Retroid Pocket 4 Pro DOES IT ALL (3 Months Later Review)

[@TechDweeb]

Does it tell me I'm special and that I'm not a failure? No. So it doesn't do it all then, does it? No it doesn't. Fake title fake video fake Adin

[@STR82DVD]

LMAO. You don't need a machine for that young lad, just a Mom.

[@adinwalls]

Er… yes Mr Dweeb you got me. But I do tell you you’re special everyday and I KNOW your mom puts little notes in your sandwiches to tell you you’re a big success.

[@viruscure4677]

Hey hey hey, y'all get along now 😅

[@breaddev1522]

Balls

[@robras2850]

It’s android 13, it could tell you that you’re special if you wanted it too 🤷‍♂️

[@AngelGodinez]

I dont often comment on any video but I just wanted to say you are so good as a reviewer. So articulate and natural thoughts. I would like to watch more of you so I suscribed.

[@adinwalls]

I appreciate that! Such an encouraging comment.

[@Greg_Huff]

I absolutely love mine. I ordered it with the grips. They didn't send the grips AND they sent the wrong color and I still can't be mad. This device is absolutely amazing for ps2 and GC. Plus many many others.

[@lilluckypit]

dope! I know I love mine, I lost a thumb grip but still going strong.

[@Evergreen085]

I love my Retroid Pocket 4 Pro. Fast shipping. Loaded 1 TB of roms and couldn't be happier. I don't give a shit about OLED screens. I wanted a smaller compact system that played PS2 games and I got it. This system kicks ass.

[@adinwalls]

Hehe short and sweet. Glad you’re happy.

[@driftitlikeyouownit]

Same here

[@cosmicgamingunlimited]

I love my RG556 for ergonomics. That mattered most for me. I don’t need pocketable devices.

[@elmonoretrogamer4380]

La pantalla del 3 plus es mucho mejor

[@ZachBryant]

Does it come with ps2 games already on it? I wanna buy one but I dk much about the emulator world.

[@BlazeHN]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="920">15:20</a> Loved the way you handled that part there, feelt very spontaneous and geniune (even funny), keep up the good work! 👍🏻

[@adinwalls]

Hehe thanks man

[@matt_HM]

New video day!! Loved the surprise interruptions!

[@adinwalls]

Hello, sir!

[@FabuBrik]

That retrobreeze transition was incredible. 😂

[@adinwalls]

Thank you. I had a good laugh. Not everyone gets our banter.

[@STR82DVD]

@@adinwalls No, no. That sardonic sledgehammer wit between you two was the best part of the video lad. Funny as hell.

[@adinwalls]

Ah I’m glad

[@RetroBreezeYT]

​@@STR82DVD I'm glad you think so 😁 all in good fun!

[@STR82DVD]

@@RetroBreezeYT Very well done with just the right style of satire. Brilliant young lad.

[@cyber.worlds]

Just bought mine… your video finally convinced me to pull the trigger.

[@adinwalls]

Enjoy it!

[@rorivers180]

Your videos are outstanding! You should have more than a million subscribers!! 🤩

[@adinwalls]

Wow, thank you!

[@guillermolopez6130]

Good video, makes me more confident that i want this for my europe trip where weight/size/power are important. Followed!

[@adinwalls]

Thanks for the follow!

[@TarnishedRyry]

Screen is great when static but completely agree with the ghosting.

[@okayman81]

I haven't put it down since the day it arrived. It's SO good

[@adinwalls]

Tis indeed

[@wongbryson]

In your RG556 video, I bought it after watching your review on it. Now I’m wanting the R4PRO. 😅

[@adinwalls]

lol. At least we know I make good arguments. But like I said in both vids the decision between the two is a strong preference thing. That beautiful OLED screen and ergonomics are hard to argue with. Sorry if you felt duped. I set myself parameters for these videos and then do my best to make a compelling argument.

[@javierdanorio1513]

Y por que prefieres el 4 pro?

[@Nanijoe10]

Title is absolutely bang on. RP4P just does it all in such a great form factor. It's kind of the dark horse of handhelds to me. Everyone talks about all the other devices out there, but in the glory days of GBC, GBA, NDS the biggest reason I loved those so much was they were always with me in my pocket. RP4P is really the only one out there that can do GC/PS2 emulation while still being incredibly portable. We've got the Odin 2 Mini coming out that should be fairly similar in size, but at a $330 price point. RP4P still will be the best bang for your buck at $200.

[@adinwalls]

Yup it seems expensive but I am realising it’s a great deal.

[@geggyboy1269]

I swear this was gonna be my next handheld, but the Odin 2 Mini stole my money before I could complete the order.

[@adinwalls]

Haha. Good luck with that

[@IntroRC]

I'm going to upgrade to the RP5 once it comes out, I've been using my RP3+ every single day since I had preordered it. It's been reliable and handy in so many ways. I think the size is perfect as well for travelling. the RP4P is an amazing unit and I love how they stuck with the size. It really does fit nearly anywhere and has saved my bum in a few scenarios where my phone wasn't around.

[@Maze86753]

Report how you enjoy it btw! I was between this and the Odin 2 Mini personally. I think I fell in love with the PSVita-like form factor and higher specs etc

[@crystal_is_cozy]

I actually didn't know that the later models of the RP4 Pro will have different triggers, that's something good to keep in mind. I actually _like_ how soft the triggers are XD Different strokes for different folks, I guess? I love that you compared this to so many devices. What a comprehensive review.

[@adinwalls]

Thanks Crystal I may just keep this format for a while. I loved it. Did you enjoy Retrobreeze’s but?

[@crystal_is_cozy]

@@adinwalls Haha, I always enjoy Shem's commentary, he's so fun to listen to.

[@ajcics]

Cannot say how much I love watching this guy

[@adinwalls]

Really?! Thanks man

[@itsuchi-kuntewori5778]

I'd like to see Retroid coming with a Pocket Flip 2 with an OLED display and Dimensity 1100. Probably would be the definitive portable.

[@adinwalls]

Apparently the Flip didn’t make a profit so I’m unsure if they’ll do another one. I think if they can do it again with 2 screens as a DS and 3DS machine it will do very well

[@e__b956]

I've never come across your channel, brother, but you've earned yourself a new subscriber. Love the quality and how you're straight to the point. Keep up the good work. You'll have 1 mill subscribers in no time!

[@adinwalls]

Ah that’s very kind. I will settle for 100k by the md of next year! 😊 I have been working very hard on narrowing down the most imprortant elements to my videos to make them a bit shorter and more fun to watch

[@mymusicaljesus]

I just got a New 3DS XL, but was having second thoughts after receiving it, and since I still have a 2 week return window, I plan on getting my money back and saving a $100 with a Retroid Pocket 4 Pro instead. Your video just helped me to finalize my decision. Thanks!

[@adinwalls]

Okay interesting. Honestly the 3DS XL is the best way to play 3DS. But the RP4 pro will just play so many more things.

[@mymusicaljesus]

@@adinwalls which is basically what it came down to. The 3D effect is something I genuinely enjoy (I know it can be devisive), but the clarity of the Retroid's screen and ability to play PS2, PSP, wii and GameCube just make this the better investment. Plus, as I just turned 40, sometimes the ease of having one device for all my old games in one place just seems so much more appealing than all the work of managing different devices for different games.

[@alexlandsbergs]

Ive had mine since launch, had the faulty triggers, their replacement time was pretty quick so their customer service has been really good so far. the one thing I will say is I got the skull&co stick caps and it really made the sticks feel even better. I agree with the grip being optional being a great compromise for both people that want a pocketable device and having an ergonomic device. the grips for the 4pro really do feel great. my main selling factor that a lot of reviewers seem not to understand is that the size and screen being smaller than other devices in the same price and power range, are just bulky and not as portable. not that I have a problem with those devices but this fits in my pocket. I Dont need a carrying case to bring it with me to work.

[@DeadBeat4Life]

Glad to see someone showing the Anbernic Arc D/S some love. We need more devices with six buttons on the front, it's really nice for fighting games. The Retroid Pocket 4 Pro and Steam Deck are still my favorite devices I have bought over the years. The PS Vita is also a really great device, especially since I can't get a bunch of Vita games running right on the Android emulator. The Vita had a lot of great games and does pretty well with the systems I've emulated on there (mostly arcade and older consoles).

[@adinwalls]

Yes the Vita is still good.

[@magutanko]

Just bought one through your link, thanks mate. 😊

[@adinwalls]

Thank you!

[@hyperplayrpg]

Very nice, Adin! And I love it when reviewers in this scene critique each other. But - as a grumpy Englishman meself - @retrobreeze certainly didn't sound like they were from Blighty!

[@adinwalls]

lol. Ah it’s all in good jest. Retrobreeze is a wonderful human.

[@RetroBreezeYT]

That's what 12 years married to an American will do to a man!

[@anthonyfellows390]

Thanks to your setup video on the RP4Pro (which I also commented on) I am totally in love with my handheld. I'm not as up to date with these retro handhelds but honestly I am hooked more than I ever thought I would be. It was a great little project and I have convinced two of my work colleague's to get one next pay day. So excited to see what a RP5/Pro could look like in the future.

[@adinwalls]

AYN just announced the Odin 2 Mini which is kind of a successor

[@Masta_E]

Ordered a retroid pocket 2s, and for a more powerful handheld I think I'll just go all in on the steam deck lol. Thank you for the review! Seriously well done.

[@ranchman693]

I got mine with the grip and I LOVE it! It plays any GameCube or PS2 Game I throw at it at 720p. The games look and run well on the TV with a steam deck dock!

[@adinwalls]

Hey yes it’s a decent device to dock as a retro console

[@Kev50027]

Retro Game Corps just did a video a few weeks ago about how the Odin 2 is the best and made me regret my RP4Pro. This video made me feel better about buying my RP4Pro. I love it, and appreciate your great videos! Keep up the great work!

[@adinwalls]

Hehe I am glad I could affirm your purchase. Admittedly I don’t have the Odin 2 and it’s definitely a powerhouse.

[@georged7627]

Like ive said before I make my own Grips for all my emulation handhelds that are plain in ergonomics including the RRP4 Pro…The one i made for the RRP4 Pro feels exactly like a Satisfye Nintendo Switch Grip….i go onto Ali express and buy those cheap Nintendo switch grips and cut them and size them to whatever emulation handheld needs better ergonomics and whalah 110 percent more comfortable 🤘🏽

[@CutlassCraft]

Great video, love the shirt!!

[@adinwalls]

Thanks!

[@joycewong8303]

Got the exact color grip (black) and crystal version on the RP4Pro device. Bought a usb-c hub to use it as a dock console (enabling charging in the same time) together with my 8bitdo Ultimate Bluetooth Wireless controller (which is my primary PC gaming controller) or my DS4. A great device overall. And I just love watching any videos relating to the RP4Pro albeit reviews or gameplays.

[@adinwalls]

That’s a great setup.

[@Sadtiric]

I still need to reach out to Retroid about my springs..

[@eatereater6312]

Just ordered one for my little brother! Hopefully he likes it🙌🏾

[@adinwalls]

I hope so too!

[@gbresaleking]

Me too since kids nowadays always think the graphics on old games are too terrible to be fun

[@bigsiege7684]

Just thought. Those who think that it is not pocketable enough can, in theory, print out the backplate without triggers, and remove the sticks (fortunately, they are connected with cables).

[@Retrohut305]

The only thing that would make this better is an OLED screen.As it stands I love my RP4 Pro

[@brandongabel]

Heck yeah. Having a Steam Deck OLED really spoiled me and it’s hard to look at anything that isn’t OLED the same. It’s a privileged perspective, I get that, but good is good 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@Patrick-bn5rp]

They should make a metal 4pro with an OLED screen. Really stack the premium features.

[@adinwalls]

Oooh metal OLED. I like.

[@CornyPuddle]

I love my 4pro. Remote playing xbox. Google play gaming. Playing all my favorite n64 and ps2 games. I'm so happy with it

[@L3tThereBeGames]

Would you mind telling me about the battery life, like what's the most you've gotten out of it on a good day.

[@CornyPuddle]

@L3tThereBeGames I've had no problem. I don't game for long stretches. But you can definitely get 5 plus hours out of it. And the sleep mode is awsome you lose 1% of battery for a hour to two hours of sleep mode

[@adinwalls]

This

[@javierdanorio1513]

​@@CornyPuddlecomo lo colocas en modo suspension? Solo apagas la pantalla?

[@jinstinky501]

So happy with my rp3+ not sure if I should get the rp4pro or wait until Nov for the rp5 .

[@adinwalls]

That’s probably a good idea. My RP3+ still gets played.

[@javierdanorio1513]

No saldra nada en noviembre menso

[@brandongabel]

Love the review! I went with the Retroid Pocket 2S specifically because it's slightly smaller and easier to fit in my pocket, which is important to me because I have to wear tight jeans for work. Plus, it's cheaper and it's powerful enough to play some PS2 and GC games which is enough for me on the go. I just wish it had a slightly bigger screen. Otherwise the based RP4 was on my radar as a budget and pocket friendly companion to my Steam Deck OLED. Having a powerful and pocketable console is amazing no matter which one you get, so I'm excited to see what the future holds and I look forward to your future videos!

[@CjShino91]

I had the RP4 pro and sold it I prefer my RP2S

[@Patrick-bn5rp]

I'm sure it'll drop in price once the 5 comes out. Nice having a 16:9 system for PSP games.

[@adinwalls]

I actually remembered the RP2S once I left for a weekend away and wished I had taken it. It’s still in my top 5 favs.

[@brandongabel]

@@CjShino91 that's pretty crazy, I feel like RP2S is a pretty underappreciated device now that the 4 and 4 Pro are out, but I think the form factor and price, mixed with the performance you're getting, make it incredibly appealing. Thanks for making me feel better about my decision between the two!

[@brandongabel]

@@Patrick-bn5rp yeah the 16:9 screen really made me want the 4, but it would have stuck out of my pocket a little and been slightly less comfortable than the 2S so that was the main deciding factor. If the price drops, or if newer devices come out like the 5 or even a newer 2 come out that look better, by then it might be worth the upgrade.

[@7shocker]

Picked this bad boy up on a whim. Had been eyeing a steam deck forever but couldnt justify it. Had the gamesir x2 pro phone controller and used steam link on a beefed up PC. Plus my phone has a SD 8 gen 1 soc which is better than the RP4P but it was cumbersome. Phone didnt have expandable memory, when i wanted to play i had to dig out my controller etc. Opted for this thing and its great with the grips. Unusable without. Swtich emulation is nuts for this thing. Only things i dont like are the joystick placement (grip makes it way more comfortable) and the screen leaves more to be desired but not terrible. The form factor + power is the absolute killer combo as well as the price. Id feel like such a nerd whipping out a behemoth handheld PC like the deck vs this little guy.

[@toycoma98]

I just got the RP3+ earlier this year, didn't get the RP4P because of all the early problems it had. I'll wait for a black friday sale, btw can you put the grip on backwards to protect the face like the RP3+ can?

[@PixlByPixl]

That Darkwing duck game on the GBA looked great! I've got to give it a try 😆

[@adinwalls]

Hey it’s Darkwing Duck for NES. I don’t think they released it for GBA

[@PixlByPixl]

@@adinwalls I feel bad responding to this haha. I was referencing Retrobreeze's joke about not being able to tell who the character was due to the screen being too "Blurry" Awesome video! I'm not in the market for the device but I do want to say last night I found myself looking up videos called "Retroid pocket 4 pro 3 months later" trying to find something like this haha so appreciate your update!.

[@adinwalls]

Haha. Your joke was too meta for me! Thanks for checking out the vid.

[@tonyrosario1940]

Respect Darkwing! 🔥🤘🏼🍻

[@adinwalls]

@tonyrosario1940 all hail the DW

[@RIPBlurge]

I loved this video. Great job, Adin! I have no intentions to get an RP4 or Pro, but I do enjoy your videos. This one has been, by far, my favorite. I think because I have watched some of your interview videos, I also have a bit more insight into your thinking. I also appreciate the honesty that you bring to the channel. Keep up the grind. You are doing great.

[@adinwalls]

Thanks so much for that. Very encouraging

[@mattimusprime74]

Bought an Xbox branded Android controller with clip. Slid the Retroid Pocket in like a phone. Fits great and you have full Xbox controller in handheld mode. Love this console!

[@jankmedia1985]

I got a 3+ and then 4 was announced a week later. 3+ runs PS2 PAL games well enough. I'll get a 4 Pro at some point this year. They're awesome devices. I need the grips though, its quite small in its vanilla state.

[@whe6372]

i know i’m a tiny bit late to this, but going into this literally brand new, 100% beginner, do you think i’d have a good time with this? i would say im decently tech savvy

[@kruhenstand]

I used to have de RG 556 then some games where in the spot that they were not playable in that device like Baldors Gate Dark Alliance, Need for Speed Underground or F Zero GX (had constant cashing of the emulator with vulkan). Then I decided to change it for there Retroid 4 pro knowing that I was going to loose on the screen department, but actually being able now to play almost all the PS2 catalog in 3x is a whole different experience, is like injecting new life to that old games I use to play, so in fact in the visual department the experience was better at the end. But what was more shocking in comparison was the quality feeling of the device is just different, feels compact and well build, and the stronger part is the analog sticks are amazing, I had a lot of issues or not best experiences playing racing games or FPS on the RG 556, short travel, not precise, not fully responsive, sticks with a cheapy feeling. I mean I had both on my hands, had the chance to keep the RG 556 but seeing all this differences actually the decision was finally easy towards the Retroid 4 pro.

[@abcamacho6187]

Does it come preloaded with games?

[@adinwalls]

No

[@Stigmaru]

But can it play Crisis?

[@carlosvence]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="413">6:53</a> exactly...

[@adinwalls]

😂

[@Djinsoul]

This video will be the reason i pick this device. I had picked the anbernic rg40xx h but also want to play ps2 in a portable form factor.

[@titantim]

I have the RP3+ and am mostly happy with it. I don't need PS2 games, and the gamecube games I'd want to play, play just fine on it. If anything, I'd want to upgrade to the 4 pro for the slightly larger buttons and the sticks. But that's not enough of a reason to shell out close to double the price at this point. I'll probably just wait until the RP5.

[@jangotack]

Just ordered one on the 3rd and it gets in on the 7th. Went for Watermelon. I'm excited!!!

[@adinwalls]

Enjoy!

[@liamohagan3943]

It’s so cool seeing another guy from South Africa in this hobby lol there aren’t many 😂🇿🇦🔥

[@adinwalls]

I am a unicorn 😂

[@MsModestyBlaise]

A few years ago I would have been all over the RP4+. Nowadays I look at handhelds in a different way and have a different set of priorities. Native aspect ratio and a fitting design give me the nostalgia that I seek. With that in mind, Sega retro games feel great on the RG Arc-D’s 4” screen and 6 button layout. Likewise, Nintendo games feel great on the RG405v DMG. If someone just wanted one device for £200, I wouldn’t choose an RP4+. The RP4’s 4.7” 750p screen is poor next to the 5.48” 1080p AMOLED screen on the RG556. A bigger battery and better ergonomics are also a plus. Performance is slightly better on the Retroid for PS2 games as is better portability. I’d say the 4 non + is the better value. At the end of the day, I just don’t think there’s a one size fits all solution. Great video though and an interesting take on the vast amount of handhelds today.

[@adinwalls]

Hey man, this is very true. The RP4Pro is a great "do it all" device, but as you say, maybe it doesnt actually do one system the best, i.e. Sega on the Arc or maybe Gameboy on the RGB30

[@MsModestyBlaise]

@@adinwalls For GB/GBC I’d be looking for a vertical device (that’s not Powkiddy). The RG405V DMG is my current stop gap but I’m probably going to get an FPGBC + flash cart if Anbernic or Retroid don’t come up with a device that’s closer to the original experience.

[@h4wduk3n]

Received and love mine in the short time I've had it! Does the yellow dot next to the color and warning sticker on the box mean I got a newer model? Ordered from Amazon and they've had stock come and go. Touching this thing is nirvana, however that sounds!

[@adinwalls]

Hehe. I’m pretty sure it’s a newer one. Enjoy it!

[@h4wduk3n]

@@adinwalls sorry if I missed it but do you know if people have tried the set affinity to performance cores setting in aether? I find it helps a lot in ps2

[@7secondstomeet]

Hi! I ve never been a gamer and never used a handheld gaming device either. But im obsessed with C&C Tsun. Would you be able to get it on retroid 4 pro? I can afford a Steam Deck for occasional gaming.

[@adinwalls]

Hey there. That game is Windows based, and winlator is still in its infancy so I'm not sure if it would work. You should google and see if it works on the Steamdeck, that would be a better option.

[@imjustasponge]

Will I able to download apps such as KZbin and Hitv? (to watch TV shows and stuff) also if I do will the display quality be good enough like 720 or 1080? Cause I want a handheld that I can play games on and watch TV shows at the same time so do you recommend getting the retroid 4 pro?

[@josuechapin8603]

Yes this device runs android so you should be able to download any apps such as youtube from the playstore

[@Bardusher]

Question, open for anyone to answer - I ordered one of these from Amazon, and it arrived with the box already opened and the device had debris on it and smudges on the screen. Is this how they're normally shipped? I work in automotive tech manufacturing, and our standards are pretty high (clean rooms, clean environment), so I thought it was a little strange to get a device of this cost arriving in that condition.

[@adinwalls]

No. It’s possible customs opened it but if it’s from Amazon you should have had to deal with that. Maybe send it back.

[@Bardusher]

Thank you for the quick response. I actually just ordered it directly from Retroid, and it ended up being cheaper than Amazon, even after adding some accessories and shipping. Looking forward to messing around with this device. ​@@adinwalls

[@Bardusher]

Thank you for taking the time to answer. I ended up ordering it from Retroid directly, and it actually ended up being cheaper, even with accessories and shipping. ​@@adinwalls

[@odanrov]

Odin 2 mini will be the true does it all device, granted it is about $150 more. But will truly be the best device to do everything you can do on android in a small form factor as well as hopefully have an amazing screen with the miniled.

[@drhassoon]

If this had the anbernic rg556 screen, it would be the best retro handheld ever!!

[@adinwalls]

Can’t argue with that.

[@juancarlosmunoz8988]

You think this handheld is a better option than the odin 2 and the upcoming odin 2 mini? I'm having a hard time deciding which one to get

[@adinwalls]

Ah nothing really beats the Odin 2 but I think it’s definitely a “budget” contender to the Odin 2 Mini. The Mini is priced as a premium collectors device.

[@jakesmith5278]

Retroid Pocket 4 is king when you consider portability. And if you want to sit on a couch or laying in bed, the Odin 2 is king. There is no place for the Anbernic xx anything. Now, Anbernic is releasing the new GBA clam shell clone just last night. That could be something.

[@adinwalls]

Oh yes that clamshell is an instant hit. Unless there’s some glaring issue with it, it’s going to do sooooooooo well.

[@Nojig93]

Do you think thare will be a retroid pocket flip 2 pro? Kind of like the flip was to the pocket 3?

[@adinwalls]

I’m not sure. The Flip didn’t do very well.

[@coolhawk2003]

Always turn motion blur off Love the clear color

[@braddahl2098]

What's the best case to use with the grips attached? Will most switch lite cases work?

[@adinwalls]

I don’t actually know sorry

[@braddahl2098]

@@adinwalls Try it in your Gucci style one with the grip and see if that is an option ;)

[@adinwalls]

@braddahl2098 ah that’s a good idea. I shall report back.

[@AlexJamesV1]

I have a weird question. Is there a way to transfer my PS2 save data from a ps2 memory card and put it on an sd card, that way my emulation on Retroid Pocket 4 Pro will pick up where i left off on my Ps2 memory card?

[@adinwalls]

I’m all for weird questions! 😃and my answer is… I don’t know haha. Check the Googles.

[@fufu5068]

I just completed Front Mission 3 played fully on my new RG35XXH. Now this P4 Pro videos keep popping up. Is this a sign to upgrade?(I want to play Wind Waker real bad)

[@adinwalls]

It’s a sign… do it.

[@freman007]

I have to be honest, I have a modded New 3DS XL, and it will even play (some) PS1 games giving access to a huge library of games. I like the idea of a Retroid 4 Pro, but I can play literally thousands of games from a system I already own, and don't play that often either.

[@centauri0]

I love my 3+, Hoping the 5 will have an Oled. LCD is just simply obsolete today.

[@evertontoffee9763]

Im torn between the pocket 4 pro and the RG 556. I like the idea of the bigger screen on the 556 especially for ps2 emulation. Any chance we could get a playability video between the two devices please?

[@adinwalls]

Hey I won’t be doing that but there are a few vids of people testing on both devices. Needless to say the RP4Pro performs better overall

[@evertontoffee9763]

@@adinwalls ok awesome thank you I'll keep that in mind

[@mattbtv]

Agreed I enjoy mine and feel it got swept under the rug after some parts and firmware issues that Retroid has been making good on. Commendable effort on their part to make sure their customers get working devices. (Also a coincidence the reviews cooled off on this right before yuzu got shut down?)

[@adinwalls]

Glad you’re enjoying it. I do think that’s just a coincidence

[@mattbtv]

@@adinwalls For sure. Thanks for the interesting perspective in your reviews Adin.

[@dylananderson6759]

New to this, what frontend is easiest or best for new users?

[@adinwalls]

Hey there. They all have a learning curve so sometimes it’s easier just to start with a few emulators but I think ES-DE may be the simplest

[@gagemontalvo8731]

I need advice on something! I’m trying to get mortal kombat shaolin monks to work but it’s always drops to 17-20 fps but I’ve seen it works for others? Also bully won’t even work at all. Any ideas on how I can tweak the settings?

[@adinwalls]

With AwtherSX2 you can tweak the over/under clock, and then you can drop the resolution.

[@javierdanorio1513]

​@@adinwallsajustar el reloj es lo peor que puedes hacer capo

[@fhacim6568]

Can you review the Ayn Odin 2?

[@adinwalls]

I’m thinking that ship has sailed. I’m probably going to get the Odin 2 Mini and wait for the Odin 3 to review.

[@fhacim6568]

@@adinwalls No worries. Thanks for the reply. Looking forward to it!

[@playstationroom_kadzu]

Hello. I am planning to purchase this device in the near future. Please tell me which 3D consoles work well on it. I buy it mainly because of the PS2 emulation, but I also plan to get acquainted with Nintendo games.

[@adinwalls]

Hey there. N64 is fine. Most GameCube games work on it, 3DS plays quite well (about 70% of games).

[@playstationroom_kadzu]

@@adinwalls thanks)))

[@snowzZzZz]

something no one talks about with the Arc or other Anbernic devices, idk if they cherry pick them for reviewers, but the light bleed, if you're unlucky, is very bad not a problem in most cases but in games with heavy blacks, it's noticable

[@adinwalls]

Light bleed isn’t that high on my radar anymore although it does tend to indicate poor manufacturing sometimes

[@Wavetheory85]

I know retroid 5 is essentially just the larger screen and I think it’s worth it to pay the extra $34 for that. Will the price for retroid pocket 5 likely be higher or lower than $219 by the time Black Friday rolls around? I really only want to play games from the GameCube generation and earlier. I need to do some more research and might settle for handhelds that can play up through ps1 & n64 that see have an hdmi port to play on tv.

[@adinwalls]

Hey man, you could save a buck and get a T618 device: Anbernic RG405M, RG405V. But you can even go lower spec than that for PS and N64. The Anbernic Arc is also a great option. Sorry this sounds like an Anbernic schill but I'm generally more of a Retroid fan personally, but Android just have so many options.

[@BASSstarlet]

But it is better than Anbernic's RG556?

[@adinwalls]

I think so yes

[@BASSstarlet]

@@adinwalls even though that 556 has better screen?

[@adinwalls]

@BASSstarlet for me, controls are more important than a good screen. Although I really like the RP4 screen. The 556 is great but we pretty much just use it for Roblox in my house. For an retro gaming we use other devices. My son uses the RP3+ and I use the RG Cube or the Ayn Odin 2 mini.

[@W0lfenstrike]

I've been researching these devices for a while now and I've been closing down more and more on the RP4P. I'm mostly interested on replacing my phone for PS1/PSP games, it plays them great, but I kinda want to have a dedicated handheld and not carry a Razer Kishi on my bag all the time. Plus, the prospect of playing the Wii version of Resident Evil 4 on a handheld that can fit on my pocket is highly enticing.

[@adinwalls]

I was just thinking about this: why this video continues to do well and the recent comments are alot about how people have research and they're settling on the RP4pro. I think right now it's the perfect balance of everything. Generally it's not a safe bet to try and do everything fairly well (jack of all trades) but the RP4PRO has done it.

[@W0lfenstrike]

@@adinwalls Yeah, pretty much. Great video BTW 😁

[@adinwalls]

Thanks man

[@alluringming]

I heard good things about the brand but unfortunately i dont know anything about emulating or roms. I prefer if find such devices with games already installed on them. But its nice to see some companies doing handheld devices like this

[@JerrardJDDavis-gy9hh]

Are There Any Handhelds That Supports Aethersx2 (PS2) Or Dolphin (GameCube)

[@adinwalls]

This one does

[@MisterDrumsNoob]

What about input latency? I saw people complaining on reddit and saying its latency is close to odin2, which means it's not awlful, but not as good as it could be. (For reference, retroid pocket 3 plus is generally considered great regarding latency)

[@mdr8615]

This thing has 3 things going against it: the screen is too small, it's not comfortable, and it's expensive. I'd only consider it if you absolutely need a pocketable thing that does GC and PS2. I'd like to see a 'non-pocket', bigger handheld from retroid, see how it stacks up again the rg 556 and the Odin.

[@twistedninjareviews3100]

Fire 🔥

[@andreic.960]

Trimui is 50$, pocket 4 pro is 300$ how can you compare one to another?

[@woozi36]

I’m the one that said sonic generations for 3ds plays fine on rp4 pro. I played up to mushroom hill(3rd world) no problem. Citra canary-2797. Vulkan, spir-v shader generation, asynchronous shader comp, 3x resolution, linear filtering, disk shader cache. I play on performance setting just fine.

[@adinwalls]

Ah I will try that setup. Thanks for that!

[@sidsubba1414]

No, Retroid pocket 4pro benchmark shows that it performs better than other handhelds! The Retroid pocket lineup of handhelds are ideal. I love setting it up also with Daijisho..also! For the price. The Retroid pocket 4 pro.. finally gives you “ Dimensity 1100.

[@gamingallday9225]

I'm still learning how to use the various file formats and keys and stuff. Cant make it even work on the pc yet. Many games wont open. Hopefully with these handheld it will be easier. I was looking forward seeing some 3DS games on this. That will be my main gaming on the device i think. Could you perhaps show how that works. Specially since its dual screen. Does it do Switch? i'm guessing not but thought i ask :D Great video.

[@7shocker]

2d and 2.5d switch games but they are exceptions

[@washuai]

LLM or CC (Computer Collage) she'scan't seem to generate any handheld that isn't Gameboy style (I did get a calculator, once).

[@javierdanorio1513]

Capo.. que tal la pantalla comparada con el 3 plus? Dicen que el 3 plus tiene una pantalla mas colorida y bonita que el 4 pro

[@adinwalls]

I would say the 3 plus has a more natural screen. The 4 has a more “enhanced” screen for gaming.

[@javierdanorio1513]

@@adinwalls rp4 pro mejorada para juegos? A mi me hubiera gustado que en el 4ptro hubieran puesto la pantalla colorida del 3 plus... y bueno, una pena

[@w3bbi3]

I love my 4 pro......i didnt realize the thumbsticks just pull off though, i lost one pulling it out of my pocket, how ironic

[@adinwalls]

Yes. That actually something I may have mentioned in another video. It’s a bit of a flaw.

[@fullcircleretrospective9913]

Why are you threatening that poor device with a knife? Also, can you use a Bluetooth controller when you have it docked to play on tv?

[@adinwalls]

Haha. Yes you can use a Bluetooth controller when docked

[@fullcircleretrospective9913]

My reservations of buying this is having to get a loaded sd card. I haven’t learned how to format a card, dl an os, and getting ROMS. The systems I found for sale don’t include a card so that means no games. Plus I just got the Trim UI Smart Pro

[@saiyan_princestudios9790]

does it play ps3, dreamcast, wii, wii u or switch?

[@adinwalls]

No, yes, yes (not a lot), no and yes (not a lot)

[@Raphtor13]

The knife in the frame all the time bugs the crap out of me.

[@adinwalls]

Great news! I will be changing the knife…. For a better knife….

[@AdamBond-mj7tg]

Roms preloaded?

[@adinwalls]

No

[@suhtangwong]

Rp4 pro ftw!!

[@adinwalls]

🎉

[@fragsta247]

Why are your videos so dark? Literally, need to increase my brightness by another 20% on a galaxy s24 ultra.

[@WheeledHamster]

Odin 2 still reign Supreme.

[@adinwalls]

True

[@javierdanorio1513]

Steam deck reina

[@kaderkone8161]

Quand tu as acheté yavait des jeux dedans ?

[@adinwalls]

Hi there. No, no games shipped with this.