RG405M vs RG 477M
RG 477M has the strongest overall profile in this RG405M vs RG 477M comparison.
Verdict
RG 477M has the strongest overall profile in this RG405M vs RG 477M comparison. RG 477M leads the summary view with HR score 78 and user score 73. Its clearest measurable advantages are release year (2025 vs 2023), screen size (4.7 vs 4). RG405M is the lower-priced option at $170, while RG 477M comes in at $239. For emulation, travel, and long sessions, weigh those score gaps against battery, screen, storage, and price rather than picking on raw ranking alone.
Edge Breakdown
RG 477M has the strongest overall profile
Biggest head-to-head gaps pulled from the live device fields already stored on Hardware Ranked.
Release Year
RG 477M leads
Screen Size (Inches)
RG 477M leads
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| Device | Price | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| RG405M | $170 | Out of stock |
| RG 477M | $239 | Out of stock |
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Specs
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| Device |  RG405M Anbernic |  RG 477M Anbernic |
|---|---|---|
| Release Year | 2023 Metric 2,023 | 2025 Metric 2,025 |
| Screen Size (Inches) | 4 Metric 4 | 4.7 Metric 5 |
| Price | 170 Metric 170 | 239 Metric 239 |
| Device | RG405M Anbernic | RG 477M Anbernic |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | ARM | Android |
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3 | 4x3 |
| Battery | 4500 mAh (Source) | 5300mAh |
| Connectivity | WiFi 5, Bluetooth 5.0 | Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, USB-C, 3.5mm jack, video out |
| CPU | Cortex-A75 / Cortex-A55 2x / 6x | MediaTek Dimensity 8300 |
| Form Factor | Horizontal | Horizontal |
| GPU | Mali-G52 MP2 | Mali-G615 MP6 |
| Make | Anbernic | Anbernic |
| Model | RG-405M | RG 477M |
| MSRP | $170 | $239 |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 14 |
| RAM Size | 4 GB | 8 |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X | DDR5 |
| Best Resolution for Retro Gaming | 640 x 480 | 1280x960 |
| Screen Type | IPS | IPS |
| Storage | Internal 128 GB eMMC, External MicroSD | 128 |
| System on a Chip (SoC) | UNISOC Tiger T618 | yes |
| Touch Screen | true | true |
| Video Output | 0 | yes |
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