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GamePark Holdings GP2X Wiz is a gaming handheld launched in 2009. Powered by Pollux VR3520F (1-core, 533 MHz), 64 MB RAM. Features a 2.8" AMOLED Touchscreen display (320 x 240). 2000 mAh battery. Runs Linux.

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GamePark Holdings GP2X Wiz is a gaming handheld launched in 2009. Powered by Pollux VR3520F (1-core, 533 MHz), 64 MB RAM. Features a 2.8" AMOLED Touchscreen display (320 x 240). 2000 mAh battery. Runs Linux.

The GamePark Holdings GP2X Wiz is a horizontal handheld launched in 2009 and a well-known name in the homebrew community. Inside sits the MagicEyes Pollux VR3520F SoC, with a single ARM926EJ-S core at 533 MHz, a 3D hardware engine and 64 MB of SDRAM.

Emulation comfortably covers the classics: NES, Master System, Game Boy, Mega Drive, PC Engine and Neo Geo Pocket. It also handles computers such as the ZX Spectrum, Commodore 64 and MSX, plus ScummVM and MS-DOS. Most SNES games run at 60 FPS, but FX-chip and Mode 7 titles lag. Most 2D PlayStation games run fine, though not all at a full 60 FPS, while 3D games are too demanding.

The 2.8-inch AMOLED touchscreen offers QVGA 320 x 240 resolution, a 4:3 aspect ratio, 142.86 PPI and a 60 Hz refresh rate. The aspect ratio suits retro games naturally, and touch input helps in ScummVM and menus. The screen lens is plastic, and brightness is adjusted through the menu.

Controls include an upper-placed cross D-pad, four face buttons and L1/R1 shoulder buttons. There is no analog stick and no rumble. Dedicated Hold, Reset and volume +/- buttons are close at hand. The plastic body measures 121 x 61 x 18 mm and weighs just 136 g.

The 2000 mAh battery charges through a proprietary port. Connectivity includes USB Host, WiFi via adapter, AV out and a 3.5 mm headphone jack. Front-facing dual stereo speakers and a built-in microphone round out the features. Internal storage is 1 GB of NAND, expandable via SD card.

The device runs Linux, and modding is permitted, which fueled a rich scene of emulators and homebrew apps. It is now discontinued, so it is mainly found on the second-hand market.

Ideal for: collectors of classic handheld hardware, Linux homebrew enthusiasts and players who want 8/16-bit emulation in a compact, lightweight form.
Specs for: GamePark Holdings GP2X Wiz - Black/Red
Manufacturer
MagicEyes
SoC
MagicEyes Pollux VR3520F
Model
Pollux VR3520F
Architecture
ARM926EJ-S
Cores
1
Threads
1
Frequency
533 MHz
Instruction Set
ARM
Chipset
3D hardware engine
Capacity
64 MB
Technology
SDRAM
Size
2.8
Technology
AMOLED, Touchscreen
Resolution
320 x 240
Quality
QVGA
Refresh Rate
60 Hz
Pixel Density (PPI)
142.86
Aspect Ratio
4:3
Lens
Plastic
Capacity
2000 mAh
Analog Sticks
None
D-Pad
Cross
D-Pad Placement
Upper
Shoulder Buttons
L1, R1
Extra Buttons
Hold, Reset, Volume +-
Additional Features
Microphone
Speaker Type
Dual Stereo
Speaker Position
Front facing
Ports
USB Host, WiFi via adapter
Charge Port
Proprietary Port
Charge Port Placement
(Proprietary)
Video Output
AV Out
Audio Output
3.5mm Headphone
Internal Storage
1 GB
Card Support
NAND, SD
Operating System
Linux
Dimensions
121 mm x 61 mm x 18 mm
Weight
136 g
Body Material
Plastic
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Modding officially supported

The manufacturer officially permits or encourages modding (custom firmware, OS replacement, hardware modifications). Warranty remains valid under normal use.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • AMOLED touchscreen
  • lightweight 136 g body
  • front-facing stereo speakers
  • SD card expansion
  • open Linux with modding permitted
  • AV out

Cons

  • no analog stick
  • weak 3D PlayStation performance
  • SNES FX and Mode 7 games lag
  • proprietary charge port
  • WiFi only via adapter
  • discontinued

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