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Anbernic RG 477M vs Retroid Pocket Flip 2 (Snapdragon 865)
Product A: Anbernic
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Product B: Retroid
Pocket Flip 2 (Snapdragon 865)
69 of 165 known
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47 of 156 fields differ
- 29 different values
- 18 known for one only
- 25 the same
- 84 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 51 handheld consoles.
- Refresh rateA: 120HzB: 60HzAnbernic is 60 Hz higher.
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- AAnbernic: 176 × 89.4 mm
- BRetroid: 140.5 × 89.5 mm
Weight
0 to 1,000 g
All 165 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
5 of 9 differ
Series
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Model numbers
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GTIN / EAN
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Announced
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Status
Available1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-flip-2Read 10 October 2026SD865 Black and GC in stock on 2026-10-06. Sale price 189.00 USD, regular price 219.00 USD8Press articleretrohandhelds.gg/retroid-slashes-prices-on-remaining-stock-of-devicesRead 6 October 2026Published 2026-09-14. Retroid Discord: Flip 2 (12GB SD865) now 189 USD. The devices will be discontinued when remaining stock runs out
Predecessor
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
From $239.991Maker product pageanbernic.com/products/rg477mRead 11 October 20264Press articleretrohandhelds.gg/anbernic-rg477m-launched-everything-you-need-to-knowRead 11 October 20265Press articleliliputing.com/anbernic-rg477m-handheld-game-console-has-a-4-7-inch-120-hz-display-with-a-43-aspect-ratioRead 11 October 20266Press articleretrohandhelds.gg/anbernic-rg477m-first-impressionsRead 11 October 2026
From $2291Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-flip-2Read 10 October 20267Press articleretrohandhelds.gg/bad-news-the-retroid-pocket-5-and-flip-2-just-got-an-upgradeRead 6 October 202610Reviewjoeysretrohandhelds.com/reviews/retroid-pocket-flip-2-reviewRead 10 October 202616Press articleretrohandhelds.gg/retroid-pocket-flip-2-and-classic-pricing-pre-order-info-revealedRead 10 October 202617Press articleretrododo.com/pre-orders-are-now-live-for-retroid-pocket-flip-2-classicRead 10 October 2026
Launch price (EU)
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Markets
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Colours
Device class
Platform and software
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OS family
OS at launch
Latest OS
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Built-in game stores
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Physical games
Backward compatibility
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Upscaling and frame generation
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Processor and graphics
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Chip
Chip brand
Core configuration
AAnbernic RG 477M
| Physical core count | Core | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cortex-A715 | 3.35 |
| 3 | Cortex-A715 | 3.2 |
| 4 | Cortex-A510 | 2.2 |
Source1Maker product pageanbernic.com/products/rg477mRead 11 October 2026Octa-core CPU including 1*A715@3.35GHz + 3*A715@3.20GHz + 4*A510@2.2GHz3Maker product pagemediatek.com/products/smartphones/mediatek-dimensity-8300Read 11 October 2026Octa-core CPU with 4X Arm Cortex-A715 and 4X Cortex-A510, Arm Mali-G615 GPU. The clocks and the 1+3 split come from the Anbernic page
BRetroid Pocket Flip 2 (Snapdragon 865)
| Physical core count | Core | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cortex-A77 | 2.8 |
| 3 | Cortex-A77 | 2.4 |
| 4 | Cortex-A55 | 1.8 |
CPU cores
8
8
Max CPU clock
3.35GHz
2.8GHz
Process
GPU
GPU architecture
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GPU compute units
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GPU max clock
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GPU compute (claimed)
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Power modes
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Lowest TDP
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Highest TDP
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Highest TDP on battery
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Custom TDP
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Memory and storage
3 of 12 differ
RAM
8, 12GB1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-flip-2Read 10 October 2026Current text: RAM 12GB LPDDR4x@2133MHz. The System Parameters image (uploaded March 2025) lists 8GB LPDDR4x for both models7Press articleretrohandhelds.gg/bad-news-the-retroid-pocket-5-and-flip-2-just-got-an-upgradeRead 6 October 2026
RAM type
Memory bandwidth
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Storage
Storage type
Installed drive PCIe generation
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Storage slots
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M.2 slots
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Memory card
Card speed class
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Max card size
Display
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Screen size
Native resolution
Pixel density
340.4ppi
400.5ppi
Aspect ratio
Panel type
LCD (subtype not stated)1Maker product pageanbernic.com/products/rg477mRead 11 October 20264.7-inch LTPS In-Cell display, OCA full lamination. LTPS is an LCD technology with no further subtype given, so lcd is stored5Press articleliliputing.com/anbernic-rg477m-handheld-game-console-has-a-4-7-inch-120-hz-display-with-a-43-aspect-ratioRead 11 October 2026Calls the display a 4.7 inch, 1280 x 960 IPS LCD touchscreen. The maker says LTPS In-Cell, so the subtype is kept as lcd
Native panel orientation
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Screen surface
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Touchscreen
Built-in display refresh modes
AAnbernic RG 477M
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Max (Hz) |
|---|---|---|
| 1280 | 960 | 120 |
BRetroid Pocket Flip 2 (Snapdragon 865)
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Max (Hz) |
|---|---|---|
| 1920 | 1080 | 60 |
Max refresh rate
120Hz
60Hz
Adaptive sync
Not available
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VRR lower limit
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Brightness (SDR, claimed)
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500nits4Reviewretrohandhelds.gg/retroid-pocket-flip-2-first-impressionsRead 10 October 2026Describes the screen as 5.5 inch AMOLED at 1080p and 500 nits of max brightness, the same screen as the Pocket 5.15Maker product pagegoretroid.com/cdn/shop/files/6c20a324e6072b865fee52abbf3de30.jpgRead 10 October 2026System parameters row reads 5.5 inch 1080p AMOLED 500Nits for both chip versions. The maker does not say whether this is typical or peak, and gives no HDR or window size.
Peak brightness (HDR, claimed)
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DCI-P3 coverage (claimed)
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HDR formats
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Second display
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Controls
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Stick sensor
Hall effect1Maker product pageanbernic.com/products/rg477mRead 11 October 2026Large-angle 3D Hall joystick5Press articleliliputing.com/anbernic-rg477m-handheld-game-console-has-a-4-7-inch-120-hz-display-with-a-43-aspect-ratioRead 11 October 2026RGB backlit hall-sensor analog sticks7Reviewretrohandhelds.gg/anbernic-rg477m-reviewRead 11 October 2026Retroid-styled larger sticks. The maker names Hall sensors
Stick layout
Touch-sensitive sticks
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Replaceable stick modules
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Trigger sensor
Hall effect12Press articlenotebookcheck.com/Retroid-Pocket-Flip-2-Retro-Handheld-zeigt-sich-im-Teaser-Video-mit-OLED-Display-und-Luefter.964119.0.htmlRead 7 October 2026Exact Flip 2 teaser article states the analog triggers also use Hall-effect sensors. Maker current page names only Hall sticks and analog L2/R2. DroiX exact Flip 2 hardware table independently says Trigger Technology Hall. Retained as secondary claim, not a manufacturer-confirmed sensor.13Retailer pagedroix.net/product/retroid-pocket-flip-2Read 7 October 2026Exact current SD865 Flip 2 physical controller table: Trigger Technology Hall. This is corroborated by Notebookcheck exact-model article. Generic in-page unrelated device CPU/port entries are excluded.
Trigger stops
Not available
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D-pad
Face button labels
Extra rear and grip buttons
Not available
System-level remapping
Not available
Yes9Owner's manualdevice.report/m/5b3dbe2198995be8aec0472f5c1cb9033b77f6311f99cc129aeef39f642d18cf.pdfRead 7 October 2026Printed page 3 Basic Information explicitly lists game key mapping. Printed pages 11-12 document controller Xbox/retro modes, joystick calibration and dead-zone settings. Android Authority exact SD865 review independently describes native touch-control mapping for games without controller support.11Reviewandroidauthority.com/retroid-pocket-flip-2-review-3555562Read 7 October 2026Exact Snapdragon 865 review says Retroid includes a tool to map controls on the screen for games without controller compatibility. This is on-device software, not emulator-only mapping.
System buttons
Power, Volume buttons8Reviewretrododo.com/anbernic-rg477m-reviewRead 11 October 2026Between the shoulder buttons: a power button, volume buttons, an LED indicator and ventilation for the fan
Power, Home / Back, Start, Select, Volume +, Volume -9Owner's manualdevice.report/m/5b3dbe2198995be8aec0472f5c1cb9033b77f6311f99cc129aeef39f642d18cf.pdfRead 7 October 2026Printed page 2 complete Interface Introduction names Home, ON/OFF, Start, Select and Volume +/-. Joey exact review confirms Home/Back is one multifunction button. ABXY/D-pad/sticks/shoulders are gameplay controls, not included in this system-button list.10Reviewjoeysretrohandhelds.com/reviews/retroid-pocket-flip-2-reviewRead 10 October 2026Exact review describes home/back as one combo button next to power, plus Start/Select. Named physical functions only, no inferred remapping options.
Detached controller connection
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Controller mouse sensor
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Fingerprint
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Motion and feedback
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Gyroscope
Measured
None of 30 known
Brightness (measured)
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HDR peak brightness (measured)
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Contrast ratio (measured)
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DCI-P3 coverage (measured)
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Colour accuracy (measured Delta E)
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PWM frequency (measured)
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3DMark Time Spy graphics (measured)
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3DMark Steel Nomad Light (measured)
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3DMark Wild Life Extreme (measured)
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Cinebench 2024 single-core (measured)
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Cinebench 2024 multi-core (measured)
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AnTuTu (measured)
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Game frame rates (measured)
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SSD sequential read (measured)
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Memory card read (measured)
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Battery runtime per test (measured)
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Shortest gaming test runtime (measured)
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Longest gaming test runtime (measured)
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Video runtime (measured)
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Full charge time (measured)
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Power draw gaming (measured)
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Fan noise per mode (measured)
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Max fan noise (measured)
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Fan noise while gaming (measured)
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Back surface under load (measured)
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Grips under load (measured)
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Chip temperature while gaming (measured)
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Stick tests (measured)
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Speaker loudness (measured)
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Weight (measured)
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Audio
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Speakers
Speaker direction
Audio features
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Microphones
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Ports and dock
2 of 10 differ
Ports
AAnbernic RG 477M
| Type | Count | Side | DP Alt Mode |
|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | 1 | Bottom | Yes |
| 3.5 mm audio | 1 | Bottom | Not available |
| microSD card | 1 | Bottom | Not available |
Source1Maker product pageanbernic.com/products/rg477mRead 11 October 2026USB Type-C supports 1080p display port output, 3.5mm stereo audio headphones, TF card slot. Port sides from the Retro Dodo review and the product images8Reviewretrododo.com/anbernic-rg477m-reviewRead 11 October 2026At the bottom: USB-C port, 3.5mm headphone jack and an SD card slot, alongside two speaker grills
BRetroid Pocket Flip 2 (Snapdragon 865)
| Type | Count | Side | DP Alt Mode | Max charging input (W) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | 1 | Bottom | Yes | 27 |
| 3.5 mm audio | 1 | Bottom | Not available | Not available |
| microSD card | 1 | Bottom | Not available | Not available |
Source1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-flip-2Read 10 October 2026Interface: USB-C / 3.5mm Audio Jack / TF Card. Video Output: DisplayPort 1080p via USB-C. Charging Speed: 27Watt (SD865 column). All three on the bottom edge of the base on the colour photos2Spec databaseretrocatalog.com/retro-handhelds/retroid-pocket-flip-2-sd865Read 6 October 2026Charge Port: Bottom
USB-C ports
1
1
USB4 or Thunderbolt
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USB-C charging
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27W
Video out
Max external display
External GPU
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Dock
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Max output through dock
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Dock ports
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Wireless
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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi bands
2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz1Maker product pageanbernic.com/products/rg477mRead 11 October 2026
Not available
Bluetooth
NFC
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Cellular
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Network
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Battery and charging
3 of 12 differ
Battery energy
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Battery capacity
Claimed battery life
AAnbernic RG 477M
| Hours (h) |
|---|
| 7 |
BRetroid Pocket Flip 2 (Snapdragon 865)
Not availableBattery life (claimed, min)
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Battery life (claimed, max)
7h
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Wired charging
Charging standards
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Charge 0 to 100 % (claimed)
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Charge limit
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Bypass charging
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Charger in box
Included charger
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Cooling
0 of 3 differ
Fans
Vapor chamber
Not available
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Custom fan curve
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Build
1 of 3 differ
Built-in kickstand
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Dust and water rating
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User-replaceable parts
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Dimensions and weight
2 of 3 differ
Dimensions
Width176Height89.4mm(6.9 × 3.5 in)1Maker product pageanbernic.com/products/rg477mRead 11 October 2026Console specification: length 17.6 cm, width 8.94 cm, height 1.6 cm. The 16 mm value is an unqualified thickness, so depth is left out6Press articleretrohandhelds.gg/anbernic-rg477m-first-impressionsRead 11 October 2026Dimensions: 176 x 89.4 x 16mm, matching the maker console specification
Weight
354g(12.5 oz)1Maker product pageanbernic.com/products/rg477mRead 11 October 2026Console specification: weight 0.354 kg. The 0.608 kg value is the box6Press articleretrohandhelds.gg/anbernic-rg477m-first-impressionsRead 11 October 2026Weight: 354g8Reviewretrododo.com/anbernic-rg477m-reviewRead 11 October 2026Reviewer weighs it at about 350 g, the maker states 354 g
Weight without controllers
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Certifications
None of 2 known
Game compatibility programme
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FCC ID
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Other certifications
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In the box
2 of 2 differ
In the box
Game console, Type-C charging cable, User manual, Gift box, Screen protector, Silicone protective case1Maker product pageanbernic.com/products/rg477mRead 11 October 20262Maker product pagecdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0597/2364/5092/files/RG_477M_fa49e5b9-aa87-4acb-908e-180f71712b04.jpgRead 11 October 2026Accessories image: game console x1, screen protector x1, user manual x1, Type-C charging cable x1, gift box x1, silicone protective case x1
Retroid Pocket Flip 2, USB Type-C cable, User guide1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-flip-2Read 10 October 2026Packing list image: handheld, a printed card and a USB-C cable. No charger and no case shown3Retailer pagedroix.net/product/retroid-pocket-flip-2Read 6 October 2026Package Includes: 1x Retroid Pocket Flip 2, 1x USB Type-C Cable, 1x User Guide
Links
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Product page
Spec sheet
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www.goretroid.com/cdn/shop/files/6c20a324e6072b865fee52abbf3de30.jpg1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-flip-2Read 10 October 2026Maker published graphical System Parameters datasheet for both chip options. The URL is the maker JPEG, not a separate PDF. Read the SD865 column. Its old 8 GB row is not used to override current 12 GB RAM revision.
Manual
Not available
device.report/m/5b3dbe2198995be8aec0472f5c1cb9033b77f6311f99cc129aeef39f642d18cf.pdf9Owner's manualdevice.report/m/5b3dbe2198995be8aec0472f5c1cb9033b77f6311f99cc129aeef39f642d18cf.pdfRead 7 October 2026Authentic 14-page maker user manual submitted in regulatory documents and publicly mirrored. Direct HTTP download is 403, but public web PDF reader exposes all 14 pages. Artificial generated manuals with Helio G99 and 4.7-inch IPS are excluded.
EPREL registration number
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Warranty
None of 1 known
Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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