Game Console
R36S
72
HR Rating
85
User Rating
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R36S / V20
Verdict
R36S has the strongest overall profile in this R36S vs V20 comparison. R36S leads the summary view with HR rating 72 and user rating 85. V20 is the lower-priced option at $55, 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
V20PowKiddy
The VersusComparable numbers · ▲ marks the winner
Price
$55.99
$55
HR Rating
72
62
User Rating
85
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
66
67
Durability
69
69
Ease Of Use
61
61
Ergonomics
67
67
Haptics
44
44
Hardware
59
59
OS Support
56
57
Performance
46
51
Portability
67
67
Screen Quality
51
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 (Swappable)
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
R36S
V20
OS
Linux
Linux
RAM Size
<1 GB
<1 GB
RAM Type
DDR3L
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
Community Pulse
What owners say
Overall user rating
R36S85/100 · 11
V2067/100 · 10
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