Anbernic RG557 Specs Revealed for Nintendo Wii U Emulation Gaming

Key Takeaways

1. Anbernic has confirmed the existence of the RG557 gaming handheld, following a gradual information release strategy.
2. The RG557 will feature a MediaTek Dimensity 8300 chip and 12 GB of LPDDR5X RAM, along with a 5.48-inch 1080p AMOLED display.
3. An active cooling system will be included to minimize thermal throttling, enhancing overall performance.
4. The device will offer 256 GB of UFS 4.0 flash storage, Bluetooth 5.3, Wi-Fi 6E connectivity, and a 5,500 mAh battery with 27 W charging support.
5. Speculation suggests the RG557 may launch at around $205, representing a $30 increase over the RG556, but exact pricing and release date are still unconfirmed.

Anbernic has moved closer to launching the RG557, having confirmed its existence just over a week ago. True to their style, Anbernic has chosen to share information about this new gaming handheld gradually instead of all at once. As a result, there have been several leaks regarding the RG557 and how it will stand out from the current RG556 (currently priced at $229.99 on Amazon).

Specifications Revealed

All previous leaks have proven to be correct. The video below shows that Anbernic has outfitted the RG557 with a MediaTek Dimensity 8300 chip and 12 GB of LPDDR5X RAM. This setup will drive a 5.48-inch 1080p AMOLED display. While it’s not the Snapdragon G2 Gen 2 that people first thought, the Dimensity 8300 is set to give the RG557 a significant performance boost compared to its predecessor.

Enhanced Features

To further enhance its capabilities, an active cooling system is expected to reduce thermal throttling. The device will also feature 256 GB of UFS 4.0 flash storage, ensuring smooth system performance. Additionally, the RG557 will come equipped with Bluetooth 5.3 and Wi-Fi 6E connectivity, a robust 5,500 mAh battery that supports 27 W charging, and capacitive joysticks.

Anbernic has yet to announce the exact release date or pricing for the RG557. Recent speculation suggests that it may launch at around $205, which would be a $30 and 17% increase over the RG556. It’s likely that Anbernic will provide the final details regarding the RG557 in the days ahead.

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