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CoolBaby RS18

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CoolBaby RS18 is a gaming handheld launched in 2020. Powered by Cortex-A7 (4-core, 1.3 GHz). Features a 7" display.

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CoolBaby RS18 is a gaming handheld launched in 2020. Powered by Cortex-A7 (4-core, 1.3 GHz). Features a 7" display.

The CoolBaby RS18 is a horizontal gaming handheld launched in 2020, powered by the Rockchip RK3128 SoC with four Cortex-A7 cores at 1.3 GHz and dual-core Mali-400 MP2 graphics at 500 MHz. Supported platforms include Game Boy, Game Boy Color, NES, Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, Game Boy Advance, SNES and PlayStation, plus Nintendo DS and Nintendo 64. The latter two are the most demanding systems on the list, so expectations should be set to match a modest Cortex-A7-based chip.

The 7-inch display is one of the console's biggest strengths. The generous size makes retro games easy to follow and gives classic home-console titles plenty of room on screen.

On the controls front, the RS18 offers dual analog thumbsticks with L3/R3 in an asymmetric layout, a separated-button D-pad placed in the lower position, four face buttons and four horizontally oriented shoulder buttons: L1, R1, L2 and R2. A Back button and dedicated volume buttons round out the layout. The body is made of plastic, and there is no rumble.

Charging is handled through a USB-C port, while USB-OTG lets you connect peripherals. The Mini HDMI output lets you move your game to a TV or monitor, and the 3.5mm jack is handy for headphones. Audio comes from a single rear-facing mono speaker.

Modding is permitted on this device, giving enthusiasts the freedom to tailor the software experience to their own preferences.

Ideal for: players who want a large 7-inch screen for classic emulation up to PlayStation, with dual analog sticks and the option to hook the console up to a TV over Mini HDMI.
Specs for: CoolBaby RS18 - Black
Manufacturer
Rockchip
SoC
Rockchip RK3128
Model
Cortex-A7
Architecture
Cortex-A7
Cores
4
Threads
4
Frequency
1.3 GHz
Instruction Set
ARM
Chipset
Mali-400 MP2
GPU Cores
2
GPU Frequency
500 MHz
Size
7.0
Analog Sticks
Dual thumbsticks with L3/R3
Stick Placement
Asymmetric
D-Pad
Separated Buttons
D-Pad Placement
Lower
Shoulder Buttons
L1, R1, L2, R2
Shoulder Orientation
Horizontal
Extra Buttons
Back, Volume +-
Speaker Type
Single Mono
Speaker Position
Rear facing
Ports
USB-OTG
Charge Port
USB-C
Video Output
Mini HDMI
Audio Output
3.5mm Headphone
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.

Nintendo · 7 platforms

GB GB
GBC GBC
NES NES
GBA GBA
SNE SNES
NDS NDS
N64 N64

Sega · 1 platform

MD MD

Sony · 1 platform

PS1 PS1

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • large 7-inch screen
  • dual analog sticks with L3/R3
  • Mini HDMI video output
  • USB-C charging
  • four shoulder buttons
  • modding permitted

Cons

  • no rumble
  • single rear-facing mono speaker
  • modest Cortex-A7 performance for Nintendo DS and Nintendo 64
  • separated-button D-pad
  • plastic body

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