Key Takeaways
1. Pre-orders for the RG Vita and RG Vita Pro start on March 23, with early bird prices of $99.99 and $109.99 respectively, rising after 72 hours.
2. The RG Vita features a 5.46-inch HD screen, Unisoc T618 chip, 3GB RAM, and 64GB storage, while the RG Vita Pro has a clearer 1920 x 1080 display, Rockchip RK3576 processor, and 4GB RAM.
3. Both models come with a 5,000mAh battery, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and run Android 12, but the Pro model supports dual-boot with Android 14 and a 64-bit Linux OS.
4. The RG Vita Pro includes additional features like an HDMI port, two microSD slots, and USB-C with DisplayPort support.
5. Both handhelds will include an AI assistant and can emulate games from various retro consoles, with the Pro model offering better performance for PS Vita games.
After waiting for weeks, Anbernic has finally revealed the pricing and availability details for their two new handheld consoles, the RG Vita and the RG Vita Pro. Like many makers of retro handhelds, they are offering an early bird discount, but the price will increase after the pre-order phase.
Pre-order Information
According to Retro Handhelds, pre-orders for the RG Vita and RG Vita Pro will start on March 23. The RG Vita is priced at $99.99, and customers can buy it at that price for the first 72 hours. After this initial period, the cost will rise to $139.99.
Pricing for the Pro Model
On the flip side, the RG Vita Pro will be available for $109.99 during the early bird offer. Similar to the regular version, this price won’t last long, as its final retail cost is reported to be $149.99. There are no details yet on when the shipping will commence for those who pre-order.
Specifications and Features
The RG Vita features a 5.46-inch HD screen with a 60Hz refresh rate. It runs on a Unisoc T618 chip and comes with 3GB of RAM and 64GB of storage. There’s also a microSD card slot for additional memory. This handheld, which will be offered in Black and Gray, has a 5,000mAh battery, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0, and includes a headphone jack. It will come with Android 12 right out of the box.
The RG Vita Pro, on the other hand, shares the same 5.46-inch 60Hz display, however, it boasts a clearer 1920 x 1080 resolution (FHD). It is powered by a Rockchip RK3576 processor, coupled with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of expandable storage. This model also features a 5,000mAh battery that supports 18W wired charging, and it includes Wi-Fi 8 and Bluetooth 5.2.
Dual-boot Capabilities
The RG Vita Pro supports dual-booting with Android 14 and a 64-bit Linux OS, allowing users to select which operating system they want to start with. Unlike the standard RG Vita, it includes an HDMI port, two microSD card slots, and a USB-C port with DisplayPort support. It will be available in Black and White color choices.
Anbernic has also mentioned that both handhelds will feature an AI assistant, providing one-click guides, real-time translations, and text-to-image generation capabilities. They will be capable of emulating games from various retro consoles, including up to the PS2. However, the Pro model promises superior performance, especially when it comes to emulating PS Vita games.
Given that there’s only a $10 price difference between the two models, the RG Vita Pro seems like a smart choice. But at that price point, it will compete fiercely with other handhelds such as the Mangmi Air X, which is available on Amazon for $159.99.
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