Key Takeaways
1. Retroid launched the Pocket 6 with pre-orders now available, following the recent release of the Pocket 5.
2. The Pocket 6 features a 120 Hz AMOLED screen, a significant upgrade from the 60 Hz displays in the Pocket G2 and Pocket 5.
3. It includes a larger 6,000 mAh battery, providing 1,000 mAh more capacity than the previous models.
4. The device is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, similar to AYN Technologies’ Odin 2 series.
5. The Pocket 6 is priced at $209 for the Early Bird offer, with a higher-spec model available for $259, but shipping will not begin until January 2026.
Retroid is making quick moves with the launch of the Pocket 6, which was introduced just yesterday. For some background, the company took roughly two weeks to get the Pocket 5 to consumers (currently priced at $259 on Amazon). When they launched the Pocket 5, they also showed off the Pocket Mini in late August, then kept teasing both devices until they finally arrived on September 10.
Pre-orders and Pricing
Now, Retroid has already started taking pre-orders for the Pocket 6. The same goes for the Pocket G2, which is priced $10 less than the Pocket 6. Despite this, the Pocket 6 offers several impressive upgrades not only compared to the Pocket G2 but also the older Pocket 5. For example, Retroid has added a 120 Hz AMOLED screen in the Pocket 6 instead of the 60 Hz displays used in both the Pocket G2 and Pocket 5.
Display and Battery Features
While many classic games may not take advantage of the 120 Hz refresh rate, they can still gain from a 120 Hz screen by utilizing Black Frame Insertion (BFI). This helps to lessen motion blur and enhances the look of CRT shaders. Additionally, the Pocket 6 is equipped with a 6,000 mAh battery, which is 1,000 mAh larger compared to the batteries in the Pocket G2 and Pocket 5. It also boasts the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, which is the same technology AYN Technologies employs in its Odin 2 series of gaming handhelds like the Odin 2 and Odin 2 Portal.
Dimensions and Availability
All these components are housed in a body measuring 210 x 87 x 17 mm and weighing about 320 g, thanks to its 5.5-inch display, active cooling system, and the aforementioned battery. The Pocket 6 is available for purchase starting today, with an Early Bird price of $209. If you need more power, Retroid also offers a model with 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage for $259. Keep in mind that Retroid will not start shipping any Pocket 6 pre-orders until at least January 2026.
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