Head-to-Head
KONKR Pocket Advance vs RG-34XX
KONKR Pocket Advance vs RG-34XX: a head-to-head comparison of specs, performance, screen, battery, and which one is the better buy for your retro library.
| Spec | KONKR Pocket Advance | RG34XX |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KONKR (AYANEO) | Anbernic |
| Form Factor | Horizontal | Horizontal |
| Operating System | Android 12 | Linux |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G90T | Allwinner H700 |
| RAM | 3 GB / 4 GB LPDDR4X | 1 GB LPDDR4 |
| Screen | 3.5 inch | 3.4 inch |
| Resolution | 960 x 640 | 720 x 480 |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 3500 mAh (Swappable) |
| Price inside the EU | €199.95 at RetroGear, VAT incl. In stock · checked 13 Nov 2026 | €94.95 at RetroGear, VAT incl. In stock · checked 13 Nov 2026 |
| Maker's price ships from outside the EU | $89 (3 GB + 32 GB) $109 (4 GB + 64 GB) | $70 (+ shipping) |
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The KONKR Pocket Advance and RG-34XX are two retro handhelds that often end up on the same shortlist. They are not identical, and the right choice depends on what you actually want to play and how much you want to spend.
Performance and emulation ceiling
The KONKR Pocket Advance is powered by a MediaTek Helio G90T with 3 GB / 4 GB LPDDR4X. The RG-34XX uses an Allwinner H700 with 1 GB LPDDR4. On our performance scale, the KONKR Pocket Advance scores 4.5/10 and the RG-34XX scores 10/10. The KONKR Pocket Advance grades Game Boy, Nintendo Entertainment System, Sega Genesis, Game Boy Advance as A-level, with GameCube, Nintendo 3DS in the B range. The RG-34XX grades Game Boy, Nintendo Entertainment System, Sega Genesis, Game Boy Advance as A-level, with Nintendo 64, Nintendo DS, Dreamcast in the B range. The RG-34XX reaches SNES FX & 3D PS1 (60 FPS), N64 and Dreamcast mostly playable, PSP somewhat playable, Saturn barely playable.
Screen and ergonomics
The KONKR Pocket Advance has a 3.5 inch display at 960 x 640. The RG-34XX has a 3.4 inch display at 720 x 480. Both the KONKR Pocket Advance and the RG-34XX are horizontal devices, so the choice between them comes down to hardware and price rather than shape.
Battery and price
The KONKR Pocket Advance carries a 4000 mAh battery, and the RG-34XX a swappable 3500 mAh battery. On price, the KONKR Pocket Advance sits around $89 (3 GB + 32 GB) $109 (4 GB + 64 GB), while the RG-34XX is around $70 (+ shipping).
Which should you buy?
Choose the RG-34XX: on our scale it scores 10/10 against 4.5/10, which is the one measurable gap between the two. The best handheld is the one that makes the games you actually play feel natural.