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MANGMI AIR X vs Retroid Pocket Classic
Product A: MANGMI
79 of 165 known
Change MANGMI AIR X
Product B: Retroid
59 of 165 known
Change Retroid Pocket Classic
52 of 156 fields differ
- 26 different values
- 26 known for one only
- 27 the same
- 77 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 51 handheld consoles.
- Brightness (SDR, claimed)A: 400nitsB: 500nitsRetroid is 100 nits higher.
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- AMANGMI: 203.5 × 87.4 mm
- BRetroid: 89.8 × 138 mm
Weight
0 to 1,000 g
All 165 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
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Model numbers
AX1-04064000-WH, AX1-04064000-BK, AX1-04064000-GB2Maker product pagemangmi.com/products/mangmi-air-x.jsRead 15 October 2026Shopify SKUs of the three colour variants. No printed model number was found.
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GTIN / EAN
6978725830001, 6978725830025, 69787258300322Maker product pagemangmi.com/products/mangmi-air-x.jsRead 15 October 2026Barcodes of the three Shopify variants.
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Status
Available1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026The maker sells the Classic in the 6 GB / 128 GB configuration. Several colours are shown as sold out.2Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classic.jsRead 11 October 2026Store data marks Classic 6, PKM Yellow and Retro as available.
Predecessor
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
$89.997Press articleretrohandhelds.gg/mangmi-air-x-lands-in-september-starting-at-79Read 15 October 2026Article dated August 20, 2025: early bird $79.99 and retail price $89.99 after the early bird period. The stored value is the $89.99 retail price. USD, tax treatment not stated, and the maker's shop adds taxes at checkout.9Reviewretrododo.com/mangmi-air-x-review-ps2-gamecube-emulation-that-works-for-under-100Read 15 October 2026Review states RRP $89.99 and early bird $79.99.
From $1195Press articleretrohandhelds.gg/retroid-pocket-flip-2-and-classic-pricing-pre-order-info-revealedRead 11 October 20266Reviewretrohandhelds.gg/retroid-pocket-classic-first-impressionsRead 11 October 20269Reviewtimeextension.com/reviews/retroid-pocket-classic-6-the-portable-sega-saturn-ive-always-wantedRead 11 October 2026
Launch price (EU)
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Markets
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Colours
White, Black, Retro GB2Maker product pagemangmi.com/products/mangmi-air-x.jsRead 15 October 2026Colour options White, Black and Retro GB.
Classic 6 SG, Classic 6, PKM Yellow, Retro, Berry, Teal, Kiwi, Atomic Purple1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026Store colour options: Classic 6 SG, Classic 6, PKM Yellow, Retro, Berry, Teal, Kiwi and Atomic Purple.2Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classic.jsRead 11 October 2026Store data options: Color Classic 6 SG, Classic 6, PKM Yellow, Retro, Berry, Teal, Kiwi, Atomic Purple. Model option 6+128GB. The 4 GB / 64 GB model is no longer listed.6Reviewretrohandhelds.gg/retroid-pocket-classic-first-impressionsRead 11 October 2026Colors: teal, kiwi, berry, retro, atomic purple, PKM yellow, classic 6.
Device class
Form factor
Vertical1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026Vertical Game Boy-style body with the screen above the controls on the maker photos. Retro Handhelds and the community sheet list it as vertical.7Reviewretrohandhelds.gg/retroid-pocket-classic-setup-guideRead 11 October 2026Spec table: Form Factor Vertical.
Platform and software
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OS family
OS at launch
Android 141Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026Maker specification: OS Android 14. Retro Dodo and Joey's Retro Handhelds name Android 13 on their review units.4Press articleretrododo.com/retroid-pocket-classic-specs-officially-revealedRead 11 October 2026Will run Android 14 OS.9Reviewtimeextension.com/reviews/retroid-pocket-classic-6-the-portable-sega-saturn-ive-always-wantedRead 11 October 2026Running Android 14.
Latest OS
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Built-in game stores
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
AMANGMI AIR X
| Physical core count | Core | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | Cortex-A73 | 2.1 |
| 4 | Cortex-A53 | 2 |
BRetroid Pocket Classic
| Core type | Physical core count |
|---|---|
| Performance | 2 |
| Efficiency | 6 |
Source1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 20268-Core Kryo CPU: 2 performance cores and 6 efficiency cores. Core designs and clocks are not stated by the maker or Qualcomm, so they are left out.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)qualcomm.com/content/dam/qcomm-martech/dm-assets/documents/Snapdragon-G1-Gen-2-Product-Brief.pdfRead 11 October 2026Snapdragon G1 Gen 2: Qualcomm Kryo CPU with 8 cores, 2 performance cores and 6 efficiency cores.
CPU cores
8
8
Max CPU clock
2.1GHz
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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
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RAM
RAM type
RAM speed
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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
400.5ppi
419.5ppi
Aspect ratio
Panel type
Native panel orientation
Screen surface
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Touchscreen
Built-in display refresh modes
AMANGMI AIR X
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Max (Hz) |
|---|---|---|
| 1920 | 1080 | 60 |
BRetroid Pocket Classic
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Max (Hz) |
|---|---|---|
| 1240 | 1080 | 60 |
Max refresh rate
60Hz
60Hz
Adaptive sync
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VRR lower limit
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Brightness (SDR, claimed)
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
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Stick layout
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Touch-sensitive sticks
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Replaceable stick modules
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Trigger sensor
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Trigger stops
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D-pad
Cross6Reviewretrohandhelds.gg/retroid-pocket-classic-first-impressionsRead 11 October 2026The D-pad is Vita-style.8Reviewretrododo.com/retroid-pocket-classic-review-the-greatest-vertical-android-handheldRead 11 October 2026The D-pad is clicky and reminds the reviewer of the PS Vita D-pad. Maker photos show a cross-shaped D-pad.
Face button labels
Extra rear and grip buttons
08Reviewretrododo.com/retroid-pocket-classic-review-the-greatest-vertical-android-handheldRead 11 October 2026The four shoulder buttons are on the back and are not extra rear buttons.9Reviewtimeextension.com/reviews/retroid-pocket-classic-6-the-portable-sega-saturn-ive-always-wantedRead 11 October 2026Four shoulder buttons on the rear. No analogue stick and no extra rear buttons.
Trackpads
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System-level remapping
System buttons
Power, Volume up, Volume down, Home, Back, Select, Start1Maker product pagemangmi.com/products/mangmi-air-xRead 15 October 2026Controls list: Back button, Home button, Select button, Start button, Volume control buttons, Power switch. Volume up and down are the two volume buttons.
Power, Volume +, Volume -, Menu, Start, Select6Reviewretrohandhelds.gg/retroid-pocket-classic-first-impressionsRead 11 October 2026Describes the start and select buttons below the face buttons and the shoulder buttons. The menu button is covered by Retro Dodo.8Reviewretrododo.com/retroid-pocket-classic-review-the-greatest-vertical-android-handheldRead 11 October 2026Start and select, with the menu button up top.12Spec databasedocs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1irg60f9qsZOkhp0cwOU7Cy4rJQeyusEUzTNQzhoTYTURead 11 October 2026Extra buttons: Menu, Power, Volume +-.
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
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Rumble
Rumble12Retailer pagedroix.net/product/mangmi-air-xRead 15 October 2026Retailer spec text lists dual vibration motors. The maker page does not mention vibration. Retro Catalog also tags the device as having vibration. Stored as generic rumble.13Spec databaseretrocatalog.com/retro-handhelds/mangmi-air-xRead 15 October 2026Vibration/rumble is listed as a feature tag with no detail.
Measured
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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)
AMANGMI AIR X
| Test | Game | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | PSP game at 2x resolution, performance mode off, fan silent, Wi-Fi on, volume 10% | 3.02 |
| Gaming | PSP game at 2x resolution, performance mode on, fan silent, Wi-Fi on, volume 10% | 2.77 |
| Gaming | 3DS game, performance mode off, fan silent, Wi-Fi on, volume 10% | 4.75 |
| Gaming | 3DS game, performance mode on, fan silent, Wi-Fi on, volume 10% | 3.33 |
| Gaming | Game Boy game, fan silent, Wi-Fi on, volume 10% | 6.67 |
| Max load | AnTuTu loop, performance profile, max fan | 4.5 |
Source10Reviewjoeysretrohandhelds.com/reviews/mangmi-air-x-reviewRead 15 October 2026Tested 100% to 0% at 100% brightness, Wi-Fi on, volume 10%, fan on silent. PSP at 2x gave 181 min without performance mode and 166 min with it. 3DS gave 285 min without and 200 min with. Game Boy gave 400 min. Joey notes 50% brightness gave nearly identical PSP results. Brightness in nits is not stated and the game titles are not named. The review used a launch unit that the review lists at 450 nits.11Reviewdroix.net/blogs/mangmi-air-x-reviewRead 15 October 2026DROIX battery test: AnTuTu loop, full screen brightness, max fan, performance profile, about 4 hours 30 minutes.
BRetroid Pocket Classic
Not availableShortest gaming test runtime (measured)
2.77h
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Longest gaming test runtime (measured)
6.67h
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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)
AMANGMI AIR X
| Power mode | Noise (dB(A)) |
|---|---|
| Quiet fan setting | 40 |
| Extreme fan setting | 50 |
BRetroid Pocket Classic
Not availableMax fan noise (measured)
50dB(A)
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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
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Ports
AMANGMI AIR X
| Type | Version | Count | Side | Max charging input (W) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | USB 3.1 | 1 | Bottom | 15 |
| 3.5 mm audio | Not available | 1 | Bottom | Not available |
| microSD card | Not available | 1 | Bottom | Not available |
BRetroid Pocket Classic
| Type | Count | Side | Max charging input (W) |
|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | 1 | Top | 27 |
| 3.5 mm audio | 1 | Top | Not available |
| microSD card | 1 | Not available | Not available |
Source1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026Interface: USB-C, 3.5mm audio jack, TF card. The maker back-design image shows the audio jack and the USB-C port on the top edge. 27W charging is stated for the battery.8Reviewretrododo.com/retroid-pocket-classic-review-the-greatest-vertical-android-handheldRead 11 October 2026Headphone jack on top, micro SD card slot, on/off, volume buttons and a USB-C port for charging.12Spec databasedocs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1irg60f9qsZOkhp0cwOU7Cy4rJQeyusEUzTNQzhoTYTURead 11 October 2026Charge port: USB-C, top facing. Audio output: 3.5mm headphone, top facing.
USB-C ports
1
1
USB4 or Thunderbolt
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USB-C charging
15W
27W
Video out
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No1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026Spec image: Video Output N/A.8Reviewretrododo.com/retroid-pocket-classic-review-the-greatest-vertical-android-handheldRead 11 October 2026The USB-C port does not do video-out.10Reviewjoeysretrohandhelds.com/reviews/retroid-pocket-classic-reviewRead 11 October 2026The handheld does not support video out at all.11Spec databaseretrocatalog.com/retro-handhelds/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026Feature label: Video Out not supported.
Max external display
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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 51Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026Wi-Fi 5 and BT 5.1.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)qualcomm.com/content/dam/qcomm-martech/dm-assets/documents/Snapdragon-G1-Gen-2-Product-Brief.pdfRead 11 October 2026Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac 1x1). The Retroid spec lists Wi-Fi 5.
Wi-Fi bands
2.4 GHz, 5 GHz1Maker product pagemangmi.com/products/mangmi-air-xRead 15 October 2026Connectivity: Wi-Fi 5 2.4G+5G.
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Bluetooth
NFC
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Cellular
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Network
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Battery and charging
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Battery energy
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Battery capacity
Claimed battery life
AMANGMI AIR X
| Hours (h) |
|---|
| 8 |
BRetroid Pocket Classic
Not availableBattery life (claimed, min)
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Battery life (claimed, max)
8h
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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
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Fans
11Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026Heat dissipation: active cooling. The maker image shows one fan.4Press articleretrododo.com/retroid-pocket-classic-specs-officially-revealedRead 11 October 2026Comes with active cooling.10Reviewjoeysretrohandhelds.com/reviews/retroid-pocket-classic-reviewRead 11 October 2026The fan can be turned on or off from the settings and has a lowest Quiet setting.
Vapor chamber
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Custom fan curve
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Build
None of 3 known
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
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Dimensions
Width203.47Height87.39mm(8 × 3.4 in)1Maker product pagemangmi.com/products/mangmi-air-xRead 15 October 2026Spec image and page: 203.47 x 87.39 x 16.80mm. The page labels it (H x W x D), but the body is landscape, so 203.47 is width and 87.39 is height. The 16.80 mm value has no stated maximum including grips and sticks, so depth is left out.
Width89.8Height138mm(3.5 × 5.4 in)1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026Size: 138*89.8*26mm. Width 89.8 mm and height 138 mm in handheld use. The 26 mm is not qualified (body or maximum depth), so depth is left out.4Press articleretrododo.com/retroid-pocket-classic-specs-officially-revealedRead 11 October 2026Retro Dodo, 12 March 2025: 138 mm high x 89.8 wide x 26 mm deep, from the maker's image.6Reviewretrohandhelds.gg/retroid-pocket-classic-first-impressionsRead 11 October 2026138 x 89 x 26 mm, rounded.
Weight
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
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In the box
AIR X handheld, USB-A to USB-C cable, Tempered glass screen protector, User manual1Maker product pagemangmi.com/products/mangmi-air-xRead 15 October 2026What's in the Box: AIR X Handheld, USB-A to USB-C Cable, Tempered Glass Screen Protector, User Manual.
Links
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Product page
Spec sheet
Manual
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EPREL registration number
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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