Hyperkin RetroN 1 HD
Score: 68/100
FCHOZY Game Stick Pro
Score: 80/100Rankings
A compact HDMI stick loaded with over 20,000 games, 23 emulators, 4K upscaling, and dual wireless controllers, offering a plug-and-play experience with expandable storage via an included TF card.
The Hyperkin RetroN 1 HD is a dedicated NES console that plays original cartridges with native 720p HDMI output and a switchable aspect ratio. It offers plug-and-play simplicity but lacks built-in games and modern conveniences like save states.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 64 GBbest | |
720 px | 2,160 pxbest | |
1 count | 2 countbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.052 kgbest | 0.5 kg |
0 count | 20,000 countbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 19.558 cm | 17.9 cmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 5.08 cmbest | 7.3 cm |
| ↓ lower better | 32.568 cm | 23.8 cmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Controllers(2) | ||
Controller Type | wired | Wireless 2.4GHz |
Included Controllers (count) | 1 count | 2 count |
Software(1) | ||
Pre‑installed Games Count (count) | 0 count | 20000 count |
Display(1) | ||
Resolution (Vertical Pixels) (px) | 720 px | 2160 px |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Console Weight (kg) | 0.0522 kg | 0.5 kg |
Width (cm) | 19.558 cm | 17.9 cm |
Height (cm) | 5.08 cm | 7.3 cm |
Depth (cm) | 32.568 cm | 23.8 cm |
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Professional reviewers at Micro Center and Newegg note that the RetroN 1 HD fulfills its promise of delivering authentic NES gameplay in HD with minimal hassle. They commend its video quality, region flexibility, and straightforward plug-and-play design, while pointing out a slight loss of sprite fidelity in a few titles.
Everyday users love the sharp 720p picture and the long Cadet controller cable, appreciating the ability to play their original NES cartridges on modern TVs. The most common complaints revolve around a fragile Micro USB power port, the absence of a second controller, and the lack of modern features like save states.
“NES gaming like never before.”
“The console is reliable and cool-running.”
“a steaming pile”
Professional reviewers note that while the FCHOZY stick excels in quantity and modern conveniences like 4K upscaling and wireless controllers, it falls short on legality and quality. The unlicensed ROM library and variable firmware performance make it a risky choice for purists.
Everyday users love the instant nostalgia and ease of use, especially the plug-and-play setup and 4K visuals. However, they repeatedly complain about unauthentic games, performance hiccups, controller lag, and the need to supply their own AA batteries.
