AYANEO Pocket S (APS) Review: Snapdragon G3x Gen 2 Handheld
AYANEO · 2024-04-01
The AYANEO Pocket S is a premium Android handheld gaming device powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon G3x Gen 2 platform. It features up to 16GB LPDDR5X RAM, up to 1TB UFS 4.0 storage, a 6-inch IPS touchscreen with 1440p or 1080p options, and a 6000mAh battery. Designed for emulation and native Android gaming, it offers excellent performance for PS2, GameCube, Wii, and many Switch titles.
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.
| CPU | Qualcomm Kryo Prime Ultra |
|---|---|
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno A32 |
| Name | AYANEO Pocket S |
| Alias | APS |
| Brand | AYANEO |
| Memory | 12 GB / 16 GB LPDDR5X |
| Weight | 350 g |
| Battery | 6000 mAh |
| Cooling | Heatsink, fan exhaust |
| Storage | Internal 128 GB UFS 3.1 / 512 GB / 1 TB UFS 4.0, External MicroSD |
| Speakers | Dual stereo |
| Grip Type | Horizontal |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon G3x Gen 2 |
| Vibration | Yes |
| Dimensions | 213.9 mm x 85 mm x 14 mm |
| Screen PPI | 489.53 / 367.15 |
| Body Colors | White, Black, Sakura Pink |
| Price Range | 2799 - 4799 |
| Screen Size | 6.0 inches |
| Screen Type | IPS touchscreen |
| Audio Output | USB-C audio output |
| Connectivity | WiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Launch Price | Pioneer Edition pre-order price from ¥2999, 1080P version pre-order price from ¥2799 |
| Release Date | 2024 / 04 |
| Screen Ratio | 16:9 |
| Video Output | USB-C video output |
| CPU Frequency | 3.36 GHz |
| Other Sensors | Fingerprint reader, Hall effect joysticks and triggers, gyroscope |
| Shell Material | Metal |
| Operating System | Android |
| Screen Resolution | 2560 x 1440 / 1920 x 1080 |
| GPU Core Frequency | 1.0 GHz |
| Screen Color Gamut | 100% sRGB |
| Screen Refresh Rate | 60Hz |
| CPU Cores and Threads | 8 cores 8 threads |
| Emulator Game Support | GameCube, Wii, 3DS, PS2, Wii U without pressure, most Switch games can be smoothly emulated |
| Screen Max Brightness | 400 nits |