Now grab a microSD card, download EmuELEC, and relive your childhood. Game on!
EmuELEC primarily operates on Amlogic system-on-chips (SoCs). The officially supported CPU families include the S905, S905x, S905x2, S905x3, S922X, and A311D. The S912 chipset is a special case, as support was dropped after version 3.9 due to poor driver issues.
Which do you want to emulate the most? What is your budget range for the hardware?
Praised as one of the best overall retro handhelds for its balance of power and visual appeal, featuring a 1080p AMOLED screen. 🎮 Supported Chipset Tiers emuelec supported platforms best
The best possible EmuELEC experience for 3D consoles like Dreamcast, N64, and PSP. Excellent for enthusiasts willing to spend $80–$150 for a proper S922X or A311D box.
: EmuELEC does not support Raspberry Pi or standard x86 PC hardware. Ensure your chosen device runs on a supported Amlogic chip.
For most users, the classic setup of an affordable Android TV box is the most popular choice. The S905X3 and the newer S905X4 are the sweet spot, offering performance similar to a Raspberry Pi 4 at a fraction of the cost. Now grab a microSD card, download EmuELEC, and
Similar to the X3 but with better sustained performance and efficiency.
If you prefer portable gaming, EmuELEC also supports specific handheld devices, most notably the Odroid Go Advance , Odroid Go Super , and the Chi GameForce . It does not, however, officially support popular Android-based Anbernic or PowKiddy devices, as the development team has concerns about those companies’ licensing compliance.
: While 2GB RAM is sufficient for 8-bit to 32-bit gaming, opt for 4GB RAM if you intend to run complex PSP, Dreamcast, or Saturn emulation. The officially supported CPU families include the S905,
These newer chips are necessary if you want to play PSP, Dreamcast, or high-resolution N64 games.
A cult-favorite among handheld enthusiasts, the GameForce CHI was designed natively to support platforms running custom firmware like EmuELEC.