The AYANEO Pocket ACE has a lot going for it: powerful CPU, unique 4.5″ (3:2) display, and d-pad-centric controls. Let’s do a deep dive to see if it’s a good match for retro game emulation and beyond.
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Timestamps:
00:00 introduction
01:18 specs and price
04:28 impressions
06:05 the controls
11:02 I/O and audio
16:38 size and ergonomics
22:06 the display
24:34 software experience
27:00 benchmarks
27:57 emulation testing
33:29 Android games and streaming
34:50 battery life
36:39 summary (likes and dislikes)
40:33 conclusion
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Originally posted by UCoZQiN0o7f36H7PaW4fVhFw on 2025-08-19 14:00:12
