BOYHOM R46S
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BOYHOM R46S is a gaming handheld launched in 2024. Powered by RK3566 (4-core, 1.8 GHz), 1 GB RAM. Features a 4" IPS LCD display (720 x 720). 4000 mAh battery. Wi-Fi 4. Runs Linux.
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BOYHOM R46S is a gaming handheld launched in 2024. Powered by RK3566 (4-core, 1.8 GHz), 1 GB RAM. Features a 4" IPS LCD display (720 x 720). 4000 mAh battery. Wi-Fi 4. Runs Linux.
Under the hood sits a quad-core Cortex-A55 CPU clocked at 1.8 GHz, paired with a Mali-G52 2EE GPU at 850 MHz and 1 GB of LPDDR4 RAM. This combination handles 8-bit and 16-bit consoles, arcade titles through MAME and Final Burn Neo, the Game Boy family, Neo Geo and PlayStation comfortably. Its upper limit is N64, PSP and Dreamcast, which are mostly playable but not all at full speed. The supported list also covers home computers such as Commodore 64, Amiga, MSX, ZX Spectrum and MS-DOS, along with ScummVM, Pico-8 and OpenBOR.
The 4-inch IPS display runs at 720 x 720 with a 1:1 aspect ratio, about 255 ppi and a 60 Hz refresh rate, protected by tempered glass. The square format is a natural fit for classic handhelds, arcade games and 8-bit and 16-bit systems, while widescreen systems such as the PSP will appear with black bars.
Controls are complete for this class: a cross-shaped D-pad in the upper position, symmetric dual thumbsticks with L3/R3, four face buttons and horizontal L1, R1, L2 and R2 shoulder buttons. Rumble, a gyroscope and a microphone add extra options, and dedicated volume buttons sit alongside the power and reset buttons. The plastic body measures 185 x 80 x 20 mm.
A 4000 mAh battery powers the device, with two bottom-facing USB-C ports and OTG support. A top-facing mini HDMI output lets you play on a TV, a 3.5mm headphone jack sits at the bottom, and dual stereo speakers face the rear. Wireless connectivity includes WiFi 4 and Bluetooth for updates, file transfers and wireless accessories.
On the software side, the R46S runs Linux and uses dual microSD storage, making it easy to separate the system from your game library. Modding is permitted, so enthusiasts can explore custom operating systems and frontends for full control over their setup.
Ideal for: retro fans on a budget who want a square-screen handheld with dual sticks, TV output and wide emulation coverage up to PlayStation, with occasional forays into N64, PSP and Dreamcast.
- Manufacturer
- Rockchip
- SoC
- Rockchip RK3566
- Model
- RK3566
- Architecture
- Cortex-A55
- Cores
- 4
- Threads
- 4
- Frequency
- 1.8 GHz
- Instruction Set
- ARM
- Chipset
- Mali-G52 2EE
- GPU Cores
- 2
- GPU Frequency
- 850 MHz
- Capacity
- 1 GB
- Technology
- LPDDR4
- Size
- 4.0
- Technology
- IPS
- Resolution
- 720 x 720
- Quality
- HD
- Refresh Rate
- 60 Hz
- Pixel Density (PPI)
- 254.56
- Aspect Ratio
- 1:1
- Lens
- Tempered Glass
- Capacity
- 4000 mAh
- Analog Sticks
- Dual thumbsticks with L3/R3
- Stick Placement
- Symmetric
- D-Pad
- Cross
- D-Pad Placement
- Upper
- Shoulder Buttons
- L1, R1, L2, R2
- Shoulder Orientation
- Horizontal
- Extra Buttons
- Power, Reset, Volume +-
- Additional Features
- Gyroscope, Microphone, Rumble
- Speaker Type
- Dual Stereo
- Speaker Position
- Rear facing
- Ports
- USB-C OTG
- Wi-Fi
- WiFi 4
- Bluetooth
- Bluetooth
- Charge Port
- USB-C x2
- Charge Port Placement
- Bottom facing
- Video Output
- Mini HDMI
- Video Output Placement
- Top facing
- Audio Output
- 3.5mm Headphone
- Audio Output Placement
- Bottom facing
- Card Support
- Dual microSD
- Operating System
- Linux
- Dimensions
- 185 mm x 80 mm x 20 mm
- 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.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- square 720x720 IPS screen
- dual analog sticks with L3/R3
- mini HDMI video output
- dual microSD slots
- Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
- price/performance ratio
Cons
- only 1 GB RAM
- N64/PSP/Dreamcast not all full speed
- 1:1 screen letterboxes widescreen systems
- rear-facing speakers
- plastic body
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Compliance & Safety
BOYHOM R46S — 6 marks declared by manufacturer
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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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Wireless
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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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