Pocket Super Knob: Quirky PS Vita-Inspired Retro Handheld Launches

Key Takeaways

1. GameMT is preparing to launch a new handheld device called the Pocket Super Knob 5000 (PSK 5000), following the EX5 and E3 Vigor.
2. The EX5 may be undergoing changes to become the PSK 5000, which looks similar but has an updated chipset.
3. The PSK 5000 is powered by a MediaTek Helio G85 chipset, replacing the Helio G81 from the EX5.
4. The PSK 5000 may struggle to achieve 60 FPS in 3D games and is expected to only emulate PSP games at 1080p.
5. The device features a single joystick using Hall effect technology and a d-pad designed to resemble that of the PS Vita, with a performance toggle included instead of a second joystick.

GameMT is getting ready to introduce another unique handheld device. Just to remind you, the company launched the E3 Vigor towards the end of last year. Before that, they released the EX5, which was inspired by the PS Vita but had a quite different controller design.

What’s Happening with the EX5?

Right now, the EX5 seems to be missing from the scene. According to information shared by Retro Gaming with Deadfred, this might be because GameMT has made some changes to the EX5, turning it into a new gadget. Official confirmation from GameMT is still pending on this matter. However, the new Pocket Super Knob 5000 (PSK 5000) looks almost identical to the EX5, but it features a slightly updated chipset.

Chipset Details and Performance

The PSK 5000 is powered by a MediaTek Helio G85, replacing the Helio G81 that was used in the EX5. Just for context, both chipsets are built on a 12 nm process and include two Cortex-A75 cores, six Cortex-A55 cores, and a Mali-G52 MP2 GPU. Based on our experience with the Redmi Pad SE 8.7 (currently priced at $190 on Amazon), the Helio G85 may struggle to achieve 60 FPS in numerous 3D games.

Emulation and Design Features

Because of this, the PSK 5000 might only be able to emulate PSP games at 1080p, even when its performance mode is activated. Oddly enough, GameMT has chosen to include a performance toggle instead of adding a second joystick. Nevertheless, the single joystick on the device is based on Hall effect technology. Additionally, GameMT has tried to replicate the PS Vita’s d-pad, which is different from the one on the Anbernic RG Vita. The PSK 5000 is expected to hit the market in April, but pricing details are still unknown for now.

via Retro Gaming with Deadfred

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