Key Takeaways
1. Anbernic’s new gaming handheld, the RG Slide, is set to launch this month, showcasing its design in a gameplay video.
2. The RG Slide uses older components, specifically the Unisoc T820 chipset, instead of the newer MediaTek Dimensity 8300 found in the RG557.
3. It features slower storage (UFS 2.2) and less RAM (8 GB LPDDR4X) compared to the RG557, which has UFS 4.0 and 12 GB RAM.
4. The RG Slide’s battery capacity is smaller (5,000 mAh) than the RG556’s (5,500 mAh) and takes about 3 hours to charge.
5. It runs on Android 13, while the RG557 operates on Android 14, indicating a performance downgrade despite its more compact size (154 x 90 x 26 mm, 379 g).
It seems Anbernic’s imitation of the PlayStation Portable Go (PSP Go) is set to launch this month after all. To summarize, the company began the weekend by showcasing its new gaming handheld in a gameplay video. Now, they’ve provided complete specifications to RetroHandhelds, which we have included below.
Performance Insights
Interestingly, Anbernic seems to have utilized the components of the RG556 (currently priced at $229 on Amazon) instead of the latest RG557. For example, the RG Slide is powered by the Unisoc T820, which is also found in last year’s RG556 and RG Cube, rather than the newer MediaTek Dimensity 8300 from the RG557. Our benchmarks indicate a significant performance difference between the two chipsets, favoring the latter. This gap is even more pronounced when examining the GPUs of both models.
Specifications Comparison
Moreover, the RG Slide uses slower storage compared to the RG557, featuring UFS 2.2 while the RG557 has UFS 4.0. Additionally, the RG Slide comes with 8 GB of LPDDR4X RAM, which is a third less than the RG557’s 12 GB. To make matters worse, Anbernic has fitted the RG Slide with a battery that is 9% smaller than the one in the RG556, decreasing from 5,500 mAh to 5,000 mAh. It is unfortunate that the RG Slide will take around 3 hours to charge fully, given its 5V/2A charging capabilities.
Operating System and Dimensions
As shown in the image below, the RG Slide operates on Android 13, while the RG557 runs on Android 14. In summary, the RG Slide seems to be a step back in terms of performance when compared to the RG557, although it benefits from a more compact size. The RG Slide measures just 154 x 90 x 26 mm and weighs 379 g. It is expected to be released later this month, coinciding with the RG35XX Pro and RG477M launches. However, Anbernic has not yet disclosed the exact release date or the initial pricing for the RG Slide.
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