Head-to-Head
Retroid Pocket Flip 2 vs Miyoo Flip
Retroid Pocket Flip 2 vs Miyoo Flip: a head-to-head comparison of specs, performance, screen, battery, and which one is the better buy for your retro library.
| Spec | Retroid Pocket Flip 2 | Miyoo Flip |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Retroid / Moorechip | Miyoo / Bittboy |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Operating System | Android 13 | Linux (Tina) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 / MediaTek Dimensity 1100 | RockChip RK3566 |
| RAM | 8 GB LPDDR4X | 1 GB LPDDR4 |
| Screen | 5.5 inch | 3.5 inch |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 640 x 480 |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 3000 mAh |
| Price | $189 (D1100) $219 (SD865) | 78.0 |
The Retroid Pocket Flip 2 and Miyoo Flip 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 Retroid Pocket Flip 2 is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 / MediaTek Dimensity 1100 with 8 GB LPDDR4X. The Miyoo Flip uses a RockChip RK3566 with 1 GB LPDDR4. On our performance scale, the Retroid Pocket Flip 2 scores 4.5 and the Miyoo Flip scores 5.5. The Retroid Pocket Flip 2 grades Game Boy, Nintendo Entertainment System, Sega Genesis, Game Boy Advance as A-level, The Miyoo Flip 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 Retroid Pocket Flip 2 reaches Gamecube, Wii, PS2 playable, some Switch playable. The Miyoo Flip reaches N64, PSP & Dreamcast mostly playable but not all full speed.
Screen and ergonomics
The Retroid Pocket Flip 2 has a 5.5 inch display at 1920 x 1080. The Miyoo Flip has a 3.5 inch display at 640 x 480. The Retroid Pocket Flip 2 is a clamshell device, while the Miyoo Flip is clamshell. That shape difference matters for how the device feels in the hand and how comfortable it is for longer sessions.
Battery and price
The Retroid Pocket Flip 2 carries a 5000 mAh battery, and the Miyoo Flip a 3000 mAh battery. On price, the Retroid Pocket Flip 2 sits around $189 (D1100) $219 (SD865), while the Miyoo Flip is around 78.0.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Miyoo Flip if you want the stronger overall package for the money. Choose the Retroid Pocket Flip 2 if its specific strengths match your library, and the Miyoo Flip if its tradeoffs suit you better. The best handheld is the one that makes the games you actually play feel natural.