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Retroid Pocket 6 Launches With Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and 120Hz AMOLED From $229

Pre-orders are live, with shipping scheduled for January 2026.

Overview

  • The handheld features a 5.5-inch 1080p 120Hz AMOLED display, active cooling, and a 6,000mAh battery for longer sessions.
  • Configurations start at 8GB RAM/128GB storage with an option for 12GB/256GB using LPDDR5x memory and UFS 3.1 storage.
  • Early-bird pricing is $209, with a standard starting price of $229 reported by multiple outlets.
  • Design updates include user-programmable M1/M2 keys below the screen, dedicated Home and Back buttons, a more rounded chassis, and the left stick remaining below the D-pad with expanded color choices.
  • Connectivity and controls include Wi‑Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, USB 3.1 Type‑C, microSD expansion, a 3.5mm jack, and Hall effect sticks with analog L2/R2 triggers, with full real-world performance to be confirmed in reviews.