Retro Lite CM4
Retro Lite CM4 is a DIY gaming handheld launched in 2021. Powered by BCM2711 (4-core, 1.5 GHz), 2 GB RAM. Features a 3.5" IPS display (640 x 480). 4000 mAh battery. WiFi 5, Bluetooth 5.0. Runs RetroPie (Linux).
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Retro Lite CM4 is a DIY gaming handheld launched in 2021. Powered by BCM2711 (4-core, 1.5 GHz), 2 GB RAM. Features a 3.5" IPS display (640 x 480). 4000 mAh battery. WiFi 5, Bluetooth 5.0. Runs RetroPie (Linux).
At its heart sits the BCM2711, a 4-core Cortex-A72 processor running at 1.5 GHz, paired with 2 GB of RAM. This combination is well suited to emulating classic consoles and retro computers through RetroPie, with enough headroom for smooth menus and quick switching between systems. Results in more demanding emulators depend on the system and settings involved, so tuning is part of the experience.
The 3.5-inch IPS display runs at 640 x 480, a 4:3 aspect ratio that matches many classic games, so the picture fills the panel without side bars. The IPS technology provides good viewing angles, which helps when playing handheld.
On the control side, the Retro Lite CM4 offers dual analog thumbsticks and four face buttons in a horizontal shell reminiscent of classic controllers. The two sticks broaden compatibility with titles that rely on analog input. Audio comes through dual stereo speakers.
A 4000 mAh battery powers the device for portable sessions, while connectivity includes WiFi 5 and Bluetooth 5.0. Wireless networking is handy for transferring files and updating the system, and Bluetooth allows wireless accessories to be connected.
The operating system is RetroPie, a Linux-based platform popular for emulation, with a unified front end for your game library. The DIY nature of the device encourages modifications, custom configurations and experimentation, giving the owner full control over the project.
Ideal for: electronics and modding enthusiasts who want a retro handheld they built themselves, fans of classic 4:3 games, and anyone who appreciates the RetroPie ecosystem and the flexibility of an open project.
- Model
- BCM2711
- Architecture
- Cortex-A72
- Cores
- 4
- Frequency
- 1.5 GHz
- Capacity
- 2 GB
- Size
- 3.5
- Technology
- IPS
- Resolution
- 640 x 480
- Capacity
- 4000 mAh
- Analog Sticks
- Dual thumbsticks
- Speaker Type
- Dual Stereo
- Wi-Fi
- WiFi 5
- Bluetooth
- Bluetooth 5.0
- Operating System
- RetroPie
- Custom OS Support
- RetroPie
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- dual thumbsticks
- 4:3 IPS screen
- WiFi 5 and Bluetooth 5.0
- dual stereo speakers
- 4000 mAh battery
- DIY customization
Cons
- only 2 GB RAM
- modest 640 x 480 resolution
- small 3.5-inch screen
- RetroPie as the only listed OS option
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Compliance & Safety
Retro Lite CM4 — 2 marks declared by manufacturer
Wireless
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Bluetooth SIG
GlobalBluetooth Special Interest Group — non-profit organization owning the Bluetooth trademark. All products using Bluetooth technology must be qualified through SIG (specification conformance testing). Using the Bluetooth name or logo without qualification is a trademark violation.
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Wi-Fi CERTIFIED
GlobalIndustry consortium certifying Wi-Fi interoperability between devices. The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED mark guarantees that the product has been tested for compliance with IEEE 802.11 standards and works correctly with other certified Wi-Fi devices. Also covers security (WPA2/WPA3).
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