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The video introduces and reviews the RG 35xx Plus, highlighting its physical and technical specifications which are designed for retro gaming. It features upgraded internal components such as the H700 quad-core processor, 1GB LPDDR4 RAM, and a 3300 mAh battery. The RG 35xx Plus is equipped with a high-resolution IPS display and various ports including HDMI. A comparison with the Miu Mini Plus shows the RG 35xx Plus having superior battery capacity, processing power, and supports a variety of gaming systems and emulators like Dreamcast and PlayStation 1, performing smoothly with some occasional frame drops addressed by frame-skipping. The video notes that while the RG 35xx Plus shows significant performance improvements over its predecessor, especially for PS1 and Dreamcast games, it lacks custom firmware like Garlic OS2 which is still in development. Current owners of similar devices may not need to upgrade, but new buyers are recommended to consider the RG 35xx Plus for its enhanced performance and improved emulation capabilities.
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In this segment of the video, the focus is on introducing the updated model of the RG 35xx, the RG 35xx Plus. The host unboxes the device, detailing the contents which include the user guide, a screen protector, wipes, and a USB type-C charging cable. Key physical specifications such as dimensions, weight, and available colors (white, gray, and transparent black) are highlighted. The device features a 640×480 resolution IPS display suitable for retro gaming.
The control layout remains similar to the original with a D-pad, action buttons, and a menu button. Additional notable features include a volume rocker, power button, reset button, two micro SD card slots, a USB type-C port, headphone port, mini HDMI port for TV connection, and four buttons on the back for gaming triggers. The new model houses a replaceable 3300 mAh rechargeable battery and operates on the H700 quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 with a Mali-G31 MP2 graphics processor, 1GB LPDDR4 RAM, and comes with a choice of 64GB or 128GB micro SD cards.
A comparison between the original RG 35xx and the Plus models indicates that the Plus is slightly thicker and has a different, more ergonomic button design on the back. The major upgrades are internal, with improved processing power and increased RAM.
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In this part of the video, the comparison between the RG35XX Plus and the Miu Mini Plus gaming consoles is detailed. The RG35XX Plus features a larger 3300 mAh battery, more spacious design, and a faster H700 processor with GPU, while the Miu Mini Plus has a 3000 mAh battery and 128 MB of RAM. The RG35XX Plus supports HDMI output, unlike the Miu Mini Plus, and uses the same front end as the original model but adds a new PSP emulator. Various systems and emulators are supported, including arcade, 8-bit, and 16-bit systems, as well as newer ones like Dreamcast and PlayStation 1, which perform well. The user interface is described as basic but functional, with essential settings for customization. Performance tests on games like Crash Bandicoot 3, Gran Turismo 2, and Crazy Taxi show smooth gameplay with some occasional frame drops addressed by RetroArch’s frame-skipping feature. The screen is noted to be non-touchscreen.
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In this part of the video, the reviewer discusses the performance and capabilities of the RG 35xx Plus handheld gaming device. They point out that while some games requiring touchscreen input may be tricky to play, overall performance is good, although not all games will run perfectly. Notably, in Tekken 6, the device operates at around 70% speed without frame skipping, and God of War runs at roughly 20 frames per second. The RG 35xx Plus shows performance improvements over its predecessor, especially for PlayStation 1 and Dreamcast games, due to its upgraded H700 processor. However, PlayStation Portable (PSP) games often require frame skipping for smoother play. The video also mentions that the Garlic OS2 firmware is in development for the RG 35xx Plus but is not yet ready for full release. The reviewer suggests that current owners of the RG 35xx or other similar handhelds may not need to upgrade unless they seek better PS1 and Dreamcast emulation. They recommend the RG 35xx Plus for new buyers due to its superior performance and current sale, despite lacking custom firmware at the moment.