Anbernic RG40XX H: Big Screen!

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Published 2024-07-09
The new Anbernic RG40XX H is mostly more of the same: same H700 chip, same form factor, same software experience. But it also has some subtle improvements, like a 4-inch 4:3 display, stacked triggers, and RGB lighting. So let's take a deep-dive look at this handheld and see if it'll be a good option for you.

Final review:    • Anbernic RG40XX H Review: Good Starte...  

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RG*XX Family Starter Guide:    • Anbernic RG35XX Family Starter Guide  

This was a review unit sent to me by the manufacturer. All opinions are my own, they did not see this review ahead of time, and no money was exchanged in any way.

Timestamps:
00:00 introduction
01:37 unboxing and impressions
03:40 I/O and shoulders
07:45 d-pad, sticks, and face buttons
13:36 size and weight comparisons
16:34 screen discussion
18:29 stock OS and custom firmware
21:33 Anbernic's "Portgate"
25:59 gameplay testing
30:27 heat and teardown
31:50 summary (likes and dislikes)
35:59 conclusion

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All Comments (21)
  • @Hayfever33
    My wife comes in the room while watching this “your not buying another gameboy so think again”
  • @soupnazi81
    I wasn't finished my snack and drink from the previous Anbernic release video.
  • @boxhead6177
    Russ: "Hi Anbernic, I finished my review of your latest model the RG40XXH I have some feedback I want to share..." Anbernic: "Huuh! 40XX mmmm... oh that old thing, what its been like a 2 days now, its old. We already got another 10 units in pre-production and 5 in final molding, and another 3 ready for shipping next week"
  • @KingVikram
    As a person who hasn't "gamed" in decades, and had never owned a handheld console, I got the 35xxH just yesterday after watching this guy's channel couple weeks ago. I got it as a gift (wink) for my kid for his b'day. This guy's channel is very addictive and I might have to buy a few more retro handhelds with the money I didn't get to spend in my younger yrs!
  • @sjab5987
    Literally opened youtube thinking "I wonder if Russ has a new one." And boom the man always delivers.
  • @aared
    Sorry I sneezed and missed the announcement for this one, thanks for catching me up
  • @aprichman
    To be fair, they also told you the light bleed on the RG Cube was fixed and then still shipped the units. I’d strongly suggest taking a verify first approach when discussing anything regarding Anbernic’s promises.
  • He's lagging behind because of his travels. There's at least 10 new handhelds for him to review I can't live without Russ videos, is part of my life now. Is consuming all!
  • Damnit just bought a 35xxh and love it. This one looks even better, now I need to buy this one too haha
  • @jamesmin2837
    Old people that play old games have bad eye sight. Bigger screen is welcome. I think there is a market for even larger 4:3 screen devices.
  • Yay! 🎉 I just now realised that you got much higher resolutions since 2 weeks back. Thank you so much for this! Appreciated! 👏 ...and yes. A big Thank you! ..from a long term fan here!
  • Every week, another one. Can you keep the pace with reviews Russ? 😂😂. And now I grabbed a cup of coffee and let's watch.
  • @dave_diy
    I really wish Anbernic had put the square Anbernic Cube display in this model, then this 4:3 screen in the Cube for all the better consoles that it can play.
  • For old re fans it's usually the other way around - if it fails the contra test = easier to play and turn. I noticed that playing re1,2,3 and silent hill on anbernic devices is MUCH easier on my thumb than trying to run and turn on miyoo mini/stream deck. Those diagonals can take excessive force sometimes, especially on steam deck
  • @joepage5000
    Bummed there isn’t a transparent model, I can’t resist that late 90s plastic aesthetic 😂
  • Got the 35XXH a few months ago. After using it I wished the screen was a little bigger lol
  • @SansINess53
    I think anbernic should make a feature where you can order the devices but with different analog sticks like having Japanese PS1 analog stick instead of having the same Nintendo switch joycon analog stick for the 4728438th time.
  • @baseendje5763
    Really cool to see! Seeing everyone recording 35x footage claw gripping the device it just didn't seem so comfortable to play for longer than 15 minutes, but this may actually be the one. Would love to see your review part two 😊