The New BEST $100 Retro Handheld! (PowKiddy X55 Review)

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This retro handheld is freaking CHEAP you guys. I’m tellin you, right now, this MIGHT be one of if not the BEST handhelds that you can buy for the price. It’s like $100! For what you get that's an AMAZING price. And today I'm going to show you what your $100 will get you, and help you decide if it's right for you!
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- CHAPTERS -
00:00 It's freakin' CHEAP
00:33 My magic trick!
01:20 PowKiddy X55 Review
02:12 The Hardware
03:41 Specs
04:01 Looks & Sounds
05:39 The System
07:50 The Games
11:27 Conclusion
12:57 The End
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[@cells001]

I love the editing and personality! Great content actually laughed a couple times!

[@L7NK]

I'll never get tired of your POW KIDDY intro :3 nice review

[@ChrisGagner]

Oh wow... It received the official tech dweeb declaration of retro gaming perfection? I definitely need this device.

[@PhenMr]

Got the same feeling man! ✌🏼

[@FM-fm2yq]

I'm getting this device as well

[@lostcapital2591]

Love the review, you numbered the amount of games on each different system. That’s where I personally consider if the price is worth

[@oznek57841]

The slick design, large screen, big battery, and the overall feel of the gaming console totally got me hooked. Can't wait to dive into games with this thing. Thanks for the review!

[@TechDweeb]

I've been playing quite a bit since making this video. It's grown on me even more.

[@HellenicRenegade]

​@@TechDweebIs this still the best current emulator to buy as I'm thinking of purchasing one. Also, how long did it take to arrive. Many thanks Tech D 🙏

[@bigfistin578]

Just ordered the black one to complement my RG35xx. Glad to see it looks so good with GBA.

[@batpixel]

Wow what an awesome device! Also your videos are cracking me up. Love it

[@joelferguson625]

I recently picked up a retro handheld shaped like a SNES controller and so far my only real complaint is the screen size so I am interested in getting a large screen retro handheld. Great review, I'm thinking about pow kitty.

[@johnhamill7358]

Fun-tas-tic review. One of the best reviews of an item on KZbin: straight to subscribe. Tks

[@TechDweeb]

Thanks for saying so!

[@mr.n476]

your magic trick & prediction are 100% correct lol. I recently bought RG353PS to play retro games, and after a while I do feel like the 3.5 inch screen are too small for my liking. so yeah, I just ordered x55 just because of that bigger screen. you are a Wizard techdweeb!

[@Bendilin]

Super happy with my lime green SF2000, especially with the latest firmware update that improves SNES and GBA emulation. My strongest handheld is the RG35XX, but if I were to get anything stronger than it, I'm more likely to get the Retroid Pocket 3+. It just has everything I want, including cool colour options.

[@TechDweeb]

There is custom SF2000 firmware in the works! Hopefully that lets it the froggy become all it can be :) The RP3+ is a great handheld for the higher end stuff, probably my favourite.

[@ryanviertel7059]

​@@TechDweeb is there a place to keep up with updates for the SF2000 CFW?

[@nw_360_luke-nessmonster6]

​@@TechDweebdoes the handheld come with games ready to play if I purchase it?

[@ronch550]

Just a tip for you kids out there who wanna buy this. I got my Powkiddy X55 two weeks ago and it came with JELOS version 20230831. I immediately updated via WiFi to 20230919. Shortly after, I noticed that PS1 games had audio stutters all over the place except for light 2D PS1 titles. I tried everything including switching emulators but it didn't help. I also tried flashing 0919 to the SD card from scratch but it didn't help either. Then a KZbinr (Jacek Rusin) who tests the X55 a lot helped me. After some futility, he said he's using 20230903. I tried that version and all the PS1 audio issues went away. Somewhere between firmware 0903 and 0919, something got messed up and it's killing PS1. So, if you get an X55, take note of this.

[@TechDweeb]

Thanks so much for the tip!

[@ronch550]

​@@TechDweebyou're welcome. Hope it helps!

[@golferaddict85]

I wish I knew what this all means. I just hope fighting games work well and don’t lag.

[@JubeProductions]

I've been looking for my first hand held retro console for a while now. First it was the rg35xx, then the RGB30, then I wanted the RG35xxH zazlebizzle thing, but after watching several video review I went with this RG55 with a 128GB card in black, from Amazon for $109 including a $20 off coupon from Amazon. I know I could get it a few dollars cheaper other places, but Amazon will have it here in less than 2 days. I figured since you did an excellent review, and you have a sense of humor and make good content, I'll subscribe. Thanks.

[@StereoMyth1]

just bought it , its going to be my first handheld and I searched for something that won't spiral me into days of figuring out how to get roms and OS's , exciting!

[@JubeProductions]

what do you think of it after having it for 6 months?

[@StereoMyth1]

@@JubeProductions The games it comes with are crap. You have to install your own roms , other than that a really nice device for the price. Although PSP games run on it very shit

[@mickienichelson5976]

I just ordered one of these without really looking into it but I’m glad it’s gonna do what I want in the future I definitely need to look into stuff deeper before I spend over a $100 bucks 😂

[@danhoppy5517]

Pow Kitty are really hitting their products out of the park!

[@PhenMr]

Yeah they're stepping into the right direction

[@user-to1su2iy4d]

Going from where they were just about any step is the right step lol

[@bellytelevision]

You're the best, Tech Dweeb! (I wish I had seen this before getting the rk2023v2. But it's all G all part of the hobby!)

[@TechDweeb]

Haha yeah. That's the way it goes, buy one thing and immediately something else comes along that you wish you had instead 🤤

[@hobbiecomics]

Great Video !

[@therunawaykid6523]

I have the rgb 20s which is great but I have always preferred a device with a decent size horizontal screen plus this looks really comfortable to hold, very tempted to order one of these myself that screen is beautiful

[@sm0k3yg]

Love that when you're driving in San andreas, you're cruising a chopped 50s mercury. I've always wanted one in real life.

[@Rayanaminge]

I’ll stand by being a watcher that does like seeing specs. I kinda like this device. As I have a big collection of devices already, I may have to sell some old ones. That 5.5 inch screen is clean. Wish those clicky buttons weren’t so, well clicky. Maybe I’ll try opening it up and modding those buttons some way to reduce the noise. I appreciate your channel a lot as it brings a fun loving perspective to this hobby. It’s easy to get really nerdy about everything, and RGC does that spectacularly. But there is something else that you bring to the community that I just love. From the giggle bits to the kidney missing cat, I love your humor. I’m proud to be a patron and I can’t wait for your next video.

[@TechDweeb]

Thanks so much for saying so! You just made my day 🤓

[@jbc6980]

The X28 is my top handheld of the year and I've bought more than I care to admit this year. It's certainly my favorite T618 handheld. Got it for $110 during the June Chinese sale and would recommend over the X55 for just twenty extra bucks.

[@evshrug]

AH, but is the X28 available anywhere for $110 between now and the next generation of handhelds? (Serious question, I’d want one if it was available at that price before Black Friday)

[@electronicengineer]

TechDweeb! You just convinced me to buy the X55 from Go Game Geek using the link you provided below. Thanks for the good steer buddy!

[@TechDweeb]

Nice. Enjoy!

[@torq21]

Dang , you got me excited for this thing.

[@eclipsedat3am]

I appreciate your video and review. I'm glad you like this device but after the first 5 seconds of the video I just couldn't take your voice. I just ordered this X55 and I'm happy that it's getting good reviews.

[@JubeProductions]

it actually grows on you. I just found his channel the other day and when I heard his voice, clicked off. But then I kept seeing his videos and if you can get past his character, he has some good insights. I watched this video and ordered the RG55 as my first handheld.

[@decisionparalysis7856]

Not sure if you have seen the TJD T10 yet but they have a yellow model that instantly made me think of you. Pretty new to your channel, found you thanks to the Retroid, you are honestly pretty awesome.

[@TechDweeb]

Thanks for saying so! I love the look of that thing! Hopefully I can get my hands on when to test.

[@decisionparalysis7856]

@@TechDweeb The Black and Yellow models actually look quite nice, the White one was just a no go though. They look kind of like they would be fun to mod up with custom buttons, etc. That screen is also just beautiful, would love to have one.

[@Rroy20]

Really digging you content. You know how to entertain. Very easy to watch

[@tomlion0116]

I bought a PSP 1 year ago for only 50$ and it became my favourite console of all time. I have a PS4 and a Switch but since my PSP I barely used them. It's a great emulation machine for NES, SNES, Gameboy, Genesys, PSP (ofcourse), PS1 but my favourite system to play on it is the GBA because of it's screen. It's very light and very comfortable for my tiny hands. I don't even want to buy another system but I love to watch your videos. Could you do one day make a video about the PSP and Vita?

[@clausjahnel5379]

I hear you! Started with a PSP myself, and it still is my favorite device to play GBA games. Brillant little machine all around. 🤗 If you'd take an advice from a fellow psp gamer - don't hesitate to get a Vita on oppprtunity. Feels like the ultimate PSP to me, and its community is really active, releasing new ports of great games all the time. 😁

[@TechDweeb]

I would love to get my hands on a PSP some day!

[@unicron8soundwave724]

@@TechDweeb We hope you do. It is so very much fun! Guilty Gear:Judgement Samurai Showdown: Anthology

[@JubeProductions]

I remember way back in like 2004 when the PSP handheld first came out. I got one on release day. I think within the first 6 months I was already playing pirated PSP games on it. You had to be a little more tech savvy back then, but it was fun. It was an amazing device for the time and it's still really good.

[@SNKev411]

You're right ☝Your magic tricks are amazing. 🤙

[@TechDweeb]

🔮

[@pleasuretokill]

This handheld is by far my fave of the 3 or 4 ive tried. Im a child of the mid 80s to mid 90s and thats exactly what tgis console is perfect for and even goes up to the year 2000 just fine. The screen is amazing and for the price.... im done buying these until one does 1080p/60fps for every console up to switch or better. Years from now. I love the retro stuff more anyways

[@annybodykila]

I almost hit buy on this, but i got a retroid pocket 3 plus, and im really happy so far. To be completely honest, i think most reviews of it underrate the thing.

[@karthikmurali6012]

I went with RP3+. Overall it seemed better for my usecase. 😊

[@TechDweeb]

RP3+ is still my fav device at this size.

[@mauriciofreitas9439]

@@TechDweebif you don’t mind spending weeks to set up instead of turn on and play, yeah maybe

[@torq21]

Yeh, I have not been impressed with my RP3+. The screen is too small and everything is fiddly. Retroarch is not good. My $40 tiny Q90 just works and is all around a more fun and enjoyable experience. My experience is that pS2 and GameCube games take more effort than it's worth to get running in a acceptable way. These mid tier systems are looking more and more like a waste of time. I'm thinking about this X55 and a steam deck

[@thomasre9382]

@@torq21 just buy android controller to add, to ur phone, thats ho i plw my ps2 and gamecube games, snapdragon 845 and 765g is more than enough for ps2.

[@nakedexposure964]

just picked up the RG353V for $95, guess it’s just if you want a landscape or portrait handheld for that price range - exciting to see powkiddy move in this direction though

[@_rain.edit_]

Could you please send the 353v link

[@user-ty1it5gz4v]

You sound like an adult version of Craig from South Park. Good to see life has worked out for him, lol. Good content as always, informative and entertaining. The punching kitty lives in my head rent-free now.

[@SeeJayPlayGames]

he can have space in mine as well. And maybe knock DJT out of it, who has been living in my head rent-free for years. But I'm not trying to start any political kerfuffle; ijs that he's a "prominent public figure who is difficult to ignore."

[@igornandrade]

love your edit style does the x55 work well as a console setup (hdmi output + bt controllers)?

[@TechDweeb]

Thanks! Yup!

[@williamwhite2830]

so far ive the anbernic rg35xx which i love and the powkiddy clam shell this looks good

[@TechDweeb]

This is a good higher end device, a good pairing with what you already have.

[@garystinten9339]

There is a fix for the triggers.. Snip a snall piece of plastic out of the trigger area and allows the entire trigger button to press the trihger rather than just central to the button.. 2nd step.. hotglue fill the bottom trigger buttons and it reduces the noise of the clicking.. There are tutorials on KZbin to help with this

[@golferaddict85]

Hi @TechDweeb, I’m contemplating on getting one of these system. I also looked at the RG353VS. Smaller screen but is there a difference between these 2 systems? I mainly want it for fighting games like Street Fighter and Mortal Kombat. Do u know if the PowKiddy x55 has SF 3: 2nd Impact and 3rd Strike? I know the RG353VS has it so wasn’t sure if both systems run the same operating system. Thx for your help and this great video!

[@davefarley4318]

Would you consider doing a video of setting up the powkiddy x55 from scratch? I would like very much to watch it done.

[@TechDweeb]

There was so little to be done! It's pretty much turn-it-on-and-game situation. The only thing I did was change the aspect ratio of the 4x3 systems to 3:2, and apply the shader (both of which can be done in the system options from the frontend menu). This was probably the easiest device I've ever used tbh.

[@mattmungrin4792]

@@TechDweeb can you add games easily?

[@liamwilliams8258]

I love my X55, it's my 1 and only Retro Handheld, but it's all I need for now, and the fact Tech Dweeb loves it, means that I'm right, thanks Tech Dweeb, this is probably the 3rd time I've watched this Video...😁🎮👍

[@waynecuff3140]

Looks great whats the The Dpad like though. Love my retro stuff so want precision.

[@jamesbagnall7422]

How come some of these come with different software? I thought they came with jelOS ? Good video 👍🏻

[@stevecowboy4159]

Thanks for the review, Dweeb. I bought one of these and today it is going back. It is comfortable to hold but it has terrible performance in anything above PS1. The screen looks great, but it is not protected by glass or even plastic and touching it produces a smear that eventually goes away. A screen protector does not help. It just has too many issues that I do not want to deal with. I much prefer the Trimui Smart Pro and mine (white version) came updated to the latest firmware (1.0.3) and works great for almost every game on the device and the Dreamcast games I have added.

[@CobraF1]

I love your videos man! Fun, funny, and informative 👍 If I could subscribe a 2nd time I would haha. I just got the Super Console X Cube 256 Gb during the Amazon Prime Days sale a few days ago thanks to your original video recommendation from way back :D Cheers man!

[@TechDweeb]

Thanks for saying so buddy!

[@citruesilver]

Just ordered one. My daily driver is the retroid pocket 4 pro and i have a modded 3ds xl (for ds and 3ds emulation) as well as a cheap r36s (for serious abuse without caring) and an old dsi in my car (for traffic jams). Still i wanted this for my kids and me as a cheaper option for vacations to hook up on a tv set and play together (they have their own dsi for travelling) and as a device for game streaming although the clicky buttons may be too loud (i also prefer my 8.4 inch tablet with the d8 controller for that... All in all the first powkiddy device that tempted me enough to actually buy it. Excellent video as usual, thanks dweeb

[@nydavey]

Does this play any of the Mario titled games? Where can you find the included game list? Is there an option to buy a larger SD card with more games from the manufacturer? Good video

[@TechDweeb]

Yes it plays the Mario games. I think 128gb is the max size you can get (but you can definitely add your own games, or swap to a bigger size sd card if you want to add a ton of games).

[@KyleRuggles]

Awesome for the price, wondering does it have enough power to do widescreen snes and genesis? This would be a great gift for the kids imo. ^_^

[@TechDweeb]

Good question. I don't think so tbh, for some reason those widescreen emulators are super demanding, and this thing can barely handle n64.

[@mandrill81]

Have ordered the Black version from PowKiddy direct

[@Knipper88]

Much respect for slipping that mom joke in there

[@King_Midas]

Seems like a good value.

[@starstriker1881]

Spec is important though, determines what console you can emulate. this chip Rk3566 can play up to some psp and n64 games similarly to rg353vs or 353ps

[@morphiendo]

youre a spec

[@Chazz-Gaming]

So tempting! I already have a Steam Deck and Retroid Pocket 3+. I find the Steam Deck a bit too hefty, adore my RP3+ but the screen is a bit small for newer games e.g Xbox Gamepass. I'm assuming a device would need to be Linux/Android to run these, any recommendations for a middle ground?

[@TechDweeb]

Any of the handheld gaming PCs would be a good choice (most are smaller than the deck). If you want a larger screen emulation-focused device then the Ayn devices (like the Odin Lite) would serve you well.

[@noelsilva8887]

Well this be my first retro portable system. Because I want one that build to be a retro system from the start. Because I’m afraid to get one of those micro cards and it messed up my Rog ally and I’m not good at those downloads

[@caposolomon8745]

Can you make a video explaining how to download more games into it? I like Force unleashed, Pata pong and final fantasy and would like to download it.

[@shantanukumar3524]

That button clicking sound was really interesting 😂

[@anothorestes]

I have a mini plus and a switch; I'm definitely looking for something bigger to complement the mini plus, but the x55 isn't quite it. I need something that can handle ps2 emulation. Powkiddy is taking preorders on the "RGB10MAX3" (such catchy names) which looks like it has the processing power, though the 5" 845*480 (weird aspect ratio) screen is inferior to the x55

[@dumtaminn]

Similiar situation here with you, got the miniplus for retro and switch for newer games, but looking for something that can play ps2 games, reply back if you have a suggestion for me!

[@anothorestes]

@@dumtaminn I recently got a samsung s23 ultra and a gamesir x2 pro, and it's a dream gaming setup. The phone is $25/month, and the controller was around $60. It can play *most* ps2 games upscaled at least 2x. Games like FFX look better than the remasters. And the controller comes with a free month of game pass ultimate, so I've been playing nothing but Starfield the last week, which is amazing handheld. I haven't touched my switch in months

[@dumtaminn]

@@anothorestes nice setup but im looking towards a dedicated handheld device more so than phone+controller because i play from time to time but i would like my son to play on it as well.

[@davefarley4318]

How long did your x55 take to boot? The first version of x55 , JELOS didn't support the x55. It worked but took a minute to boot. JELOS now supports the x55 and boots almost instantly.

[@DashingFox]

I'm curious about this also

[@TechDweeb]

I haven't tried Jelos yet. The x55 takes 20s to boot in the stock config.

[@davefarley4318]

I was under the impression that the x55 shipped with JELOS

[@davefarley4318]

I ordered 2 of them 15 days ago. Still waiting for slow boat from China. I have 2 new 16 gb micro SD cards and 2 new 256 gb SD cards just waiting.

[@gmoney0987]

Sleep mode is always one of those things people forget to mention, but it’s super important to me. Do you know if it can sleep and wake with this stock OS?

[@TechDweeb]

Yup, full proper sleep mode

[@gmoney0987]

@@TechDweeb sweet! Thanks dude

[@crystal_is_cozy]

Kindness Monster!! ❤ also, I wish this came in any other color, sigh.

[@TechDweeb]

He's a good little sidekick. Expect to see him again!

[@PhenMr]

🐱👊🏼Pow-kiddy👊🏼🐱 It get's me every time 😂❤

[@hobbiecomics]

I think he was one "POW KITTY" short at the end there.......I was confused..." why did he leave it out????

[@Cracky003]

You roll with full rom sets? I have like 3-15 games per system. Games I intend to play, like fully, I keep on the hand held. I have full rom sets, of course, just on SSD and cloud storage. When I finish the backlog, I buy a new handheld.... It's new handheld time, so here I am looking around. I like this, I've been on Gameboy style for so long(Original odroid go, rg300, miyoo mini), a big chungus could be fun.

[@AishRios]

POOWWWKKKIIIDDDDYYYYY!!!! it's very comfy but the loud clicks were a deal breaker for me

[@gotdangedcommiesitellyahwa6298]

Yup. That would get old real quick. Makes the misophonia flare up.

[@davidmedina531]

I ended up getting one , thanks for the info, but I can't figure out how to display it on my TV can you help

[@BLZN_Sn1ck]

When I get mine it better be as good as you say

[@frankysour]

Probably late to the party but as it seems to me there is more color choise now! Black (actually greyish) and white are there,and ven a green one... Will this bring it to 14 or even 15 x55s out of 16?

[@controllerspixelsplayers9202]

How was the Dreamcast experience on this? Been wanting a device that can handle Dreamcast efficiently but without breaking the bank... Specifically for a game known as Skies of Arcadia

[@saltykernel2169]

👌 one of the greatest RPGs ever made. I had a friend obsessed with it I was more of a Legend of the Dragoon guy.

[@wingsfromheaven8788]

Dreamcast requires frameskip=1 but runs quite smooth; good experience. N64 requires disabling the Hybrid filter. PS1 runs 2x but that res realistically requires auto-frameskip; otherwise no frameskip necessary at 1x res. PSP absolutely requires auto-frameskip=1, and still stutters slightly. PSP: Need for Speed Most Wanted is very playable at 1x res, which says it all for this device. TechDweeb mentioned that most performance settings don't require diving into RetroArch; very true. So easy to setup; therer's a shallow learning curve but it can be accomplished in 15 minutes with all these tweaks if you're familiar with Emulation Station, or maybe an hour with no experience.

[@wingsfromheaven8788]

BTW, I haven't tested Skies of Arcadia but I did setup hotkeys for disc management with multi-disc titles (to change discs) and it works great with PBP files in PS1 for sure.

[@evshrug]

My RK2023 has a mostly good Dreamcast performance at the original 480p VGA hi res mode. You can use a small frameskip; a lower resolution like 360p can improve performance too. Remember that these Dreamcast games were originally made for CRTs which usually had lower resolution than a 480p computer monitor… so they still look great at lower resolutions. The RK2023 has the same processor as the X55; the X55 has more RAM (whatever that does for emulation, IDK), but the RK2023 has a lower resolution screen (which definitely does improve emulation performance) at the same 480p resolution as the native Dreamcast could output in the VGA hires output mode. Skies of Arcadia is a great game: wonderful combo of Final Fantasy influence and Sega whimsy! I loved it at release time, treasured it. Another great RPG to look out for: Grandia II. In 2020, I tried to introduce both games to my wife; we never finished SoA, but she loved Grandia II! You can see monsters and flank or avoid them instead of random battles, so you feel a greater sense of agency, plus it seemed like I was always the right level to progress without intentionally grinding levels. Grandia II was also on just one GD-ROM, but it had more voice acting, the special spells were cool pre-rendered anime videos, and it may have been a longer game. So, put all that together, Grandia II may have aged a bit better, but both games are worth seeking out IMO!

[@sarahdaviscc]

You are a magical wizard!

[@michaels-h5539]

How will you compare this one with the RGB30 mainly for Arcade Shoot 'Em Ups? Which one you like more?

[@TechDweeb]

If you're here for vertical shmups (or GB/GBC/Pico8) definitely go for the RGB30. If you want more GBA or PSP or Dreamcast with widescreen hacks then go for the X55. They have the same processing power, they'll both run the same stuff. Both are amazing choices, they just have different screen shapes that work better for different stuff.

[@hdlts2]

I’ve had my eye on this, but with a modded PSP, 3DS, and Vita, plus a Switch, Steamdeck and now Miyoo Mini + (all set up with Onion thanks to your videos) it’s kind of hard to justify this even with the big screen and under $100. Plus I think my wife would kill me if I got another handheld, but it’s so nice!

[@muzafferturhan]

Just buy it already you impulse buyer you 😂

[@michaelnewman7248]

"my wife said if I bought another handheld shed leave me. I sure will miss her!"

[@hdlts2]

@@muzafferturhan haha already in my cart

[@hdlts2]

@@michaelnewman7248 Dr Mario will have to keep me warm at night now

[@AngryIT]

Same but with my hubby 🤣 I have a 35xx, miyoo mini+, powkiddy a66, rp3+, oled switch, and a steam deck. I may have a problem now that I typed that out….🤦🏾‍♀️

[@jobearesto9746]

Thanks for the video - Still liking the data from sfc2000 to be honest.. I have a RP2+ so I will pass the x55. Its cool but next purchase will probably be when the RP2+ fails.. its been going for a year now strong so wont be any time soon.

[@TechDweeb]

Rp2+ is such a great device. I was annoyed when they stopped going with that aesthetic with the 3. I still love picking up my 2+ for some N64

[@jobearesto9746]

@@TechDweeb yes I am letting my son experience the N64 on it. He loves Zelda on it

[@JustinLeeper]

Hey there. N00b question: I have a Super Console X2 Pro, and backed up the 256GB SD card. It uses Emualec and I think retroarch. Could I forgo getting an included SD card for this - instead buying a name-brand SD card on Amazon and copying over the roms I got from the other console (and the stuff I've since added - like PSone games with full audio)? Thanks for anyone who answers!

[@user-zs1lc9jz4s]

I like the poke kitty, X 55😊

[@piqone1]

If you had to choose between Trimui smart pro or Powkiddy x55 which at roughly the same price which would you choose? Is either more polished or better to use right out of the box?

[@prestonwood4558]

Between this device and the RGB30, sadly my 552 has now become obsolete

[@Ronsilk-pu5hr]

I really want this

[@blankfido7229]

What are your views about kt r1 ? Please make a video

[@NickTaylor-Phantom-Works2]

I'm looking for something just like this, in the 100 to 150 pound price range. We're absolutely swamped with these devices though. Is there something very much like this, but without the mega clicky shoulder buttons? What about ps2 emulation too, or game cube? Any advice or a recommendation on a video to watch would be massively appreciated mate.

[@kupallord7541]

Sir does it have a quality sd card out of the box? Or i need to buy a quality brand to replace the default sd card?

[@marlonrampersad8215]

So from the link you provided to buy the X55 from... the cards that come with games; is it worth it? Are all the games in English? if you get what im asking...

[@TechDweeb]

Yes the roms are english. The rom sets on this device are very well done actually, much cleaner than many of the other devices I've tested. I think you'll be happy with the library on this one.

[@Ruslan.88266]

Nothing like high definition screen tear !

[@wongwwy]

@TechDweeb, Hi Do you mind sharing what is the theme that you are showing in the video? I see this is the alekfull-nx theme, but when I use it from downloading from github, the text is extremely small for x55. I think it is for 1080p in a pc screen. How do you mean your text (I noticed in the gamelist) so big and clear? Does this theme come with the package? The one I got is around July this summer and it doesn't have that theme builtin. Thanks!

[@nakedluck11]

Do you have a game list for each SD card size?

[@MrPnutt916]

You are right! Wizard

[@bluebirdfreshies]

Love this device, but when I load games, on the sides of the screen it shows a picture of whatever game console game I am emulating, which reduces the aspect ratio. I adjusted the aspect ratio and this doesn’t take that away. Any recommendations?

[@BandoidView]

I'm not seeing a video link For the video on the X28, am I missing it?

[@TechDweeb]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/fGTInKCLg7N-fs0

[@Curryking32000]

Hi Mr Dweeb, I've just got my X55 and it has Jelos on it and only 3 basic themes. The one you've got is not on mine, have you got Emuelec on yours if so how do I get it on my x55? Jelos is missing vital features such as the ability to upload themes, no bezel project and it can't rotate the screen for vertical games.

[@TechDweeb]

Yeah mine is Emuelec. Not sure what you can do to get emuelec though. Maybe ask in the Retro Handhelds discord server, lots of helpful dweebs over there.

[@johnhanes3450]

You briefly mentioned hooking into a TV. Would you be able to sync a controller to it or is there a better plug and play option for the TV?

[@tldr365]

It has bluetooth support so yes you can sync another controller.

[@clausjahnel5379]

There's BT and Wifi, also it has an OTG USB slot... 🙂

[@clausjahnel5379]

Just looked it up, actually there doesn't seem to be BT/Wifi. But the OTG slot it definitely has, so connecting a cabled controller should work without problem.

[@TechDweeb]

Yes it has Bluetooth and wi-fi, I used both when I had it hooked up to the monitor as I showed in the video

[@johnhanes3450]

Thanks for the response about the Bluetooth. As far as a plug and play console, will it work fine or do you have one that you would recommend more?

[@evshrug]

Look 👀 X55 vs RK2023: I’m considering picking up an X55, even though I already own the less expensive and similar performing RK2023, and here’s why: The RK2023 is great; the 4:3 aspect screen is also unusually bright and colorful (better than a Steam Deck TBH), and the aspect ratio is perfect for the home console systems the handheld is capable of emulating. Dreamcast in 480p mode is gorgeous! The more square screen aspect makes for a more compact device with similar display size for 4:3 content: this means its pocketable size is better for trains and busses and other impulsive moments. With a smaller screen (and WiFi disabled/not included), it has lower performance requirements and battery life is estimated to last twice as long as the X55. The RK2023 is significantly cheaper than the X55 too; I saw mine on sale, where it was an impulse buy price. So, why am I considering the X55 anyway/in addition, and why am I bothering to make a comment where I think I have something to add to what @Tech Dweeb had to say? Well, let’s get the minor thing out of the way first: both handhelds use the same RK processor, though the X55 has 1 Gigglebyte more RAM. This means the X55 will at least perform as satisfactory as my RK2023 has, and maybe the RAM will help with Saturn and PSP games 🤷‍♂️. MORE importantly, I’m currently on my second week of a road trip, which I think will have a third week with me driving home, alone. With this perspective, I think the X55 ergonomics would be better for playing over an hour at campsites and hotels; the RK2023 doesn’t give me sore hotspots BUT it does numb my right hand. I don’t know the PSP or GBA library very well, but @TechDweeb made a good point that this portable system plays these portable-designed games well, and I would additionally highlight that these games will have larger fonts and menus intended for smaller screens. So, ironically, I would want the larger device for portable games 😂. It’s larger size would be no trouble while I’m traveling by car, and I would have the perfect bag for an airplane, and of course I don’t need to worry about pockets at home. Lastly, and perhaps the biggest selling point for me: the X55 includes Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. I didn’t bother spending the extra money for the RK2023 Black with Wi-Fi, because the only use for it would be Over The Air OS updates and album art, both of which I could also do from a computer. However, the X55 only costs a little more than the WiFi RK2023, and the Bluetooth is a MUCH more significant addition! With Bluetooth, I could use wireless headphones and speakers (both which could solve the issue of some standalone emulators not recognizing the RK2023’s volume buttons), but also Bluetooth really completes the “console” package to connect one or two wireless controllers while connecting the X55 to a home or hotel TV. Connecting a powered USB hub to an RK2023 and buying a SUPPORTED Bluetooth dongle is just too much jank for what I consider a portable system, so I doubt I’ll ever use the RK2023 HDMI out either. In summary? The RK2023 is a fantastic pocket-friendly budget friendly retro handheld, while the X55 succeeds as a hybrid home and travel handheld. The PowKiddy X28 tempts me too for the same reasons as the X55 + Android… but for retro gaming and the under $100 price point, the X55 is still really attractive.

[@TechDweeb]

Good notes, thanks for sharing this with us! I'm sure many will find it super helpful

[@evshrug]

@@TechDweeb Thanks for sharing your video! I really liked it 😃

[@myatko9246]

I ordered a blue one. Haven't tested it yet. My Miyoo Mini Plus died a month ago and I can't figure out why.

[@jackdoobie]

That's a lot of POW-KITTY!!! that goes there. I don't want to make my other POW-KITTY!!! jelly-ous, but maybe in the near future. Thanks, TD.

[@TechDweeb]

There is no replacement for the clamshell V90. That thing is an all-time classic. If I could have one wish it'd be an updated version of that thing.

[@Drivenby]

Miyoo flip sometime

[@CliftonRobinson12345]

Would you prefer this over the abernic RG556??

[@cleangoblin2021]

Wow. 3:2 aint bad. Good call

[@lunsj]

Who are the people who skip the specs? How do you know if it's gonna play your games if you don't know it has an RK3566 or T618 or whatever?

[@TygerBytes]

Did you need to update the OS in anyway after getting it?

[@TechDweeb]

Nope. Good to go out of the box

[@marleyandsmokeysplace4058]

I got mine finally and it doesn’t have the vice city? How do I get them added on my system x55

[@TechDweeb]

You can download any game you want and add it to your sd card into the system's folder.

[@marleyandsmokeysplace4058]

I wanna add games that are missing and I don’t know where I can do that..

[@johnmead2580]

I got my powkiddy x55, 128gb option, upgraded to 256gb, and got the latest version update 07/28/2023.... It F__N Rocks.... They have fixed the HDMI Issues with this update.....😍😃😀

[@TechDweeb]

Nice! What were the HDMI issues?

[@johnmead2580]

@@TechDweeb I watched retro game corps review of the powkiddy x55, he said there were issues with hdmi output , but that they should be fixed soon... and they were/are.. as of 07/28/2023... my .img version...

[@golferaddict85]

Did the 128 gb one come with Street Fighter 3: 2nd Impact and 3rd Strike?

[@MRCAB]

Honestly though, the specs font was difficult to read.

[@kuzuma-kun5488]

Hey bro i want to buy a handheld but im cofused between powkiddy v90 and datafrog sf 2000... Which one should i get?

[@TechDweeb]

V90 is a lot better than the sf2000. If you can afford the v90 definitely go for that.

[@kuzuma-kun5488]

@@TechDweeb thanks bro... Also if a custom firmware gets released for data frog sf2000 will you make a video?

[@jessequick6158]

Do i still have to get a better sd card and clone?