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Gamebox Systems Cartboy

1.3" 1:1 Display (240x240)

1:1 Native ● 240x240
Stock OS
Form Factor: Micro Vertical Weight: 80 grams
aspect_ratio Simulate Letterboxing
Classic Retro

Cartboy

Gamebox Systems · Released 2020 / 01

$125.00 MSRP
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Chipset (SoC) Broadcom BCM2835 (Raspberry Pi Zero)
Battery 1200 mAh
Aspect Ratio 1:1 Native
Dimensions 65.5 mm x 57 mm x 15 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 Gamebox Systems
Screen Diagonal 1.3 Inches
Display Resolution 240x240
Aspect Ratio 1:1 Native
System Chipset (SoC) Broadcom BCM2835 (Raspberry Pi Zero)
Battery Capacity 1200 mAh
Device Dimensions 65.5 mm x 57 mm x 15 mm
Device Weight 80 grams
Stock Operating System Linux - CartOS (RetroPie based)
Recommended CFW Stock OS

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the Cartboy play PS2 and GameCube games? expand_more

The Gamebox Systems Cartboy is powered by the Broadcom BCM2835 (Raspberry Pi Zero) 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 Cartboy? 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.