Anbernic has disclosed the prices and pre-order window for the Anbernic RG DDS, its new dual-screen handheld inspired by the Nintendo 3DS. The information appeared in a listing on the official AliExpress store, confirming configurations, colors, and shipping schedule.
What happened?
The Anbernic RG DDS arrives in two versions: 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage for $299.99 ($284.99 in pre-order) and 12 GB + 256 GB for $364.99 ($349.99 in pre-order). Pre-orders start on October 16. Shipping is expected from December 10, 2026, with a goal of fulfilling orders by January 31, 2027.
The device uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon G2 Gen 2 chip (SG6275P, 4 nm) with Adreno A22 GPU, Android 16, active cooling with fan, 6,000 mAh battery, and up to 27 W charging. Screens are custom: upper ~4.7-inch (1200 × 720, 5:3) and lower 4-inch (960 × 720, 4:3), both at 300 PPI and 500 nits. This enables clean 3× integer scaling for 3DS games.
Other highlights include retractable stylus, dual analog controls, front speakers, and Wi-Fi 6 + Bluetooth 5.4. Anbernic has already shown high-resolution 3DS emulation demos, plus PS2, PS3, and original Xbox on the Anbernic RG DDS.
Why it matters
The retro handheld market remains hot, and the Anbernic RG DDS positions itself as Anbernic's flagship by prioritizing a dual-screen experience faithful to the 3DS. The price places it in the premium range for the segment, but the modern chip, high-density screens, and active cooling appeal to those seeking superior emulation and Android performance.
The AliExpress listing also confirms no pre-loaded ROMs, avoiding legal issues and leaving content responsibility to the user.
Sources
- VideoCardz — ANBERNIC's Nintendo 3DS-inspired RG DDS handheld starts at $299
- RetroDodo — ANBERNIC Reveals RG DDS Specifications, Price & Release Date
- Anbernic official — ANBERNIC RG DDS: Two Screens, One Experience
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