TOP 5 RETRO HANDHELDS!

[@jackamick]

I've got my snack and my drink ready. Wait... wrong channel.

[@ChrisGagner]

Unless that drink is root beer.

[@TechDweeb]

Russ doesn't own snacks and drinks. You can snack and drink here too. (Russ gave me permission to say that)

[@LessonsOnTheWeb]

Aww man, I made a snack and drink too. (pours in trash)

[@Ankjell]

@@jackamick lol

[@sahamal_savu]

Nah, this is the right channel. Russ is cool, but TechDweeb is the coolest 🤓

[@PythonDelta]

Techdweeb, youre my finest discovery all year. The sheer quality and heart in everything youre putting out is seriously commendable. Thank you sir

[@TechDweeb]

I really appreciate you saying so!

[@victoryeung2844]

TechDweeb, it is your fault, I was thinking just to buy a v10 for a easy pocket device but your video, I bought 406v, 406h, cubexx, v10, 10max3, your fault, your fault

[@Dr.Blader]

💀

[@kon_radar]

You mean the pixel perfect device for GBA games, right?

[@TechDweeb]

I feel no remorse

[@dawsoncjames]

It was the cube. It has taken the dweebs humanity... He will make us buy EVERYTHING! (From litnxt)

[@Dr.Blader]

@@TechDweeb Hi techdweeb! Plz review mini consoles Like the NES or SNES Classic, would very neat

[@thefrozengoat]

Miyoo Mini Plus is my absolute favorite. The perfect little time capsule. You summed it up perfectly. Takes me back to a simpler time.

[@analogctrl9895]

Oh boy early morning TechDweeb!

[@GreenTeaViewer]

Late night

[@RANDOMEFACTS-st2ve]

Afternoon

[@MistahDarcy]

Miyoo Mini lives permanently in my pocket and is essential for camping trips. However, the Retroid Pocket 5 is seriously awesome for wifi connected RetroAchievements and PSP nostalgia.

[@DC-YTC]

The Square, Flip & Miyoo Mini plus are definitely on here

[@TJZTechShow]

For me, it’s the RG28xx that I keep coming back to. Love the size and form factor of that little guy

[@Gardi93]

I love the miyoo mini+ it plays everything I would want to play on a retro handheld and it’s easy to take with me on trips.

[@Kashmir1089]

I love the way Canadians say "sorry" lol

[@TechDweeb]

Sorry about that

[@EthanCarey-p8k]

Underrated response 😂​@@TechDweeb

[@alexs-mind]

With most of the top 5 being ones that just came out this year, makes me think this list will change next year, and number one is the only one that will be consistent. Just shows how intense and quickly technology inproves, despite also quality getting worse. But i digress. Plus, I cant complain because i own 2 of the 5 you mentioned.

[@aydenross7605]

Dude, i genuinely appreciate you being you, i guess we are both children cause i chuckled and enjoyed your opener here A LOT. Found ur channel today looking for christmas gift ideas and ive always loved handhelds but never felt comfortable enough to drop a ton of money on something i dont understand, you have completely explained so many of these handhelds i feel safe buying one now. THank you, lifetime sub gained

[@TechDweeb]

Haha nice. Glad I could give you a laugh and help you out!

[@CitrusArchitect]

Just discovered you tech dweeb and have been binging lots of your reviews. Love your style, love your voice, and I love this vid because I'm not so good at the numbers and tech stuff - I just like cool looking handheld devices!

[@TechDweeb]

Nice to hear it! And welcome :D

[@jacobclements1582]

The miyoo mini is freaking crazy man and I think it was you're channel that help me correctly instal the onion os on it!!

[@KatDoomsong]

Key takeaway: TechDweeb loves to randomly whip it out in public.

[@TechDweeb]

Not random. It's always a carefully considered decision as to when I whip it out for maximum effectiveness.

[@KatDoomsong]

@@TechDweeb I stand corrected.

[@kennethd4958]

My favorites are my Odin and my RGB30. Definitely my most used handhelds.

[@MarkMark]

i predict that one of techdweeb's most favoritestest handheld is the one that can play adventure time. ; )

[@MarkMark]

called it!! ;) my top two favorites are miyoo mini plus (when i am home) and miyoo mini (when i am out and about). ; )

[@dimijansen]

Started out my retro handheld journey 3 months ago with the TSP. It is amazing. Because of this list I've now also pulled the trigger on the Flipzizzle. Thanks TechDweeb >_

[@derelictfields]

I'm not surprised to see the Miyoo Mini on your list 🙂 I'm new to the Mini but it has a certain mojo I can't explain. As for my top handhelds, I don't have many but my picks would be the Miyoo Mini as well and the Anbernic RG40XXH. I choose the latter because of the big screen and form factor that's really comfortable for me for all the games I want to play.

[@retropulse03]

Interesting selection. I think the RPMini is my favorite handheld so far. It's just missing Z & C buttons sadly.

[@adamkane7513]

I too prefer the original 2.8" Miyoo Mini over the 3.5" MM+ model.

[@christianhaines9150]

I'm looking at getting one. Can I ask why ?

[@adamkane7513]

@christianhaines9150 It is so small I can take it with me everywhere. My hands are more likely to cramp on the bigger MM+ for some strange reason. I can play certain games one handed. Those are the 3 reasons I prefer the 2.8" original. Obviously, Onion OS on both of them is great. 3rd party protection is a must. I have a silicone skin that fits snuggly and I still squeeze it into the supplied case.

[@I4getTings]

I love them both. I almost always go for the plus, though. I do wear size Large gloves, so maybe that is why.

[@jackdoobie]

I dunno if you've heard about my favorite handheld it's kind of obscure, but I think it is called the POW-KITTY!!! V90. It players everything I need it to on the go and it has a flip form so it never needs a case which makes it super pocketable. You should check it out if you haven't already.

[@TechDweeb]

Sounds like a fun doodad. I should probably buy 3 of them.

[@RetroGamerDesigns]

I loved it at first but the Button’s weren’t great so I sold and bought a Miyoo Mini +

[@michaelphillips1095]

My favourite handheld is the RG351P. I've had it for 4 years and it's never let me down. Been on holiday, on the train, played in bed. It's my pal. Seen hundreds of videos on new handhelds and never been compelled to get a new one until now. I'm waiting for my pre-ordered Retro Pocket 5 to be delivered. So excited! Love your videos 😊

[@GhostOfSparta64]

Totally agree, a great machine still to this day. Love it.

[@ttocsisme]

Only one I own after 2 years of being into these devices. My battery is dying, though. Been using a hacked 3ds lately

[@michaelphillips1095]

@ttocsisme sorry to hear the battery is dying. Mines held its own for ages I've been lucky 👍

[@kamranmammadli5850]

I have both rg351p and rg28xx, my rg351 with amberelec performs better than stock os on rg28xx..lol

[@Zero-wl7oe]

Im new to it all and I was just watch a vid on the miyoo mini plus. I don't know which one to get.

[@mrpoppitt2881]

Hey TechDweeb, another great video! Would you consider making a video of knulli? Installation process and an overview of it perhaps? Looks like a brilliant OS!

[@TechDweeb]

Yup! kzbin.info/www/bejne/g4ezhqhod7yop9k

[@jmxtoob]

What i don't really get about the SNES scaling is that we all used 4:3 TVs back in the day - that is, the "accurate" scaling would be to have non-square pixels on a 4:3 display, rather than a closer to square screen, no?

[@benc.5558]

Those 4:3 sets were also analog cathode ray tube sets that worked fundamentally differently than modern liquid crystal displays or active matrix organic light emitting diode displays. Each pixel from the source signal didn't have to try to match up 1:1 with a pixel that the screen was capable of displaying like they do today. They all sort of smushed and blended into each other in a way that introduced plenty of its own artifacts, but not the same kind of artifacts you get from improperly scaling a digital signal. If you've got a lot of pixel density to work with and/or a lot of processing power to apply shader effects, you can try to replicate that analog look to greater or lesser success, but when you're dealing with a cheap LCD screen and just enough processing power to do the basic emulation work but not much more, integer scaling and native aspect ratio is the way, because you're getting big chunky pixels either way, but at least they're ACCURATE big chunky pixels.

[@MrSujano]

UGreen has been killing it lately! Glad you collabed with them :) Oddly enough, I agreed with most on your list!

[@TechDweeb]

Haha yeah they're makin' the rounds lately huh? Now you got me curious, what would your list be?

[@vitoredi]

I genuinely love your humor sense, I smile on every of your videos that I've seen; thanks for the info and the hard work!

[@raniel0511]

Im glad to say I'm a child at heart, I laughed at the intro

[@clyde2801]

Turns out TechDweeb's great, great, great, great, great, great grandson will star in the perennial Twenty Fifth Century movie hit, "Ow, My Balls!".

[@I4getTings]

I live in Austin, and worked at costco when that movie came out. The actor who played that part used to come in all the time.

[@RetroGamerDesigns]

😂😂😂

[@EliHank]

My list: 1. RG 406 V 2. RG CubeXX 3. RG28XX 4. RG40XXV 5. Miyoo Mini + Obviously my own subjective list of the retro handhelds I own atm. I love my Miyoo Mini V4 but the thing is too tiny even for my tiny manlet hands :[. Haven't touched it since I got my RG28XX which is much more comfortable for me 👍

[@TechDweeb]

Solid list. I was actually playing with my 28xx the other day and was reminded how much I like it

[@nirvanaprojun]

406v， really very nice！almost perfect，like always，almost forever😂

[@Seltendenker]

@@TechDweeb Firmware Options are Solid, its crazy powerfull for how small it is and, probably most important for a true everyday handheld, cheap to replace if broken.

[@EliHank]

@@TechDweeb Yeah, love that thing seriously. It goes everywhere with me now. All my other handhelds stay at home 🤣

[@EliHank]

@@nirvanaprojun It's soo good ! Didn't expect to enjoy the 406V this much but here I am lol. I can't think of anything I don't like about that chunky boi 🖤

[@briandrumgold642]

Very cool TechDweeb!! The Retro Pocket 5 is pretty cool. And yes we love dancing and those hands my guy ☺️👍🏽

[@unlazinessboyo]

I love the Miyoo A30 because of portability and it's beautiful

[@busbybinne]

I laughed so I guess I am a child. Since I'm a child, I'm confused on what else you could harden other than your heart....(LOL). Your humor is why I never miss a video. Thank you

[@jhale1019]

Best intro to date.

[@STR82DVD]

Miyoo Mini, the one you rule them all. Agreed. Like you, I've a ton of these critters but yeah, my Miyoo Mini never leaves my kit bag.

[@NickGuelker]

Any plans to make a video about the Trimui Brick? I ordered one a few days ago because I was pretty sure I'd love it. But, your opinion would be my most appreciated.

[@TechDweeb]

Yup! Mine got stuck in the mail due to the Canada Post strike, but they are sending me another one via a different shipping service so my review will be late but it will be coming

[@maddoggaming1171]

I can’t wait for your review because the moment I saw that device I was hooked. Idk why but I just love the aesthetic.

[@EliasPfaiffer]

Without crossmix OS that device is for the basket... Hope the CFW is coming

[@NickGuelker]

@@EliasPfaiffer Crossmix is being worked on. But the real winner will be Knulli, and it is also in the works by the devs. It might take some time, but there will be no shortage of custom software

[@TheM750]

I bought a 406V a few weeks ago thanks to you. I hope you're happy.

[@TechDweeb]

The 406V is amazing. Definitely the best vertical you can get for sub $200

[@TheM750]

@@TechDweeb Sweet! It's my first handheld. I've built RetroPie systems, and MAME cabinets, so I'm excited to have something portable.

[@tonimathias-grumley6631]

I too have the same Miyoo Mini V4 you have and I absolutley love it! The form factor is what makes it for me and it plays all of my favorite retro consoles the best! And Onion OS is the best IMHO.

[@TheTJP195]

The literal first thing I said when you asked me to guess was the cube xx and then it showed up on my screen. So predictable tech dweeb that’s why we love you

[@TechDweeb]

I'm an open book

[@Dracossaint]

What a lovely video to wake up to. Good morning

[@Paintjeezy]

The indigo Retroid Pocket 2S is hands down my favorite. I have put I know 300hrs+ into Fire Red alone on it. The speakers are incredible, the controls are excellent. It makes me want to play games.(And I personally don’t think the screen is too small)

[@markalexander5578]

That pocket dmg looks really good.

[@cow77cow]

For that price should be good

[@Frecklefish80]

Ayn Odin 2. I love it. Can play anything. Looks great. Feels great. Trying to resist the call of the Ayn Odin 2 Portal 😆

[@twoinchrpinchr6040]

Once you have an Odin 2, you don't need another device. I've had it since launch and I have zero desire to buy another device yet.

[@Frecklefish80]

I failed to resist. The Portal has been ordered 🤦‍♂️

[@twoinchrpinchr6040]

@@Frecklefish80 failure to resist is only a negative if there is regret, is there any?

[@Frecklefish80]

@@twoinchrpinchr6040 0% regret 😂😂

[@lookingforwookiecopilot]

1. RG Nano for my pants pocket 2. RG28xx for my jacket pocket 3. Trimui Pro to play my childhood arcade games on a 5" screen 4. RG 280v to put on my shelf to look at (its so pretty) 5. ,..to be determined. Maybe the Retroid Pocket Mini?

[@davidsapir9638]

The Odin 2 Pro is the greatest hand held I've ever played, can't say enough great things about it. So glad I went with the Rainbow variant too, it looks so clean.

[@EliasPfaiffer]

GOAT

[@jimmerseiber]

That intro was so relatable brother haha p.s. I hope you check out the trimui brick. Its so good.

[@DNAMobileGaming]

00:20 I saw his neck! 😂

[@TechDweeb]

Neck reveal

[@RetroGamerDesigns]

It’s Necktacular!!

[@briirene3156]

My husband is about to be sick of me 🤣🤣 putting all of these on my Christmas list

[@GarbagePailKids-yp6wq]

More tech dweeb content…gotta say it was a good day

[@whoever_81]

I love your picks! 😍 Holy shit UGREEN is really pushing their Uno Series chargers. They are sponsoring EVERYONE

[@PinkDan12345]

I don’t wanna brag but I guessed your top 5. Does that make me a dweeb fan boy? …yes, yes it does

[@TechDweeb]

You win!

[@Broodjemetbeleg]

noooooo, why another ahahah just ordered one. also you are insane, the amount of high quality videos you upload at this pace. thank you!!!

[@TechDweeb]

Thanks for saying so buddy!

[@braddahl2098]

Very agreeable list Mr. TB! Waiting for the RP5 and now I ordered the SQUAZIZZLE! Also made me go back and watch the Squazizzle review. That one should earn you some sort of award, really cool idea of injecting all that *dark* story telling into a review.

[@italicx7115]

Now narrow it down to 3! I went with the rp5 as my first retro handheld(still waiting for it to arrive🥺), been using my phone s24u with controller.. it works. And its an emulation beast, but its not the same as a dedicated device, iv still got my original transparant purple gbc from when i was like 12, cant wait to be able to just pick up my phone for phone things, and my doodads for gaming. Thanks for another entertaining and enjoyable video dweeb! X

[@TechDweeb]

Okay. For 3, I'll go with the DMG (because it's good for square stuff too), the RP5 (because I need a widescreen device), and the Miyoo Mini (that will ALWAYS be with me, no matter what)

[@ZendraZen]

​@@TechDweebcan I ask which mini? Plus or V4?

[@SweBeach2023]

It's amazing how quickly handhelds have improved. It's only a few shorts years since they could barely emulate SNES while being of overall very low quality with bad buttons, no wifi, crappy TN panels etc.

[@PatrickGoodspeed]

My favorite is the RG ARC

[@westsidelester]

0:41 Masterful choice of sound effect 🤌 "Arr! My groin!"

[@beefmaster7]

I would love to know more about multiplayer capabilities of handhelds. How easy is it to play 2-player gba games with any of these?

[@Miister00]

Real, i wish people could possibly edit the roms to be able to play multiplayer on the same wifi network for example. And maybe someone could run a dedicated server to connect online with other people from the world? Add a server list? Idk just an idea. Let’s hope someone reads this

[@fullyproblematic]

That pre-built Miyoo Mini and MM+ Onion OS Micro SD card from Litnxt is the bomb. I would definitely recommend it with a MM or MM+ to a beginner. They won't have to fook around setting things up and collecting ROM collections. Plus it has the Tech Dweeb theme! "It just works." - Todd Howard (But really, it does work!)

[@Mr.RMartinez]

I appreciate and love your videos, dweeb! Cheers from the south of the planet and the land of samba

[@dr.pakadoc717]

I probably won’t watch many more of these because it is not a hobby for me. But, your videos are informative and entertaining. I’ll remember to like when I watch. Thanks.

[@TechDweeb]

That's all good. Thanks for sticking around :)

[@dr.pakadoc717]

@ Hey. Real quick if you have time. I’m new at this and want one which is easy to play out the box with responsive buttons/sticks.Thanks.

[@Skyverb]

Mine would have to be: -The Flipzzizzle (for portability and comfort) for my main device. -My modded Switch for widescreen consoles, or ones neededing/preferring an analogue stick. -And my phone for Ps2, and Gamecube. It's been pretty fun collecting physical cartridges and discs and turning my collection digital with devices like the GB Operator, disc readers etc. and having almost my entire collection in my pocket at all times (don't have a N64 reader/writer yet). Consoles newer than Ps2 and Gamecube I don't emulate as I don't need to. I just use the actual consoles. Edit: typos

[@kingmouseofficial6488]

Could a modded switch run ps2 and gamecube? I’ve been thinking about modding mine, but those are the main things I’m looking for

[@Skyverb]

@kingmouseofficial6488 For PS2 and GameCube I would look for something else friend (laptop, PC, Phone if u have a decent ones works too). Mine runs pretty much everything the SP runs- but more emphasis on PS1 and Dreamcast. The switch runs PS2 but not super playable tbh. And Gamecube is hit or miss if you run Lakka as OS on it. Hope this helps.

[@kingmouseofficial6488]

@@Skyverb Ok, thanks for the response, I can’t get the ps2 emulator to run on my pc , so I’m looking for an alternative that isn’t $200

[@Skyverb]

@kingmouseofficial6488 Is your PC giving performance issues, or not starting the games? If you have a decent smartphone (doesn't have to be fancy at all) they run PS2 and GameCube really decently. My GF gave me a telescopic controller and that's how I play mine for now (saving for a handheld for those).

[@kingmouseofficial6488]

@@Skyverb It’s just not starting the games, what emulator do you use for phone?

[@Bioniclefan21]

I love the metal RG405M. It does everything I want it to do!

[@Surai00]

I really enjoy the SP for traveling and stuff. My only gripe is that I like MuOS, but I also want to use a Bluetooth controller and plug it into the TV sometimes.

[@ChippingawayatOCD]

Brilliant work young man 🙌🥳❤️

[@achaziel]

So far my fave is the KTR1. Yes it has its flaws, but the 3:2 screen, the screen to body ratio, the battery, the way underrated G99 chip and the fact it's still pocketable as hell .... it's special.

[@حسینعصمتی-ض4و]

Can you please make a video of best retro accessories and things like that

[@rphntw1n]

I got 2 right. I thought you’d pick the RG30 over the cube. MMv4 all day though!

[@Lisa313shoe]

Wow love your selection mine is everyone you have except the DMG any miyoo plus I would add the trimui smart pro and the rg40H as mine great video thanks for sharing 😊

[@superangrybrit]

Your #1 is also my #1. Still don't regret buying it. I want the other colours too and an minor updated hardware. 😁

[@mustafakacar4289]

No love for the RG35XX plus ?

[@RetroGamerDesigns]

No.

[@Fonz128]

8:43- 8:47 That’s friggin awesome!

[@TMoneyMKE]

Your favorite was a surprise for sure! I prefer the Plus because the mini feels too cramped and tiny for my meaty paws

[@DanP2402]

My picks would be- Odin 2, RP Mini, Flipzizzle, Miyoo Mini Plus and Miyoo A30

[@rjsprojects]

Steam Deck and Miyoo Mini, all I need.

[@vincemartinson06]

at 2:45, I'm gonna guess #1 is your miyoo mini.

[@vincemartinson06]

11:43 I KNEW IT!

[@TechDweeb]

I'm an open book

[@captainwasel8377]

Petition to have TechDweeb dance on every video 🤣

[@clinshane8894]

Rg arc s The best D pad I own . . And games that require diagonals work as good as native . I love it .

[@adamkane7513]

I grew up with Sega, I need to get a newer handheld console with the circle D-Pad. I have a Retroid pocket 1 & OpenPandora.

[@Gliiitch305]

It was sad not to see the chaunky fella but u got a lot of good options 😂❤

[@chimrichalds81]

I wanted to list my predictions, but I'm bad at following directions, and I was too excited to hear your picks! Since my miyoo minis have both broken from drops (the recent one broke even with the tech Dweeb theme on it😢), My 2 favorites currently are the Rg406V for retro aspect ratios, and RP4pro for modern ratios. I miss the pocketability of the Miyoo mini... I bring my 406V to work in a backpack every day, and I'm replaying a bunch of retro games with crt shaders for some nostalgia and to ease the loss of my minis.

[@jensdeclerck592]

Just ordered the miyo mini plus for only 33€. My son turns 8 next month and I think he wil love it. Kind regards from Belgium dweeb.

[@GhostOfSparta64]

My RG351P and Miyoo Mini + covers all my needs 👍. Love them both.

[@michaelphillips1095]

@GhostOfSparta64 yes another 351p owner!! Been playing mine for 4 years. Love it 😀

[@BennyBoxx]

Loch ness monster is attacking and Tech Dweeb is busy finding his 5 devices.

[@VRBug]

Best channel Eva. ❤

[@urielalbertosanchezm]

My everyday handheld is a red Powkiddy V90 with a ton of relaxing pixel art lofi music and my favorite retro games, my other 2 devices are a custom transparent green GBC (for playing my Zelda cartridges) and a custom blue-purple metallic GBA SP with flash card for playing Pokémon hackroms, my next device (is about to arrive) is an Anbernic CubeXX and the last one I want to buy in a near future will be a RG353M (metallic purple) that looks so elegant

[@VladlustTV]

My guess before I see the rest of the video is that the Miyoo Mini will definitely be there! If I had to guess another one I'll go with the Anbernic 35XXSP

[@johnweir8936]

Really thought the Flipzizzle would be your number 1 Tech Dweeb! Agree with the Miyoo mini,it’s a great device,I love mine too but prefer the + version for my big hands.

[@OtterMachine]

Your video on the Miyoo Mini "this is the one" inspired me to buy one, I'm just waiting for delivery. I cannot wait!!! I grew up on NES, MD and PS1 so its perfect. I love small devices, so I reckon it will be THE DEVICE for me as well. I've done plenty emulation on my original PSP but I would prefer a 4:3 aspect ratio and crispier pixels. I also do plenty emulation on my high end smart phone but its a pain and touchscreen sucks. Having a dedicated device for retro games is where its at!!!

[@dedpehto]

1) Rg35xx H - as my pocket daily driver for everywhere 2) RP4pro - as powerful, but small lightweight device for trips, vacation etc. 3) Odin2pro - as my "at home" and "in bed" daily driver

[@normalaccountvikramaditya]

"I hardened my heart... amoung other things" -Tech Dweeb💀💀

[@X862go]

The best one is the one already have.

[@jacobclements1582]

Miyoo minis great and I love being reminded about it

[@frankysour]

LOVE the "my x favourite handhelds" or "best x handhelds ever made" kind of video, since I realized I always have to consider them as "x-1 handhelds". This because... One spot is always for the miyoo mini or mini plus.......... which is mostly fine, I love my V4, it's just that it seems to me to be a little too much praised. This being said... Great video! Well... As always :)

[@RetroVGs]

The advancement of these handheld devices have been impressive! Soon we will have videos of "retro" retro handhelds

[@DeathsNitemareShepardOfHope]

Haa! Did you see? That handheld hit him right in the winky. 😆👍

[@TechDweeb]

Fun fact: That's the "Football in the groin" sound from the Simpsons :)

[@DeathsNitemareShepardOfHope]

@TechDweeb that's exactly what I was thinking about when it happened 😆👍

[@KDiaz-hy1xx]

Curious to see if the TrimUI dethrones the Miyoo

[@KudoYoung]

Gave my Miyoo mini + to my little brother recently and have been pondering on which one to replace it with.

[@RetroGamerDesigns]

Get another Miyoo mini plus - you can play two player via wifi.

[@Valoric]

12:19 PHRASING

[@mjdf122]

Every day a new handheld is born

[@arturhirsch2908]

How about a shader setup video for the ayaneo pocket dmg next? The hardware is perfectly capable of a lot shadder combinations as well as the 8:7 screen ratio makes it a perfect example for playing around with different shaders, overlays and scaling ❤

[@TechDweeb]

For sure, I definitely think a pocket DMG guide would be in the cards