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RGB20SX
75
HR Rating
94
User Rating
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RGB20SX / R36S
Verdict
RGB20SX has the strongest overall profile in this RGB20SX vs R36S comparison. RGB20SX leads the summary view with HR rating 75 and user rating 94. Its clearest measurable advantages are release year (2024 vs 2023), screen size (4 vs 3.5). R36S is the lower-priced option at $55.99, while RGB20SX comes in at $60. For emulation, travel, and long sessions, weigh those score gaps against battery, screen, storage, and price rather than picking on raw ranking alone.
Specs
Ranking Breakdown
Field
RGB20SXPowKiddy
R36SGame Console
The VersusComparable numbers · ▲ marks the winner
Price
$60
$55.99
HR Rating
75
72
User Rating
94
85
Release Year
2024
2023
Screen Size (Inches)
4
3.5
The SpreadCategory scores · ▲ marks the leader
Battery Life
73
73
Brightness
60
60
Controls
67
66
Durability
69
69
Ease Of Use
61
61
Ergonomics
67
67
Haptics
44
44
Hardware
59
59
OS Support
57
56
Performance
46
46
Portability
67
67
Screen Quality
52
51
Software
62
61
Speakers
52
51
Value
61
61
The FactsNo winners here — just what each device is
Architecture
ARM
ARM
Aspect Ratio
1:1
4:3
Battery
5000 mAh
3500 mAh (Swappable)
Connectivity
WiFi 5, Bluetooth
USB-C OTG
CPU
Cortex-A55
Cortex-A35
Form Factor
Vertical
Vertical
GPU
Mali-G52 2EE
Mali-G31 MP2
Make
PowKiddy
Game Console
Model
RGB20SX
R36S
OS
Linux
Linux
RAM Size
1 GB
<1 GB
RAM Type
LPDDR4
DDR3L
Best Resolution for Retro Gaming
720 x 720
640 x 480
Screen Type
IPS
IPS
Storage
Dual External MicroSD
Dual External MicroSD (Compatible cards list)
System on a Chip (SoC)
RockChip RK3566
RockChip RK3326
Touch Screen
false
false
Video Output
Mini HDMI Top facing
0
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Price
Storefronts
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RGB20SX
$60
None listed
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Community Pulse
What owners say
Overall user rating
RGB20SX94/100 · 10
R36S85/100 · 11
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It's just misunderstood. The Powkiddy RGB20SX is a fun niche retro handheld, mainly because its 4-inch 720×720 square screen is excellent for Game Boy, Game Boy Color, Pico-8, and other 1:1-friendly games. Its RK3566 chip and 1GB RAM are fine for older systems, but it is not a great choice for heavier emulation, and the tall vertical body plus 4:3 black borders can feel awkward. Overall, it is a charming budget device around the ~$70–$90 range, but only worth picking over alternatives like the RGB30 if you specifically want the vertical form factor.