Best Handheld Gaming Devices Updated May 2025
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Best Handheld Gaming Devices
2025 Buyer's GuideUpdated May 2025
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Best Handheld Gaming Device

9.8

1

9.8

Handheld Game for Kids -Preloaded 220 Retro Video Games, Portable Gaming Player with Rechargeable Battery 3.0" LCD Screen, Mini...
Fun for kids
Screen quality
Portable
Screen size
Game variety
Value for money
11% Coupon
Picked by 203 people this week!
11% Coupon
Picked by 203 people this week!
Picked by 203 people this week!
Best Handheld Gaming Device

9.8

1
Handheld Game for Kids -Preloaded 220 Retro Video Games, Portable Gaming Player with Rechargeable Battery 3.0" LCD Screen, Mini...
Fun for kids
Screen quality
Portable
Screen size
Game variety
Value for money
Picked by 203 people this week!
11% Coupon

9.7

2

9.7

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
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9.7

2
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
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9.6

3

9.6

GameSir G8 Plus Bluetooth Mobile Game Controller for Switch & iOS & Android & Tablets, Wireless Gamepad with Hall Effect Joysti...
Functionality
Build quality
Comfort
Lag

9.6

3
GameSir G8 Plus Bluetooth Mobile Game Controller for Switch & iOS & Android & Tablets, Wireless Gamepad with Hall Effect Joysti...
Functionality
Build quality
Comfort
Lag

9.4

4

9.4

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

9.4

4
R36 Max Retro Handheld Game Console, Video Game Console with 64G Built-in 18000+ Games, 4000mAh Rechargeable, Support 30+ Simul...
Functionality
Screen quality
Buttons feel comfortable
Game quality
Game selection
Battery life
Save 37%

9.3

5

9.3

G350 Retro Handheld Game Console , 3.5 Inch IPS Screen Linux System Built-in 64G TF Card 4371 Games Preloaded Game Console 3200...
Screen quality
Game selection
Responsiveness
Feel
Portableness
Fun to play
Save 9%
Save 9%

9.3

5
G350 Retro Handheld Game Console , 3.5 Inch IPS Screen Linux System Built-in 64G TF Card 4371 Games Preloaded Game Console 3200...
Screen quality
Game selection
Responsiveness
Feel
Portableness
Fun to play
Save 9%

9.1

6

9.1

Mini Plus Retro Gaming Console with Portable Case, Handheld Game Console with 3000mAh Battery 3.5'' IPS Screen, Compatible with...
Game selection
Build quality
Functionality
Size
Screen brightness
Value for money

9.1

6
Mini Plus Retro Gaming Console with Portable Case, Handheld Game Console with 3000mAh Battery 3.5'' IPS Screen, Compatible with...
Game selection
Build quality
Functionality
Size
Screen brightness
Value for money
Premium Pick
Popular

9.0

7

9.0

Logitech G Cloud Handheld Portable Gaming Console with Long-Battery Life, 1080P 7-Inch Touchscreen, Lightweight Design, Xbox Cl...
Functionality
Gaming options
Comfort
Cloud gaming
Screen quality
Battery life
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Premium Pick
Popular

9.0

7
Logitech G Cloud Handheld Portable Gaming Console with Long-Battery Life, 1080P 7-Inch Touchscreen, Lightweight Design, Xbox Cl...
Functionality
Gaming options
Comfort
Cloud gaming
Screen quality
Battery life
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Best Value

8.9

8

8.9

KAVOYI 32 Bit Handheld Games for Kids Built-in 139 Video Games,3.0" IPS Screen Rechargeable Portable Arcade Gaming Player,Elect...
Age range
Value for money
Ease of use
Game quality
Size
Sturdiness
Best Value

8.9

8
KAVOYI 32 Bit Handheld Games for Kids Built-in 139 Video Games,3.0" IPS Screen Rechargeable Portable Arcade Gaming Player,Elect...
Age range
Value for money
Ease of use
Game quality
Size
Sturdiness

8.7

9

8.7

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%

8.7

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

My Arcade Atari Pocket Player Pro: Handheld Portable Video Game Console with 100 Games, 2.75" Color Display, Ergonomic Design
Fun to play
Handheld game quality
Control buttons
Build quality
Save 33%
Save 33%

8.6

10
My Arcade Atari Pocket Player Pro: Handheld Portable Video Game Console with 100 Games, 2.75" Color Display, Ergonomic Design
Fun to play
Handheld game quality
Control buttons
Build quality
Save 33%

Our Top Choice

Best Handheld Gaming Device

9.8

1

9.8

Handheld Game for Kids -Preloaded 220 Retro Video Games, Portable Gaming Player with Rechargeable Battery 3.0" LCD Screen, Mini...
Fun for kids
Screen quality
Portable
Screen size
Game variety
Value for money
11% Coupon
Picked by 203 people this week!
11% Coupon
Picked by 203 people this week!
Picked by 203 people this week!
Best Handheld Gaming Device

9.8

1
Handheld Game for Kids -Preloaded 220 Retro Video Games, Portable Gaming Player with Rechargeable Battery 3.0" LCD Screen, Mini...
Fun for kids
Screen quality
Portable
Screen size
Game variety
Value for money
Picked by 203 people this week!
11% Coupon
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