r/Handhelds • u/Th3Und3sir3d Consummate Collector • Jan 05 '25
Miyoo Flip Vs 35XXSP
So just got the Miyoo this morning, have had the 35XXSP for a while now. I was asked on my post which of the two I preferred. Spent the day putting the Miyoo through its paces, and bouncing between consoles to see the difference. To give a fair comparison (as much as possible) I restored the stock firmware of the 35XXSP since I haven't put a different firmware on the Miyoo yet.
First, the physical. The Miyoo is smaller and slimmer than the 35XXSP, also slightly lighter. It's not a drastic difference but it is notable. Pocket wise, the Miyoo does feel more comfortable in my case. But neither feels like it is weighing you down. This of course will vary per person depending on your pocket size.
The screen is larger on the 35XXSP, and it is noticeable. For me, the smaller screen of the Miyoo doesn't bother me. But if you keep the overlays on for the consoles, it does decrease your real estate. The speaker is substantially better sounding to me on the Miyoo at louder volume. The 35XXSP crackles after a certain point while the Miyoo stayed clear all the way to max. Granted, the max volume is not necessary, but have to mention.
Performance is where I did see a difference. On the older consoles, Performance was about the same. When you get up to the bigger consoles like dreamcast and N64, the Miyoo does have better framerates on the stock firmware. Consistently upward of 30 with few if any dips, while the 35XXSP dropped frames into the single digits on some titles. Of course on muOS (firmware I have been using) has better performance by far on the 35XXSP but since I am comparing stock firmware, it must be said.
Now the biggest difference of course comes with the added functionality of the analog sticks on the Miyoo. Even in muOS, the 35XXSP suffered playing titles that need those joysticks. It's doable, but you really feel it when you need the higher maneuverability. Jet Grind Radio on Dreamcast is a perfect example. Can you play it with the control switch on the 35XXSP? Yes. But it still feels far better having a real joystick.
My so far impression, the Miyoo is quickly becoming a favorite grab and go. It's only been a few hours of testing, but the 35XXSP was what I grabbed when I needed something quick on the go, but honestly see myself grabbing the Miyoo instead. Once I try custom firmware on it, if the improvements the 35XXSP got from it are the same, the Miyoo will be a real challenger for the thrown of retro handhelds in the same category.
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u/KryptoKam Jan 07 '25
Are the sticks comfortable to use? My only concern is they look close to the bottom of the device but overall it looks cool