General
What is Retro Ranker?
Retro Ranker is a platform to compare, review, and discover retro gaming handhelds, helping you find the perfect device for your needs.
Which brands are included?
We cover popular brands like Anbernic, Miyoo, Ayaneo, Powkiddy, and more in our device catalog.
How often is the catalog updated?
The catalog is updated daily as new devices are released, reviewed, and added to the community datasheet. Check the release timeline for the latest additions.
Can I submit my own review?
Yes! Sign in or create an account, then visit any device page to submit your review and rating.
Devices & Catalog
How do I search for a specific device?
- Quick: You can use the search bar in the top menu for a quick search.
- Advanced: You can also use the filters and sorting options to narrow down devices by price, release year, brand, and more in the device catalog.
Can I filter devices by price or specs?
Yes, use the filters and sorting options to narrow down devices by price, release year, brand, and more in the device catalog.
Device Comparison
How do I compare devices?
Use our comparison tool to select and compare technical specs, performance, and user reviews of different retro handhelds.
How does the ranking work?
The ranking is based on all relevant properties of the devices.
Every property is given a score and placed into a category. The categories are then weighted and summed up to get the final results.
Category weights:
- Performance (30%)
- Monitor (10%)
- Dimensions (10%)
- Connectivity (20%)
- Audio (10%)
- Controls (10%)
- Misc (10%)
Green means better.
Red means worse.