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Before you buy a retro handheld

Shipping. Many handhelds ship from China; ANBERNIC's store also lists US, EU, AU and UK warehouses for some models.
Pre-orders. AYN sells the Thor in batches with stated shipping months.
Memory cards. Buyers often recommend replacing the bundled card with a branded one.
Warranty. AYN states a one-year warranty on the Thor. Check the terms for any device.
Games. Play games you own legally, such as copies of your own cartridges or official re-releases. We don't link to game downloads.

Sources

ANBERNIC: RG35XX Plus
AYN: Thor

Sources checked 15 October 2026.