Anbernic has released the RG 55G1, a budget handheld that brings the Snapdragon G1 Gen 2 processor to a device costing just $139. The low cost allows players to experience advanced emulation capabilities without the expense of premium hardware. The device offers a practical solution for portable gaming by combining affordability with functional performance.
Budget handheld delivers 60 FPS on GameCube titles with resolution scaling
The device serves as Anbernic's first handheld powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon G1 Gen 2 system on a chip. It ships with 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal storage to handle game files and system operations. The system uses a modern mobile processor to handle emulation tasks within a budget-oriented hardware setup.
- SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon G1 Gen 2
- RAM: 4 GB
- Storage: 64 GB
- Price: $139
Testing from ETA Prime demonstrates strong emulation capabilities for Nintendo GameCube titles. The system runs The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker, Soul Calibre, and Resident Evil at 60 FPS using 2x to 3x resolution scaling. Performance drops on more demanding titles like Spider-Man 2, which struggled to maintain playable frame rates during testing.
Testing indicates that PlayStation 2 emulation via NetherSX2 performs well on many titles, though demanding games may see reduced frame rates. The handheld achieves 60 FPS in Kingdom Hearts, Devil May Cry 3, and Gran Turismo 3 at 1.5x to 2x resolution scaling. Heavier games like Ratchet & Clank: Up Your Arsenal and God of War 2 run between 40 and 50 FPS at native resolution. The device also supports emulation for PSP and 3DS platforms.
The Anbernic RG 55G1 is available globally now for $139 USD (around $139). We looked at Anbernic RG 55G1 Teaser Reveals Snapdragon earlier while tracking the company's hardware roadmap. Performance data from tested titles provides insight into the console's emulation capabilities and limitations.
Source: NotebookCheck
