Game Console
R39S
65
HR Rating
75
User Rating
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R39S / R36S
Verdict
R36S has the strongest overall profile in this R39S vs R36S comparison. R36S leads the summary view with HR rating 72 and user rating 85. R39S is the lower-priced option at $40, while R36S comes in at $55.99. 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
R36SGame Console
The VersusComparable numbers · ▲ marks the winner
Price
$40
$55.99
HR Rating
65
72
User Rating
75
85
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
32
66
Durability
69
69
Ease Of Use
61
61
Ergonomics
67
67
Haptics
44
44
Hardware
59
59
OS Support
56
56
Performance
46
46
Portability
67
67
Screen Quality
51
51
Software
61
61
Speakers
51
51
Value
61
61
The FactsNo winners here — just what each device is
Architecture
ARM
ARM
Aspect Ratio
4:3
4:3
Battery
3200 mAh
3500 mAh (Swappable)
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
R36S
OS
Linux
Linux
RAM Size
<1 GB
<1 GB
RAM Type
DDR3
DDR3L
Best Resolution for Retro Gaming
800 x 600
640 x 480
Screen Type
IPS
IPS
Storage
Internal & External MicroSD
Dual External MicroSD (Compatible cards list)
System on a Chip (SoC)
RockChip RK3566
RockChip RK3326
Touch Screen
false
false
Pricing Snapshot
Where to buy
Community Pulse
What owners say
Overall user rating
R39S75/100 · 10
R36S85/100 · 11
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