Anbernic RetroGame RS-97 Plus
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Anbernic RetroGame RS-97 Plus is a horizontal retro gaming handheld launched in 2018. Powered by JZ4760B (1-core, 740 MHz), 128MB DDR2 RAM and Vivante GC200 GPU. Features a 3" TFT LCD display (320 x 480, 4:3). 1800 mAh, Swappable battery. Runs Firmware with RetroFW support.
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Anbernic RetroGame RS-97 Plus is a horizontal retro gaming handheld launched in 2018. Powered by JZ4760B (1-core, 740 MHz), 128MB DDR2 RAM and Vivante GC200 GPU. Features a 3" TFT LCD display (320 x 480, 4:3). 1800 mAh, Swappable battery. Runs Firmware with RetroFW support.
Under the hood is a single-core Ingenic JZ4760B (XBurst, MIPS) clocked at 528–740 MHz, paired with a Vivante GC200 GPU running at 250–375 MHz and 128 MB of DDR2 RAM. This setup comfortably covers 8-bit and 16-bit platforms such as Atari 2600, NES, Game Boy, Game Boy Color, Sega Master System, Game Gear, Mega Drive / Genesis, Neo Geo, Neo Geo Pocket and classic MAME titles, plus Game Boy Advance. Most SNES games run at 60 FPS, although titles using Super FX chips or Mode 7 effects will lag. On PlayStation, most 2D games run fine, though not all at a full 60 FPS, while 3D games struggle.
The 3-inch TFT screen offers a 320 x 480 HVGA resolution, a 4:3 aspect ratio, a 60 Hz refresh rate and 192.3 ppi, a natural fit for retro content. There is no glass lens, only a protector, so the panel is more exposed than on pricier handhelds. Brightness has its own dedicated button.
Controls include an upper cross D-pad, four face buttons, L1 and R1 shoulder buttons and a single slidepad in the lower position. A wheel handles volume, and there are dedicated power and reset buttons; there is no rumble. Audio comes from a front-facing mono speaker, with a 3.5 mm headphone jack for private play, and an AV output lets you connect the console to a TV. The plastic body measures 144 x 64 x 19 mm and weighs just 142 g.
Power comes from a swappable 1800 mAh BP-5L battery, so you can carry a spare, and charging is handled through a Mini USB port. Games and emulators are stored on a microSD card.
On the software side, the RS-97 Plus runs RetroFW, and modding is permitted, so the community firmware and its emulators can be updated and customized freely.
Ideal for: budget-minded retro fans who mainly play 8-bit and 16-bit classics, want a light, swappable-battery handheld with a 4:3 screen and enjoy tinkering with RetroFW.
- Manufacturer
- Ingenic
- SoC
- Ingenic JZ4760B
- Model
- JZ4760B
- Architecture
- XBurst
- Cores
- 1
- Threads
- 1
- Frequency
- 528 - 740 MHz
- Instruction Set
- MIPS
- Chipset
- Vivante GC200
- GPU Frequency
- 250 - 375 MHz
- Capacity
- 128 MB
- Technology
- DDR2
- Size
- 3.0
- Technology
- TFT
- Resolution
- 320 x 480
- Quality
- HVGA
- Refresh Rate
- 60 Hz
- Pixel Density (PPI)
- 192.30
- Aspect Ratio
- 4:3
- Lens
- None (Protector only)
- Battery Type
- Swappable
- Capacity
- 1800 mAh BP-5L
- Analog Sticks
- Single slidepad
- Stick Placement
- Lower
- D-Pad
- Cross
- D-Pad Placement
- Upper
- Shoulder Buttons
- L1, R1
- Extra Buttons
- Brightness, Power, Reset
- Speaker Type
- Single Mono
- Speaker Position
- Front facing
- Charge Port
- Mini USB
- Video Output
- AV Out
- Audio Output
- 3.5mm Headphone
- Card Support
- microSD
- Operating System
- RetroFW
- Custom OS Support
- RetroFW
- Dimensions
- 144 mm x 64 mm x 19 mm
- Weight
- 142 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.
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GCE · 1 platform
Nintendo · 6 platforms
Other · 1 platform
SNK · 3 platforms
Sega · 3 platforms
Sony · 1 platform
Pros & Cons
Pros
- low price
- swappable battery
- 4:3 screen
- AV out
- RetroFW support
- compact and lightweight
Cons
- Exposed LCD
- not true analog (d-pad mirror)
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Anbernic RetroGame RS-97 Plus — 5 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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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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