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ANBERNIC RG28XX

RG28XX is a 2.83-inch 640×480 H700 Linux 64-bit pocket handheld: Mali-G31 MP2, 1GB RAM, 3100mAh / 8 hours, 125g console.

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In short

RG28XX is a 2.83-inch 640×480 H700 Linux 64-bit pocket handheld: Mali-G31 MP2, 1GB RAM, 3100mAh / 8 hours, 125g console. Buy it for that official table. Skip it if you want 280V’s OpenDingux / 2100mAh sheet or a printed Wi-Fi row.

Who it is for

  • Players who want the official H700 / 2.83-inch 640×480 / 125g / 3100mAh sheet.
  • Shoppers comparing Linux 64-bit against 280V’s OpenDingux and 300X’s 3.0-inch 4770 sheet.
  • People who will accept unpublished nits, TDP, Hz, and RAM type.

Who should skip it

  • Anyone who wants Android, Windows, SteamOS, or a printed Wi-Fi row.
  • Buyers of RG280V (`/handhelds/anbernic-rg280v/`) — OpenDingux, 2.8-inch 320×480, 2100mAh.
  • Buyers of RG Nano (`/handhelds/anbernic-rg-nano/`) — 1.54-inch, 64MB DDR2, 75g.
  • People who need a published nits or TDP number.

Key differentiators

  • 2.83-inch IPS OCA 640×480; H700 Cortex-A53 1.5GHz; Mali-G31 MP2; 1GB RAM.
  • Linux 64-bit (China warehouse update note); 32GB TF; dual TF max 512GB.
  • 3100mAh / 8 hours (OEM); 5V/2A charging.
  • Console 12.5 × 5.65 × 1.65 cm / 0.125 kg.

Caveats

  • 2.4G wireless is a controller row on this table — do not invent Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.
  • RAM type (LPDDR / DDR) is not printed — quote 1GB only.
  • Overseas-warehouse OS note: still Linux, not yet the 64-bit update.
  • Nits, TDP, and panel Hz stay Not published.
  • $36.99 is a live cart.
  • GadgetShowdown has not lab-tested RG28XX.

Handheld-category specs

Same rows on every handheld page (Steam Deck, ROG Ally, Legion Go, Switch).

ANBERNIC RG28XX — key specs
AttributeValueSource / note
SoC / APUH700; quad-core ARM Cortex-A53; 1.5GHz frequencyANBERNIC official store — RG28XX
GPUDual-core Mali-G31 MP2ANBERNIC official store — RG28XX
TDP / APU power (OEM)Not publishedANBERNIC official store — RG28XX
RAM1GB. DRAM type (LPDDR / DDR generation) is not printed.ANBERNIC official store — RG28XX
Storage32GB TF/MicroSDANBERNIC official store — RG28XX
Expandable storageDual card slots; TF expansion max 512GBANBERNIC official store — RG28XX
Display size2.83-inchANBERNIC official store — RG28XX
Display typeIPS; full viewing angle; OCA full laminationANBERNIC official store — RG28XX
Display resolution640 × 480ANBERNIC official store — RG28XX
Refresh rateNot publishedANBERNIC official store — RG28XX
Peak brightness (OEM)Not publishedANBERNIC official store — RG28XX
HDR / color (OEM)Not publishedANBERNIC official store — RG28XX
ControlsFace-button / stick inventory is not enumerated. Vibration motor is listed. 2.4G wireless and wired controller named.ANBERNIC official store — RG28XX
TrackpadsNoneANBERNIC official store — RG28XX
Gyro / motionNot publishedANBERNIC official store — RG28XX
HapticsVibration motorANBERNIC official store — RG28XX
Rear / grip buttonsNot publishedANBERNIC official store — RG28XX
Battery capacityLi-polymer 3100 mAhANBERNIC official store — RG28XX
Battery life (OEM)8 hours (ANBERNIC’s published line). Do not rewrite it as a Valve 3–12 hour curve.ANBERNIC official store — RG28XX
Charging (OEM)5V/2A charging. USB charging cable listed.ANBERNIC official store — RG28XX
Operating systemLinux 64-bit on China-warehouse units. Official note: overseas-warehouse units have not been updated and are still Linux.ANBERNIC official store — RG28XX
Store / ecosystem30+ emulators; video / music / file manager / e-book named. Not SteamOS, Windows, or Android.ANBERNIC official store — RG28XX
Weight0.125 kg — console specification row. Box 0.233 kg is the carton. Carton 11 kg / 40 pcs is a master carton.ANBERNIC official store — RG28XX
Dimensions12.5 × 5.65 × 1.65 cm — console specification row. Box 17.2 × 8.1 × 3 cm is the carton.ANBERNIC official store — RG28XX
Chassis / formVertical pocket handheldANBERNIC official store — RG28XX
FinishesGray; Beige White; Black Transparent; Lava Orange. Cart TYPE on access day: Gray 32G.ANBERNIC official store — RG28XX
CoolingNot publishedANBERNIC official store — RG28XX
PortsHD output TV named; USB charging cable. A connector name (HDMI / USB-C) is not printed on the specification table.ANBERNIC official store — RG28XX
Wireless (Wi-Fi / Bluetooth)Not publishedANBERNIC official store — RG28XX
Speakers / audioHigh-fidelity speakerANBERNIC official store — RG28XX
Dock / TV outputNot publishedANBERNIC official store — RG28XX
US MSRP (launch)$36.99 official store Gray 32G (compared-at $47.99), accessed 2026-09-19ANBERNIC official store — RG28XXLive cart. Re-check anbernic.com.
Price bandBudget Linux pocket (~$37 official store)ANBERNIC official store — RG28XX
AnnouncedNo newsroom day on the store page we accessed (2026-09-19)ANBERNIC official store — RG28XX
AvailabilityOfficial anbernic.com listing live (accessed 2026-09-19)ANBERNIC official store — RG28XX

ANBERNIC RG28XX extras

Unique to this line or SKU. Other handhelds keep the first table aligned and swap this extras list.

ANBERNIC RG28XX extras
AttributeValueSource / note
Linux 64-bit warehouse noteOfficial note: China-warehouse RG28XX updated to Linux 64-bit; overseas-warehouse units still Linux.ANBERNIC official store — RG28XX
Not Wi-FiNot publishedANBERNIC official store — RG28XX
Not RG280V280V is `/handhelds/anbernic-rg280v/` — OpenDingux, 2.8-inch 320×480, 2100mAh, unpublished grams.ANBERNIC official store — RG28XX
Not RG NanoNano is `/handhelds/anbernic-rg-nano/` — 1.54-inch, 64MB DDR2, 75g.ANBERNIC official store — RG28XX

Overview

ANBERNIC RG28XX is a 2.83-inch 640×480 H700 Linux 64-bit pocket handheld.

How this page compares on a desk (not a vs-page)

Desk fact (OEM)RG28XXRG280VRG Nano
Panel2.83” 640×4802.8” 320×4801.54-inch class
SoCH700 A53 1.5GHz4770 dual 1.0GHzSee Nano hub
Battery3100mAh / 8h OEM2100mAh / 7h OEMSee Nano hub
Weight0.125 kg consoleUnpublished75 g

Price, SKUs, and what not to invent

$36.99 official store. Do not invent Wi-Fi, nits, TDP, or RAM type.

Sources

Frequently asked questions

Does it have Wi-Fi?

The table prints 2.4G wireless and wired controller. That is a controller row. A Wi-Fi generation is not printed.

How heavy is it?

0.125 kg on the console specification row. 0.233 kg is the box.

What is the price?

$36.99 Gray 32G on access day (compared-at $47.99).

Official product page: ANBERNIC RG28XX. Tech specs: ANBERNIC RG28XX specs.