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1UP PiX Portable

2.8" 4:3 Display (640x480)

4:3 Native ● 640x480

Stock OS

Form Factor: Horizontal Weight: 350 grams

aspect_ratio Simulate Letterboxing

Classic Retro

1UP PiX Portable

1UP · Released 2018

$218.75.00 MSRP

$175

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Chipset (SoC) Broadcom BCM2837 (Raspberry Pi 3B)

Battery 4000 mAh

Aspect Ratio 4:3 Native

Dimensions 130 mm x 65 mm x 32 mm

Emulation Performance Radar

Tested frame rates and compatibility across key retro systems

Hardware Tier: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Game Boy Advance (GBA)

check_circle Perfect (60fps)

Integer 3x scaling available

PlayStation 1 (PS1)

check_circle Playable (60fps)

Enhanced resolution mode supported

Nintendo 64 (N64)

Struggles

Mupen64Plus-Next core

PlayStation 2 (PS2)

Unplayable

NetherSX2 / AetherSX2

Full Technical Specifications

Manufacturer / Brand 1UP

Screen Diagonal 2.8 Inches

Display Resolution 640x480

Aspect Ratio 4:3 Native

System Chipset (SoC) Broadcom BCM2837 (Raspberry Pi 3B)

Battery Capacity 4000 mAh

Device Dimensions 130 mm x 65 mm x 32 mm

Device Weight 350 grams

Stock Operating System Linux (RetroPie)

Recommended CFW Stock OS

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the 1UP PiX Portable play PS2 and GameCube games? expand_more

The 1UP PiX Portable is powered by the Broadcom BCM2837 (Raspberry Pi 3B) processor. For PS2 and GameCube emulation, it is not powerful enough to run full-speed 3D titles. We recommend looking into Odin 2 or Retroid Pocket 4 Pro for flawless PS2.

What is the best custom firmware (CFW) for 1UP PiX Portable? expand_more

The community overwhelmingly recommends Stock OS. It drastically improves boot time, enables instant deep sleep, and provides cleaner RetroArch hotkey integrations.

Should I replace the stock MicroSD card that came in the box? expand_more

Yes, absolutely. Generic unbranded MicroSD cards included with budget handhelds frequently suffer corrupted save files within 2 to 4 weeks. Always flash your firmware onto a branded card from SanDisk, Samsung, or Kioxia.