Retroid Pocket Flip 2 and Classic Pre-Orders Launch

The Retroid Pocket Flip 2 and Classic pre-orders have finally gone live. The two systems offer different play styles over the previous Retroid Pocket 5 and Retroid Pocket Mini.

The Flip 2 launch originally started when Retroid had announced a sequel to the Flip, alongside a mystery silhouette of a handheld. That device was later revealed to be the Retroid Pocket Classic.

Snapdragon G1 Gen 2 is the SoC in the Retroid Pocket Classic

Earlier today, Qualcomm unveiled its new gaming platform and announced that Retroid will be one of the first companies to utilize the new chips with their devices. The Retroid Pocket Classic will feature the Snapdragon G1 Gen 2. Reports show that the G2 CPU is 80% more performant than the first-generation G1.

Initially, Retroid claimed that the processor found in the Classic would be comparable to the Snapdragon 4 Gen 2, but slightly overclocked. The reported capabilities of the G1 Gen 2 however show that it may be one of the most capable budget chipsets for dedicated handhelds. The additional GPU and sustained performance overall would benefit emulation for consoles past the N64, where the Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 would struggle.

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Screens, Screens, Screens

The Flip 2 uses the same internals as the Retroid Pocket 5. The only difference in the device, as far as we can tell, is the clamshell form and the control scheme placing both analog sticks on top. Outside of that, Retroid is also offering a version of the Flip 2 with a Dimensity 1100 (the same processor as the RP4 Pro) for $30 less.

The Retroid Pocket Classic screen will feature a 10⅓:9 aspect ratio, giving gamers nearly the exact same aspect ratio as the Game Boy and Game Boy Color. The available colors of the Classic also draw heavily from the colors once available for the Game Boy Color except for the Retro and Classic 6. Even then, Retro is based on the original DMG Game Boy whereas the Classic 6, with its six-button layout, is styled after the Sega Saturn’s control pad.

The Retroid Pocket Flip 2 will have the same specs and screen as found in the Retroid Pocket 5, but changes the analog stick layout and adds the obvious clamshell form factor.

The Retroid Pocket Classic and Retroid Pocket Mini will have the same screen, but until the screen replacements arrive to customers, the RP Mini presents its screen as 4:3.

Pre-Orders and What to Expect

Pre-orders for the new Flip 2 and Classic go live at 9:30 PM EDT / 6:30 PM PDT.  Use any of the codes below to save a bit of money when checking out.

• Retroid Pocket Flip 2
  • Dimensity 1100
    • Pre-order $189 w/ code FLIP2SAVE10 
    • Retail: $199
  • Snapdragon 865
    • Pre-order: $219 w/ code FLIP2SAVE10 
    • Retail: $229
• Retroid Pocket Classic
  • 4GB/64GB
    • Pre-order: $114 w/ code CLASSICSAVE5
    • Retail: $119
  • 6GB/128GB
    • Pre-order: $124 w/ code CLASSICSAVE5
    • Retail: $129

Retroid is also offering a bundle with both the 6GB/128GB Classic and Snapdragon 865 Flip 2. Gamers can save $30 when buying both devices together as opposed to individually.

If you’ve purchased a Retroid Pocket Mini directly from Retroid, use code MINISAVE10 at checkout, to save an additional $10.  However, if purchasing the Classic + Flip 2 bundle, you’ll need to reach out to Retroid’s customer support at sales@goretroid.com where they will issue a manual $10 refund.

Retroid has been dealing with an uproarious amount of controversy recently. However, these next two devices can be an opportunity for the company to return to gamer’s good graces. As more news becomes available on the two different major events happening in the Retroid world, Retro Handhelds will be there to report it directly to you.

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