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WaveShare GamePi43

4.3" 5:3 Display (800x480)

5:3 Native ● 800x480
Stock OS
Form Factor: Vertical Weight: 500 grams
aspect_ratio Simulate Letterboxing
Classic Retro

GamePi43

WaveShare · Released 2019 / 08

$100.00 MSRP
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Chipset (SoC) Broadcom BCM2837B0 (Raspberry Pi 3B+)
Battery 18650 x2
Aspect Ratio 5:3 Native
Dimensions 171 mm x 111 mm x 34 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 WaveShare
Screen Diagonal 4.3 Inches
Display Resolution 800x480
Aspect Ratio 5:3 Native
System Chipset (SoC) Broadcom BCM2837B0 (Raspberry Pi 3B+)
Battery Capacity 18650 x2
Device Dimensions 171 mm x 111 mm x 34 mm
Device Weight 500 grams
Stock Operating System Linux (RetroPie)
Recommended CFW Stock OS

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the GamePi43 play PS2 and GameCube games? expand_more

The WaveShare GamePi43 is powered by the Broadcom BCM2837B0 (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 GamePi43? 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.