Retroid Pocket 4 Pro Grip Review: Worth $15?

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My retail Retroid Pocket 4 Pro and grips arrived in the mail, so let's take a look to see if the retail unit differs from the unit I reviewed a couple weeks ago, and let's see if the grips are worth $15 to improve its controls and ergonomics.
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00:48 grips impressions
02:28 audio test
04:41 gameplay testing
08:49 RP4 Pro retail unit
11:30 summary and conclusion
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@mashy1979 5 ай бұрын

Me still waiting for my retroid pocket 4pro😢

@kimgonzalez1591 5 ай бұрын

Me too I ordered in early December 😢and it just says (order placed) :(

@ComposerSyterious 5 ай бұрын

Same here

@TheOldKenobi 5 ай бұрын

Buy Odin 2 guys!!!

@mashy1979 5 ай бұрын

@@kimgonzalez1591 I ordered from Day 1 and it has been shipped yet, no email ✉️

@TheBarefootDrummer 5 ай бұрын

Same but it shipped yesterday, should be here on Thurs.

@martinh4982 5 ай бұрын

Now if Retroid do a case that also fits the grip... I'm in!

@BxB510 5 ай бұрын

Yeah, that's why I'd didn't get the grip at first but now I'm kind of regretting it considering I do intended to use the sticks n triggers more on the RP4P

@toycoma98 5 ай бұрын

With the RP3+ you can put the grip backwards and it'll protect the screen.

@Carcosahead 5 ай бұрын

@@toycoma98sad it’s discounted tho 😪

@GuruprasadS4 5 ай бұрын

Wait, what? I picked up both, a case and a grip, and kinda assumed that the case fits the grip+device.

@Thronsohn 5 ай бұрын

Switch Lite Case does fit

@DemonUKPES 5 ай бұрын

So glad you did this review! Thank you.

@BlazeHN 17 күн бұрын

I actually love the concept of having the OPTION for more portability or more grip ergonomics in just a second by having this kind of grips, instead of other devices which are locked to have huge permanent bumps behind or are just flat all the time. I find this the sweet spot, I use no grip when on the go, just put the R4P on my pants pocket but whil at home I always use the grip.

@MrMovees87 5 ай бұрын

My brother ordered me a Retroid Pocket 4 Pro for my birthday just a few days ago, and I can’t wait for it to arrive!

@Andres-iq1sw 4 ай бұрын

About how long did it take for it to arrive?

@mouradmarzouk8229 4 ай бұрын

It seems like it takes sooo long for it to even ship. I ordered my over a week ago and it still hasn’t shipped. Like are they building them to order?! I saw a Reddit port with people all tracking their shipping and alot of people were waiting almost a month before it even shipped.

@mouradmarzouk8229 4 ай бұрын

I’m starting to consider canceling my order.

@Andres-iq1sw 4 ай бұрын

@@mouradmarzouk8229 I was thinking the same but i just got a email that it shipped! Ordered march 9th, shipping date is March 15th and estimated arrival date is March 18th. In USA and used DHL shipping

@rabulones 8 күн бұрын

@@mouradmarzouk8229 did u get it? How long ago?

@briansmith8898 5 ай бұрын

I don't have a retroid pocket 4, but I do have the retroid pocket 3 plus, and for me, the grip was absolutely worth it. I have big hands, and the device was a bit small for my comfort. The grips give me a better hand position and bigger area to grip. Night and day in terms of comfort. I have a switch lite case (a regular, non slim case) and it fits the retroid with the grip.

@toycoma98 5 ай бұрын

put the grip backwards, it'll protect the screen.

@nine9six 5 ай бұрын

On my RP3+ the grip doubles as a case by flipping the grip to the front. Which still allows me to charge and protect the screen when tossing it in my backpack. The recesses on the inside also allow the buttons to float, so I don’t see any longterm issues there. Does this grip allow for that with the RP4?

@yllib2012 5 ай бұрын

Always looking forward to see what their next handheld will be. I just ordered the Retroid 4 Pro in watermelon color and added the grip in black as well. I sprung the extra $20 for DHL shipping because.... I want it now. I would have ordered a screen protector for it but, I didn't see it in time. Guess I'll do cheap shipping on the screen protector.

@strongbad79 5 ай бұрын

My RP4 Pro is on the way. I ordered the grip with it as well. On my 2s I prefer the grip on and only don't use it if I'm traveling or something just to keep less stuff on me. Since I'm mainly playing at home and don't take it out much I usually prefer grips on. Now I'm going to have to test it with it off and on though it's a really make sure on this device.

@bryanfunk4151 5 ай бұрын

I have mine and so far I love it. I followed Joey’s setup guide. Most games I play work fine. SSX 3 and tour have sound issues. I need to check performance mode in them. I’m still working to establish saves effectively. But I like it so far.

@agentmueller 5 ай бұрын

Mine just left GuanDong province, plus a grip for my 3+ and a grip for the 4 pro. Should be here Saturday/Monday. Excited

@DannyMeasho999 4 ай бұрын

when did it arrive?

@DariusSinclair Ай бұрын

Thanks for this review. This helps me solidify my purchase.

@christophrumetshofer286 5 ай бұрын

Got my RP4P in Clear Blue yesterday and I love it. Impressed that Yuzu runs at 540p POP and SM Wonder

@YTBrowny 5 ай бұрын

I ordered the exact same combo of colour and grip colour, i was unsure about the black on grey but i kinda dig it. Very happy with my decision now

@NiKE-2002 5 ай бұрын

Hey Russ, thanks for the grip review! Is a video about docking stations for the RP4 Pro something you would do? Because many of the docks i found that support USB-C-video-out seem not be working well, others are a bit on the expensive side.

@ukeADDICTx 5 ай бұрын

Dude, I’ve following you for a while, and I had NO IDEA you lived in Hawaii and so do I. Keep up the good work. Love your videos! 6:07

@how.to.do.stuff.101 5 ай бұрын

someone who can make a 13 minute video on a grip is god😊

@oalfarog 5 ай бұрын

For sure

@kazuhiramiller2121 5 ай бұрын

And it is a 13 minute filled with useful info and pure testing, not fillers, trash talk and etc

@primeix 5 ай бұрын

Russ is the man!

@shto4782 5 ай бұрын

@@kazuhiramiller2121appreciate that a lot about him

@SamuHell782 5 ай бұрын

(Naruto hand signing) RetroGameCore No Jutsu!

@Denotum 5 ай бұрын

You do the most honest and decent reviews on retro gaming. May I ask if you would consider including PC emulation in your reviews? like exagear/winlator - it wouldnt hurt to play heroes of might and magic 3 on my rp4pro….

@alexv7990 5 ай бұрын

Hey brother, big fan of the channel 😎! Just got into the retro gaming and thinking about getting a retroid pocket 4. Looking at your setup videos though and any chance you can make an updated version of setting everything up? Just viewing your videos of setting up the retroid pocket 2+ and 3 gets kind of complicated since they both look different and it’s kind of a hassle having to go through each individual video back and forth. Would definitely help especially for a novice like me 🙏🏽

@jethrotejano2013 5 ай бұрын

This came just in time. Mine is arriving tomorrow (supposedly 🤞). I asked this in a separate video, but are you planning to make a full set-up video for the RP4 Pro? Or is there a different guide we can follow? Mahalo and more power!

@toycoma98 5 ай бұрын

Joeys retro hand helds made a video.

@juskutyo 5 ай бұрын

Its an android based device so you can follow his odin 2 guide. But because the Retroid has less power some might not work as well as the odin 2

@F0r3v3rT0m0rr0w 5 ай бұрын

Tomorrow geeze .... some people just won the retroid lottery ?

@robrose7019 5 ай бұрын

Do they send you shipping info right away or when it arrives in your country. Im from USA and still haven't received any info on shipping placed order on Dec 22

@jethrotejano2013 5 ай бұрын

@@robrose7019 I also ordered on the 22nd and got my notice a few days ago.

@garciavma1 5 ай бұрын

I have the RP3+ and also asked forte grip. It makes a big difference playing long time with the grip, you play much more confortable with it.

@syrrion3 5 ай бұрын

Got the grip myself and I wouldn't be able to play for an extended amount of time without it. Definitely a recommend!

@DarkCybrid 5 ай бұрын

Hey Russ, a good PS2 game to test emulation performance is Steambot Chronicles. Not only is it difficult just to emulate it at full speed, but it also has a lot of graphical effects that some devices struggle with.

@alexanderstone1382 5 ай бұрын

Mine has just been shipped. I preemptively thought the grips would be a good idea, thanks for confirming that. Are you planning on doing a set-up video for this unit? Or would one of your other videos cover it?

@sometwistedfreakshow 4 ай бұрын

This grip is 1000% worth it!!

@Oddoad6001 5 ай бұрын

Glad I got the grip with mine after watching this. Just waiting on it to arrive. Been stuck in some chinese distribution center for 4 days now. Just staring at my tracker willing it to move on.

@sethdubois318 5 ай бұрын

I'm a large man with large hands, and I pre-ordered the grips as well. Those have a lot more flex than I expected. Wonder how different the feel will be for the transparent. (I thought I ordered the 16 bit Grey shown here, but when I checked it turns out I ordered the crystal blue. I'm not mad about it, I just can't figure out what I was thinking.

@mikelawrence5438 5 ай бұрын

Russ,you should be retroids spokes person.you hit all the right parts.keep up the good work..

@jesterj63 5 ай бұрын

Would be interested in any differences in emulator or device settings needed when running video out through usb-c. I plan to dock sometimes at home, and use AR glasses with it while traveling.

@dogboy0912 5 ай бұрын

Fingers crossed my rp4 gets here in time. I ordered it to my hotel while on work travel back to the States. Once I'm back in Japan, it will be a nightmare getting it shipped.

@diomaiaal 5 ай бұрын

the hole behind the grip that didn't match the vent hole position of the console, on a official grip, is frankly ridiculous.

@stanguay169 5 ай бұрын

Mine is "in transit", got the 4Pro black with the grip. Can't wait to have fun with it.

@F0r3v3rT0m0rr0w 5 ай бұрын

Damn you got transit ! ... im jealouce i havent had an update lol

@robrose7019 5 ай бұрын

Same here when did you order and to what country... I hate waiting 😕🥺

@stanguay169 5 ай бұрын

@@robrose7019 December 20, I'm in Canada (Quebec). The tracking say that the package is at destination country, that's good!

@UMvsC3DPFWPW 5 ай бұрын

Already got Both the RP4 Pro & Grips! Also purchase some Extra Accessories such as Thumb Grips & Carrying Case.

@suhtangwong 5 ай бұрын

The carrying case is unusable if you have the grip

@UMvsC3DPFWPW 5 ай бұрын

@@suhtangwong I have a Video Coming Soon of Showing an Alternate Option

@scottgilbert3286 5 ай бұрын

@@suhtangwongThe grip comes off pretty easy.

@CLouDBRoS 5 ай бұрын

It looks nice, would love to see a grip for a vertical or Tate mode. I loved using the rp3 for those types of games but I the weight distribution starts bothering me after like 30 minutes

@pyroflyx 5 ай бұрын

I picked up the grip for my Black RP4P. I don't think I will take it off, but who knows. I always put a grip on my 3DS systems whenever I played them - and I use a Hori Split Pad Pro for the Switch.

@beamstalk6475 5 ай бұрын

II have the grips for the rp3+ and use it mainly for retro gaming and I love the grips, I also have big hands

@goyban 5 ай бұрын

Please check if you can put the grip the other way so it acts as a screen protector, the grip was the case for my RP3+. I hope that does apply here as well.

@enorma29 5 ай бұрын

can't wait to wait 2 months for my rp4pro to arrive

@jakeliujakeliu 5 ай бұрын

Can you do a screen on comparison with Oden 2. Any color difference which one is better

@juliomaldonado1286 5 ай бұрын

Maybe I missed it in the review, but is the device still pocketable-ish or will the rubbery texture make it difficult to take it in and out of a cargo shorts pocket?

@APormond1021 5 ай бұрын

Will you be doing a setup guide? Strongly considering getting one but the setup for PS etc scares me.

@nmanifold 5 ай бұрын

I ordered the grip along with the RP4 pro because it is a vital for playing analogue stick games (mainly PS2 & Gamecube). It's so uncomfortable without one.

@F0r3v3rT0m0rr0w 5 ай бұрын

The improvement to the analogue sticks is enought to justify the price for me. Now if only mine would ship sometime before next year XD

@FiftyFive74 5 ай бұрын

Are the analog stick caps removable like the ones on the RP2S?

@lilluckypit 20 күн бұрын

I need help! lol I recently got mine in , Loving this device, but i didnt see that the right thumbstick fell when i was walking. Where can someone purchase the thumb sticks to replace the one that fell. Thanks!!

@dawsoncjames 5 ай бұрын

Would you try the RP4 pro with two popsockets on the back, instead of using the grips? I think it might be even better.

@filamBboy 5 ай бұрын

Is the size of an rp4 pro with the grip comparable to an odin 2 now? And is there a case that fits the rp4 pro with the grip?

@timseyer6769 5 ай бұрын

Due to the fact that I am most excited about the d pad I would love a video with recommended titles to play on this device using the d pad.

@maxiynacho 5 ай бұрын

lol what

@timseyer6769 5 ай бұрын

@@maxiynacho well I really like soft clicky d pads 🤷🏼‍♂️

@maxiynacho 5 ай бұрын

@@timseyer6769 it’s dumb to ask for games to play with a dpad. Literally any game from gb, gbc, gba and 2d games.

@timseyer6769 5 ай бұрын

@@maxiynacho I don't really know what's dumb about that question. First of all I don't know the full libraries of the systems you mentioned due to the fact that I am not a console expert that still would like to play some games ideally recommended once I might enjoy more than ones I found by accident. Second of all I know there must be games on newer consoles that might work great on a dpad that I also simply don't know about and would like to know about. I am asking this in the comment section of a channel that handles retro gaming so Russ for one but perhaps even people like you might know some great games that are playable with a dpad that I don't know about, thus my question.

@georged7627 3 ай бұрын

I just bought my Retroid Pocket 4 Pro for $150 AUD near brand new off Facebook marketplace so that’s $97 USD CIB ya gotta love Facebook marketplace at times I know I do 🤘🏾

@Shauny_D 5 ай бұрын

Her Dr. Mario Machine! hahaha Same thing here...

@ArikIkirA 5 ай бұрын

Thanks I will baby it

@quinnsd13 5 ай бұрын

I would've grabbed the grip if it fit the case. I'm more concerned with its protection. I hope I get my shipping notification soon, has me worried from a pre-order standpoint not to have any feedback 10 days after launch. My 351mp died, looking forward to this replacement!

@DemonUKPES 5 ай бұрын

Russ, do you think they will change the screen hardware down the line to actually resolve the green tint. So a hardware fix instead of fixing by software. Or do you think the software fix will last for the life of the unit?

@DemonUKPES 5 ай бұрын

Also what do you do with all of the duplicate consoles? Review models for example? Do you sell any? I would be interested in buying either the odin 2 or the rp4 pro if you want to. Please let me know.

@kengineerings9366 5 ай бұрын

Hello! If I have the opportunity to purchase an RG353v for only $50 in 2024 as my very first handheld device, should I go for it, or are there better options available? Thanks!

@diamondking8197 5 ай бұрын

Would the Pocket 4 Pro work with a dock like the Jsaux 12-1 dock station

@fab9566 5 ай бұрын

Which theme do you use for Daijisho? Thanks

@thomaspalpant 5 ай бұрын

It's called "POP!"

@eldorito777 5 ай бұрын

Please tell me you’re going to test the OneXPlayer X1, it looks like one of the sickest little “handheld” pc’s that have come out in a while.

@Cyko.. 5 ай бұрын

A 12-minute video on a plastic grip. Entertaining as always.

@mcb1695 5 ай бұрын

Can you do a full setup walkthrough for the Retroid Pocket 4 Pro?

@dtape 5 ай бұрын

I’ve got big hands so the similar RP3+ grip helps me with 2D D-pad centric games too. Unlike Russ I keep my grip on 24/7. The $15 grip was definitely worth it for me. I don’t love the extra bulge shape of the grips at the top of the back of the device right below the triggers where my middle fingers rest, but I’ve gotten used to it.

@Baumie11 5 ай бұрын

Mine will show up eventually

@TheRealAncientCarthage 5 ай бұрын

Still waiting for a left stick on top version, that and the grips is the perfect layout.

@fatsotommy2317 5 ай бұрын

Probably the new anbernic device would be a good option for you then

@KunaX3 Ай бұрын

Will there ever be mods for this device? Cooling, metal shells, battery, etc.

@minecraft200 5 ай бұрын

are u going to do a rp4 pro setup guide?

@MJosephJr 5 ай бұрын

Interesting, as the new Anbernic handheld (honestly starting to lose track of the model number, is it 556?) has grips like this just part of the actual device.

@ZwaetschgeRaeuber 5 ай бұрын

Nice video as always, but ill rather just print my own grip as i did with the rg505

@shto4782 5 ай бұрын

If you have the possibility definitely do it

@Marlevlyn 5 ай бұрын

Hey, I was wondering if you don’t mind answering a question I am moments away from buying this device, but I want to know where to go to get the games that I want if they don’t already come on the device also I’ll be using the device itself in order to get the games. I’m not incompetent or slow by any means, but I just didn’t grow up with a computer and I’ve never gotten into emulation using a computer so with his android device, it opens the door to possibilities of using the device itself.

@BxB510 5 ай бұрын

It's really about your awareness on browsing for things on the Internet and your aptitude on Android OS (super similar to PC imo). I'd say look up other videos that setup previous retroid units; there isn't much if any difference to this unit, just much better hardware under the hood. Internet archive is a good place to start for game preservation inquiries

@bluesparky727 5 ай бұрын

I just designed a plastic hard case to hold the retro four with the grip on it

@Crisalido96 5 ай бұрын

Time to grab a snack and drink

@harissonbond7499 5 ай бұрын

Are the dpads hadoukanable and shoryukanable?

@ItsRodgerD 5 ай бұрын

I feel like I can’t play without since using it. Just doing the set up took hours, and I could feel the cramps, but I’ve been able to play for hours sitting on the 4 pro and don’t feel a thing. I have a similar one on the switch too (with a case) and I just wished they made a case for the 4pro w grip, so I don’t have to remove it to travel

@suhtangwong 5 ай бұрын

This is THE ONLY video displaying the rp4 grip, did no one else order one?

@werdnaeel8533 Ай бұрын

Is it normal that after 2 days of use the centers of my joysticks looks like they’ve been scratched by my nails?

@King_Moose 5 ай бұрын

Any starter guide in the works?

@signa8 5 ай бұрын

I couldn't see any info on when the pre-order window was. I didn't buy a screen protector, but I would like to have one. Any idea if I was still in the window 2 weeks ago?

@scaber 5 ай бұрын

I believe that shipping was supposed to start on January 15th, so anything ordered before that date would be considered preorder to me.

@signa8 5 ай бұрын

@@scaber ok, cool. Thanks for the info!

@GalacticBlader 5 ай бұрын

need some thumb grips for thre RP4 anyone got any recommendations?

@pholly 5 ай бұрын

Any plans on doing a RP4 vs RP4 Pro video?

@skycloud4802 5 ай бұрын

I'm interested in that as well. Would be interesting to see what performance can be squeezed out of that one.

@thedudrandom6692 5 ай бұрын

Can you put it on your switch light

@XxPARTYBEARxX 5 ай бұрын

Are you going to review the Retroid Pocket 4 by any chance? Everyone is just covering the Pro model.

@TheKissofcoldsteel 5 ай бұрын

Printed my own!

@mikelawrence5438 5 ай бұрын

Right I like the grip but it's a pain when I go to pack it up ,having to remove the grip.

@rafaelgarcia5388 5 ай бұрын

Hi..can u do a setup on how to install emulators specially PS2 and GameCube..to have best settings..thx

@freezymuchroom 5 ай бұрын

When you do a grip review it would be nice to test if you can easily hold it with one hand.

@suhtangwong 5 ай бұрын

Imo.. She'll yeah it's worth it! But idk why they don't make the corresponding colors of the devices to match...

@user-dq6pm6sg8z 5 ай бұрын

Do they ship via USPS UPS FedEx?

@kiabobandit 5 ай бұрын

What background set do you use for your Daijisho system art?

@bluesparky727 5 ай бұрын

If you go looking there’s an entire archive of people who design art of daijisho there are some reallly good ones too

@Iemonzinger 5 ай бұрын

It's the one called Pop! :)

@bluesparky727 5 ай бұрын

@@Iemonzingerpop is definitely a good one I like retroX

@PalpusThoughts 5 ай бұрын

Best Odin 2 equivalent? 🤔

@minovskyparticles1834 5 ай бұрын

the GPD XP Plus is much powerful than this right?

@twelvenation6393 4 ай бұрын

It’s worth it, just got mine

@Denarmo 5 ай бұрын

Just got mine and it has massive flickering and colored lines on the screen

@nathanbardaji8180 5 ай бұрын

Anyone got a recommendation for playing old JRPG and stuff like fire emblem/ pokemon?

@bluelion1995 5 ай бұрын

The black sticks and d pad look better, especially with a black grip.

@chillaman35 5 ай бұрын

Great video as always! One request though, I would've loved to have seen a size comparison between the Odin 2 and this with the grips attached. Would anyone happen to know where I could find such a comparison online?

@Carcosahead 5 ай бұрын

The RP4Pro with grips is still pocketable tho

@chillaman35 5 ай бұрын

@@Carcosahead Is it? Idk, even my phone can be hard to take in and out of my pocket if the case on it is super rubbery. I'd be interested to see how the RP4P does with the case on

@ImTheKingOfHyrule 5 ай бұрын

The only thing that holds Retroid Pocket 4 back from being my perfect retro handheld is that it's got a 16x9 screen instead of 4x3. I guess the tradeoff is that PSP and Gameboy Advance games work great on that format.

@monkeymonk4976 5 ай бұрын

I want one but I have a handheld pc and a miyoo mini, so I couldn’t justify buying it.

@skycloud4802 5 ай бұрын

Should of made an entire grip model variant.

@ExGearUser 5 ай бұрын

the fact I'm torn between the odin 2 that doesn't need a grip and this that moat say do...still difficult vit now that odin 2 has sfamicom colors makes me lean Odin 2.