Head-to-Head
RG-477V vs RG DS
RG-477V vs RG DS: a head-to-head comparison of specs, performance, screen, battery, and which one is the better buy for your retro library.
| Spec | RG477V | RG DS |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Anbernic | Anbernic |
| Form Factor | Vertical | Clamshell (Dual Screen) |
| Operating System | Android 14 | Android 14 |
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 8300 | RockChip RK3568 |
| RAM | 8 GB / 12 GB LPDDR5 | 3 GB |
| Screen | 4.7 inch | 4.0 inch x2 |
| Resolution | 1280 x 960 | 640 x 480 |
| Battery | 5300 mAh | 4000 mAh |
| Price | $200 | $94 (+ shipping) |
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The RG-477V and RG DS 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 RG-477V is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 8300 with 8 GB / 12 GB LPDDR5. The RG DS uses a RockChip RK3568 with 3 GB. On our performance scale, the RG-477V scores 10/10 and the RG DS scores 10/10. The RG-477V grades Game Boy, Nintendo Entertainment System, Sega Genesis, Game Boy Advance as A-level, The RG DS 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 RG-477V reaches GameCube, Wii and PS2 playable, Switch mostly playable.
Screen and ergonomics
The RG-477V has a 4.7 inch display at 1280 x 960. The RG DS has a 4.0 inch x2 display at 640 x 480. The RG-477V is a vertical device, while the RG DS is clamshell (dual screen). That shape difference matters for how the device feels in the hand and how comfortable it is for longer sessions.
Battery and price
The RG-477V carries a 5300 mAh battery, and the RG DS a 4000 mAh battery. On price, the RG-477V runs $259.99, while the RG DS is around $94 (+ shipping).
Which should you buy?
Their headline scores match and they level on the top tier, so the tiebreaker is the second tier: the RG DS also runs Nintendo 64, Dreamcast and PSP. Buy the one that covers more of your library, or the cheaper one. The best handheld is the one that makes the games you actually play feel natural.