We already have available the latest retro console of the ZPG brand, the GKD Bubble, a portable 4:3 screen format with a retro design that strongly reminds us of the Sega Game Gear.
This is another horizontal retro console that is based on the Rockchip RK3566 processor, very present in many Chinese consoles. This SoC allows us to move many ROMS of classic consoles such as PSP, N64, PS1 and Dreamcast as well as other 8 and 16 bits consoles. We find in its body two slots for micro SD cards, one to boot its Linux based emulation system loaded with emulators and another slot to use as game storage.
Finally, the GKD Bubble includes HDMI video output in case we want to connect it to a TV. Another portable emulator that is trying its luck in an increasingly saturated market.
GKD Bubble Specifications
This new retro console is powered by a Rockchip RK3566 SoC manufactured in 22 nm. This processor is a Quad Core with low-power 64-bit ARM Cortex-A55 cores reaching up to 1.8 Ghz, with a Mali-G52 MP2 GPU and an NPU for iA with a power of 0.8 TOPS.
The console includes 1 GB of RAM and for storage and booting the LINUX system we have two micro SD card readers. It also includes Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity.
Display and other features
The screen of the GKD Bubble is a 3. 5-inch IPS display, with4:3 aspect ratio and 640×480 pixels resolution. An adequate resolution to enjoy many 3D games optimally, but not so much for games in 4:3 format.
As for controls we have a configuration with two analogue joysticks, crosshead, four buttons, four triggers, start, select, reset and function key. The connectors we find are a USB Type-C OTG, micro HDMI video output, 3.5 mm audio jack, a USB Type-C for power. This console also features dual-motor vibration in compatible titles, two speakers and an internal 4000 mAh battery that provides up to 4 hours of battery life with a charging time of 2 hours.
Price and where to buy
- The new GKD Bubble can now be purchased on AliExpress from a price starting at $70 with shipping included.
