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AYANEO

Pocket Micro

B-TierAndroid 13HorizontalHelio G99
67
HR Rating
Critic-weighted composite
75
User Rating
From 10 community votes
MSRP
$220
B-Tier
Pocket Micro
3.5"5 GB2600 mAh
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AYANEO Pocket Micro is a compact Android retro handheld built around the MediaTek Helio G99 and a 3.5-inch borderless IPS display, aimed at delivering an “authentic handheld” feel with premium materials and portability. It’s designed to excel at classic libraries—especially GBA and other retro platforms—and pairs its small footprint with active cooling to help maintain performance during longer sessions. The official launch info highlights a 2600mAh battery and a lightweight ~233g build, positioning it as a pocketable, premium-feeling option for retro gaming. 

Specs
Display
IPS
Screen
3.5
Processor
MediaTek Helio G99
RAM
5 GB
Storage
Internal 128 GB / 256 GB UFS 2.2, External MicroSD
Battery
2600 mAh
OS
Android 13
Hardware Breakdown

The Stat Sheet

15 categories
Battery Life
7.1
Brightness / Outdoor Visibility
6.2
Controls
6.9
DurabilityBest
7.2
Ease of Use
6.4
Ergonomics
6.8
Haptics FeedbackWORST
4.9
Hardware Quality
6.5
OS Support
6.1
Performance
6.4
Portability
6.5
Screen Quality
5.8
Software
6.5
Speaker Quality
5.5
Value
6.0
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