Anbernic RG 556
Reference Price
$175.00
Best Price Now
—
Currently unavailable
Historical Lowest
·
Historical Lowest
—
No history yet
Anbernic RG 556 is a horizontal retro gaming handheld launched in 2024. Powered by Tiger T820 (8-core, 2.7 GHz), 8GB LPDDR4X RAM and Mali-G57 MP4 GPU. Features a 5.48" AMOLED, Touchscreen display (1920 x 1080, 16:9). 5500 mAh battery and WiFi 5, Bluetooth 5.0. Runs Android.
Color
Preloaded Content Notice
This device may ship with preloaded ROMs or sample game files. Under U.S. copyright law (DMCA Section 1201 and 17 U.S.C. § 117), creating or distributing ROMs of copyrighted games without authorization is generally prohibited. Personal backup copies of games you legally own may fall under fair use exceptions — consult an attorney for specifics.
No active listings
We haven't tracked any in-stock prices for this console yet. Check back soon or browse similar consoles.
Similar Consoles
Based on category & score
Anbernic RG 556 is a horizontal retro gaming handheld launched in 2024. Powered by Tiger T820 (8-core, 2.7 GHz), 8GB LPDDR4X RAM and Mali-G57 MP4 GPU. Features a 5.48" AMOLED, Touchscreen display (1920 x 1080, 16:9). 5500 mAh battery and WiFi 5, Bluetooth 5.0. Runs Android.
Inside is the Unisoc Tiger T820, with 4x Cortex-A76 and 4x Cortex-A55 cores clocked between 2.1 and 2.7 GHz. It is backed by a Mali-G57 MP4 GPU at 850 MHz and 8 GB of LPDDR4X RAM. Classic 8-bit and 16-bit systems run effortlessly, and N64, Dreamcast and PSP all run at full speed. Almost all GameCube and Wii titles reach full speed, and PS2 is playable, while Switch remains mostly unplayable. An active cooling system with a fan, heatpipe and ventilation cutouts helps keep performance consistent in longer, more demanding sessions. Games load from 128 GB of UFS 2.2 storage, and a microSD slot lets you expand your library.
The 5.48-inch AMOLED touchscreen runs at 1920 x 1080 in a 16:9 aspect ratio at 60 Hz, for a sharp density of around 400 PPI. Deep blacks and vibrant colors make retro games and modern Android titles look excellent. The display sits under OCA-laminated tempered glass.
Both thumbsticks use Hall Effect sensors and offer L3/R3 clicks in an asymmetric layout, and the analog triggers are also Hall Effect, so the controls are built to resist drift. The layout adds L1/R1/L2/R2 shoulder buttons, a cross D-pad in the lower position and four face buttons. Rumble and a gyroscope add extra immersion. Dedicated Home/Back, Menu, power and volume buttons complete the controls. The plastic body measures 223 x 90 x 15-25 mm and weighs 331 g.
A 5500 mAh battery powers the device and charges over USB-C. The same port also provides video output to a larger screen. Dual stereo speakers and a 3.5mm headphone jack face the bottom edge. WiFi 5 and Bluetooth 5.0 handle wireless controllers, headphones and online play.
Android 13 gives you freedom to install your favorite emulators and access the Google Play Store. You can also stream games through cloud services such as Xbox Cloud Gaming, Steam Link and GeForce Now. Modding is permitted, leaving room for custom setups and frontends.
Ideal for: retro and cloud gaming fans who want a powerful Android handheld with a Full HD AMOLED screen, drift-resistant Hall Effect controls and active cooling. It suits players who want to reach GameCube, Wii and PS2 emulation on the go.
- Manufacturer
- Unisoc
- SoC
- Unisoc Tiger T820
- Model
- Tiger T820
- Architecture
- 4x Cortex-A76, 4x Cortex-A55
- Cores
- 8
- Threads
- 8
- Frequency
- 2.1 - 2.7 GHz
- Instruction Set
- ARM
- Chipset
- Mali-G57 MP4
- GPU Cores
- 4
- GPU Frequency
- 850 MHz
- Capacity
- 8 GB
- Technology
- LPDDR4X
- Size
- 5.5
- Technology
- AMOLED, Touchscreen
- Resolution
- 1920 x 1080
- Quality
- FHD
- Refresh Rate
- 60 Hz
- Pixel Density (PPI)
- 400.53
- Aspect Ratio
- 16:9
- Lens
- Tempered Glass (OCA Laminated)
- Capacity
- 5500 mAh
- Analog Sticks
- Dual thumbsticks with L3/R3
- Stick Technology
- Hall Effect
- Stick Placement
- Asymmetric
- D-Pad
- Cross
- D-Pad Placement
- Lower
- Shoulder Buttons
- L1, R1, L2, R2, Analog Triggers
- Shoulder Orientation
- Vertical
- Extra Buttons
- Home/Back, Menu, Power, Volume +-
- Additional Features
- Gyroscope, Hall Effect Joysticks, Hall Effect Triggers, Rumble
- Speaker Type
- Dual Stereo
- Speaker Position
- Bottom facing
- Wi-Fi
- WiFi 5
- Bluetooth
- Bluetooth 5.0
- Charge Port
- USB-C
- Charge Port Placement
- Bottom facing
- Video Output
- USB-C video out
- Video Output Placement
- Bottom facing
- Audio Output
- 3.5mm Headphone
- Audio Output Placement
- Bottom facing
- Internal Storage
- 128 GB
- Card Support
- UFS 2.2, microSD
- Operating System
- Android
- OS Version
- 13
- Dimensions
- 223 mm x 90 mm x 15 - 25 mm
- Weight
- 331 g
- Body Material
- Plastic
- Cooling
- Heatpipe, Fan, Ventilation cutouts
Modding officially supported
The manufacturer officially permits or encourages modding (custom firmware, OS replacement, hardware modifications). Warranty remains valid under normal use.
Arcade · 6 platforms
Atari · 7 platforms
Bandai · 3 platforms
Coleco · 1 platform
Commodore · 4 platforms
Epoch · 1 platform
Fairchild · 1 platform
GCE · 1 platform
Lexaloffle · 1 platform
Magnavox · 1 platform
Mattel · 1 platform
Microsoft · 2 platforms
Microsoft/ASCII · 1 platform
NEC · 7 platforms
Nintendo · 16 platforms
Other · 7 platforms
Panasonic · 1 platform
Philips · 1 platform
SNK · 4 platforms
Sega · 10 platforms
Sharp · 2 platforms
Sinclair · 2 platforms
Sony · 4 platforms
Watara · 1 platform
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 1080p AMOLED touchscreen
- Hall Effect sticks and triggers
- active fan cooling
- strong emulation up to GameCube/Wii and PS2
- 8 GB RAM with UFS 2.2 storage
- USB-C video output
Cons
- Glossy plastic on Blue model
No compatible accessories found
Check back later — we're adding new accessories regularly.
Videos · 5
Retro Game Corps
youtube
ETA Prime
youtube
Retro Handhelds
youtube
The Phawx
youtube
Wicked Gamer & Collector
youtube
/
Compliance & Safety
Anbernic RG 556 — 7 marks declared by manufacturer
Regulatory
· 1-
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.
Official source
Environmental
· 2-
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.
Official source -
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.
Official source
Safety
· 2-
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.
Official source -
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.
Official source
Wireless
· 2-
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.
Official source -
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).
Official source
Markings displayed are based on data declared by the manufacturer. Actual product markings may vary by region and revision.
