ANBERNIC’s PS Vita clones just got more interesting, with a new chipset and operating system

Source: Android Authority

TL;DR

• The ANBERNIC RG VITA Pro will be a Linux device with a Rockchip RK3576 SoC.
• The standard RG VITA runs Android on a Unisoc T618 SoC.
• Both devices are slated for release in late March, starting around $100.

Overview

The ANBERNIC RG VITA is positioned as a budget‑friendly retro gaming handheld, contrasting with the company’s other recent releases. A new leak reveals that the Pro model, while visually identical to the base version, runs a completely different operating system and uses a different chipset.

According to a source close to ANBERNIC (via Retro Handhelds), the RG VITA Pro will feature a Rockchip RK3576 SoC paired with 4 GB of RAM. This is the first handheld to use the RK3576, and early benchmarks suggest it offers a modest performance boost over the Unisoc T618 found in the base model.

Specifications

Processor & OS

• RG VITA Pro: Rockchip RK3576 SoC, 4 GB RAM, runs Linux.
• Base RG VITA: Unisoc T618 SoC, runs Android.

Running Linux could reduce overhead and improve performance, though emulating PS Vita titles remains a demanding task.

Display

Both models sport a 5.46‑inch 16:9 LCD, but the Pro upgrades the resolution from 720p to 1080p, potentially improving upscaling for PSP and PS Vita games.

Design

Both handhelds draw inspiration from Sony’s PS Vita, featuring:

• Standard analog triggers and clickable sticks for L3/R3.
• Nintendo‑style button labels (instead of Sony’s trademarked shapes).
• Removal of the rear touchpad, replaced by a simple aesthetic grip.

The overall design language remains consistent between the two models.

Release and Pricing

While ANBERNIC has not officially announced detailed specs or availability windows, the source indicates that both devices will launch simultaneously in the third week of March. Pricing is expected to be wallet‑friendly, starting around $100.

The company is currently on holiday for the Lunar New Year in China, so further information may emerge later in the month.