Odin 2 Mini vs Mini V2
Mini V2 has the strongest overall profile in this Odin 2 Mini vs Mini V2 comparison.
Verdict
Mini V2 has the strongest overall profile in this Odin 2 Mini vs Mini V2 comparison. Mini V2 leads the summary view with HR score 75 and user score 95. Its clearest measurable advantages are price (199 vs 375), release year (2025 vs 2024). Mini V2 is the lower-priced option at $199, while Odin 2 Mini comes in at $375. For emulation, travel, and daily handheld use, weigh the score gap against price, library fit, ergonomics, and owner feedback.
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Mini V2 has the strongest overall profile
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Mini V2 leads
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Mini V2 leads
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| Device | Price | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Odin 2 Mini | $375 | Out of stock |
| Mini V2 | $199 | Out of stock |
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Specs
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| Device |  Odin 2 Mini AYN Technologies |  Mini V2 Retroid / Moorechip |
|---|---|---|
| Release Year | 2024 Metric 2,024 | 2025 Metric 2,025 |
| Screen Size (Inches) | 5 Metric 5 | 3.92 Metric 4 |
| Price | 375 Metric 375 | 199 Metric 199 |
| Device | Odin 2 Mini AYN Technologies | Mini V2 Retroid / Moorechip |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | ARM | ARM |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 31:27 |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh |
| Connectivity | WiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.3 | WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.1 |
| CPU | Cortex-X3 / Cortex-A715 / Cortex-A710 / Cortex-A510 1x / 2x / 2x / 3x | Cortex-A77 / Cortex-A55 4x / 4x |
| Form Factor | Horizontal | Horizontal |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 740 | Qualcomm Adreno 650 |
| Make | AYN Technologies | Retroid Pocket |
| Model | Odin 2 Mini | Mini V2 |
| MSRP | $375 | $199 |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 13 |
| RAM Size | 7 GB | 5 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR5X | 6 GB LPDDR4x (2133 MHz) |
| Best Resolution for Retro Gaming | 1920 x 1080 | 1240 x 1080 |
| Screen Type | LED | OLED |
| Storage | Internal 128 GB / 256 GB UFS 4.0, External MicroSD | Internal 128 GB UFS 3.1, External MicroSD |
| System on a Chip (SoC) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (Source) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 |
| Touch Screen | true | true |
| Video Output | Micro HDMI Top facing | USB-C video out Bottom facing |
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