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Anbernic RG ARC-S

4" 4:3 Display (640x480)

4:3 Native ● 640x480

muOS / Knulli

Form Factor: Horizontal Weight: 240 grams

aspect_ratio Simulate Letterboxing

GBA / PS1 Elite

RG ARC-S

Name: Anbernic RG ARC-S
Brand: Anbernic
Price: 78 USD
Availability: InStock

Anbernic · Released 2023 / 11

$97.5.00 MSRP

$78

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Chipset (SoC) RockChip RK3566

Battery 3500 mAh

Aspect Ratio 4:3 Native

Dimensions 191 mm x 80 mm x 22 mm

Emulation Performance Radar

Tested frame rates and compatibility across key retro systems

Hardware Tier: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️½

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)

Select 80%

Mupen64Plus-Next core

PlayStation 2 (PS2)

Unplayable

NetherSX2 / AetherSX2

Full Technical Specifications

Manufacturer / Brand Anbernic

Screen Diagonal 4 Inches

Display Resolution 640x480

Aspect Ratio 4:3 Native

System Chipset (SoC) RockChip RK3566

Battery Capacity 3500 mAh

Device Dimensions 191 mm x 80 mm x 22 mm

Device Weight 240 grams

Stock Operating System Linux

Recommended CFW muOS / Knulli

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the RG ARC-S play PS2 and GameCube games? expand_more

The Anbernic RG ARC-S is powered by the RockChip RK3566 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 RG ARC-S? expand_more

The community overwhelmingly recommends muOS / Knulli. 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.