ANBERNIC

RG-405V

2023VerticalAndroid 12UNISOC Tiger T618
65
HR Rating
Critic-weighted composite
73
User Rating
From 10 community votes
Listed price
$189
B-Tier
RG-405V
4"3 GB5500 mAh
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Anbernic RG405V is a vertical Android-based handheld designed for retro gaming with a nostalgic Game Boy–style form factor and modern internals. It features a 4-inch 640×480 IPS display with a 4:3 aspect ratio, powered by the Unisoc T618 chipset, making it well suited for emulation up through systems like PlayStation 1, Nintendo 64, and select Dreamcast titles. Dual analog sticks, a stacked shoulder button layout, and solid build quality provide comfortable controls despite its compact size. Running Android, the RG405V supports a wide range of emulators and native Android games, positioning it as a classic-shaped handheld focused on retro enthusiasts who want modern software flexibility without moving into high-end performance territory.

The Stat Sheet

15 categories
Battery LifeBest
7.2
Brightness / Outdoor Visibility
6.1
Controls
6.8
Durability
7.0
Ease of Use
6.2
Ergonomics
6.8
Haptics FeedbackWORST
4.7
Hardware Quality
6.2
OS Support
5.9
Performance
5.0
Portability
6.6
Screen Quality
5.5
Software
6.3
Speaker Quality
5.3
Value
6.0

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