Another gaming handheld has hit the market. This is a very affordable device and comes with a Linux-based operating system, and the L35 can supposedly run and emulate games from various platforms.
Silvio Werner (translated by Enrico Frahn), Published 🇩🇪
The market for gaming handhelds is quite large and can be divided into two subcategories. There are handhelds that can run current video games more or less smoothly. An example would be the Asus ROG Ally X, which we have already reviewed. On the other hand, the L35 is a retro gaming handheld that is now available for under €30 on Aliexpress. It cannot play current game titles but is designed to emulate games for various retro platforms.
That said, emulating games requires an SoC with a certain amount of performance. The RK3326 with its four Cortex-A35 cores running at up to 1.5GHz should have some limitations in this regard. Comparatively old platforms like various Game Boy generations should not be an issue, but emulating Sony PSP games might already be problematic, depending on the specific title.
Either way, the budget-focused handheld comes with two joysticks, a D-pad, action buttons and a total of four shoulder buttons. The back of the handheld is textured, while the IPS display measures 3.5 inches. As usual, an SD card slot is included, and both ArkOS and EmuELEC operating systems are supported. A 1-watt speaker is built-in, and the battery has a capacity of 3,000mAh. Lastly, the L35 charges via USB-C and further comes with a USB OTG port and a conventional headphone jack.
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Editor of the original article: Silvio Werner – Senior Tech Writer – 14722 articles published on Notebookcheck since 2017
I have been active as a journalist for over 10 years, most of it in the field of technology. I worked for Tom’s Hardware and ComputerBase, among others, and have been working for Notebookcheck since 2017. My current focus is particularly on mini PCs and single-board computers such as the Raspberry Pi – so in other words, compact systems with a lot of potential. In addition, I have a soft spot for all kinds of wearables, especially smartwatches. My main profession is as a laboratory engineer, which is why neither scientific contexts nor the interpretation of complex measurements are foreign to me.
Translator: Enrico Frahn – Managing Editor Accessory Reviews, Tech Writer – 5032 articles published on Notebookcheck since 2021
My fascination for technology goes back a long way to the Pentium II era. Modding, overclocking and treasuring computer hardware has since become an integral part of my life. As a student, I further developed a keen interest in mobile technologies that can make the stressful college life so much easier. After I fell in love with the creation of digital content while working in a marketing position, I now scour the web to bring you the most exciting topics in the world of tech. Outside the office, I’m particularly passionate about motorsports and mountain biking.
Silvio Werner, 2025-08- 1 (Update: 2025-08- 1)
