The ANBERNIC RG Slide is an Android 13 handheld gaming console with a 4.7-inch 120Hz touchscreen, designed for players who want a powerful portable device capable of running modern Android games alongside retro emulators. Powered by the Unisoc T820 6nm octa-core chip with 8GB RAM, the RG Slide supports PS2, WII, NGC, 3DS, PSP and a broad range of other formats — alongside native Android games — in a gamepad form factor. Curated by Aetheo for everyday gaming.
Why you'll like it
- 4.7-inch LTPS touchscreen with 1280×960 resolution and up to 120Hz refresh rate for fluid, responsive gameplay
- Unisoc T820 6nm octa-core CPU with Mali-G57 GPU handles demanding Android titles and demanding emulators
- Android 13 platform gives access to the Play Store and downloadable game apps alongside emulator support
- 5000mAh battery provides up to 6 hours of gaming, with fast charging (5V/2A, full charge in 3 hours)
- AI-powered features include one-click game strategy recognition and real-time translation
Designed for serious portable gaming
The RG Slide positions itself above budget retro handhelds by combining Android 13, a 120Hz display and an active cooling system — the high-speed fan and heat pipe manage thermals during extended gaming sessions, maintaining consistent performance. USB Type-C with DisplayPort output allows gameplay on a monitor or TV at 1080p. The six-axis gyroscope, capacitive joysticks and vibration motor round out the control setup for a complete gaming experience. Curated by Aetheo for practical portable entertainment.
Key features
Unisoc T820 6nm octa-core CPU
The 6nm EUV chip delivers strong performance for demanding Android titles such as Genshin Impact and Honor of Kings, while managing power draw efficiently for a 6-hour gaming session from the 5000mAh battery.
4.7-inch 120Hz LTPS touchscreen
The LTPS incell touchscreen at 1280×960 resolution with up to 120Hz refresh rate combines visual clarity with responsive touch controls — a meaningful upgrade over 60Hz handheld displays at this size.
Android 13 with AI-assisted features
Running Android 13 provides Play Store access and native app support. The AI layer adds one-click game strategy recognition, real-time translation and intelligent dialogue features, accessible via the RixelHK app.
Active cooling system
A high-speed fan and heat pipe actively manage heat during intensive gaming sessions, maintaining performance without throttling — useful for extended play or demanding emulator workloads.
Best for
- Players who want both modern Android games and retro emulator support in one device
- Gamers who need strong performance for demanding titles like Genshin Impact on a handheld
- Those who want TV output for occasional home gaming via DisplayPort
- Travellers and commuters who want a premium portable gaming experience
- Anyone stepping up from a basic Linux retro handheld to a full Android-powered device
What's included
- 1 × ANBERNIC RG Slide game console
- 1 × 128GB TF card
- 1 × USB Type-C charging cable
- 1 × English and Chinese manual
- 1 × tempered glass screen protector
- 4 × joystick caps
Compatibility and setup
The RG Slide runs Android 13 and connects via Wi-Fi 5 (2.4/5GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac) and Bluetooth 5.0. Storage is 128GB UFS2.2 internally with TF card expansion up to 2TB. DisplayPort output via USB Type-C supports 1080p output to compatible monitors and TVs. The console is certified CE, CE-RoHS and FCC-ID.
Why choose the ANBERNIC RG Slide?
The RG Slide occupies a different tier to standard Linux retro handhelds — Android 13 adds Play Store access and modern app support, while the 6nm octa-core chip and active cooling system handle demanding titles that would struggle on lower-spec devices. For players who want one portable device for both retro emulation and modern Android gaming, the RG Slide covers both without compromise.
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FAQs
What processor does the ANBERNIC RG Slide use?
The RG Slide is powered by the Unisoc T820 — a 6nm EUV 5G SOC with an octa-core CPU configuration (1xA76@2.7GHz + 3xA76@2.3GHz + 4xA55@2.1GHz) and a Mali-G57 GPU running at 850MHz. It includes 8GB LPDDR4X RAM.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | ANBERNIC |
| Model | RG Slide |
| Display | 4.7-inch LTPS incell touchscreen, 1280×960, up to 120Hz |
| CPU | Unisoc T820 6nm EUV, octa-core (1×A76@2.7GHz + 3×A76@2.3GHz + 4×A55@2.1GHz) |
| GPU | Mali-G57 @ 850MHz |
| RAM | 8GB LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 128GB UFS2.2 + 128GB TF card (expandable to 2TB) |
| Operating System | Android 13 |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 5 (2.4/5GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac) |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 |
| Battery | 5000mAh polymer lithium, up to 6 hours gameplay |
| Charging | 5V/2A, USB Type-C, full charge in ~3 hours |
| Output | USB Type-C with DisplayPort 1080p |
| Audio | High-fidelity stereo speakers, 3.5mm headphone jack |
| Controls | Capacitive joysticks, six-axis gyroscope, vibration motor |
| Cooling | High-speed fan with heat pipe |
| Certifications | CE, CE-RoHS, FCC-ID |
