Price range: £114.90 through £124.90

Comfortable vertical handheld, expertly configured by K-TEC for a distraction-free, high-performance experience.

Expertly Configured by K-TEC

We have replaced the stock software with a dual-boot configuration featuring the gold-standard ArkOS (Linux) and GammaOS (Android). We have meticulously tuned the emulators, optimized the display settings, and refined the controls so you don’t have to.

The K-TEC Difference:

  • Ready to Play: Zero setup required. Unbox and start gaming.
  • Premium Storage: Supplied with 16GB system (ArkOS) and 64GB or 128GB games brand-name microSD cards.
  • Peace of Mind: Includes our Lifetime SD Card Guarantee against corruption or data loss.

Available Options:

  • Transparent Black
  • Transparent Purple
  • Retro Grey
  • 64GB / 128GB games brand-name microSD card

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Anbernic RG353V: The K-TEC Edition

This is not the raw device you get from a generic importer. It is a calibrated instrument of nostalgia.

The Anbernic RG353V is already a formidable piece of hardware, evoking the classic vertical form factor we all remember. But at K-TEC, we treat this hardware as a canvas. We have spent hours stripping away the bloated stock software and replacing it with a refined, performance-tuned dual-operating system. We do the invisible work—the tweaking, the testing, the overclocking—so that your only job is to play.


The K-TEC Configuration: What We Did

We don’t just sell boxes; we sell a curated experience. Here is how we have unlocked this device’s true potential:

1. The Soul: ArkOS & GammaOS

We have wiped the factory operating systems and installed a dual-boot setup. You get ArkOS for a pure, streamlined Linux gaming experience, and GammaOS (Android) for higher-end performance.

  • We: Replaced the clunky stock interfaces with the visual-first EmulationStation (Linux) and Daijishou (Android).
  • You get: A beautiful, visual library of your games with box art and descriptions, allowing you to switch between systems instantly.

2. The Tuning: Performance Optimization

Factory settings are often generic. We have manually configured the emulators for this specific RK3566 chipset.

  • We: Achieved a stable overclock of 1.9GHz on the Linux side and applied specific “under-clock” fixes to the SH4 CPU for Dreamcast emulation on Android. We also enabled the Rice Renderer for Nintendo 64.
  • You get: Significantly smoother gameplay on 3D systems and the elimination of audio stutter that plagues standard units.

3. The Vision: Screen Optimization

  • We: Configured intelligent screen cropping for classic home computers like the Commodore 64 and ZX Spectrum.
  • You get: A picture that fills the 3.5-inch display, removing the large, ugly borders found on stock configurations.

4. The Touch: Control Remapping

  • We: We simplified shortcuts for controlling the DS screens (L3/R3)
  • You get: A consistent experience where you never get stuck in a menu.

Hardware & Feel

A look at the physical machine.

Anbernic RG353V retro handheld games console in Transparent Purple - angle

The RG353V features a 3.5-inch IPS display that makes retro pixels pop with vibrancy. The build is classic and robust, perfect for pocket carry and one-handed RPG sessions.

  • Processor: Powered by the RK3566 Quad-Core, capable of handling systems up to the 64-bit era and Dreamcast with ease.
  • Battery: A 3200 mAh battery provides approximately 6 hours of gameplay.
  • Controls: Features Hall Effect joysticks which use magnets to detect movement, eliminating the risk of “stick drift” and ensuring precision input for years to come, plus rear shoulder buttons for precision input in modern retro titles.

Anbernic RG353V retro handheld games console in Transparent Purple - back


Supported Systems

Your K-TEC Edition RG353V comes pre-configured to support a vast library of gaming history, including:

  • Home Consoles: PlayStation 1, Nintendo 64, SEGA Dreamcast, SNES, SEGA Genesis/Mega Drive.
  • Handhelds: Game Boy Advance, Nintendo DS, Sony PSP.
  • Computers: Amiga, C64, ZX Spectrum.
  • And dozens of arcade and classic systems.

A Note for the Enthusiast: While this device is powerful, systems like the 3DO and Dreamcast push the hardware to its limit. Not every title on these platforms will run at full speed, but our optimizations ensure you get the absolute best performance the chip can handle. Dreamcast performance is better with ArkOS.


The “K-TEC Guarantee”

Why is this worth the investment?

Cheap handhelds often come with “no-name” SD cards that corrupt within weeks, taking your save files with them. We refuse to cut that corner.

Every RG353V from K-TEC Systems ships with a brand-name microSD cards. We are so confident in these components that we offer a Lifetime Guarantee on the storage cards. If it fails, we replace it.

Ready to play, right out of the box. No setup. No frustration. Just gaming.


Technical Specifications

Feature Specification
CPU RK3566 Quad-Core 64-bit Cortex-A55 (Up to 1.8GHz base, Overclocked to 1.9GHz on ArkOS)
RAM 2GB LPDDR4
Storage 32GB eMMC (Android) + 16GB TF (Linux System) + [Selected Size] Brand Name Card
Display 3.5-inch 640*480 IPS Multi-touch Screen
Connectivity 2.4/5G WiFi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2, HDMI Output
OS Dual Boot: ArkOS (Linux) & GammaOS (Android 11) – Pre-configured
Battery Li-polymer 3200 mAh (~6 hours)
Dimensions 12.6cm * 8.3cm * 2.1cm
Weight 0.18kg

We know we create the ultimate ready-to-play experience, but what do you think?

“I’m at the age where I just want things easy. And yes I could do it myself but I was pleasantly surprised that they have it all done so it’s just plug and play.”
— Akthar, Birmingham


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Color

Retro Grey, Transparent Black, Transparent Purple

Storage

64GB, 128GB

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