Sony PlayStation Classic
Score: 61/100
Hyperkin RetroN 1 HD
Score: 68/100Rankings
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.
The Sony PlayStation Classic offers a nostalgic, plug-and-play PS1 experience with 20 iconic games, but its small library, PAL speed problems, and outdated controllers limit its appeal.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
16 GBbest | — | |
1.5 GHzbest | — | |
720 pxbest | 720 pxbest | |
1 GBbest | — | |
2 countbest | 1 count | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.17 kg | 0.052 kgbest |
20 countbest | 0 count | |
| ↓ lower better | 22.86 cm | 19.558 cmbest |
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Controllers(2) | ||
Controller Type | Wired replica PS1 controllers | wired |
Included Controllers (count) | 2 count | 1 count |
Software(1) | ||
Pre‑installed Games Count (count) | 20 count | 0 count |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Console Weight (kg) | 0.1701 kg | 0.0522 kg |
Width (cm) | 22.86 cm | 19.558 cm |
Height (cm) | 10.16 cm | 5.08 cm |
Depth (cm) | 22.86 cm | 32.568 cm |
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Professional reviewers praise its faithful recreation and plug-and-play convenience but criticize the weak game lineup, PAL frame-rate issues, and lack of modern features.
Users love the nostalgic look and easy setup, yet many complain about PAL speed slowdowns, limited titles, and the absence of analog controls.
“Faithful replica that looks great on my shelf”
“PAL speed makes some games crawl”
“Controllers feel cheap and lack analog sticks”
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.
