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R35S / V20

Verdict

V20 has the strongest overall profile in this R35S vs V20 comparison. V20 leads the summary view with HR rating 62 and user rating 67. Its clearest measurable advantages are release year (2025 vs 2023). R35S is the lower-priced option at $50, while V20 comes in at $55. For emulation, travel, and daily handheld use, weigh the score gap against price, library fit, ergonomics, and owner feedback.

Game Console
R35S
R35S
57
HR Rating
59
User Rating
PowKiddy
V20
V20
62
HR Rating
67
User Rating
Specs

Ranking Breakdown

Field
R35SGame Console
V20PowKiddy
The VersusComparable numbers · ▲ marks the winner
Price
$50
$55
HR Rating
57
62
User Rating
59
67
Release Year
2023
2025
Screen Size (Inches)
3.5
3.5
Video Output
0
0
The SpreadCategory scores · ▲ marks the leader
Battery Life
73
73
Brightness
60
60
Controls
67
67
Durability
69
69
Ease Of Use
61
61
Ergonomics
67
67
Haptics
44
44
Hardware
59
59
OS Support
57
57
Performance
46
51
Portability
67
67
Screen Quality
52
52
Software
61
62
Speakers
51
51
Value
61
61
The FactsNo winners here — just what each device is
Architecture
ARM
ARM
Aspect Ratio
4:3
4:3
Battery
3500 mAh
5000 mAh
Connectivity
USB-C OTG
USB-C OTG
CPU
Cortex-A35
Cortex-A53
Form Factor
Vertical
Vertical
GPU
Mali-G31 MP2
PowerVR GE8300
Make
Game Console
PowKiddy
Model
R35S
V20
OS
Linux
Linux
RAM Size
1 GB
<1 GB
RAM Type
LPDDR4
DDR3
Best Resolution for Retro Gaming
640 x 480
640 x 480
Screen Type
IPS
IPS
Storage
Dual External MicroSD (Compatible cards list)
Dual External MicroSD
System on a Chip (SoC)
RockChip RK3326
Allwinner A133 Plus
Touch Screen
false
false
Pricing Snapshot

Where to buy

Device
Price
Storefronts
Availability
R35S
$50
Not carried
V20
$55
None listed
Not carried
Community Pulse

What owners say

Overall user rating

R35S
59/100 · 10
V20
67/100 · 10

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