Discover the NEW 4:3 King: Anbernic RG405M In-depth Review

[@retrohandhelds]

What do you think of the 405M? Is this one you'll be picking up? Update: to set daijisho as your default app go to setting/apps/default apps and change daijisho to the home screen.

[@iamnotyourbuddyGUY]

Too late to the t618 game for me. Just strange build to me.

[@bigemugamer]

Nope, for myself I want a Linux OS option before I even consider a device. give me a RG350P design that can play God of War for PS2 (not the PSP version) at 1x-1.5x resolution at a full 60fps, no tinkering with settings required outside of downloading an updated emulator for it, for no more than $150 and I'll strongly consider it. Also, It's gotta have 2 micro SD slots, HDMI out, stacked shoulder buttons where the R2 & L2 are analogue. Don't get me wrong this device does get some things right, that screen that goes from the top to the bottom with minimal bezel is sweet (unlike the RK2023) also I've been crying to have the start/select and function buttons positioned BELOW the face buttons, analogue sticks and directional pad, this moves the users hands higher on the device allowing your fingers and palm to get more contact with the device thus a more comfortable experience.

[@pinkandbluebloxplayers3320]

I'm not interested to use Daijisho front end I'll be sticking with Anbernic front end as my default front end for my emulators.

[@DJDanceClassic]

Did that, thnks. But now , how do i get back to the home screen if i want to do something in. Android like file browser.

[@jakeliujakeliu]

Love your review, you don’t just talk about good thing about the handheld. But you bring out possible problems, so users can aware the issue.

[@retrohandhelds]

Thanks Jake, that means a lot to hear ❤️

[@rstone3345]

Can you set the RG405's default Home Launcher to be Daijisho so the home button sends you back to Daijisho instead of the default home screen? It should be in the settings under Default Apps or Home Screen settings. I don't have the RG405M so I can't confirm but on my android device that I've modified to be a retro handheld using Daijisho as the frontend it works perfectly. That said, good review! I'm hesitating between this device and the Retroid Pocket 3+ :)!

[@retrohandhelds]

Yes you can! I kept looking in the actual app setting, that worked perfectly thank you.

[@rstone3345]

@@retrohandhelds Awesome! That's good to hear!

[@SWPLGAMING]

I love this device for so many reasons. Awesome video and breakdown 🔥

[@retrohandhelds]

Thank you! -Aish

[@martibanez6320]

hope anbernic releases an RG405M with a Snapdragon Processor, like SD845

[@iamnotyourbuddyGUY]

I want my retro game 4:3 games with a top dpad.

[@retrohandhelds]

Same but i really didn't mind this, it sits a little offset and is comfortable to use. -Aish

[@iamnotyourbuddyGUY]

@@retrohandhelds when will the grips be coming out. I saw no one has had one as a review

[@retrohandhelds]

@@iamnotyourbuddyGUY Haven't heard word on those yet, looking forward to trying out soon though.

[@DJDanceClassic]

No, won’t happen. Anbernic hates people that’s why they won’t do it.

[@jameswiggle]

i had shoulder button issue...i have to buy a new one but i know this time to get the one with the blue shoulder switches

[@zu_perler3011]

Look, it's Ayyyyysh! 🎉

[@thegrumpygamer3081]

I have an RG503 and the one thing I wish Anbernic would change to is stacked shoulder buttons. I am looking at the Retroid Flip now as an upgrade. Good video, liked and subbed.

[@user-ml9zn5ms2z]

I am so happy you test DBZT3. That is the biggest reason I want this handheld!

[@retrohandhelds]

I was surprised by how well it ran, glad the video was helpful 😁 -Aish

[@aldowando]

@@retrohandhelds I was also very surprised about DBZBT3, is it on the PS2 emulator? The framerate looks good, does it remain stable as you play? Btw thanks a lot for the review, it was very in-depth and really enjoyable to watch :-)

[@melvinrivera3197]

THE BEST CONSOLE RG405M OUT THERE TRIED SO MANY ... AND THIS IS ONE OF A KIND 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@rushmore3927]

Nice comparisons! That said, there is not much size difference for 4:3 content compared to the RP3+, but a huge difference for PSP, Wii and WiiWare. There are a lot of games that also play great on the T618. DS also has more space. Factor in the better resolution and shoulder button design, sticking with the RP3+.

[@TeamGun]

rp3+ is a 4/10 for me, I'm ordering the rg405m. rp3+ screen ratio is awful for gamecube/ps2 which is 4:3 640x480 native, the dpad is jacked up and differs from the buttons (tech doesn't match feels weird mush buttons and clicky dpad...the fuck?), plus the rp3+ feels like cheap plastic compared to this.

[@melcrose]

Just found you, GREAT info, GREAT channel, look forward to more rg405m stuff!

[@retrohandhelds]

Glad you enjoyed it! -Aish

[@TheZelda360]

Recently bought the Anbernic RG505 it's fun I'm still trying to get used to it I had it for 3 days

[@turnbasedtoddy7664]

Bro this was a really good review. What emulators did you use for the 3ds and DS?

[@AishTalksTech]

Hi I'm the reviewer in this video, I used drastic for DS and citra MMJ for 3ds.

[@TehAbdullah]

How is this better than 505 when that has amoled with same chip?

[@retrohandhelds]

No black bars for most systems and more comfortable to use, guess it's more of a personal opinion ? -Aish

[@cho-v4n]

Nice, this device looks great. Thanks Aish

[@retrohandhelds]

Thank you i appreciate it!

[@cow8697]

Can you customize the ds layout? I'm still holding on to a nvidia shield portable and I think this might finally be what I upgrade to

[@retrohandhelds]

Yes you resize the screens, overlap and flip using buttons as hot keys. -Aish

[@cow8697]

@@retrohandhelds awesome! Thanks so much

[@cow8697]

@@retrohandhelds hey one more question, when you have it set up as you do with the second screen in the bottom corner, how is the resolution? Is it still legible?

[@retrohandhelds]

@@cow8697 yes but it's hard to interact with, but you can just flip the screens with a hotkey real quick. -Aish

[@nukerecoil]

How do I exit the stock front end

[@theleemanshow]

any help to connect this on TV, I'm having problems

[@retrohandhelds]

It doesn't have video out so you would have to try screen casting, and I wouldn't recommend that for gaming.

[@Backboard_basketballedits]

does it come with games

[@melvinrivera3197]

ONE OF THE BEST DEVICES IN THE MARKET NOW TODAY 2024 THE GR405M HELL OF A MACHINE 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@jeffwertz2953]

Thanks for the video. By default, did the built in system have the correct emulators set up?

[@retrohandhelds]

Yes but older versions. -Aish

[@TieitAndFlyit]

@@retrohandheldshow many did you have to update? Did it do it autonatically?

[@iamnotyourbuddyGUY]

The battery is directly behind the screen?

[@retrohandhelds]

Yes. -Aish

[@darkcase123]

Those shoulder buttons concern me, I really wanted this to play racing games, but with my large hands it looks like it would be very uncomfortable

[@retrohandhelds]

It's not idea but it's not terrible, what i would suggest is to remap the shoulder buttons and set the ones you're going to be using the most to L1R1. Overall it's a great handheld it just has some small flaws. -Aish

[@MisterBrodo]

How were you playing phantom hourglass with the stick?

[@thomaschipman]

he used the key mapper

[@retrohandhelds]

There's a patch for the game that gives you button controls.

[@retrohandhelds]

Nope it's the patched version. -Aish

[@thomaschipman]

@@retrohandhelds cheater! lol. back in my day, we remapped the keys and we liked it that way!

[@Stolastheowl]

I'd love to see AM2R and Spelunky playing on this.

[@vegard2000]

Will this run auto modellista?

[@retrohandhelds]

GameCube version no, PS2 version probably but i haven't tested that game in a while. -Aish

[@jakepypline4770]

Im 40 yrs old and not too tech savy but have just stumbled upon these handheld emulators. Ive purchased a miyoo mini plus and a anbernic rg353v but would like a horizontal handheld to play ps1/ps2 and N64 games.. what would be an easier (ready to go) handheld for these? Im looking at the rg405m or the retroid pocket 3 plus.. also is the stock os (linux/android) ok or should i try and figure out garlic os install? Cheers!!

[@retrohandhelds]

The 405 and rp4+ both run android and it's a good experience overall, if you want mostly 4:3 stuff like N64, PS1 and a decent amount of PS2 then go for the 405m.

[@japanesemickeymouse6694]

it looks like a sony xperia z3 phone with that screen background, witch I used in the early days of emulation on android before we had devices like these

[@maxiynacho]

Maybe you can fix the home button with home button remapper? And set it to launch dajisho

[@retrohandhelds]

I need to keep messing with that, hopefully i can because i would like to just stay on daijisho. -Aish

[@markhead21]

Long Press = Home - Short Press = Back

[@gungravex1988]

I am considering between getting the Rg505 or the 405m. Which one would you recommend?

[@retrohandhelds]

Well depends what you're more interested in playing and if you want to stream games to it. -Aish

[@gungravex1988]

@@retrohandhelds I don't plan on streaming games. I just wanna play some retro games. So which would you recommend?

[@bobrob1825]

Can you play Brutal Doom on the RG405M

[@denodan]

Hands down the rg405m, due to metal case and seems higher quailty build

[@sinisass]

Hi...since I have a 256 GB SD card full of Roms called Roms with the various folders snes nes psp c64, BIOS etc etc ,does the system already recognize them or do I have to scan them? Thank you

[@retrohandhelds]

You have to scan them in each system or front end. -Aish

[@TYMCGOUGH]

Would you say the GC and PS2 emulation is now on par with the retroid pocket 3?

[@retrohandhelds]

Both run the same chip so it's about the same just make sure the emulators are updated and adjust settings accordingly. -Aish

[@izzynobre]

Could this be THE portable holy grail...?

[@retrohandhelds]

It's so close really checks off a lot of boxes. -Aish

[@guest21984]

Nice review, how does Saturn run?

[@retrohandhelds]

Thank you! It runs great it's just a system I'm not too familiar with, but I did show some Saturn games running in my 505 showcase video and they were all running great.

[@guest21984]

@@retrohandhelds thanks, a tempting purchase but at 4.5x the cost of a rg35xx

[@mehmetcan6550]

I have 353v. Arcade retro games are important to me but I also love ps2 football games. Is it worth upgrading to the 405m console?

[@retrohandhelds]

I'm not sure how well PS2 football games will run but this is definitely a step up from the 353 line in every way. -Aish

[@mehmetcan6550]

@@retrohandhelds thank you

[@halsten8330]

I want to get this so bad but I really wanted HDMI out.

[@richardwinsonRC]

You can cast it to the TV if that's what you are after?

[@halsten8330]

@@richardwinsonRC I wanted the option to connect it to my 27” monitor though.

[@jowartube]

dia immortal working on it?

[@retrohandhelds]

Im sorry I'm not really sure what you mean. -Aish

[@jowartube]

diablo immortal the game u had it on your device in the video, is it working on the 405?

[@GarethFreshwater]

I've already got mine arriving in the post, but watching you mess about with your grip to use the L and R buttons has got me worried. Is it really that bad??

[@retrohandhelds]

It's not terrible but it's not ideal you end up using the last knuckle of your finger to press L2R2, it wasn't something that would stop me from recommending it it's just something i hope they fix in the next handheld. Really only a problem with PS2 since GameCube you can just use l1r1. -Aish

[@GarethFreshwater]

@@retrohandhelds Thanks for the reply. As long as it's not a deal breaker then that's all I need to know. Keep up the good work 👍🏻

[@ernestogueverra6355]

The volume is super low

[@Sammy10100]

Does this come with a micro SD card of roms

[@retrohandhelds]

It does but as always we recommend using your own games. -Aish

[@REVOLVERE]

Does anyone know if it would be possible to transfer game saves/states from the RG35XX to the 405m?

[@retrohandhelds]

For RetroArch it should work just drop them in the correct folder. -Aish

[@REVOLVERE]

@@retrohandhelds Awesome! Thank you for taking the time to respond.

[@retrohandhelds]

@@REVOLVERE of course always happy to help! -Aish

[@TalesFromTheSilvermoonTavern]

Does it run steam games?

[@retrohandhelds]

No but you can stream them. -Aish

[@melissamichel5594]

Excelente video 👌🏻

[@StubbsStuff]

That sultry ASMR Aish goodness

[@retrohandhelds]

Rawr?... -Aish

[@pakunodapavlovic]

Looks like Retroid took offense when you named rg405m the "4:3 King". They're now making the Pocket 2S.

[@retrohandhelds]

😂 we're looking forward to that one

[@DarrinsDen2023]

Looks cool, however my RG351V plays pretty much everything i like. Though I would like some of the extra systems this one can emulate at $235 Canadian it's a pass..

[@retrohandhelds]

Yeah the price is a little high, the 351v is a great handheld so maybe wait and see if we get a plastic version or look at the rg505. -Aish

[@bcuphunk]

the shoulder buttons are the only thing i dislike about this device

[@retrohandhelds]

I'm using some stacked 3d printed ones now and it's a huge improvement. -Aish

[@PhenMr]

Kinda sucks on many levels i think the previous version the RG553m is still better with there screen size and software than. Better not in performance just like you said it's playable till N64 with that windmaker ofc and some other high end game's. Awesome review!! I like the console button layout and the fit like you said it's playable till a level

[@retrohandhelds]

Glad you enjoyed the review, for unfortunately i never got the 353m but from what I've been told it's a great handheld. The 405 is a step in the right direction and i hope the next one improves on its flaws. -Aish

[@hugotipple]

It would be my ultimate retro device if was linux based instead of android

[@retrohandhelds]

Wait a little longer for garlicOS 2.0 to get better and you should be set. -Aish

[@hugotipple]

@@retrohandhelds yeah, I believe so. I need a convincing frontend. Simples to use that looks like a gaming console from the start and not a smartphone. Beautifil box art, demo videos and such. That would be great. I'd gladly ditch my RG351MP

[@originalclassics]

ill wait until this goes down to $120

[@retrohandhelds]

That might be a while 😂

[@jordipages1006]

Gracias

[@retrohandhelds]

A ti por ver el vídeo! -Aish

[@zeframmann1641]

I don't know why companies insist on using the X-Box style button layout for a system designed to play games before X-Box existed.

[@Mynameizntimportant]

Odin lite$$

[@iamCifu]

The volume on the video is low. I switched to another video after this one, and got my ears blasted.

[@retrohandhelds]

I'm sorry it sounded fine in editing but I'll be much more diligent about that next time 😞. -Aish

[@CuriousTinkering]

booger in the analog stick

[@retrohandhelds]

Not a booger but yeah i messed that up 😂 -Aish

[@denodan]

I prefer the RG 503M, Because it's better quailty, no stick drift every. The retro pocket 3 plus, no magnetic sticks and plastic so don't like the cheaper build

[@admirmujkanovic5174]

Garbage plastic toys..with small screen.

[@bobrob1825]

This one is metal. Fits in my pocket like a true handheld. Go back to your clunky noisy surfboard wannabee handheld. 😆