. But for me personally the 556 is the perfect size and weight for a handheld; not too big, not too small, not too heavy, not too light, but just right. The price to power ratio is insane. It's ultra comfortable in hand and I really prefer its overall ergonomics and control layout. I love its larger OLED screen. It delivers truly stunning visuals. I have no doubt a firmware update or some other option will unlock even better PS2 emulation on the 556, which it already does pretty well as is. But there's no update that can increase the size and picture quality of the Retroid's screen. The 556 does absolutely everything I want it to and more. I can't get over how much bang you get for the buck.Honestly I can't love this thing enough.

[@teddi_tqt]

Great review. I think this is one of the best comparison videos of these two. If you apply the official RP4P grip on it, will it have similar ergonomics to the 556? Thanks.

[@jinstinky501]

Love my rp3+ so much. Not sure if I should get rp4pro or wait for the rp5.

[@Dr.D00p]

People need to stop expecting perfect PS2 & Gamecube performance for $200. It's not happening in 2024. If you want that from an Android handheld then you have to go big with the Odin 2. End of story.

[@seethruhead7119]

just get a SD oled at that point

[@retrohandhelds]

That's why the power to price of the RP4 Pro is in a weird spot for me. Like, it's more powerful, but you're also starting to approach lower end Odin 2 pricing.

[@Pridetoons]

Amen! 🙏

[@hull4bal00]

@@seethruhead7119 he said "Android Handheld"

[@Maxx134a]

The goal "should" be full PS2 performance at $200 price point. 🙃 First one to reach this goal will snag the majority of the market.

[@No1BRC]

from what I've heard the rg556 plays any popular ps2 game well, that's all I'd want. That in addition to the screen makes it my favorite.

[@DribbleP]

I just bought the rg556 for the screen and better control placement I will delete all the emulators and install upto date ones with a fee tweaks I've seen people do you can get better performance compared to the out the box experience

[@TheTechUpdate-ui1fh]

Awesome video, loved the side by side gaming comparison. It really answered some questions for me. Very torn between these 2 though. Love the performance and pocketability of the RP4 Pro but man of man that oled screen on the 556 is a beauty.

[@Cyko..]

Fantastic video and just what I was looking for! Thank you for making this! I don't know if it was an optical illusion to me or what but when you pressed down on the analog triggers a few times 1:28 looked like they wiggled quite a bit on the RP4+. I'd prefer no wiggling, just in or not in. If they are wiggling that much then I wonder if that's why people were saying the springs in the R2 button were dislodging?

[@CHICKENmcNUGGIESMydude]

true i herd retro has alot of quality problems with broken sticks and trigger buttons

[@ben-tendo]

Cheaper for an OLED screen, grips, hall effect sticks, analogue shoulder buttons, better battery... to me it's a no brainer.

[@DimitrisDr3am]

The rp4 pro outputs 1080p via the USB c (as well as 720p via mini HDMI)

[@smileandlaughs]

This is the most accurate view of the ice blue color I've seen so far.

[@retrohandhelds]

I white balance my videos! 😁

[@Oddoad6001]

I second this. To me its gorgeous especially housed with the black grip, it honestly brings joy to me when using. But every other video showing it off doesnt look the same as in RL.

[@mellowtube]

I stream my Xbox to my retroid pocket 4 pro. Plus it has cloud gaming with Xbox gamepass ultimate.

[@WreckerALeX]

The retroid is $10 more idk what to get...on your switch video that was double the fps! 556 still has 1080p oled vs 720p IPS...

[@smokeymanson2191]

The anbernic added over 40 dollars in taxes at checkout to ship to the uk which put it over 200 dollar mark, put me off and ordered the rp4 pro instead.

[@retrohandhelds]

Too late now, but I've heard that GoGameGeek is a decent UK option from a couple of guys on the discord.

[@suhtangwong]

You won't regret! Rp4 ftw

[@RetroDaddyPH]

With years of experience you would think Anbernic already knew what they were doing, but nope. They just make totally nonesense decisions and sprinkle them to all of their devices. This time, it's the material used for the shell. It's an absolute fingerprint magnet, and feels a class below their recent handhelds. Honestly, this would be in the same tier as older powkiddy devices in terms of plastic quality. I still love my 556, and glad I got the blue one. This black one looks yucky to me, even more when I use it probably, because I have sweaty hands all the time.

[@retrohandhelds]

I agree, but the fingerprints are only a issue when I use the 556 for Game of the Month and forget to wipe it off before I take my credits picture! - Zu

[@RetroDaddyPH]

That's good to know! Happy Gaming!@@retrohandhelds

[@deathtollwrx]

If only the RP4PRO had a max version with a larger screen. It's too powerful for that tiny screen. I ordered an RG556 when it came in it had a bad thumbstick. We need the RP4PRO power in an RG556.

[@caliguy44]

I skipped the $200 mark and went odin 2 this year. Man love the odin 2!

[@suhtangwong]

Why not go bit more for steam deck? 🤔

[@steelzepplin2012]

you wont regret it, even the base model is all you need

[@Oddoad6001]

Felt like the comparison between the pro and 556 was unwarranted, as it should have been a comparison between the RP4 vs the 556 instead. Also if the ergonomics was such a deciding factor I would have also actually preferred you to show and use the grip to compare the differences rather then just saying you would want one. A lot of people enjoy having optional addons rather then being forced to use the built in ergonomics that anbernic forces. Given ergonomics being interchangable this review really comes down to Screen vs performance vs price vs X factor (What games you want to play, how you want to use your device.). This didnt even delve into pocketability use cases. My RP4P w/grip fits in my jacket pocket. Making it more portable then a bigger device would be, thus more usable for my use cases.

[@Geektoid]

Every single reviewer has moaned about no grips on the Retroid Pro 4. I've had mine for like a month no, and I haven't dropped it once. It feels almost like a Switch lite...or a regular ass Switch, just smaller. Correct me if I'm wrong, but why is this an issue when we grew up with handhelds that didn't have grips at all. Gameboy, Game Gear, GBA, DS, PSP, Vita...NO GRIPS! Not a single one of them had grips. What gives? Why is that, all of a sudden such a feature for you to have now? You got chubby ass fingers? You oil them up regularly? How did you drop your handheld so often when I haven't once? I don't get it bro, I don't get it at all. And I don't get other reviews like Retro Game Corps, and Gamer Dad saying the same exact things...Am I out of touch???

[@retrohandhelds]

HEY! YOU PUT SOME RESPECT ONTO GAMER DAD'S NAME!

[@ColinRowlands]

If you go back far enough, a controller was just a rectangle, ergonomics have moved on from those days and while regularly dropping a device does seem odd, better ergo also results in a device being more comfortable to hold over a longer period than one without it.

[@Oddoad6001]

I agree with this take, but more importantly, why are removable grips hated so? Heres the thing, I like having more options then being force fed whatever you want. I would rather have the option of grips, then be forced to use one that may not make the device comfy for me. I think that is also less talked about. Yes, I have a grip on my RP4P, and its still fits in my jacket pocket, it doesnt make it less portable for MY use case. but if it did, having the option to remove the grip is nice too. Yet "It needs grips" is commonly used as an excuse to trash a device. If ergonomics are important to "Your" Usability use case, then the RP4P has that option for you. If pocketability is more your use case, then the RP4P has that for you. But thats always dismissed as a downside in these videos. Makes no sense. Thats an upside!

[@suhtangwong]

Yeah agreed, everyone loves the switch form factor, but hates rp3-4 form factor... It's about the same thing 🤦🏼‍♂️ does that mean everyone hates switch, psp, ps vita, ds, ds lite, dsi, 3ds, 2ds, gba, gb, gbc, gb micro, gb pocket, almost every smart phone, tablet, etc? 🤔

[@Watamel0n]

I was almost put off buying the rp4 pro, because everyone was complaining about the ergonomy. I was curious what people said about the vita, because I use this device even today. It is very comfortable to me, but guess what I found? People complaining about cramped fingers :D I have big hands, therfore I seriously don't know what the problem is :D I want to know how the ergonomy of the rp4 pro compares to the vita. I bet it's not very different and therefore it will be no problem for me.

[@docdenchannel3650]

Hi, because this review i just pre ordered rg556 from link in description.. got $170 free shipping from the code

[@retrohandhelds]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@noel84b]

What’s better RP4pro, Odin Lite, or RG 556??? Since Odin lite is around the 200 range too

[@michael-lm6yb]

Isn't the odin 2 light 299? I'm from Canada and looking for something 300 and under for a console with Shipping

[@superanimator5130]

@@michael-lm6yb he is speaking about the odin 1 lite

[@MyZimeCharts]

With some tweaks super mario wonder can be played fine on the rp4 pro in 30-40fps

[@oneway23]

Great review Zu. Very fair. As others have said, still undecided which way to go. Let me put the question like this: If I don't care about 2-3x upscaling, will the 556 play the PS2 library at 1x? I know you said yes, but, I wish reviewers would play more of these games at 1x for longer.

[@retrohandhelds]

Gimme some hard to run PS2 games you're thinking of and I'll see what the 556 can do!

[@oneway23]

@@retrohandhelds that sounds great, I really appreciate it! I'm sort of a nerd for wrestling games. Do you have Here Comes the Pain that you'd be able to run? Maybe a FIFA game? I don't want to be too picky, I just want to make sure that the Anbernic will at least run 95% of the PS2 library at 1x. Thank you!

[@5temba]

Have you or anyone else you tried sports games, like Cricket 19 (switch emulation) or Don Bradman Cricket 14 (PC emulation) on either? I'd really appreciate it man. I have the RG556 on the way, being new to handheld emulation. I figure PS 2 emulation of Cricket 07 would be pretty solid, given other PS 2 titles run well. But I'd like to one day try something from the 2010s through whichever emulator/system it would work with.

[@kostassti]

Many youtubers the last few days decided to do the same "battle" between these particular handhelds and all of them, found that the 556 is the best proposition! What a "coincidence" 😂😂😂

[@retrohandhelds]

Use them both and then you decide

[@kostassti]

@@retrohandhelds obviously. But we are not talking about me.

[@retrohandhelds]

@kostassti yes, we are currently discussing your conspiracy theories. Making videos wouldn't be very much fun if we were being told what to do. Anbernic asks for fair and honest feedback, the same as Retroid. They send devices for review, we review them, that is the extent of it.

[@kostassti]

@@retrohandhelds conspiracy theories are for flat earthers. We are talking about your bad performance to actress. Also, if you want to be a public person, you must be ready for negative reviews.

[@suhtangwong]

It's funny I never hear anyone complain about switch form factor, but that's what the rp4 replicates and everyone complains about it 🤔

[@zu_perler3011]

I mean, there's a big secondary market for switch grips, but okay.

[@suhtangwong]

@@zu_perler3011 the rp4 has 1st market for grip, so okay ♥

[@suhtangwong]

Rp4 pro ftw! The grip helps so much more.

[@megaloth1955]

Why would I need a chunky, almost un-pocketable, retro handheld? If I wanted a "full-sized" handheld, I'd go for one of the Windows-based ones, or a even Steam Deck. The whole point of a retro handheld for me is the readily available, in-and-out-of-pocket, 15-30 minutes break at the doctor's office or waiting for my flight. These are old games, I can't play them for hours at a time. Not these days, anyway. The RP4 is more in that area, although I would rather prefer something like the Flip for that purpose.

[@chadguts600]

I really love both. After all those retro devices , one thing I always remind myself is Do you need PS2 emulation actually? Buy a cheap Snapdragon android phone ,upscale & use Gamesir x2 pro or something like that. Do you need PS1 emulation & below ? Just fine with a 35xx plus or H. At this moment , we just need to wait for a better device since it is early 2024.

[@Pridetoons]

If using a phone for gaming is good enough for you then use a phone for gaming. However most of us in this community don't like gaming on phones.

[@iamnotyourbuddyGUY]

One of two things need to happen for me to buy one of these. Retroid needs to use a better screen or Anbernic needs to use a higher end SOC. Once one of those conditions are meant. I will buy one. Both are very flawed to me right not. No, I don't believe Gamma will be able to save Anbernic this time with newer drivers. The gap is a little too much.

[@kuyavalcrist1736]

In the Philippines, RG556 is being sold at $330. Way more expensive

[@retrohandhelds]

Daaaaaaaaang!

[@emilsanchez8923]

3.3 sale sa shopee 9.5k nalang almost 172usd. base model

[@kuyavalcrist1736]

@@emilsanchez8923 gusto ko bumili pero sana sa oras na yun eh magmura na. Eguls eh laki ng tubo.

[@Pliskins024]

Save a bit more and get the odin 2 for best experience.

[@stevet7068]

I cant play with the ps5 Controller on the rp4. They have a Problem to gegister the Sticks.

[@B3nG420]

great review

[@christianguevara6459]

Just ordered an rg556 from anbernic but I bought an sd card with games preinstalled from Etsy .. does this mean once I put my sd card into the console will it be ready to play? Or do I need to do something?

[@MrKoritime]

Where's the best place to order rp pro because 15 to 60 day delivery is bogus

[@retrohandhelds]

Here's their Amazon shop, but still a decent 15 day lead time (not 60 at least!) and upcharge. amzn.to/3vrSzKW

[@DrinkableTrees]

picked up the r4pro didnt know about the rg556 i swear these handhelds be popping out of nowhere lmao got the grip, 512gb sd card and a case been playing all of my old game collections runs all my ps2 games fine! been enjoying ratchet deadlocked on the go lmao

[@retrohandhelds]

Nice! I thinks the hardest part is just picking one that does what you want and then fighting the urge to buy the next best thing. I know a couple people who got a 351V and they're set for life! - Zu

[@DrinkableTrees]

yeah im happy with my choice plus since still android, can run all of my native apps! got genshin to play just the controller is wonky @@retrohandhelds

[@elnoel1220]

Might be a dumb question, but what’s the point playing PS2 games at >1.5x on the RP4P when the screen is only 1.5x of the PS2’s output? Or was you just conducting this test for benchmarking?

[@retrohandhelds]

Benchmarking.

[@chrishong800]

Both are very very very good overall. I choose Odin 2

[@Ivan-hq2zk]

Odin 2 Is on another level,a Beast

[@steelzepplin2012]

Odin 2 is the best

[@ViN1988-m6w]

I just want something with all games on it that are actually retro. I don't know anything about adding games.

[@MegaVSable]

People keep mentioning odin 2 but to me that thing is way too big even bigger than the sw lite. Might as well get the lite for that money on odin 2

[@turismofoegaming8806]

Do these things run the installed games that you can get bundled in say, the 128 GB card, good out of the box with only having to tweak settings? I don’t wanna have to install different operating systems in front ends, and all that if I can avoid it, thanks !

[@pegcity4eva]

Yes

[@FelipeSilva-xo9ro]

Retroid was in high performance mode?

[@retrohandhelds]

Yes

[@James-op3vx]

5:42 That's enough for me, I hate click buttons

[@Loknath009]

Love the review, now for people outside of the US who seem to get free shipping and have nicer taxes policies this all sounds nice, me living in old Germany with my government squeezing every euro in taxes, both come at more or less the same price with shipping and taxes. In that case, what would you recommend?

[@retrohandhelds]

I've seen European people on our Discord mention that the GoGameGeek 556 deal bypasses a lot of the VAT and import duty stuff compared to buying direct or through Ali Express. I can't confirm that since I live in the good ol' US of A, but you might want to try that link and see what sort of savings you might get. It's in the video description.

[@Loknath009]

@@retrohandhelds thanks! I may try that, now if that wouldn’t be the case, do you still think the anbernic is better considering the price being the same?

[@retrohandhelds]

If the price is the same, then you'd really need to consider if you wanted better performance on 6th generation stuff and above or if you wanted a bigger screen on a more comfortable handheld.

[@Loknath009]

@@retrohandhelds thanks man

[@juancollazos196]

You left out a very BIG factor out, and one of the boggest reasons i went with the RP4 and it is pocketability. I wanted something powerful that i could just pocket and the RP4 made it possible. So yeah, BIG reason left out

[@arthurdurham]

If the RP4P had an OLED screen as well, it wouldn't even be a contest imo. There are better ergonomic options than the RG556

[@RetroDaddyPH]

better ergonomic options such as?

[@Veddy74]

I want to see it up against the RP4, not the Pro

[@liango8150]

Ahhh i really want this power on RG405v

[@retrohandhelds]

Give anbernic time. They'll eventually get a 3588 or something in a vertical form factor.

[@liango8150]

@@retrohandhelds i believe that, because i think 405v selling good on market. Feel like kid waiting for xmas gift.

[@TheRomaniGamingCaravan]

Could either of them run Cemu (Wii U) Roms?

[@pegcity4eva]

No

[@chemicalburrito782]

The Retroid's screen is just so ... bad ... for a 2024 gaming device that's supposed to be handling more modern content. (And I know what it looks like in person - I've got an RP3+ with the same screen). I really do think if you care about playing most of this stuff (PS2, Gamecube, Switch) on an Android handheld you should just spend the extra $100 and get the Odin 2 rather than chasing after the goal with two more "okay but not quite good enough" handhelds. Performs better than either and actually has a good quality 1080P screen, too.

[@skycloud4802]

There'll be probably more choice next couple of years.

[@chemicalburrito782]

@@skycloud4802With the way Retroid and Anbernic pump these out, there'll probably be more choice in the next couple of weeks! Although I expect both companies to just put out some different form factors of basically the same thing for a while.

[@EliasPfaiffer]

how to charge the RG556?

[@retrohandhelds]

Usb c cord. I never recommend fast charging with Anbernic stuff though, so any older wall-wart would be fine

[@EliasPfaiffer]

@@retrohandhelds ok, thanks mate!

[@Kusanagi13]

D-pad top 🙃

[@sunnyc2624]

Were both handhelds on high performance mode?

[@sunnyc2624]

How about the Analog sticks on both, which one would you prefer for shooting games?

[@Pridetoons]

@@sunnyc2624 RP4 for Shooters because no Cardinal Snapping. Anbernic NEEDS to fix this issue.

[@retrohandhelds]

Yeppers.

[@retrohandhelds]

My man PrideToons is on point. The 556 sticks aren't great for modern shooters.

[@MsOniHime]

I like the ones that I can grip too

[@suhtangwong]

Rp4 grips

[@FreeFlowBellic]

Lmao no the pocket only lost on screen. It has optional grips and better performance

[@Maxx134a]

Neither one is worthy to buy. Both are frustratingly disappointing... Why?, because the RP4 is too darn small & toyish for higher gaming, and the 556 is so close but simply doesn't have the power for higher gaming to be a keeper, just a giveaway present after you own it, so you realize with both, that you just wasted your money... For $230 I would put up with the current headaches of the GameForce Ace, because it has so much potential.

[@n057828]

Wait 556 v2

[@SurgicalNinja]

I just received mine and ordered it with the 256gb with pre installed games but…. No SD card shows up under storage and when I open an emulator to search for games it says none detected…. Do you think I received a broken SD card or maybe reader is wrong? It is there a step I’m missing?

[@retrohandhelds]

Pop out the SD card and see if it will open on your computer. If it doesn't work with the handheld *or* your computer, I'd reach out to customer service. If it's a defective SD card, they might be able to just ship you a new one right away.

[@SurgicalNinja]

@@retrohandhelds does it insert with the pins facing toward you? I read that in a few posts and that doesn’t seem correct or even like it fits lol. With pins facing away it inserts easily and ejects.

[@jimbo1807821]

Rp4p for me hands down size and performance. Already got a deck and 35xx

[@axe6279]

D pad on top brothers unite! ✊

[@sanderford6760]

hello what is the biggest screen for retro handhelds? thanks

[@suhtangwong]

Ayn neo plus at 15.6"

[@Veddy74]

RP4P w/ Grip $230+

[@suhtangwong]

Rp4p = $200 grip = $15

[@sidsubba1414]

The “ Retroid pocket 4 pro gives you higher end emulation! PlayStation 2 is playable.. that’s more important than ergonomic sand stuff!! Retroid pocket 4 pro within your budget gives you what you’re looking for!!😂😂😂😂

[@ahb12000]

556

[@rodrito75]

Lol You're kidding right? Not even a fair comparison. RP4 every day of the week. The only thing the 556 has going for it is ergonomics and screen. You can watch your PS2 games stuttering and lagging in full HD. And can't fit in your pocket. 😂😂

[@hughjanus5525]

It’s absolutely a fair comparison. I was literally deciding between these two and chose the RG556 exactly for the ergonomics and the screen. This video sealed the deal.

[@jakesmith5278]

There is no comparison. RP4 Pro wins by a mile. RP4 Pro is pocketable and everything works great on it. If you want comfy just buy the grip. If you want even more power for Switch emulation, get Odin 2. There is simply no room for RG556.

[@rorivers180]

Do both have have 8 directional sticks (cardinal directions) or 360 degrees sticks? I felt very bummed when my RG 35xxH only had 8 directional sticks 🥲

[@retrohandhelds]

The 556 has a distinct 8 way snap, but you can still play modern games on it. It's not full N64-tier snapping, it's also not the same as a new Xbox controller either.

[@WARSAW777]

BS "review". Though i get thr point of showong rhe marginal game for the purpose of raw power comparison. The real world experience is much much close. Most PS2 will play flawlessly in the RG556. All gamecube games will play great on both systems. Most wii games will play well in both. The hdmi video outpit is a gimmick since you will end up using a docking station worth 30 bucks rha will wnable controllers. SD card reader, usb dis readers, etc.

[@retrohandhelds]

Thanks for watching!

[@DyerSLiDE]

I'm pretty happy with my RP4 pro but cool to see ambernic came out with something way more ergonomic looking!

[@mitchmitchum6173]

Thank you! I finally made my choice and I think I'll go with the RP4 pro in watermelon red. I was waiting for this kind of comparative video between those two devices to take a decision.

[@retrohandhelds]

You're welcome!

[@hull4bal00]

Price wise, Should be compared to RP4 regular rather than RP4 pro.

[@Guitario666]

True but people will still compare

[@Pridetoons]

NGL upscaling on a Tiny Screen is meaningless.

[@hull4bal00]

@@Pridetoons agree, RP4 pro is unecessary, they should make it bigger to justify it's power.

[@Oddoad6001]

@@hull4bal00 Loses portability though. Which can be a big draw.

[@hull4bal00]

@@Oddoad6001 if you emulate handheld games such as psp, gb, nds then it's perfect, but those system doesn't required powerful hardware. But RP4 pro have enough power to emulate home console which isn't ideal to play on small display, even playing android games is hard.

[@adrian_veidt]

The RP4 pro's only advantage in my eyes are the portability and horsepower The rg556 had a more comfortable feel and better screen. I'm not sure if it had the same list of mechanical failures and shitty QC the rp4 pro have. If it's solid, then it's an insta win in my book. We're paying for a fully operating device. So I don't wanna be stressed and be forced to rip open a brand new device just for repairs and replacement.

[@suhtangwong]

Fully operating device, rp4 pro kills the anbernic

[@williammiller3277]

Everything ive seen says controls on rp4pro are far superior. When theyve hardwired in that isnt nothing at all.

[@Poundmax-ky4hu]

Shoulder buttons break a lot. Seen people have them only a couple of days and already have to send out requests for replacement parts

[@sven1421]

I'll go with the 556.

[@nimbylive]

TIL wait 2-6 months and get the upgrade of the 556 that will inevitability release.

[@CAPMAX_Gaming]

If only PowKiddy's MAX 3 had a better chipset, it could have made this competition a whole lot more interesting.

[@ColinRowlands]

Still early days in the t618 successors, still time for powkiddy to join in, if they can find time between releasing new rk3566 devices.