PowKiddy A30
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PowKiddy A30 is a horizontal retro gaming handheld launched in 2021. Powered by F1C200S (1-core, 628 MHz), 64MB LPDDR2 RAM and 2D Graphics Accelerator GPU. Features a 2.8" IPS LCD display (320 x 240, 4:3). 1200 mAh battery.
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PowKiddy A30 is a horizontal retro gaming handheld launched in 2021. Powered by F1C200S (1-core, 628 MHz), 64MB LPDDR2 RAM and 2D Graphics Accelerator GPU. Features a 2.8" IPS LCD display (320 x 240, 4:3). 1200 mAh battery.
The hardware is modest, and its emulation reach reflects that. The comfort zone is 8-bit and 16-bit systems: Atari 2600 and 7800, NES and Famicom Disk System, Master System, SG-1000, Game Gear, Game Boy, Game Boy Color, Neo Geo Pocket (Color), WonderSwan, Watara Supervision, Game & Watch and CHIP-8, alongside Sega Genesis / Mega Drive and Game Boy Advance. Most SNES games run at 60 FPS, but titles using Super FX chips or Mode 7 effects lag. On PlayStation, most 2D games run fine (not all at a full 60 FPS), while 3D games lag.
The 2.8-inch IPS screen offers QVGA resolution of 320 x 240, a 4:3 aspect ratio, a 60 Hz refresh rate and roughly 143 ppi, covered by a plastic lens. The 4:3 format is a natural match for many classic consoles.
For controls, the A30 provides an upper-placed cross D-pad, four face buttons and four horizontally arranged shoulder buttons (L1, R1, L2, R2), plus Home and Brightness buttons. There are no analog sticks and no rumble. Volume is set with a wheel and power is handled by a switch. The plastic body measures 136 x 72 x 19 mm and weighs just 120 g.
The 1200 mAh battery charges over USB-C. Audio comes from a single front-facing mono speaker, with a 3.5mm headphone jack for private listening, and games are stored on a microSD card.
The console runs Trimui OS, and its modding policy is permissive, leaving room for community customization.
Ideal for: budget-conscious players who want a light, compact handheld for 8-bit and 16-bit titles, Game Boy Advance and 2D PS1 games, without expecting 3D emulation.
- Manufacturer
- Allwinner
- SoC
- Allwinner F1C200S
- Model
- F1C200S
- Architecture
- ARM926EJ-S
- Cores
- 1
- Threads
- 1
- Frequency
- 628 MHz
- Instruction Set
- ARM
- Chipset
- 2D accelerator
- Capacity
- 64 MB
- Technology
- LPDDR2
- Size
- 2.8
- Technology
- IPS
- Resolution
- 320 x 240
- Quality
- QVGA
- Refresh Rate
- 60 Hz
- Pixel Density (PPI)
- 142.86
- Aspect Ratio
- 4:3
- Lens
- Plastic
- Capacity
- 1200 mAh
- Analog Sticks
- None
- D-Pad
- Cross
- D-Pad Placement
- Upper
- Shoulder Buttons
- L1, R1, L2, R2
- Shoulder Orientation
- Horizontal
- Extra Buttons
- Home, Brightness
- Speaker Type
- Single Mono
- Speaker Position
- Front facing
- Charge Port
- USB-C
- Audio Output
- 3.5mm Headphone
- Card Support
- microSD
- Operating System
- Trimui OS
- Dimensions
- 136 mm x 72 mm x 19 mm
- Weight
- 120 g
- Body Material
- Plastic
Modding officially supported
The manufacturer officially permits or encourages modding (custom firmware, OS replacement, hardware modifications). Warranty remains valid under normal use.
Atari · 2 platforms
Bandai · 2 platforms
Nintendo · 7 platforms
Other · 1 platform
SNK · 2 platforms
Sega · 4 platforms
Sony · 1 platform
Watara · 1 platform
Pros & Cons
Pros
- very low price
- lightweight compact design
- 4:3 IPS screen
- four shoulder buttons
- 3.5mm headphone jack
- USB-C charging
Cons
- weak single-core cpu
- lag in 3D PS1 games
- slowdown in SNES Super FX and Mode 7 games
- no analog sticks
- mono speaker
- small 1200 mAh battery
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Compliance & Safety
PowKiddy A30 — 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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