Anbernic
RG505
59
HR Rating
64
User Rating
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RG505 / RG405M
Verdict
RG405M has the strongest overall profile in this RG505 vs RG405M comparison. RG405M leads the summary view with HR rating 66 and user rating 75. Its clearest measurable advantages are release year (2023 vs 2022). RG505 is the lower-priced option at $148, while RG405M comes in at $170. For emulation, travel, and daily handheld use, weigh the score gap against price, library fit, ergonomics, and owner feedback.
Specs
Ranking Breakdown
Field
RG505Anbernic
RG405MAnbernic
The VersusComparable numbers · ▲ marks the winner
Price
$148
$170
HR Rating
59
66
User Rating
64
75
Release Year
2022
2023
Screen Size (Inches)
4.95
4
Video Output
0
0
The SpreadCategory scores · ▲ marks the leader
Battery Life
72
72
Brightness
61
61
Controls
68
69
Durability
71
71
Ease Of Use
63
63
Ergonomics
68
68
Haptics
47
48
Hardware
62
63
OS Support
59
60
Performance
50
51
Portability
66
66
Screen Quality
55
56
Software
63
64
Speakers
54
54
Value
60
60
The FactsNo winners here — just what each device is
Architecture
ARM
ARM
Aspect Ratio
16:9
4:3
Battery
5000 mAh
4500 mAh (Source)
Connectivity
WiFi 5, Bluetooth 5.0
WiFi 5, Bluetooth 5.0
CPU
Cortex-A75 / Cortex-A55 2x / 6x
Cortex-A75 / Cortex-A55 2x / 6x
Form Factor
Horizontal
Horizontal
GPU
Mali-G52 MP2
Mali-G52 MP2
Make
Anbernic
Anbernic
Model
RG-505
RG-405M
OS
Android 12
Android 12
RAM Size
4 GB
4 GB
RAM Type
LPDDR4X
LPDDR4X
Best Resolution for Retro Gaming
960 × 544
640 x 480
Screen Type
OLED
IPS
Storage
Internal 128 GB eMMC 5.1, External MicroSD
Internal 128 GB eMMC, External MicroSD
System on a Chip (SoC)
UNISOC Tiger T618
UNISOC Tiger T618
Touch Screen
true
true
Pricing Snapshot
Where to buy
Device
Price
Storefronts
Availability
RG505
$148
Not carried
RG405M
$170
Not carried
Community Pulse
What owners say
Overall user rating
RG50564/100 · 11
RG405M75/100 · 10
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