They are relatively hard to find for this unique screen, but I use these from Amazon and they are a perfect fit. The screen on the PowKiddy RGB30 is also mysteriously prone to smudging, so if you want to reduce the smudging you may want to invest in a screen protector. A number of Bluetooth controllers will also work with this device, but I have found that the 8bitDo SN30 Pro is a nicely-built controller with wide compatibility. When connected your PowKiddy RGB30 to an external display, you will need a mini HDMI adapter or a mini HDMI to HDMI cable. I personally recommend this one, which fits the device perfectly and has a handy mesh pouch for your charging cable, too. I’ve had mine for years and it’s been rock solid.Īs far as carrying cases go, I have found that 2.5″ HDD cases will often fit the RGB30 really well. A nice adapter like this one from Anker will give you the fastest transfer speeds possible, and won’t cause any corruption issues with your card. If you don’t have a nice microSD to USB adapter, you might want to think about getting one. SanDisk Industrial (more reliable but pricey) For the SD2 slot, I recommend a 128GB card or higher, which will allow you to load EVERY 8-bit and 16-bit game out there, all of the arcade games that work, and a large number of CD-based game files (Sega CD, PSX, Saturn, Dreamcast, and so on). In general, I would expect to pay about $8 for a 16GB card, $12 for a 128GB card, and $18 for a 256GB card. The prices fluctuate all the time, so keep an eye out for deals. In general, I recommend the cards listed below, in order of preference. I recommend a dual-card setup for ease of use, and you can use that second SD card in other devices with a similar setup. You can either use a single-card setup to host both your system files and the games on one card, or you can separate the two functions using a dual SD card setup. The “TF2” slot is for your game files, so you will want a larger card for that one. The “TF1” slot on your device holds the system firmware, so for that card 16GB is ideal. I recommend you store that original card somewhere safe in case you run into any issues in the future, and buy new SD cards from a reputable brand like SanDisk or Samsung to use in your device. Your safest bet is to replace your cards with microSD cards from a well-known brand, which will prevent the cards from getting corrupted over time. These cards are from a generic brand and are often prone to failure. The PowKiddy RGB30 will come with a single 16GB microSD card to host the operating system, and if you choose, you can buy a version with a second SD card (pre-installed with games) to accompany it. SanDisk (left) and Samsung (right) microSD cards It is always best to build your own ROM library ( more info below). But keep in mind that the ROMs that come with these games are often poorly organized, or with incorrect versions of the games (hacks or wrong region). This means the device will come with an additional microSD card that is pre-loaded with games - the larger the card, the more games it will contain. Note that when buying the PowKiddy RGB30, there may be an option to buy “additional storage” for the device at a small fee. Just bear in mind that these third-party sites will often charge a markup over the official prices above. There are also unofficial ways to purchase this device, like through third-party retailers such as KeepRetro, and you can even find listings on Amazon. They will often ship worldwide, and the site will also provide some discounts depending on their current promotions. There are other discounts available, like $5 off if you sign up for their newsletter (note that you can’t stack the discounts).ĪliExpress page: This is the official PowKiddy vendor page on AliExpress, which is a popular online marketplace in China.
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Official PowKiddy website: This is the official place to buy directly from the company. There are two official places to buy the PowKiddy RGB30: