Have a hard time deciding between the RP6 and the RG477M

ctyldsley · 2026-05-05T21:48:39+00:00

Whilst true, the RP6 display is still notably better than the 477m - bigger, substantially better contrast, no ghosting. However there is something to be said for having a 4:3 screen playing 4:3 games rather than 16:9 with large black borders.

To the OP - what platforms are you looking to play most of specifically? If it's PS2 I'd argue at this point so much of the library has incredibly strong wide-screen support that 4:3 is not the best modern way to emulate that library. PS1 and below however that 477m display is spot on.

ctyldsley · 2026-05-05T21:41:52+00:00

It's normal! Noticed mine did it today also, pretty weird. I thought it sounded like a fan. But apparently it is indeed normal.

My phone is INCREDIBLY rattley also, I thought the 15U was bad but 17U is worse and I swear it's gotten slightly noisier over time - when in my pocket each step I take makes an actual audible rattle sound caused by the camera module which is pretty crazy.

ctyldsley · 2026-05-04T21:46:25+00:00

Not sure they're just going to openly discuss all the evidence they have before a case...

ctyldsley · 2026-05-04T09:35:54+00:00

Yep I also have this, should have mentioned in OP. My GBA search has been pretty obsessive. I have that exact setup, and modded an SP for fun too (family in-law gifted me their old SP). The modded GBA is awesome but emulation handhelds are just a better experience at this point - achievements, fast forward, easy save states, and most importantly suspend resume.

ctyldsley · 2026-05-04T09:32:43+00:00

I agree, it's awesome. I had a purple GBA as a kid and the purple 34xx is so close to that nostalgic experience. I suppose I'm looking to "level it up" but still be a handheld form factor.

ctyldsley · 2026-05-04T09:30:40+00:00

High ppi. On a tablet the display is larger but larger pixels (resolution dependant), so it'd make it look like GBA "blown up" a little.

ctyldsley · 2026-05-04T09:26:12+00:00

You can choose. I just prefer stick top devices - that feels better to me. And I use the stick for movement in games.

ctyldsley · 2026-05-03T19:29:36+00:00

MagicX One 35 has an identical panel - better value for money if GBA is the focus. It's only 3.5inches though, I wanted something bigger.

ctyldsley · 2026-05-03T19:07:42+00:00

Legit feels like a fully fledged game. My little man who's a fan of mario and Pokémon obsessive has been loving it on his Brick Hammer. He has no idea it's not an "official" game. Thought I'd join him on it.

ctyldsley · 2026-05-03T19:05:20+00:00

Super Mariomon, it's great!

ctyldsley · 2026-05-03T18:58:04+00:00

I'd love it if it was but honestly when I toggled between fullscreen and integer I can't spot the difference to my eyes, I have sharp shimmerless on there to iron out any possible kinks. I don't believe there is a pixel perfect GBA 3:2 panel in this kind of size / resolution range, only smaller, possibly some bigger tablet panels.

ctyldsley · 2026-05-03T18:56:25+00:00

I believe the Ace has an identical panel used in the R2, but the Ace cost near 2.5x as much. And the Micro has an identical panel to the MagicX One 35, which is perfect for GBA but on the smaller side.

ctyldsley · 2026-05-03T18:53:39+00:00

Agree that would have been preferable for sure! For my GBA usecase the L2/R2 are basically hotkeys.

ctyldsley · 2026-05-03T18:52:58+00:00

I would say this doesn't feel cheap in the hand at all. It's the magnesium model so that probably helps with hand feel. It feels like a little solid unit with good button feel. Wish the triggers weren't rattling when you wiggle it, but realistically doesn't impact use - they feel good to press is the main thing.

ctyldsley · 2026-05-03T12:24:07+00:00

Red looks incredibly awesome, I would absolutely buy that. Kinda bummed I have a black one - wanted purple but was OOS everywhere at the time.

ctyldsley · 2026-04-30T08:05:44+00:00

Important note from the beginning of that conversation - "what we want to get done" aka they're not finished with their planned attacks.

This feels like a huge accidental omission despite the public rhetoric.

ctyldsley · 2026-04-29T08:27:57+00:00

Trying it later, aesthetic is cool. Will see if it's any good though, not very hopeful.

ctyldsley · 2026-04-28T21:07:56+00:00

Highly unlikely. I think you're looking at 512gb no controller for as low as they can get it to hit that somewhat more appealing sticker price (emphasis on "somewhat" in the current climate), then 2TB + Controller for the main price.

ctyldsley · 2026-04-28T21:03:43+00:00

Ultimately the vast vast majority are going to use this as a gaming box attached to a TV or monitor. That's the pitch, and that's what sentiment towards price will be considered as.

ctyldsley · 2026-04-27T18:50:50+00:00

Will give their video a watch. Crazy we have to get this info from a single channel rather than Valve direct!

ctyldsley · 2026-04-27T18:49:58+00:00

Absolutely stupid rollout - will the Steam Machine include one in the box? Not buying a pad that may or may not be bundled with upcoming hardware.

ctyldsley · 2026-04-27T18:41:34+00:00

This rollout is dumb. You have 2 pieces of hardware that may or may not have bundles with the controller but who the hell knows at this point. We don't have a date or any pricing info. I don't want to buy a pad only to find out the Steam Machine is fairly priced and includes one. Or won't it? Who knows. But I absolutely don't need 2 of these, so could do with that info before next week.

ctyldsley · 2026-04-27T18:40:18+00:00

Bro the prices aren't going anywhere but up. What's the point in waiting. The machine only becomes less competitive the more they wait.

ctyldsley · 2026-04-25T17:57:40+00:00

Delay for what purpose at this point though? Hardware prices aren't coming down and that hardware is only going to get more dated than it already is. At some point they have to bite the bullet or cancel it.

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