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Powkiddy RGB20 Pro – A Tiny Powerhouse with a Retro Twist 💥🎮

Hey fam! 👋


If you’re into handhelds that combine nostalgic flair with modern Linux-based emulation power, the Powkiddy RGB20 Pro might just be the right fit for your pocket and your heart. With its quirky square shape, high-res screen, and dual SD card setup, this one’s built for serious retro gaming—especially for those who like to tinker.

Let’s break it down like I always do—one category at a time, with everything explained so you can decide whether this handheld is for you or not.


🧠 CPU & Performance – The Retro Tinkerer’s Delight

The RGB20 Pro runs on a 1.8GHz quad-core ARM chip, a familiar workhorse in the handheld emulation world. Paired with 1GB LPDDR4 RAM, it handles 8-bit and 16-bit games like a breeze and does a decent job with PS1 and even some light PSP or N64 if tweaked properly. Think of it as enough power to handle your favorite classics, with some room for experimentation.


🖥️ Display – Surprisingly Sharp for Its Size

You’re getting a 3.2-inch IPS display with full OCA lamination and a crisp 1024×768 resolution. That’s a higher pixel density than most other handhelds in this size bracket. Text is sharp, and pixel art games look fantastic. The square-ish resolution also helps maintain correct aspect ratios for a wide variety of systems.

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🎮 Controls – Compact Yet Complete

While I haven’t gotten hands-on with this unit yet, the layout follows Powkiddy’s usual formula with a full D-pad, dual analog sticks, and four face buttons. It’s tight and compact, but laid out well enough for most classic genres. The sticks are small, but they’re functional for light analog-based systems.


🔋 Battery – A Real Standout

With a 5000mAh battery, you’re looking at up to 10 hours of playtime depending on what you’re emulating. That’s a beastly runtime in such a small shell—and perfect for road trips, flights, or curling up on the couch for a few hours of Mario, Mega Man, or Metal Slug.

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🎨 Color Options – Which One Matches Your Vibe?

The RGB20 Pro comes in four fun options:

  • Transparent Blue – A nostalgic callback to 90s gadgets. You can see the internals just enough to spark that childhood curiosity again.

  • Transparent Black – Sleek, mysterious, and professional-looking. Great if you want retro tech with a modern stealth look.

  • White – Clean and classic. A neutral option that fits in anywhere, from your desk setup to your travel pouch.

  • Orange – The boldest choice. Eye-catching and playful—this one’s for the confident gamer who wants to stand out!

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💾 Dual TF Card Setup – Tinkerers, Rejoice

This handheld supports two TF cards—one for the operating system and another for your games. That means you can upgrade the OS without wiping your game library. It’s a thoughtful feature for folks who like testing out different Linux distros like ArkOS, JelOS, or AmberELEC.


📡 Connectivity – Built-in WiFi, No Bluetooth

Yes to WiFi (2.4GHz) for scraping metadata, updating your OS, or connecting to networked games. But no Bluetooth, which is a little disappointing for those who like to pair controllers. Still, you’ve got USB OTG support, so wired controllers are an option.


🎧 Audio & Output

  • 1W speaker gives you decent mono output for on-the-go.

  • 3.5mm headphone jack for private retro bliss.

  • Mini HDMI-out lets you connect to a TV and play on the big screen. That’s huge for a device of this size.

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⚙️ Other Features Worth Mentioning

  • Open-source OS support means constant community updates.

  • Custom button mapping and FPS up to 60Hz.

  • Lightweight (181g body) but feels solid in your hand.


🛒 Where to Buy + Deals

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📌 Final Thoughts

The RGB20 Pro is one of those devices that clearly isn’t trying to be everything to everyone. Instead, it’s a compact, feature-rich retro handheld that hits the sweet spot for those who love customizing their experience and want a sharp display and long battery life in a portable shell. It's not for everyone, especially if you want Bluetooth or a large screen—but for the price, it’s got charm and solid performance where it counts.


💬 Want to Talk About It?

Got questions or want to show off your setup?Join the conversation in the พื้นที่ของ Powkiddy Place on the forum, or drop a comment below! I'm always excited to hear what handheld fans think!


See you in the next review, retro crew! 👋


P’Nick ✨

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