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ARetroid Pocket 6

BRetroid Pocket Classic

General

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Series

Retroid Pocket2Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-6-handheldRead 8 October 2026

Retroid Pocket1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026Retroid Pocket product line on the maker's store.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

R6-8DT_BK1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-6-handheld.jsRead 8 October 2026Exact current Black / 8G_DPAD_TOP variant, SKU R6-8DT_BK, Shopify variant 48076837486816. Its available flag is true. Shipping weight metadata is not device weight.

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GTIN / EAN

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AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

26 October 202514Press articleretrohandhelds.gg/retroid-pocket-6-and-pocket-g2-officially-unveiledRead 10 October 2026Article dated October 26, 2025 reports the Retroid Pocket 6 as officially unveiled. The first design was pulled after community backlash and the redesigned model went to pre-order on November 2 to 3, 2025.15Press articleretrododo.com/goretroid-finally-reveals-new-pocket-6-android-retro-handheldRead 10 October 2026Announcement article updated October 27, 2025.

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Status

Available1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-6-handheld.jsRead 8 October 2026

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.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

Retroid Pocket 517Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Retroid-Pocket-6-120-Hz-AMOLED-gaming-handheld-returns-with-new-designs-for-209.1153954.0.htmlRead 23 October 2026Notebookcheck calls the Retroid Pocket 6 the Pocket 5 successor.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$22914Press articleretrohandhelds.gg/retroid-pocket-6-and-pocket-g2-officially-unveiledRead 10 October 2026Pre-order price $209 for 8 GB and 128 GB. Regular price after release $229. The 12 GB and 256 GB option was $279 and is not this reference. USD list price without sales tax.15Press articleretrododo.com/goretroid-finally-reveals-new-pocket-6-android-retro-handheldRead 10 October 2026Retailing at $229 for the 8 GB model, with $20 off for pre-orders. The 12 GB model was $279 at retail.16Maker product pagegoretroid.com/policies/refund-policyRead 10 October 2026Maker policy states the selling price does not include applicable tax.

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)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

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ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-6-handheld.jsRead 8 October 2026

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 classiA streaming handheld only plays remote or cloud games

Android handheld2Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-6-handheldRead 8 October 2026Android 13 gaming handheld. Fixed controls in a single slate body.

Android handheld1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026Android 14 handheld with official OTA support.

Form factor

Slate2Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-6-handheldRead 8 October 2026

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

Android2Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-6-handheldRead 8 October 2026

Android1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026OS: Android 14.

OS at launch

Android 132Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-6-handheldRead 8 October 2026

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

Google Play10Reviewretrogamecorps.com/2022/01/16/retroid-pocket-2-starter-guideRead 8 October 2026Current guide explicitly focuses on Pocket 6 and Nova and describes setup through the Play Store. Emulation and streaming do not imply native Steam or Xbox console stores.

Google Play7Reviewretrohandhelds.gg/retroid-pocket-classic-setup-guideRead 11 October 2026The setup guide lists Google Play as the source of apps and launchers on the device.

Physical games

None3Maker product pagecdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0321/7516/1479/files/RP6_d048d8ac-c4ef-4db8-a252-721940e1bf5d.jpgRead 10 October 2026The maker interface list is USB Type C, 3.5 mm audio jack and TF card slot. It shows no game card or disc slot.

None1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026The interface list is USB-C, 3.5mm audio jack and TF card. There is no game card or disc slot.

Backward compatibility

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Upscaling and frame generationiSupport at system or driver level

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Processor and graphics

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Chip

Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 22Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-6-handheldRead 8 October 2026

Qualcomm Snapdragon G1 Gen 21Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026Processor: G1 Gen2. The maker spec image shows G1 Gen2 4nm.

Chip brand

Qualcomm2Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-6-handheldRead 8 October 2026

Qualcomm1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026

Core configurationiPhysical CPU cores, including cores reserved by the operating system. P/E labels describe the maker architecture. Source notes identify clocks used only in specific operating modes.

ARetroid Pocket 6

Physical core count	Core	Max clock (GHz)
1	GoldPlus	3.2
4	Gold	2.8
3	Silver	2

Source2Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-6-handheldRead 8 October 2026Maker names 1 GoldPlus at 3.2 GHz, 4 Gold at 2.8 GHz and 3 Silver at 2.0 GHz. These published names are retained without guessing individual Arm core models.

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=CalculatedFrom Core configuration

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Max CPU clock

3.2GHz=CalculatedFrom Core configuration

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Process

4nm3Maker product pagecdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0321/7516/1479/files/RP6_d048d8ac-c4ef-4db8-a252-721940e1bf5d.jpgRead 10 October 2026

4nm1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026Maker feature image: G1 GEN2, 4nm.

GPU

Qualcomm Adreno 7402Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-6-handheldRead 8 October 2026

Qualcomm Adreno A121Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026GPU: Adreno A12.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)qualcomm.com/content/dam/qcomm-martech/dm-assets/documents/Snapdragon-G1-Gen-2-Product-Brief.pdfRead 11 October 2026Qualcomm Adreno A12 GPU.

GPU architecture

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GPU compute unitsiAMD compute units, NVIDIA streaming multiprocessors or Intel Xe-cores. These counts use different architectures and are not directly comparable. The source note names the unit.

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GPU max clockiHighest documented GPU operating clock for this device. Source notes say when a value applies only in docked or mains-powered mode.

680MHz2Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-6-handheldRead 8 October 2026

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GPU compute (claimed)iMaker-rated FP32 throughput. Mode is named in the source note. Not a game performance benchmark.

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Power modesiDocumented device APU power limits or per-mode clocks. A continuous range may be represented by its two endpoints, identified in source notes. Transient boost power is not substituted for sustained TDP.

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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 TDPiYou can set a TDP value, not only presets

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Memory and storage

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RAM

8GB1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-6-handheld.jsRead 8 October 2026This reference retains only 8 GB / 128 GB with the D-pad above the left stick. Other layouts and 12 GB options are excluded. Current 12 GB text explicitly says 128 GB, not the discontinued 256 GB configuration.

4, 6GB1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026RAM: 4GB/6GB LPDDR4x@2133MHz.

RAM type

LPDDR5X2Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-6-handheldRead 8 October 2026

LPDDR4X1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026

RAM speediEffective memory transfer rate, not a clock stated in MHz. Source notes identify mode or platform speed limits.

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4,266MT/s1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 20262133 MHz is the memory clock. LPDDR4X transfers twice per clock, so 4266 MT/s.

Memory bandwidthiPublished memory bandwidth in decimal GB/s. Source notes identify handheld or docked mode. Do not calculate from rounded speed and bus-width claims.

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StorageiAdvertised internal storage tiers in decimal GB. Convert a published 1 TB or 2 TB tier to 1000 or 2000 GB. Keep a literal published GB number as given. Do not infer usable formatted capacity.

128GB1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-6-handheld.jsRead 8 October 2026

64, 128GB1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026Storage: 64GB/128GB eMMC 5.1 plus a TF card slot.

Storage typeiType of the built-in storage. eMCP is a package that holds eMMC flash and RAM, so it is eMMC.

UFS2Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-6-handheldRead 8 October 2026128 GB UFS 3.1. TF card slot is microSD.

eMMC1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026

Installed drive PCIe generationiPCIe generation of the installed storage module, not the maximum supported by the connector.

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Storage slotsiInternal physical storage sockets, including occupied sockets. Interface describes compatible storage. Source notes distinguish the installed drive from slot capability.

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M.2 slots

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Memory card

microSD2Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-6-handheldRead 8 October 2026

microSD1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026TF card slot.

Card speed class

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Max card sizeiLargest card capacity explicitly supported for games. Decimal storage units: 1 TB is 1000 GB. Support for screenshots only does not establish game-storage support.

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2TB7Reviewretrohandhelds.gg/retroid-pocket-classic-setup-guideRead 11 October 2026Spec table: External storage 1x MicroSD up to 2TB. Stored as 2000 GB.

Display

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Screen size

5.5in(14 cm)2Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-6-handheldRead 8 October 2026

3.92in(10 cm)1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026Screen: 3.92 inch, AMOLED, 1240*1080@60fps.

Native resolution

1920 × 1080px3Maker product pagecdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0321/7516/1479/files/RP6_d048d8ac-c4ef-4db8-a252-721940e1bf5d.jpgRead 10 October 2026

1240 × 1080px1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026

Pixel density

400.5ppi=CalculatedFrom Screen size and Native resolution

419.5ppi=CalculatedFrom Screen size and Native resolution

Aspect ratio

16:94Maker product pagecdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0321/7516/1479/files/3_f06c4e94-eccc-4883-ad75-983b0a08ffd3.jpgRead 8 October 2026Current display image explicitly says 16:9. It also states 550 nits peak brightness without SDR/HDR mode or window size. This is not stored as typical SDR or HDR brightness. The 150% sRGB gamut volume is not converted to DCI-P3 coverage.

31:277Reviewretrohandhelds.gg/retroid-pocket-classic-setup-guideRead 11 October 2026Spec table: aspect ratio 31:27 for 1240 x 1080.11Spec databaseretrocatalog.com/retro-handhelds/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026Screen 3.92 inch, 31:27.

Panel typeiUse the panel type explicitly stated by the source. IPS-level is a maker comparison term. LCD means the maker does not name the LCD subtype.

OLED2Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-6-handheldRead 8 October 2026AMOLED.

OLED1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026

Native panel orientationiPortrait panels break some games

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Landscape1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 20261240 x 1080 is wider than tall, so the panel is landscape.

Screen surfaceiSurface finish or treatment stated by the maker or reviewer. Etched anti-glare glass is not automatically classified as matte.

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Touchscreen

Yes9Reviewretrododo.com/retroid-pocket-6-reviewRead 8 October 2026Reviewer describes swiping directly on the display to access settings and change apps.

Yes11Spec databaseretrocatalog.com/retro-handhelds/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026Feature label: Touch Screen supported.

Built-in display refresh modesiMaximum built-in display refresh rate for each documented resolution and mode. External displays and dock output have separate fields. Do not copy supported input timings as proven maxima.

ARetroid Pocket 6

Width (px)	Height (px)	Max (Hz)
1920	1080	120

Source2Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-6-handheldRead 8 October 2026

BRetroid Pocket Classic

Width (px)	Height (px)	Max (Hz)
1240	1080	60

Source1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 20261240*1080@60fps. No other refresh mode is stated.

Max refresh rate

120Hz=CalculatedFrom Built-in display refresh modes

60Hz=CalculatedFrom Built-in display refresh modes

Adaptive sync

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VRR lower limit

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Brightness (SDR, claimed)

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500nits1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026Maker feature image: 500 NITS high brightness. It 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)iPercentage of the DCI-P3 colour space covered, from 0 to 100. Gamut volume, Display P3 and unspecified P3 are different measurements.

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HDR formats

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Second display

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Controls

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Stick sensoriHow the stick measures its position. Capacitive is only for a stick that senses its position by capacitance. Maker wording such as capacitive sticks often means the sticks sense a resting thumb, which is Touch-sensitive sticks.

Hall effect2Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-6-handheldRead 8 October 2026

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Stick layout

Symmetric6Maker product pagecdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0321/7516/1479/files/11_cd5828e9-cbe8-47dc-a121-5dc4f1e63a64.jpgRead 8 October 2026Exact Black / 8G_DPAD_TOP variant photo shows both sticks below the D-pad and ABXY. This is the symmetric layout.

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Touch-sensitive sticksiThe sticks sense a resting thumb. It says nothing about how the stick measures its position, which is Stick sensor.

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Replaceable stick modules

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Trigger sensor

Hall effect5Maker product pagecdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0321/7516/1479/files/4_d759889f-b05c-4828-885a-05802f8ebd3f.jpgRead 8 October 2026L2/R2 triggers: Hall sensor based triggers. Stick technology is separately stated in the product text.

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Trigger stops

No9Reviewretrododo.com/retroid-pocket-6-reviewRead 8 October 2026Reviewer explicitly states no trigger-locking shoulder buttons.

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D-pad

Cross5Maker product pagecdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0321/7516/1479/files/4_d759889f-b05c-4828-885a-05802f8ebd3f.jpgRead 8 October 2026Maker image shows a single cross 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

Nintendo6Maker product pagecdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0321/7516/1479/files/11_cd5828e9-cbe8-47dc-a121-5dc4f1e63a64.jpgRead 8 October 2026Printed X above, Y left, A right and B below. Software layout can differ from the printed buttons.

Nintendo9Reviewtimeextension.com/reviews/retroid-pocket-classic-6-the-portable-sega-saturn-ive-always-wantedRead 11 October 2026Four-button layout on most colours and a six-button layout on the Classic 6 variant. Four-button layout is stored.

Extra rear and grip buttonsiExtra rear or grip buttons and paddles. Excludes shoulder bumpers and triggers (L1/R1/L2/R2), Joy-Con rail SL/SR and system/menu controls.

27Maker product pagecdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0321/7516/1479/files/041efb152c0233f560a630c60b42c08a.jpgRead 8 October 2026Maker rear product view shows one rear paddle at each grip, two total. Shoulder triggers are excluded.

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

06Maker product pagecdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0321/7516/1479/files/11_cd5828e9-cbe8-47dc-a121-5dc4f1e63a64.jpgRead 8 October 2026No dedicated trackpad in the complete front view and structural decomposition image. The touchscreen and thumbsticks are excluded.

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System-level remappingiRemap buttons without support in the game

Yes10Reviewretrogamecorps.com/2022/01/16/retroid-pocket-2-starter-guideRead 8 October 2026Current Pocket 6 setup section describes choosing the Xbox ABXY button layout in Handheld Settings. This is system-level preset remapping, not proof of arbitrary reassignment of every system key.

Yes10Reviewjoeysretrohandhelds.com/reviews/retroid-pocket-classic-reviewRead 11 October 2026Swipe-down settings change the controller style from Nintendo to Xbox layout without game support. This is a system-level preset, not free reassignment of every button.

System buttons

Power, Volume +, Volume -, Start, Select, Menu, Back9Reviewretrododo.com/retroid-pocket-6-reviewRead 8 October 2026Front Start, Select, Menu and Back. Top volume buttons and on/off button. Face buttons, shoulder controls, stick clicks and rear paddles are excluded from system 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 connectioniWireless connection used after the controllers are detached. Does not describe the attached controller contacts.

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Controller mouse sensoriA controller works as a mouse on a desk

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Fingerprint

None9Reviewretrododo.com/retroid-pocket-6-reviewRead 8 October 2026Reviewer explicitly states no fingerprint recognition.

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Motion and feedback

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Gyroscope

Yes11Spec databaseretrocatalog.com/retro-handhelds/retroid-pocket-6Read 10 October 2026Exact Pocket 6 page rendered feature accessibility label: Gyroscope: Supported.

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RumbleiUse the maker feedback wording. Generic haptic feedback is not automatically labelled HD haptics. Trigger rumble is separate from adaptive trigger resistance.

Rumble11Spec databaseretrocatalog.com/retro-handhelds/retroid-pocket-6Read 10 October 2026Exact page rendered feature accessibility label: Vibration: Supported. Generic rumble only, with no inferred actuator type.

Rumble7Reviewretrohandhelds.gg/retroid-pocket-classic-setup-guideRead 11 October 2026Spec table: Vibration supported. Retro Catalog lists the same.11Spec databaseretrocatalog.com/retro-handhelds/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026Feature label: Vibration supported.

RGB lighting

Yes5Maker product pagecdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0321/7516/1479/files/4_d759889f-b05c-4828-885a-05802f8ebd3f.jpgRead 8 October 2026Configurable decorative RGB ring for both sticks.

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Measured

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Brightness (measured)iCentre, full white, SDR. Measured by a reviewer

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HDR peak brightness (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Contrast ratio (measured)i1000 means 1000:1. Measured by a reviewer

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DCI-P3 coverage (measured)iMeasured DCI-P3 area coverage, from 0 to 100. Do not substitute gamut volume, Display P3 or unspecified P3. Test method belongs in source notes.

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Colour accuracy (measured Delta E)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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PWM frequency (measured)iOnly when the reviewer found PWM flicker

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3DMark Time Spy graphics (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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3DMark Steel Nomad Light (measured)iRuns on Windows, Android and Arm. Measured by a reviewer

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3DMark Wild Life Extreme (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Cinebench 2024 single-core (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Cinebench 2024 multi-core (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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AnTuTu (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Game frame rates (measured)iReviewer measurements only. Each row preserves resolution, preset and power settings when stated. In-game and driver frame generation are identified in source notes.

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SSD sequential read (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Memory card read (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Battery runtime per test (measured)iReviewer runtime tests only. Exact time conversions are allowed. Source notes identify brightness, game, power mode and settings. Missing conditions are not inferred.

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Shortest gaming test runtime (measured)iShortest runtime among the stored gaming tests. This does not identify the globally heaviest game or worst possible use.

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Longest gaming test runtime (measured)iLongest runtime among the stored gaming tests. This does not identify the globally lightest game or best possible use.

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Video runtime (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Full charge time (measured)iMeasured 0 to 100% charge time. Source notes identify the charger, device operating state and test conditions.

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Power draw gaming (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Fan noise per mode (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Max fan noise (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Fan noise while gaming (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Back surface under load (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Grips under load (measured)iWhere the hands rest. Measured by a reviewer

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Chip temperature while gaming (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Stick tests (measured)iReviewer tests of the built-in sticks. Method, firmware, calibration and transport settings belong in source notes.

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Speaker loudness (measured)iAt max volume. Measured by a reviewer

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Weight (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Audio

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SpeakersiBuilt-in speaker drivers on the handheld, with its controllers attached. Excludes speakers in a separate dock or headset.

29Reviewretrododo.com/retroid-pocket-6-reviewRead 8 October 2026Two front speakers.

19Reviewtimeextension.com/reviews/retroid-pocket-classic-6-the-portable-sega-saturn-ive-always-wantedRead 11 October 2026The system's mono speaker has plenty of punch.10Reviewjoeysretrohandhelds.com/reviews/retroid-pocket-classic-reviewRead 11 October 2026Fantastic mono speaker.

Speaker direction

Front-facing9Reviewretrododo.com/retroid-pocket-6-reviewRead 8 October 2026

Front-facing12Spec databasedocs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1irg60f9qsZOkhp0cwOU7Cy4rJQeyusEUzTNQzhoTYTURead 11 October 2026Speaker column: Single Mono, front facing.

Audio features

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MicrophonesiPhysical built-in microphones on the handheld. Mono audio or an array name alone does not prove a capsule count.

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3.5 mm jack

Yes9Reviewretrododo.com/retroid-pocket-6-reviewRead 8 October 2026

Yes1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026Interface: 3.5mm audio jack.

Ports and dock

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PortsiPhysical connectors on the handheld and its attached controllers. Controller charging-only ports count. Separate dock connectors belong in dock_ports.

ARetroid Pocket 6

Type	Version	Count	Side	DP Alt Mode	Max charging input (W)
USB-C	USB 3.1	1	Bottom	Yes	27
3.5 mm audio	Not available	1	Bottom	Not available	Not available
microSD card	Not available	1	Bottom	Not available	Not available

Source3Maker product pagecdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0321/7516/1479/files/RP6_d048d8ac-c4ef-4db8-a252-721940e1bf5d.jpgRead 10 October 2026USB 3.1 Type C, 3.5 mm audio jack and TF card slot. USB generation suffix and link rate are not published. Charging is explicitly 27 Watt, rather than inferred from an adapter.9Reviewretrododo.com/retroid-pocket-6-reviewRead 8 October 2026Bottom SD card slot, headphone jack and USB-C port. Nominal common body facts only. Reviewer uses the other stick-top layout and does not establish sample storage, so runtime and performance are not transferred.

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

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USB4 or Thunderbolt

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USB-C charging

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Video outiVideo output available at a device connector with a direct cable or adapter. A console that requires its proprietary dock is documented through dock_output_max.

Yes3Maker product pagecdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0321/7516/1479/files/RP6_d048d8ac-c4ef-4db8-a252-721940e1bf5d.jpgRead 10 October 2026

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 displayiHighest documented external resolution and its maximum refresh rate. Do not combine a resolution and refresh rate taken from different modes.

Resolution3840 × 2160 pxRefresh rate60 Hz3Maker product pagecdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0321/7516/1479/files/RP6_d048d8ac-c4ef-4db8-a252-721940e1bf5d.jpgRead 10 October 2026DisplayPort 4K 60 Hz via USB-C, interpreted as 3840 x 2160 at 60 Hz.

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External GPU

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Dock

Sold separately13Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-official-dockRead 8 October 2026Retroid Official Dock is separately sold. Current compatibility list explicitly names RP Nova / RP6 / RP5 as fully compatible.

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Max output through dock

ARetroid Pocket 6

Width (px)	Height (px)	Refresh rate (Hz)
3840	2160	60

Source13Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-official-dockRead 8 October 2026Maker dock specification: HDMI output up to 4K at 60 Hz. No HDR capability is inferred.

BRetroid Pocket Classic

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Dock ports

1 USB-C PD charging input, 1 HDMI output up to 4K at 60 Hz, 1 Gigabit Ethernet port, 2 USB 3.0 ports, 2 USB 2.0 ports13Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-official-dockRead 8 October 2026Seven-in-one dock lists one PD charging input, one HDMI, one Gigabit Ethernet, two USB 3.0 and two USB 2.0 ports. These are dock connectors, separate from handheld ports.

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Wireless

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Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi 72Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-6-handheldRead 8 October 2026

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

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Bluetooth

5.32Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-6-handheldRead 8 October 2026

5.11Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 20263Maker spec sheet (PDF)qualcomm.com/content/dam/qcomm-martech/dm-assets/documents/Snapdragon-G1-Gen-2-Product-Brief.pdfRead 11 October 2026Bluetooth 5.1. The Retroid spec lists BT5.1.

NFC

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Cellular

No11Spec databaseretrocatalog.com/retro-handhelds/retroid-pocket-6Read 10 October 2026Exact page rendered feature accessibility label: Mobile Data: Not supported. Wi-Fi bands are not inferred from Wi-Fi 7.

No11Spec databaseretrocatalog.com/retro-handhelds/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026Feature label: Mobile Data not supported.

Network

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Battery and charging

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Battery energyiEnergy rating of the handheld battery. Excludes batteries in detachable controllers and docks. Source notes name hardware revisions.

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Battery capacityiCharge rating of the handheld battery. Excludes batteries in detachable controllers and docks. Different battery voltages are not directly comparable.

6,000mAh2Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-6-handheldRead 8 October 2026

5,000mAh1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 20265000mAh battery which supports 27W charging.

Claimed battery lifeiA range like 2 to 6.5 hours is one row with both values

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Battery life (claimed, min)

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Battery life (claimed, max)

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Wired chargingiMaximum supported charging input explicitly stated for the device. It is not automatically the wattage printed on the included adapter.

27W3Maker product pagecdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0321/7516/1479/files/RP6_d048d8ac-c4ef-4db8-a252-721940e1bf5d.jpgRead 10 October 2026Charging: 27 Watt, stated by the maker rather than inferred from an adapter.

27W1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026Charging Speed 27Watt.

Charging standards

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Charge 0 to 100 % (claimed)

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Charge limitiStops charging early to protect the battery

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Bypass chargingiRuns from the charger without cycling the battery

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Charger in box

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No1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026Packing list image: handheld, retail box and one USB cable. No power adapter.

Included chargeriRated output power of the supplied adapter. This may exceed the handheld charging limit. Store per sold configuration when bundles differ.

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Cooling

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Fans

18Maker product pagecdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0321/7516/1479/files/2c466b3d088544db8b1ad6832160062f.jpgRead 8 October 2026RP6 Active Cooling cutaway shows one blower fan.

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 curveiUser can set fan speed against temperature. A fixed preset or manual fan-speed slider alone does not qualify.

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Build

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Built-in kickstand

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Dust and water rating

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User-replaceable parts

Thumbstick caps9Reviewretrododo.com/retroid-pocket-6-reviewRead 8 October 2026Removable thumbstick grips/caps are explicitly described. This does not establish replaceable stick sensor modules.

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Dimensions and weight

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DimensionsiExternal dimensions with supplied controllers attached. Width is left to right, height is top to bottom in handheld use and depth is the maximum front-to-back extent, including fixed protruding controls. Leave depth missing when only unqualified chassis thickness is published. A clamshell is measured closed, as makers publish it. Width is left to right, height is front to back of the closed device and depth is the closed thickness.

Width205.5Height80.5mm(8.1 × 3.2 in)3Maker product pagecdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0321/7516/1479/files/RP6_d048d8ac-c4ef-4db8-a252-721940e1bf5d.jpgRead 10 October 2026Maker Size row 205.5*80.5*17.2mm. Handheld landscape body, so the first two values are width and height. The third value is not stored as depth.11Spec databaseretrocatalog.com/retro-handhelds/retroid-pocket-6Read 10 October 2026Page lists 205.5 x 80.5 x 17.2 mm, matching the maker spec image. Width and height only. The 17.2 mm third value has no stated axis or maximum depth including the 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.

WeightiWhole handheld with the supplied controllers attached, without a dock or carrying case. A detachable battery pack that ships with the handheld is attached. Approximate maker figures are identified in source notes.

304g(10.7 oz)11Spec databaseretrocatalog.com/retro-handhelds/retroid-pocket-6Read 10 October 2026Exact Pocket 6 page lists 304 g. The maker publishes no weight. The page does not say which layout or RAM option was weighed.

223g(7.9 oz)1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026Weight: 223g.4Press articleretrododo.com/retroid-pocket-classic-specs-officially-revealedRead 11 October 2026Weighs 223g.

Weight without controllersiHandheld body only, without detachable controllers, dock or carrying case.

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Certifications

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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

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Retroid Pocket Classic, USB cable1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026Packing list image shows the handheld, its box and one cable.

Carrying case

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None1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026No case in the packing list image.

Links

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Product page

www.goretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-6-handheld2Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-6-handheldRead 8 October 2026

www.goretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classic1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026

Spec sheet

cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0321/7516/1479/files/RP6_d048d8ac-c4ef-4db8-a252-721940e1bf5d.jpg3Maker product pagecdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0321/7516/1479/files/RP6_d048d8ac-c4ef-4db8-a252-721940e1bf5d.jpgRead 10 October 2026Current RP6 Specifications image states 8 GB / 12 GB LPDDR5X and 128 GB UFS 3.1.

www.goretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classic1Maker product pagegoretroid.com/products/retroid-pocket-classicRead 11 October 2026

Manual

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EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

None of 1 known

Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

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