Best 1980 Game Consoles Updated May 2025
Advertiser disclosure About our rankings

Join the millions that have trusted BuyersGuide.org to help them make smarter buying decisions. Let our independent expert reviews and data-driven shopping recommendations help you find the one that's right for you.

Best 1980 Game Consoles
2025 Buyer's GuideUpdated May 2025
Advertiser disclosure About our rankings
Sort by:
Best 1980 Game Console

9.8

1

9.8

R36 Max Retro Handheld Game Console, Video Game Console with 64G Built-in 18000+ Games, 4000mAh Rechargeable, Support 30+ Simul...
Game selection
Functionality
Screen quality
Buttons comfort
Game support
Portable
Save 37%
Save 37%
Best 1980 Game Console

9.8

1
R36 Max Retro Handheld Game Console, Video Game Console with 64G Built-in 18000+ Games, 4000mAh Rechargeable, Support 30+ Simul...
Game selection
Functionality
Screen quality
Buttons comfort
Game support
Portable
Save 37%

9.7

2

9.7

Retro Gaming Console with 40,000+ Classic Games, 23 Emulators, Dual 2.4GHz Wireless Controllers, 4K HD Output, Save & Load Func...
Game selection
Ease of setup
Gaming experience
Functionality

9.7

2
Retro Gaming Console with 40,000+ Classic Games, 23 Emulators, Dual 2.4GHz Wireless Controllers, 4K HD Output, Save & Load Func...
Game selection
Ease of setup
Gaming experience
Functionality
Premium Pick

9.5

3

9.5

R36MAX Game Console,4.0 Inch IPS Screen Linux System with 64GB TF Card,Retro Gaming Console Built in 18000+ Games,Retro Game Co...
Game variety
Screen quality
Portable
Build quality
Carry case
Game play
Read Full Review
Premium Pick

9.5

3
R36MAX Game Console,4.0 Inch IPS Screen Linux System with 64GB TF Card,Retro Gaming Console Built in 18000+ Games,Retro Game Co...
Game variety
Screen quality
Portable
Build quality
Carry case
Game play
Read Full Review

9.4

4

9.4

Retro Gaming Console, 20,000+ Retro Game Stick, 23 Emulators, 4K HD HDMI TV Game Stick, Includes 2 Wireless 2.4GHz Controllers,...
Game selection
Wireless connectivity
Ease of setup
Value for money
Memories retention
Quality
5% Coupon
5% Coupon

9.4

4
Retro Gaming Console, 20,000+ Retro Game Stick, 23 Emulators, 4K HD HDMI TV Game Stick, Includes 2 Wireless 2.4GHz Controllers,...
Game selection
Wireless connectivity
Ease of setup
Value for money
Memories retention
Quality
5% Coupon

9.3

5

9.3

Retro Game Stick, Classic Video Games, Over 20000+ Games and 23 Emulators, Upgraded Dual 2.4G Wireless Controllers, Plug & Play...
Save 20% + 10% Coupon
Save 20% + 10% Coupon

9.3

5
Retro Game Stick, Classic Video Games, Over 20000+ Games and 23 Emulators, Upgraded Dual 2.4G Wireless Controllers, Plug & Play...
Save 20% + 10% Coupon

9.2

6

9.2

Retro Gaming Console, 20,000+ Retro Game Stick, 23 Emulators, 4K HD HDMI TV Game Stick, Includes 2 Wireless 2.4GHz Controllers,...
Game variety
Ease of setup
Value for money
5% Coupon
5% Coupon

9.2

6
Retro Gaming Console, 20,000+ Retro Game Stick, 23 Emulators, 4K HD HDMI TV Game Stick, Includes 2 Wireless 2.4GHz Controllers,...
Game variety
Ease of setup
Value for money
5% Coupon
Best Value
Popular

9.0

7

9.0

My Arcade Pac-Man Joystick Player:Officially Licensed Retro Gaming Console, 2 Game Modes Classic Arcade Machine, Portable Game ...
Fun to play
Build quality
Graphics quality
Best Value
Popular

9.0

7
My Arcade Pac-Man Joystick Player:Officially Licensed Retro Gaming Console, 2 Game Modes Classic Arcade Machine, Portable Game ...
Fun to play
Build quality
Graphics quality

8.9

8

8.9

2025 New Retro Game Console, Retro Game Stick Pro, 31999+ Classic Video Games with 4K HDMI, 23 Emulator Console, Plug and Play ...
Ease of setup
Entertainment value
Game storage
Gaming capability
Wireless connectivity
Lag
Save 9%
Save 9%

8.9

8
2025 New Retro Game Console, Retro Game Stick Pro, 31999+ Classic Video Games with 4K HDMI, 23 Emulator Console, Plug and Play ...
Ease of setup
Entertainment value
Game storage
Gaming capability
Wireless connectivity
Lag
Save 9%

8.8

9

8.8

G350 Retro Handheld Game Console , G350 Retro Gaming Console 3.5'' IPS Screen Linux System Built-in 64G TF Card 20+Emulators Pr...
Build quality
Functionality
Game playability
Fun
Value for money
Battery life
Save 14%
Save 14%

8.8

9
G350 Retro Handheld Game Console , G350 Retro Gaming Console 3.5'' IPS Screen Linux System Built-in 64G TF Card 20+Emulators Pr...
Build quality
Functionality
Game playability
Fun
Value for money
Battery life
Save 14%

8.6

10

8.6

Retro Game Console with 620 Classic Edition Games, Classic Mini Handheld Video Game Console with Dual Controllers,AV Output,Plu...

8.6

10
Retro Game Console with 620 Classic Edition Games, Classic Mini Handheld Video Game Console with Dual Controllers,AV Output,Plu...

Our Top Choice

Best 1980 Game Console

9.8

1

9.8

R36 Max Retro Handheld Game Console, Video Game Console with 64G Built-in 18000+ Games, 4000mAh Rechargeable, Support 30+ Simul...
Game selection
Functionality
Screen quality
Buttons comfort
Game support
Portable
Save 37%
Save 37%
Best 1980 Game Console

9.8

1
R36 Max Retro Handheld Game Console, Video Game Console with 64G Built-in 18000+ Games, 4000mAh Rechargeable, Support 30+ Simul...
Game selection
Functionality
Screen quality
Buttons comfort
Game support
Portable
Save 37%
Related Categories
Console for GamesRare Game ConsoleGame Stick Console80's Game ConsoleOnline Game ConsoleRetro Game Station
How We Rank
Expert Analysis
Our team of experts highlights useful information so you can easily compare products to find the one that's right for you.

Award-Winning Tech
Our technology analyzes thousands of purchase trends to bring you the top product recommendations.

Why Trust Our Reviews?
1,000,000+ shoppers use Buyer's Guide every week to find the best products and services online.

Learn more about our rankings.

Reliable, Safe & Secure
Helping millions of users make smarter purchases online.
Related Categories
Console for GamesRare Game ConsoleGame Stick Console80's Game ConsoleOnline Game ConsoleRetro Game Station
Related Categories
Console for GamesRare Game ConsoleGame Stick Console80's Game ConsoleOnline Game ConsoleRetro Game Station