WAIT! Before you Buy the RG405M (Review)

[@retrohandhelds]

What do you think about this one? Launches March 28th 18:00 (with a 3 days count down) beijing time, early bird price will be 167.99 usd for the first 48 hours , afterwards it is 177.99 us (+ shipping)

[@Admiral_Gonzo_III]

Insta-buy

[@amdgamer1990]

170 for this? Just put $30 more I can get the Odin lite

[@jameswiggle]

besides shoulder button issue it is 99% great...but for anyone new to rg405m...I recommend them making sure the shoulder button switches are blue not black

[@izzynobre]

I love how much this industry has been blowing up in these last 5 years!

[@retrohandhelds]

Right?

[@paulgarcia6259]

Me too, but then also there is an influx of generic devices and reviewers.

[@whatsindansgarage2542]

If the Chinese don’t make them nobody will since larger companies fear of lawsuits from the usual suspect.

[@thefreshtowel9815]

"Now I did make this handheld...." genuinely made me laugh out loud 😂 This unit looks super nice and I like those hall sticks!

[@albertrobertkulcsar7686]

Was that a jab at retrobreeze? :)))

[@thefreshtowel9815]

@@albertrobertkulcsar7686 no I think takis new video about the RP3

[@albertrobertkulcsar7686]

@@thefreshtowel9815 oh yeah shit, got it mixed up. 😂 That's what I was thinking about

[@kev16]

Loved it. Savage

[@retrohandhelds]

We love our Udon! Had to poke a lil fun tho. 😝

[@komrade788]

Nice and fast review. The handheld also looks ok and nice to see no widescreen but 4:3 because it is mostly for playing retro games.

[@sca8217]

"I made this handheld" Shots fired!!

[@REVOLVERE]

I'm ordering one of these as soon as they become available. I got my first retro handheld, the RG35XX, a few months ago and I'm loving it so far. But I want a nice, compact horizontal layout that can run N64, Dreamcast and a couple other platforms that I can't play on my 35XX.

[@ahb12000]

I am thinking the same, but i am not sure should i wait for better cpu and shoulders buttons

[@Qce-i6d]

I just bought this. Glad i did, its incredible!

[@_dracz_]

"I did build thi-" We see what you did there 😏

[@ChrissyFreitas]

"Green is the new color for 2023." I really hope so! My favorite color needs some love! It is insane how fast these retro handhelds have evolved over time! This handheld looks very sleek! The new Fantastic SN30 controllers (the non-Pro) from 8BitDo are very nice and I want both colors or at least two green ones!

[@retrohandhelds]

You and me both!

[@harrylung2002]

When aspect ratio is 4:3, dpad should default to top.

[@Pridetoons]

I agree that Anbernic's D-Pad is King however this Controller layout makes perfect sense because most people will be playing PSP up to PS2 games on this device.

[@wordsmith451]

🧠💪🏼🤪

[@medikohl]

@@Pridetoons doesn't that make a lower joystick make even more sense then?

[@9unslin9er]

I really wish they would use 3DS style circle pads instead of the joysticks, and just put dedicated L3 R3 buttons on the back. It's much more ergonomic for flat devices like this. Where you're really using more the tip of your thumbs rather than the interphalangeal joint.

[@TheSfaok]

Weird that they’re out in people’s hands and there’s still no price or official release date.

[@retrohandhelds]

These shipped a lot faster than normal. I think FedEx over performed.

[@MrOwais21]

@@retrohandhelds yeah but that’s not what he’s talking about

[@retrohandhelds]

@@MrOwais21 Anbernic did this a few times last year as well, it usually meant the launch date was days away. We often don't get a lot of communication leading up to these landing in our mailboxes, and then all the info drops in a flurry. Stay tuned!

[@ZeginMakesMusic]

It's out now. I just overpaid for one on Amazon

[@retrotechdad]

"He's having a bad day" 🤣🤣😅😅 Love ya Stubbs.

[@retrohandhelds]

🥲🤗

[@dracquiteur.4730]

That diss to Taki was hilarious!

[@jyllianrainbow7371]

I already have a Retroid Pocket 3+, but I might get one of these since most of the games I play are meant to be in 4:3. I also like the metal shell.

[@DTrux-v8f]

I can see did “Taki create this” 🤔 becoming a meme & I just wanna let you know I’m all for it

[@nerdloftgaming]

Man, things have come a long way since the days of Open Pandora. Beautiful device, may give up my Steam Deck for reals, haha

[@cho-v4n]

Thanks Stubbs! 2023 the year of t618 😂. It's the new rk3326... At least it's a decent enough chipset though. Hopefully, whatever the next chipset that gets used in a bunch of devices is should be good enough to get to that GC PS2 tier (more than a handful)

[@hardjohnson1457]

Man, if only the KTR1 had that 4:3 aspect screen.

[@KyleRuggles]

KTR1 actually has a better screen imo, that aspect ratio works well for both 4:3 and 16x9 games. 3:2 is awesome!

[@iamnotyourbuddyGUY]

If the KTR1 wasn’t delay.

[@wordsmith451]

I wish they'd have released this instead of the 505. This looks a lot more polished. I'm not buying a device every time they do an incremental upgrade, though.

[@FrowningTaco]

Inline shoulder buttons and triggers kill both the KTR1 and this for me.

[@Servaas]

Did it ever get annoying or noticeable hot during play Stubbs? Very excited about this release!

[@retrohandhelds]

It gets warm starting at PS2 & GC, but never got "hot" while pushing the CPU. Not enough where its uncomfortable. I do look forward to the Pocket Flip which has active cooling, just to avoid this issue entirely.

[@bigemugamer]

If you don't like it, cut the retaining strap out of your case lol then curse the gods when your device accidentally falls out when opening or closing it. =P

[@inconspicuousalien519]

I have a metal rg353, and I don't like it as much as I thought I would. I wish I got a plastic version instead. No hdmi output is a deal breaker for me. Think I'll get a retroid pocket 3 plus in clear purple.

[@teknique8292]

3:05 shots fired!!!!! Lmao

[@piercewiederecht5135]

I wonder how many noticed the Taki burn

[@KyleRuggles]

Not bad! I'd like to see this go head to head with the KT-R1. Does this have video out like their other handhelds?

[@maxiynacho]

Is it true that Taki created the Retro Handhelds channel?

[@retrohandhelds]

In a way 🤔😋

[@gnawtsatyr8865]

You had me at Wii

[@davidlukerice]

3:04 lol, the shade

[@iamnotyourbuddyGUY]

Hope they release a “P” version

[@retrohandhelds]

Same, in greeeen!

[@iamnotyourbuddyGUY]

@@retrohandhelds Green the color of>>>>>

[@retrohandhelds]

@@iamnotyourbuddyGUY YEAH, THANKS ZU! 😝

[@titotom4190]

taki made this

[@mariosjpaulo]

My left shoulder buttons have a very metallic sound, the right soulder buttons sound normal. Very noticeable.

[@freeslickpulla]

With all due respect, because I truly love your content and the person you seem to be, but does the name Stubbs come from your right thumb? lol

[@emperorpenguin1456]

Where did you buy your RG35XX buttons on 09:39 9:39

[@namcojr]

Just get an Odin Lite instead. I have both and the 405M will now be sold because it just can't match it. Awesome console but 640x480 and only 4" lost it for me.

[@POST_M0RTEM]

would love to see daijisho on this.

[@tuantihero]

Does it come with pre-installed games?

[@turnbasedtoddy7664]

Wait, if the screen is only 480p why would you use 2x resolution for ps2 games? Don’t they natively run at 480p?

[@CloudyNebula]

So, correct me if I'm wrong. Specs-wise it has the exact same components as the RP3+/Flip? CPU, GPU and RAM are the same, if I'm not mistaken.

[@retrohandhelds]

Correct 💯

[@CloudyNebula]

@@retrohandhelds Good to know! Thx for clarifying, that way I can make a better judgement on which one would be the best fit for me.

[@ninjason57]

Part of me wanted to order the KTR1 but I was hesitant and now i missed out on the first batch shipment :( Im assuming the KT will be more powerful than this device?

[@guscrist9710]

Yes, I was lucky enough to get one before the creators pay pal went to shit

[@Pridetoons]

Yes the KT-R1 is far more powerful than the RG405M. The KT-R1 has a Helio G99 Chipset. Which is far more powerful than the RG405M. However since the Handheld's not made by a Company the Build Quality may be Questionable. I bought the GameForce Chi and my L2 Shoulder Button broke. I NEVER received a replacement.

[@japanesemickeymouse6694]

I use the anlog stick for pokemon its better then a dpad

[@Obessed-with-Jesus]

Do come preloaded with games Or you have to add your own?

[@retrohandhelds]

Comes preloaded (if you buy the version with an SD card)

[@Obessed-with-Jesus]

@@retrohandhelds what version is that?

[@retrohandhelds]

@@Obessed-with-Jesus looking at the store page now, it looks like every version has games actually. Link in our description. 👍

[@Obessed-with-Jesus]

Thank you so much for the information! I will be buying from the link they’re sold out already

[@retrohandhelds]

@@Obessed-with-Jesus for sure, luckily not sold out, they just aren't on sale yet, available on March 28th

[@Pridetoons]

I hate the Xbox Controller layout but it makes perfect sense here.

[@retrohandhelds]

Agreed!

[@joshruinsgames]

Screen is 480p max right? is there anything that really needs upscaled beyond possibly 1.5 or 2x

[@retrohandhelds]

Correct, 2x should generally be the max on this. I tried beyond that just to see where the CPU's limit was.

[@hajimbomc1667]

3:05 😂

[@mackw919]

A slight jab😂

[@CuriousTinkering]

Why not update Duckstation? Is the current version bad?

[@retrohandhelds]

Just Aether as far as I know, but didn't want to take a chance since it's the same dev.

[@MisterBrodo]

Why didn't you play any of the higher end games longer than 10 seconds??

[@retrohandhelds]

This is just focusing on the hardware mostly, I'm making a longer video with a showcase section shortly. 🍻

[@jbnetosilva]

i really laugh at 3:04

[@harleyprosser210]

Just bought this to play legacy of goku 2 tbh

[@saqqawattuhb7505]

This vs KT-R1🧐

[@guscrist9710]

The KT-R1 is already better with a 7000 mah battery that is said to last up to 7 hours on ps2 and a more powerful processor as well as 8gb instead of 4gb

[@amdgamer1990]

Kt r1 ,has bigger screen more memory faster gpu

[@retrohandhelds]

Well, this exists and will be in people's hands soon, which is a definite plus over the KT R1. - Xoxoxo Gary

[@RenshoYT]

One exists, one doesn't. Ask again when the KT is a real product, though hopefully it is good when that day someday comes

[@jeslynlane]

gamecube? i JUST got a 353m haha dangit but if this one plays ps2 and gamecube well...

[@anbernicguy]

No Linux? Damn!

[@imthatguy7394]

Mentions that the buttons are easier for your thumbs Looks at your right thumb 💀

[@Surai00]

Do people buy metal shell devices because they like aesthetics or because of a perceived increase in durability? With no IP rating, I can't imagine durability is an actual factor. And what's up with aluminum chassis devices when magnesium chasis has been a superior choice for like 5 or 6 years? It's lighter, and costs are similar. It's 2023, I'm blown away that nobody is making carbon fiber shells or using a carbon alloy for the chassis. I do like the look of the metal, but I don't see it adding any actual value beyond appearance and hand feel. I.e. it's a gimmick.

[@Servaas]

If you never held an aluminum handheld you don't know. Much like crack, I would imagine. The feel is like stepping into a nice Toyota or a high-end Mercedes. Both will serve you, but you constantly feel the CNC cut soft cold metal. It's just...

[@Surai00]

@Archolm so, in your opinion, most people purchasing the metal shells do it for aesthetics and not durability? I agree that hand-feel is important. I'm a big fan of re-coating my console controllers in a matte top coat because I hate the feel of that finished plastic.

[@retrohandhelds]

I believe it's more for aesthetics and feel, I would be more afraid to drop this than a plastic variant just because it will hit the ground harder.

[@Surai00]

@Retro Handhelds imagine the future if Speck got together with Anberbic, and they added some shock absorption material inside the chasis.

[@retrohandhelds]

@@Surai00 Ooooo, I would buy that in a heartbeat.

[@SnifferRiffle]

Why does your right thumb look like a big toe?

[@Doktati]

HDMI 😢

[@diamondking8197]

Are you sitting in the dark??

[@retrohandhelds]

As with any self-respecting nerd, yes

[@Mustis91]

uuuh no.. nothing on this thing looks gorgeous . The screen looks like @ss. looks like the screen of a 20 year old, cheap phone. bad contrast, bad colors. i sent mine back even though everything else is great on this thing. how do you get the idea that it looks "rich and vibrant" i have no clue

[@frank234561]

Why buy any of these when Steam Deck exists? It doesn't make any sense to even consider these tiny underpowered jokes of handhelds. Your phone can do everything these things do with a controller attachment. Don't waste your money on these. Get a Steam Deck or a controller attachment for your phone.

[@RenshoYT]

You know people can own multiple devices right? And some people prefer dedicated hardware rather than their phone? I own a steam deck, but im not carrying it around in my pocket.

[@zu_perler3011]

It's the same with motorcycles. Like, why are you driving one instead of a semi truck? Come on bikers, give it up.

[@jamesyu5212]

These steam deck apologists are getting really tiring really fast. These people are so poor they can afford only one device to do everything and bash something that is in a completely different market category. I mean, why buy a sink or a dishwasher when technically your bathtub can also clean dishes right? Playing steam deck means carrying an 800 gram device that dies after two hours that you have to charge another hour for. You can play with the rg405M for 7-10 hours on a single charge and not have cramps. Having a dedicated device means also not worrying your phone is dead, when you know, you actually have to use your phone for important stuff. If they still fail to realize why there is a booming market of cheap retro handhelds then these people really have single digit brain cell count.

[@yadspi]

I'm sorry but this isn't a review...it's just a video rambling a lot and taking a jab at a fellow youtuber. Tired of this "reviews" not having battery, input latency, audio latency, dpad tests, how are the heavy games to emulate from each system...etc. Always a superficial video and next! Forgot to add that you should call out that roms comes preloaded with these devices even if it's convenient, a call out on every review should be made.

[@retrohandhelds]

We love our Taki ❤ (not meant in any mean spirited way). A longer format review video is on the way, this is focused on the hardware and stock experience. I did call out the roms (as I usually do). Thanks for watching, don't have to be sorry!

[@Admiral_Gonzo_III]

If only they had some kind of wording on the title that lets the viewer know if it would be a brief or in depth review.

[@retrohandhelds]

​@@Admiral_Gonzo_III 🙈

[@DamnRightDamien]

Sir, this is a Wendy's

[@SWPLGAMING]

Awesome straight to the point video, cant wait for mine, fedex send me a delay confirmation. Thanks again.

[@retrohandhelds]

Ahh enjoy!! Looking forward to watching. Thanks man 🎉🎉❤

[@Cheeselord83]

I'm glad i'm not the only one who doesn't really care for the preloaded roms. I wipe the card and add my own select roms.

[@jwill7998]

I don't just wipe the card, I discard it. Those stock SD cards are trash.