Game Console
R39S
65
HR Rating
75
User Rating
Compare
R39S / R36 Max
Verdict
R39S has the strongest overall profile in this R39S vs R36 Max comparison. R39S leads the summary view with HR rating 65 and user rating 75. R36 Max is the lower-priced option at $35, while R39S comes in at $40. For emulation, travel, and daily handheld use, weigh the score gap against price, library fit, ergonomics, and owner feedback.
Specs
Ranking Breakdown
Field
R39SGame Console
R36 MaxGame Console
The VersusComparable numbers · ▲ marks the winner
Price
$40
$35
HR Rating
65
63
User Rating
75
70
Release Year
2024
2024
Screen Size (Inches)
4
4
Video Output
0
0
The SpreadCategory scores · ▲ marks the leader
Battery Life
73
73
Brightness
60
60
Controls
32
66
Durability
69
68
Ease Of Use
61
61
Ergonomics
67
67
Haptics
44
43
Hardware
59
58
OS Support
56
56
Performance
46
55
Portability
67
67
Screen Quality
51
51
Software
61
61
Speakers
51
51
Value
61
62
The FactsNo winners here — just what each device is
Architecture
ARM
ARM
Aspect Ratio
4:3
1:1
Battery
3200 mAh
4000 mAh
Connectivity
USB-C OTG
USB-C OTG
CPU
Cortex-A55
Cortex-A35
Form Factor
Vertical
Vertical
GPU
Mali-G52 2EE
Mali-G31 MP2
Make
Game Console
Game Console
Model
R39S
R36 Max
OS
Linux
Linux
RAM Size
<1 GB
<1 GB
RAM Type
DDR3
DDR3
Best Resolution for Retro Gaming
800 x 600
720 x 720
Screen Type
IPS
TFT
Storage
Internal & External MicroSD
Dual External MicroSD
System on a Chip (SoC)
RockChip RK3566
RockChip RK3326
Touch Screen
false
false
Pricing Snapshot
Where to buy
Device
Price
Storefronts
Availability
R39S
$40
None listed
Not carried
R36 Max
$35
None listed
Not carried
Community Pulse
What owners say
Overall user rating
R39S75/100 · 10
R36 Max70/100 · 10
Comments
No comments on this device yet — be the first to weigh in.
People Also Compare
Related matchups
Discussion
Talk it out
R39S vs R36 Max Discussion
Talk through tradeoffs, questions, benchmarks, and owner context for this comparison.
Total Threads
0
Fresh discussion activity
Solved Questions
0
Accepted answers are not supported yet
Trending Topics
No trending topics yet.
0 comments
Scoped replies, owner tips, and performance notes.
Sort
Loading discussion...