Android High-End
Retroid Pocket 5 vs AYN Odin 2 Portal
The Pocket 5 and the big-screen Odin 2 Portal, compared on chipset, display, and whether the Portal's larger screen is worth the premium.
| Spec | Retroid Pocket 5 | Odin 2 Portal |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Retroid / Moorechip | AYN Technologies |
| Form Factor | Horizontal | Horizontal |
| Operating System | Android 13 / Linux (Batocera) | Android 13 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |
| RAM | 8 GB LPDDR4x (2133 MHz) | 8 GB / 12 GB / 16 GB |
| Screen | 5.5 inch | 7.0 inch |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh |
| Price | $199 (Early Bird) $209 (Preorder) $225 (Retail) | $299 - $529 (Hover for detailed prices) |
The Retroid Pocket 5 and AYN Odin 2 Portal are both premium Android handhelds, but they target different priorities. The Pocket 5 is the value pick, while the Portal is the big-screen flagship.
Chipset and performance
The Pocket 5 runs on a Snapdragon 865 with 8 GB of RAM. The Odin 2 Portal runs on a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 with up to 16 GB of RAM. The Portal is the stronger device, grading GameCube, Wii, 3DS, and PS2 as fully playable and reaching into Switch territory, while the Pocket 5 handles GameCube, Wii, and PS2 well with less headroom.
Screen
The Pocket 5 has a 5.5 inch 1080p AMOLED. The Odin 2 Portal has a 7.0 inch 1080p AMOLED. The Portal screen is much larger, which makes it the better choice for text-heavy games and for using the device as a home console replacement.
Battery
The Portal has a large 8000 mAh battery. The Pocket 5 has 5000 mAh. The Portal lasts significantly longer.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Retroid Pocket 5 if you want strong PS2 and GameCube performance at a lower price in a more portable size. Choose the Odin 2 Portal if you want the biggest screen, the most power, and the long battery life, and you are willing to pay the premium.