Anbernic RG34XX SP: Official Game Boy Advance SP Lookalike

Key Takeaways

1. Anbernic is set to release the RG34XX SP, following hints about multiple gaming handhelds planned for this year.
2. The RG34XX SP features emulation capabilities for PS1, PSP, and N64, likely using the Allwinner H700 chipset.
3. It includes a 3.4-inch display with a resolution of 720 x 480 pixels and a 3:2 aspect ratio.
4. The new model will have dual joysticks, an upgrade from previous versions, likely influenced by competition.
5. Anbernic has not yet announced a specific release date for the RG34XX SP.

It seems the RG34XX SP is nearly here, as Anbernic hinted last month about having another ten gaming handhelds planned for this year. To recap, there were whispers in late January regarding Anbernic’s development of a new gaming handheld resembling the original Game Boy Advance SP (GBA SP). Just recently, some leaked specs appeared online shortly after Anbernic launched the RG557.

Official Announcement

Now, the company has officially announced the RG34XX SP in a video shared below. As usual, they began by showcasing the design of the handheld instead of giving a complete list of specifications. However, we can deduce a few important details from the video linked below.

Technical Insights

For instance, mentions of PS1, PSP, and N64 emulation capabilities imply that Anbernic has integrated the same Allwinner H700 chipset found in the RG35XX SP (currently priced at $78.99 on Amazon). Thus, it would not be surprising if the RG34XX SP also comes with 1 GB of RAM.

Display Features

The RG34XX SP, as anticipated, sports the 3.4-inch screen from the current RG34XX. As a result, this model will deliver a native resolution of 720 x 480 pixels with a 3:2 aspect ratio, allowing for a 3x native integer scaling when playing GBA games. Another significant update compared to the RG35XX SP is the addition of dual joysticks, likely in response to the Miyoo Flip’s presence. Anbernic hasn’t yet disclosed a release date, but we doubt they will keep that detail about their latest gaming handheld under wraps for too long.

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