Game Console
R36S
72
HR Rating
85
User Rating
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R36S / R36 Max
Verdict
R36S has the strongest overall profile in this R36S vs R36 Max comparison. R36S leads the summary view with HR rating 72 and user rating 85. R36 Max is the lower-priced option at $35, while R36S comes in at $55.99. For emulation, travel, and daily handheld use, weigh the score gap against price, library fit, ergonomics, and owner feedback.
Specs
Ranking Breakdown
Field
R36SGame Console
R36 MaxGame Console
The VersusComparable numbers · ▲ marks the winner
Price
$55.99
$35
HR Rating
72
63
User Rating
85
70
Release Year
2023
2024
Screen Size (Inches)
3.5
4
Video Output
0
0
The SpreadCategory scores · ▲ marks the leader
Battery Life
73
73
Brightness
60
60
Controls
66
66
Durability
69
68
Ease Of Use
61
61
Ergonomics
67
67
Haptics
44
43
Hardware
59
58
OS Support
56
56
Performance
46
55
Portability
67
67
Screen Quality
51
51
Software
61
61
Speakers
51
51
Value
61
62
The FactsNo winners here — just what each device is
Architecture
ARM
ARM
Aspect Ratio
4:3
1:1
Battery
3500 mAh (Swappable)
4000 mAh
Connectivity
USB-C OTG
USB-C OTG
CPU
Cortex-A35
Cortex-A35
Form Factor
Vertical
Vertical
GPU
Mali-G31 MP2
Mali-G31 MP2
Make
Game Console
Game Console
Model
R36S
R36 Max
OS
Linux
Linux
RAM Size
<1 GB
<1 GB
RAM Type
DDR3L
DDR3
Best Resolution for Retro Gaming
640 x 480
720 x 720
Screen Type
IPS
TFT
Storage
Dual External MicroSD (Compatible cards list)
Dual External MicroSD
System on a Chip (SoC)
RockChip RK3326
RockChip RK3326
Touch Screen
false
false
Pricing Snapshot
Where to buy
Device
Price
Storefronts
Availability
R36 Max
$35
None listed
Not carried
Community Pulse
What owners say
Overall user rating
R36S85/100 · 11
R36 Max70/100 · 10
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