NEW ANBERNIC RG405M

1st off; the shopping experience is positive, all the way through. No complaints there.

The Anbernic RG405M is everything a Handheld Device SHOULD BE; a simple & clean design, but with the right amount of functions;
Screen, Buttons, etc, on board

The metallic aluminum finish is luxurious in the hand, along with rubber grips on the backside, for better grip, as well as kerping the device from sliding around on a surface

I especially love how the metal feels, cold or warm to the touch, especially on hot or cold days

The Buttons all have the right sort of look & feel; comfortable to use, responsive, & easy on the eyes; contrasting from the black metal finish

The screen is noticeable, apart from the black metal, when turned off

When turned on; the screen is vibrant; &
Shows every detail in both Menus & Games;
I notice pixel Sprite textures & details I've never before seen on a Game's original system; like NES

The performance is fast, snappy; both in Menus & in Games

The Programs & Settings were complicated to me at 1st; but after some tinkering I was able to understand better, in the myriad Settings & Menus, the more I looked through said Menus & Settings - this applies to both the System & Games

Also, the fact it has Google Play; means a world of Apps are available; like Mega Man X Dive (or Rock Man X Dive) - were playable at full speed & smoothness - albiet with tiny text & lack of Controller support - the Touch Screen Controls just don't for such a game

The sounds & graphics are AMAZING on both the device's Menus & Games - I would test a Game, to see if it works; only to be enthralled to the Music on the Title Screen - music is a central part of any Game, especially older Retro Games

All the needed Features & Specs are here:
Wifi, Bluetooth, Touchscreen, Internal Memory of 128 gb - which was more than enough to store my entire ROMs Library; from NES, SNES, Sega Genesis, Game Boy, Game Boy Color, Game Boy Advance, MAME, TG-16, N64,
Neo Geo... even a few PC Games

& USB C Port

Any device lacking Wifi, Touch Screen, USB C,
Internal Memory of at least 64 gb or more;
(16 gb is as low as I'm willing to go, if the price is right)

I'm trying to figure out how to get more ROMs,
My Abandon Ware is a GREAT source

This all gives the device a premium look & feel;
Especially for the Price

I would say, that Anbernic RG405M is a top shelf item in its class, punching well above its weight

Side Note:
The RG505 has pretty much the exact same user interface as RG405M - which is good; because I'm given a Setup that is immediately familiar - so I know what to do, from the Start

Also - you can link up both RG405M & RG505,
via double ended USB C cables & adapters; &
Move or Copy Items back & forth between the 2 devices

Also, setting up the device is as simple as any
Portable Gaming device - just follow the on screen guide

I would 1000% recommend both Anbernic & their handhelds; especially RG405M & RG505

super ultra mega cool man. build quality is excellent feels good in the hands as far as comfort while playing and just all around most excellent.

I can't say anything bad for a first time buy! I mean I can play so many games I would have to say my favorite would have to be the PSP! It just runs so smoothly I can't put it down! Would recommend to anyone that wants to have a gaming device to just pick up and go! One critique I would say about the device would be the start up how I would put the UI in Game Mode instead of an annual Android startup for the average user. Otherwise than that it is a blast to have!

a little bit smaller than what I expected
definitely worth it

This version of handheld by Anbernic is in my opinion the crème de la crème. I’ve always been a fan of Xbox’s ergonomic thumb stick placement so to have a device this compact (FEELS GREAT IN HAND BTW) sleek, and really easy to use out the box. It’s everything a 9 year old me would have wanted. I own the 405M model w android OS and I can confirm that you can download the roms you do not see preloaded on your SD card DIRECTLY TO YOUR DEVICE OVER WI-FI. I don’t think I’ve been more pleased with a purchase in the last 10 years. I don’t make reviews, I’m not a yelper, I’m just a 33 millennial that knows his emulators and this model is it! I also travel a lot so having my childhood memories in my pocket while on road is worth it