R40S (2)
R40S (2) is a horizontal retro gaming handheld launched in 2025. Powered by Cortex-A35 (4-core, 1.3 GHz - 1.5 GHz), 1 GB RAM and Mali-G31 MP2 GPU. Features a 4" IPS display (640 x 480). 3200 mAh battery. Runs Linux.
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R40S (2) is a horizontal retro gaming handheld launched in 2025. Powered by Cortex-A35 (4-core, 1.3 GHz - 1.5 GHz), 1 GB RAM and Mali-G31 MP2 GPU. Features a 4" IPS display (640 x 480). 3200 mAh battery. Runs Linux.
The supported library spans Game Boy, Game Boy Color, Game Boy Advance, NES, SNES, Sega Genesis / Mega Drive and the original PlayStation, the systems where this hardware feels most at home. The list also includes Nintendo DS, Nintendo 64, Sega Saturn, Sega Dreamcast and PlayStation Portable, but these are far more demanding for a Cortex-A35 chip with 1 GB of RAM, so expect results to vary from title to title.
The 4-inch IPS display runs at 640 x 480, a 4:3 aspect ratio that naturally matches most classic home consoles. Retro games fill the panel without unnecessary black bars on the sides.
On the controls front, the R40S (2) offers dual analog sticks and four shoulder buttons (L1, R1, L2, R2), a complete layout for PlayStation games that use analog input or for Nintendo 64 titles. The horizontal form factor provides a comfortable grip for longer sessions.
Power comes from a 3200 mAh battery, while games and the system live on a microSD card, making it easy to expand and manage your collection.
The console runs Linux and its modding policy is permissive, so users are free to tweak the software, experiment with alternative firmware and tailor the experience to their liking.
Ideal for: retro fans looking for an affordable-feeling horizontal handheld with a 4:3 screen and dual analog sticks, focused on classics from Game Boy up to PlayStation and open to software tinkering.
- Manufacturer
- Rockchip
- SoC
- Rockchip RK3326
- Model
- Cortex-A35
- Architecture
- Cortex-A35
- Cores
- 4
- Threads
- 4
- Frequency
- 1.3 - 1.5 GHz
- Instruction Set
- ARM
- Chipset
- Mali-G31 MP2
- GPU Cores
- 2
- GPU Frequency
- 650 MHz
- Capacity
- 1 GB
- Size
- 4.0
- Technology
- IPS
- Resolution
- 640 x 480
- Capacity
- 3200 mAh
- Analog Sticks
- Dual
- Shoulder Buttons
- L1, R1, L2, R2
- Card Support
- microSD
- Operating System
- Linux
Modding officially supported
The manufacturer officially permits or encourages modding (custom firmware, OS replacement, hardware modifications). Warranty remains valid under normal use.
Nintendo · 7 platforms
Sega · 3 platforms
Sony · 2 platforms
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 4:3 IPS screen
- dual analog sticks
- four shoulder buttons
- solid emulation up to PlayStation
- Linux with open modding
- microSD storage
Cons
- only 1 GB RAM
- modest Cortex-A35 CPU
- limited performance on Dreamcast
- Saturn and PSP
- 640 x 480 resolution
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Compliance & Safety
R40S (2) — 5 marks declared by manufacturer
Regulatory
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CE Marking
EUConformité Européenne — certifies that the product meets essential EU requirements for safety, health and environmental protection. The mark indicates the manufacturer has assessed the product and confirmed compliance with applicable European legislation (EMC, RoHS, RED directives, etc.). Mandatory for all electronic products sold in the European Economic Area since 1985.
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Environmental
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RoHS
GlobalRestriction of Hazardous Substances — EU directive limiting 10 hazardous substances in electronics (lead, mercury, cadmium, hexavalent chromium, phthalates, etc.). Limit: 0.1% per substance (0.01% for cadmium). RoHS compliance is part of the CE declaration and mandatory for all electronics sold in the EU.
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WEEE
EUWaste Electrical and Electronic Equipment — the crossed-out wheeled bin pictogram indicates the obligation to separate electronic waste from household trash. Manufacturers must register with a national collection scheme and cover recycling costs. Consumers can return used devices free of charge at stores or collection centers.
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Safety
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Not for children under 3
EUSafety warning per Toy Safety Directive 2009/48/EC — product not suitable for children under 3 years due to small parts presenting choking hazard. Applicable to consoles with small detachable accessories (joycons, batteries, short cables). Manufacturer sets the age limit based on safety testing.
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Electric Hazard
GlobalElectric hazard warning per ISO 7010 — the pictogram indicates the presence of high-voltage components inside. Disassembling without qualified personnel can cause severe electric shock, even after disconnecting from mains (capacitors may retain charge for a long time). DO NOT disassemble unless you are an authorized technician.
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