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Price: $249.00
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The Retroid Pocket 4 PRO redefine classic gaming handhelds, merging nostalgia with cutting-edge design. These devices by Retroid offer mobility, high performance, and innovative features. Ideal for gamers who appreciate classic nostalgia and modern tech, these handhelds seamlessly blend the past with the present. Whether at home or on the go, the Retroid Pocket 4 series delivers an unparalleled gaming experience, reshaping the definition of a portable retro gaming console.
Steps up with the Mediatek Dimensity 1100 Octa Core, featuring 4xA78 cores at 2.6 GHz for even more robust performance. The G77 MC9 GPU complements this, handling more demanding games with ease.
Both models support 720P output via HDMI, making it easy to connect to larger screens for an immersive gaming experience. The Retroid Pocket 4 PRO also offers 1080P output via USB Type-C, providing even more versatility for high-definition displays.
With Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2, these devices ensure fast and stable connections, enhancing both online gaming and content streaming experiences. The seamless integration with wireless peripherals adds to the convenience.
With a robust 5000mAh battery in each model, the Retroid Pocket 4 and Retroid Pocket 4 PRO promise extensive gaming sessions and swift charging capabilities. This ensures you're always prepared for the next exciting game, whether you're at home or on the go. Say goodbye to interruptions and hello to uninterrupted gaming adventures, as the powerful battery stands ready to fuel your gaming passion.
NO PRELOAD GAMES: Please note that there are no preload games on Retroid Pocket 4 Pro. The Retroid Pocket 4 Pro runs the Android 13 operating system, which has full support for the Google Play Store to download and update new apps. It is effortless to use and has a vast array of emulations and compatible games supported on this handheld gaming console
High-Performance Computing: Equipped with a Mediatek Dimensity 1100 Octa Core CPU, featuring 4xA78 cores at 2.6Ghz, and a G77 MC9 GPU at 836Mhz, the Pocket 4 Pro offers unparalleled gaming performance. Its 8GB LPDDR4X RAM enhances this experience, ensuring smooth and responsive gameplay for even the most demanding games.
Expansive and Flexible Storage Options: With a generous 128GB of UFS 3.1 internal storage, the Pocket 4 Pro provides ample space for an extensive game library. Additionally, the flexibility to expand storage via a Micro SD card slot ensures you never run out of room for your favourite games and media.
Superior Display and Video Output: Boasting a 4.7” touchscreen display, this handheld offers vivid and crisp visuals for an immersive gaming experience. It also supports video output of 720P through HDMI and 1080P via USB Type-C, allowing for versatile gaming on larger screens, whether at home or on the move.
Advanced Connectivity and User-Friendly Design: Featuring WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 for seamless online gaming and device connectivity, this handheld is a gamer's dream. Its ergonomic design, weighing only 251g and measuring 18.4 x 8.2 x 1.5 cm, makes it easy to carry. Available in six attractive colours, it caters to every style.
Long Battery Life with Efficient Cooling: The device's long-lasting 5000mAh battery supports extended gaming sessions and fast charging capability means less downtime. An innovative active cooling system with a fan ensures the device remains cool, enhancing performance and longevity. The Android OS 13 provides a smooth, user-friendly interface.
Reviewer: Boods
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Amazing.
Review: Worth the purchase!My phone has so much free space now that I can play all my android and emulator games on this and keep my phone free for all the dog pictures I take :)Does take a little bit of know how on setting it up, but it's not a difficult process once you figure it out. Just a lot of drag and drop or downloading from the app store.The overall feel of the console feels very much like a PSP. Would recommend buying a grip case. Makes it so much better. The buttons feel really nice. Good click to them. Overall the buttons and joysticks are pretty akin to the Nintendo switch. In fact, Nintendo Switch joystick grips work on this. Button grips too.On the software side, it's running a fork of Android, so you have access to a lot of Android features including the app store. Tons of apps work with it. Call of Duty, Hades, Stardew Valley, GamePass, SteamLink, plus the emulators. (Also streaming apps if you wanna watch something.) This also gives you a ton of options on how you want your device to look using Launchers. Anywhere from Nintendo Wii, Switch, Playstation to Newly made User interfaces that are really good.This also runs super well. It actually feels on par with my S24 Ultra. It can play up to some switch games, so it's a really tough little device with a good battery life. Honestly, as far as cheap handhelds with the most capability before you start incorporating Desktop Operating Systems, this is the best one on the market imo.
Reviewer: Robert Z
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Amazing handheld device
Review: Some other reviews have stated that it's a little difficult to get this device setup. That is not incorrect, but there are quite a few videos on YouTube that'll teach you how. There are several Android games that you can play right out of the box just fine, and streaming services like Xbox let you play games really easily, but if you want to get into the emulator side of it, You will have to do a little research and some work, but this device is very powerful and can handle much more than you would think. For the price it's an incredible value, I find myself playing it everyday. The battery life is decent depending on what you do, it's small enough to fit in your pocket and take with you when you're on the go. I also really like the color
Reviewer: Raf Reyes
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: A great device for me.
Review: I started hearing about this device back in August, and after countless review and testing videos on YouTube (especially Retro Game Corps, Taki Udon, and ETA PRIME,) I've made a right choice. The console was in perfect condition when it arrived, no faulty shoulders, discolored screen, or anything. All buttons work. Analog sticks are a breeze to use. Gaming performance was amazing especially high end emulation, though some needed some work, but hey, it's better than nothing. This is the device I can't stop letting go of.
Reviewer: Greg Crain
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Hardware is great, software isnât.
Review: Finally, after 2 weeks of research and tweaking this has become an emulation powerhouse. I wanted a handheld ps2 and GameCube system so I could relive my younger gaming. Itâs been a challenge to say the least, but itâs finally paying off. Unlike my Ambernic, this system is NOT ready to go out of the box. I had to get my own emulators and a front end. Itâs like taking any android phone and emulating, but it has a built in controller. Would I recommend this? Not at all. My ambernic came with all the emulation and front end and just worked out of the box. No fuss. This thing was a pain in the you know what. Not for the faint of heart for sure. Stay away if you want something that just works. If Ambernic came out with a machine as powerful as this that can run Ps2 and GameCube games, Iâd highly prefer them over this nightmare. But, I guess the glory is in the work, if you want to spend hours doing it. *** Edit, I found of the Ambernic that compares the same, but they said to ignore their software and do it the hard way anyway. So Iâm going to just recommend this.
Reviewer: Animefu
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: What day is it?
Review: All I can say is being a child of the 80's this is the best item I have purchased this year. What day is it? Sorry I was playing my childhood in a handheld. It takes some know how to set up but it is so worth it. The system is build so nicely and screen is fantastic. I would buy it again for sure. I couldn't recommend this more for anyone that loves gaming from the past to present. Also friendly suggestion for anyone that wants a case that is tiny and holds this thing perfectly. I found a MAMMOTH EMPIRE Cycling Wallet on here as well. It works perfectly. It was made for bicycle's but works so well with this unit. Its like a glove for it and when taking it with you it is hidden away and much safer.
Reviewer: Miranda
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Super Sweet!
Review: This console is awesome. It's small and comfortable to hold, unlike my Steam Deck. It can run Wii games, Gamecube games, etc. It is also an Android device, so anything from the Play Store is fair game. (I've been playing Stardew Valley on it, because I'm obsessed with Stardew Valley, apparently). Setting it up was a little fiddly, with having to install various emulators and get them running, but if you're an emulator expert you'll probably find that easier than I did.
Reviewer: fx53
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: It is a top-of-the-line pocketable handheld.
Review: I have been extremely impressed by it's solid performance. I purchased it with the thought that I wanted a larger screen, the ability to play retro-games up to, and including PS2, and in a size that wasn't behemoth - It has not disappointed.My only "dislike" was the learning curve for installing the emulators and games, however there are a number of excellent video tutorials available.
Reviewer: Jason bradley
Rating: 1.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Retroid pro 4
Review: I was really excited about this retro gaming handheld. After seeing all the good reviews I decided to buy this product. When i received the retroid it came very well packaged! Beautiful design comfortable as well. The ergonomics for it was great!! But after I got everything setup and ready to play I noticed that all the library's were empty. I checked for an SD card and there was nothing.. I checked the package and found nothing.. I'm really upset about this and was really looking forward to playing this.. but I will be sending this back. I saw all the reviews from other people as well as photos and videos of them playing the retroid. But mine came with nothing to play ðð
Reviewer: Patricio
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Me parece una excelente consola de emulación. Puede emular hasta GC, WII, 3DS y PS2(no he probado muchos pero no he tenido problemas). Para mi gusto, el tamaño es perfecto. Tal vez no sea muy cómoda para jugar por largos periodos, pero no la quiero para eso, asà que para mà no es problema.Igual si tienes Xbox puedes jugar stremeando usando la app oficial de xbox. La he probado en el mismo wi-fi y en otra casa, y se juega sorprendentemente bien.Si esta es tu primera consola de emulación android, primero que nada no es muy plug and play que digamos. Vas a tener que hacer muchas configuraciones y puede ser algo abrumante si intentas configurar todo al mismo tiempo, asà que en verdad vas a necesitar mucha paciencia.Busca tutoriales de retro game corps, creo que son la mejor opción para configurar la consola.
Reviewer: Manuel GarcÃa
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Esta consola cuenta con todo lo necesario para disfrutar todos tus juegos retros en un solo lugar, cuenta con terminados de calidad, además que el tamaño de la misma es ideal para llevarla contigo a todas partes resaltando que la portabilidad es importante.Cuenta con Android 13 Por lo cual podrás hacer uso de las store de Google y bajar tus juegos y aplicaciones favoritas, aparte del tamaño otra cosa que me gustó es el hecho de que cuenta con ventilación que ayuda a mantener el equipo fresco y que no se dañe.
Reviewer: Fernando Porras
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Una consola perfecta para la emulacion de videojuegos. Ps2 y nintendo Wii van perfecto son apenas mover nada.
Customers say
Customers like the value for money, quality, and ergonomics of the preloaded electronic game. They mention it's worth the purchase, the buttons are firm and of high quality, and it feels good. Some are satisfied with the ease of use and gaming performance. However, some customers have reported that the setup is not easy.
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