Head-to-Head
PowKiddy RGB30 vs RGB20SX
PowKiddy RGB30 vs RGB20SX: a head-to-head comparison of specs, performance, screen, battery, and which one is the better buy for your retro library.
| Spec | PowKiddy RGB30 | RGB20SX |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | PowKiddy | PowKiddy |
| Form Factor | Horizontal | Vertical |
| Operating System | Linux (JELOS) | Linux |
| Chipset | RockChip RK3566 | RockChip RK3566 |
| RAM | 1 GB LPDDR4 | 1 GB LPDDR4 |
| Screen | 4.0 inch | 4.0 inch |
| Resolution | 720 x 720 | 720 x 720 |
| Battery | 4100 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Price | 90.0 | 60.0 |
The PowKiddy RGB30 and RGB20SX 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 PowKiddy RGB30 is powered by a RockChip RK3566 with 1 GB LPDDR4. The RGB20SX uses a RockChip RK3566 with 1 GB LPDDR4. On our performance scale, the PowKiddy RGB30 scores 5.5 and the RGB20SX scores 5.5. The PowKiddy RGB30 grades Game Boy, Nintendo Entertainment System, Sega Genesis, Game Boy Advance as A-level, with Nintendo 64, Dreamcast, PSP in the B range. The RGB20SX grades Game Boy, Nintendo Entertainment System, Sega Genesis, Game Boy Advance as A-level, with Nintendo 64, Dreamcast, PSP in the B range. In practice, the PowKiddy RGB30 reaches N64, PSP & Dreamcast mostly playable but not all full speed. The RGB20SX reaches N64, PSP & Dreamcast mostly playable but not all full speed.
Screen and ergonomics
The PowKiddy RGB30 has a 4.0 inch display at 720 x 720. The RGB20SX has a 4.0 inch display at 720 x 720. The PowKiddy RGB30 is a horizontal device, while the RGB20SX is vertical. That shape difference matters for how the device feels in the hand and how comfortable it is for longer sessions.
Battery and price
The PowKiddy RGB30 carries a 4100 mAh battery, and the RGB20SX a 5000 mAh battery. On price, the PowKiddy RGB30 sits around 90.0, while the RGB20SX is around 60.0.
Which should you buy?
Choose the PowKiddy RGB30 if its specific strengths match your library, and the RGB20SX if its tradeoffs suit you better. The best handheld is the one that makes the games you actually play feel natural.