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AYANEO Pocket S (APS) Review: Snapdragon G3x Gen 2 Handheld

AYANEO Pocket S (APS) Review: Snapdragon G3x Gen 2 Handheld

Overview

The AYANEO Pocket S (codenamed APS) is a high-end Android handheld gaming console released in April 2024. It is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon G3x Gen 2 processor, featuring a Kryo Prime Ultra CPU clocked at 3.36 GHz and an Adreno A32 GPU at 1.0 GHz. The device comes with 12GB or 16GB LPDDR5X RAM and storage options of 128GB UFS 3.1, 512GB UFS 4.0, or 1TB UFS 4.0, expandable via MicroSD.

Key Specs Highlights

  • Display: 6.0-inch IPS touchscreen, 16:9 aspect ratio, 2560x1440 or 1920x1080 resolution, 60Hz refresh rate, 400 nits brightness, 100% sRGB
  • Performance: Snapdragon G3x Gen 2 (8 cores, 8 threads), Adreno A32 GPU
  • Memory & Storage: 12/16GB LPDDR5X RAM, 128GB/512GB/1TB UFS 3.1/4.0, MicroSD slot
  • Battery: 6000 mAh
  • Connectivity: WiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, USB-C video/audio output
  • Features: Hall effect joysticks and triggers, gyroscope, fingerprint reader, dual stereo speakers, vibration, active cooling (fan and heatsink)
  • Dimensions: 213.9 x 85 x 14 mm, weight 350g, metal body
  • Colors: White, Black, Sakura Pink

Who It Is For

The AYANEO Pocket S is designed for enthusiasts who want a powerful Android handheld for emulation and native Android gaming. It handles GameCube, Wii, 3DS, PS2, and Wii U without issues, and can smoothly emulate most Nintendo Switch games. It is also suitable for streaming and modern Android titles.

Buying Notes

Prices range from ¥2799 to ¥4799 depending on configuration. The early bird price started at ¥2999 for the Pioneer Edition, with the 1080p version starting at ¥2799. No official global pricing or release date has been announced. The device offers two display options: 1080p and 1440p, both at 60Hz. Consider your need for higher resolution versus battery life.

Specifications
CPUQualcomm Kryo Prime Ultra
GPUQualcomm Adreno A32
NameAYANEO Pocket S
AliasAPS
BrandAYANEO
Memory12 GB / 16 GB LPDDR5X
Weight350 g
Battery6000 mAh
CoolingHeatsink, fan exhaust
StorageInternal 128 GB UFS 3.1 / 512 GB / 1 TB UFS 4.0, External MicroSD
SpeakersDual stereo
Grip TypeHorizontal
ProcessorQualcomm Snapdragon G3x Gen 2
VibrationYes
Dimensions213.9 mm x 85 mm x 14 mm
Screen PPI489.53 / 367.15
Body ColorsWhite, Black, Sakura Pink
Price Range2799 - 4799
Screen Size6.0 inches
Screen TypeIPS touchscreen
Audio OutputUSB-C audio output
ConnectivityWiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.3
Launch PricePioneer Edition pre-order price from ¥2999, 1080P version pre-order price from ¥2799
Release Date2024 / 04
Screen Ratio16:9
Video OutputUSB-C video output
CPU Frequency3.36 GHz
Other SensorsFingerprint reader, Hall effect joysticks and triggers, gyroscope
Shell MaterialMetal
Operating SystemAndroid
Screen Resolution2560 x 1440 / 1920 x 1080
GPU Core Frequency1.0 GHz
Screen Color Gamut100% sRGB
Screen Refresh Rate60Hz
CPU Cores and Threads8 cores 8 threads
Emulator Game SupportGameCube, Wii, 3DS, PS2, Wii U without pressure, most Switch games can be smoothly emulated
Screen Max Brightness400 nits

Full specs and updates on our site: https://www.oldman.dpdns.org/en/handheld/ayaneo-pocket-s

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