Game Console
R36 Max
63
HR Rating
70
User Rating
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R36 Max / R36S
Verdict
R36S has the strongest overall profile in this R36 Max vs R36S comparison. R36S leads the summary view with HR rating 72 and user rating 86. Its clearest measurable advantages are price (55.99 vs 56). R36S is the lower-priced option at USD 56, while R36 Max comes in at USD 56. For emulation, travel, and daily handheld use, weigh the score gap against price, library fit, ergonomics, and owner feedback.
Specs
Ranking Breakdown
Field
R36 MaxGame Console
R36SGame Console
The VersusComparable numbers · ▲ marks the winner
Price
USD 56
USD 56
HR Rating
63
72
User Rating
70
86
Release Year
2024
2023
Screen Size (Inches)
4
3.5
Video Output
0
0
The SpreadCategory scores · ▲ marks the leader
Battery Life
73
73
Brightness
60
60
Controls
66
66
Durability
68
69
Ease Of Use
61
61
Ergonomics
67
67
Haptics
43
44
Hardware
58
59
OS Support
56
56
Performance
55
46
Portability
67
67
Screen Quality
51
51
Software
61
61
Speakers
51
51
Value
62
61
The FactsNo winners here — just what each device is
Architecture
ARM
ARM
Aspect Ratio
1:1
4:3
Battery
4000 mAh
3500 mAh (Swappable)
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
R36 Max
R36S
OS
Linux
Linux
RAM Size
<1 GB
<1 GB
RAM Type
DDR3
DDR3L
Best Resolution for Retro Gaming
720 x 720
640 x 480
Screen Type
TFT
IPS
Storage
Dual External MicroSD
Dual External MicroSD (Compatible cards list)
System on a Chip (SoC)
RockChip RK3326
RockChip RK3326
Touch Screen
false
false
Pricing Snapshot
Where to buy
Device
Price
Storefronts
Availability
R36 Max
USD 56
None listed
Not carried
Community Pulse
What owners say
Overall user rating
R36 Max70/100 · 10
R36S86/100 · 11
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