The Best Retro Handhelds Under $100: Anbernic vs. Miyoo vs. Powkiddy (2026) | TAG

This guide compares the best retro handheld gaming devices available for under $100, focusing on brands like Anbernic, Miyoo, and Powkiddy. It highlights the Miyoo Mini Plus as the overall best for its pocketability and OnionOS software, the Anbernic RG35XX H for analog stick users, the TrimUI Smart Pro S for PSP emulation, and the Anbernic RG CubeXX for its unique square screen ideal for Game Boy games. The article also explains emulation basics, the importance of custom firmware, and the legalities surrounding ROMs.

• PLATFORM Nintendo Entertainment System
• COMPANY SEGA
• COMPANY Sony
• COMPANY Atari
• COMPANY Konami
• COMPANY Anbernic
• PLATFORM PlayStation 1
• PLATFORM PlayStation Portable
• PLATFORM Game Boy
• PLATFORM Nintendo Switch
• PLATFORM PlayStation 2
• GAME Final Fantasy VII
• PLATFORM Super Nintendo Entertainment System
• GAME Chrono Trigger