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== Specification ==
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|External Storage=2x microSD
|External Storage=2x microSD
|WiFi=yes
|WiFi=not all devices come with a wifi chip
|Bluetooth=no
|Bluetooth=no
|Video Output=no
|Video Output=no
|Speaker=8W front facing
|Speaker=8W front facing
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|3.5mm Audio Jack=yes
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* very budget friendly
*very nice and big 1:1 screen
* some versions have built-in wi-fi
* good CFW support
|cons=
* not the best quality
* loud shoulder and start/select/FN buttons
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== Performance ==
{{Performance:RK3326}}


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== Price ==
== Price ==


~$40
~$40


Get the R36Plus: [https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oFTyQ4v AliExpress #1]<sup>1</sup> - [https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oolFyUv AliExpress #2]<sup>1</sup>
Get the R36Plus: [https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3iEIVBh AliExpress #1]<sup>1</sup> - [https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c2IzdC2T AliExpress #2]<sup>1</sup>


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== Colors ==
== Colors ==
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== More Images ==
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<li style="display: inline-block; vertical-align: top;"> [[File:R36Plus systeminfo2.png|thumb|none|400px]] </li>
<li style="display: inline-block; vertical-align: top;"> [[File:R36Plus systeminfo2.png|thumb|none|400px]] </li>
<li style="display: inline-block; vertical-align: top;"> [[File:R36Plus vs R36S.png|thumb|none|400px|R36Plus vs [[R36S]]]] </li>
<li style="display: inline-block; vertical-align: top;"> [[File:R36Plus vs R36S.png|thumb|none|400px|R36Plus vs [[R36S]]]] </li>
<li style="display: inline-block; vertical-align: top;"> [[File:R36S Plus-V20 2025-03-18 mainboard with wifi chip.jpg|thumb|none|400px|"R36S Plus-V20 2025-03-18" mainboard with wifi chip]] </li>
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== Packaging ==
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<li style="display: inline-block; vertical-align: top;"> [[File:R36Plus packaging contents.jpg|thumb|none|400px|R36Plus from Zhai Nan Store (June 8th, 2025) - came with internal wi-fi chip]] </li>
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== R36S vs R36XX vs R36Plus vs R36H ==
For a comparison between these devices, visit this link:
{{Clickable button 3|[[R36S vs R36XX vs R36Plus vs R36H|↪ R36S vs R36XX vs R36Plus vs R36H]]}}
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<li style="display: inline-block;"> [[File:R36S_vs_R36XX_vs_R36Plus_vs_R36H_front2.jpg|link=[[R36S vs R36XX vs R36Plus vs R36H]]|thumb|none|400px]] </li>
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== Compatible Case ==
The test winner of the [[R36S_Buying_Guide#Storage_Cases_%E2%80%90_Bags|R36S case test]] surprisingly also has enough space to fit the R36Plus.
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<li style="display: inline-block; vertical-align: top;"> [[File:R36Plus case red zipper.webp|thumb|none|400px]] </li>
<li style="display: inline-block; vertical-align: top;"> [[File:R36Plus case red zipper2.webp|thumb|none|400px]] </li>
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<div style="width:300px; margin:auto;">[[File:354848168-25b38335-8b48-4a04-b4a5-d21b2fdc63b9.jpg|300px|frameless|alt=Red Zipper]]
[https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3NLs5vH Red Zipper @AliExpress]<sup>1</sup>
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| style="width:30%;" | '''Overall Rating''' || ★★★★★
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| '''Sturdiness''' || ★★★★★
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| '''Zipper''' || ★★★★★
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| '''Material''' || ★★★★★
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| '''Soft Inlay''' || No
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| '''Notes''' ||
* very cheap
* very sturdy
* good zipper
* feels nice
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== More Information ==
== More Information ==


It's a [[R36S]] with a 1:1 720x720 screen, and built in wifi.
It's a [[R36S]] with a 1:1 720x720 screen, and built in wifi.
Not be be confused with the [[R36S Plus (Allwinner F1C200S)]].
Bezels for 1:1 screens: https://github.com/drkhrse/drkhrse_bezels_rgb30
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== Videos ==
== Videos ==
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<youtube width="400">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eMrGxU9JV_U</youtube>
<youtube width="400">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eMrGxU9JV_U</youtube>


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== Firmware ==
== Firmware ==


* '''ArkOS R3XS V2.0''': https://github.com/AeolusUX/ArkOS-R3XS
For ArkOS R3XS there's a specific build for the R36Plus / R36 Plus / R36S Plus.
* '''Stock OS''' is a JelOS mod
 
* '''ArkOS''': https://github.com/christianhaitian/arkos/wiki
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* '''MyMinUI''': https://github.com/Turro75/MyMinUI/releases
<li style="display: inline-block; vertical-align: top;"> [[File:ArkOS R3XS specific build for the R36Plus R36 Plus R36S Plus.jpg|thumb|none|400px]] </li>
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For dArkOS use this build: https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1pvuirx/r36_plus_new_darkos_build/
 
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More Firmware options:
* '''plumOS''': https://github.com/game-de-it/plumOS-R36Plus
* '''plumOS''': https://github.com/game-de-it/plumOS-R36Plus
* '''Stock OS''': [https://mega.nz/file/HoYAiQSa#Z9DYUZGwVCwl-seu7-1OxAvacOGSGCIJO8SgkU0FgbE Download at MEGA] (R36Plus-Stock-ArkOS-Funkiddy.img.xz)
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Latest revision as of 14:36, 24 March 2026

Specification[edit]

R36Plus
Specification
BrandGame Console
Release Date04/2025
Form FactorVertical
SoCRK3326
CPUARM 64bit Quad-Core Cortex-A35
GPUMali-G31MP2 (520 MHz)
RAM1GB
Screen Size4"
Resolution720x720
Aspect Ratio1:1
Screen TypeIPS
OSLinux
External Storage2x microSD
WiFinot all devices come with a wifi chip
Bluetoothno
Video Outputno
Speaker8W front facing
3.5mm Audio Jackyes
Battery3000 mAh?
Pros & Cons of the R36Plus
✅ Pros ❌ Cons
  • very budget friendly
  • very nice and big 1:1 screen
  • some versions have built-in wi-fi
  • good CFW support
  • not the best quality
  • loud shoulder and start/select/FN buttons

Performance[edit]

SNES GBA PS1 NDS PSP N64 DC Saturn GC PS2 3DS Wii

These compatibility lists should apply to all devices with the Rockchip RK3326.

Big thanks to Batou for all the work he has put into this!

https://github.com/GazousGit/R36S-Game-Compatibility-Lists

  • Atomiswave ~43%
  • Dreamcast ~59%
  • Nintendo 64 ~63%
  • Nintendo DS ~80%
  • Sega Saturn ~47%
  • Sony PSP ~75%
Handhelds with the RK3326 chip

Price[edit]

~$40

Get the R36Plus: AliExpress #11 - AliExpress #21

↪ Handheld Buying Guide

1 Buying through these affiliate links helps support the wiki. Your price stays the same. Commissions go toward devices, testing, documentation, and server costs.

Colors[edit]

More Images[edit]

  • R36Plus running plumOS firmware
  • R36Plus vs R36S
  • "R36S Plus-V20 2025-03-18" mainboard with wifi chip

Packaging[edit]

  • R36Plus from Zhai Nan Store (June 8th, 2025) - came with internal wi-fi chip

R36S vs R36XX vs R36Plus vs R36H[edit]

For a comparison between these devices, visit this link:

↪ R36S vs R36XX vs R36Plus vs R36H

Compatible Case[edit]

The test winner of the R36S case test surprisingly also has enough space to fit the R36Plus.

"Red Zipper"
Overall Rating ★★★★★
Sturdiness ★★★★★
Zipper ★★★★★
Material ★★★★★
Soft Inlay No
Notes
  • very cheap
  • very sturdy
  • good zipper
  • feels nice

More Information[edit]

It's a R36S with a 1:1 720x720 screen, and built in wifi.

Not be be confused with the R36S Plus (Allwinner F1C200S).

Bezels for 1:1 screens: https://github.com/drkhrse/drkhrse_bezels_rgb30

Videos[edit]

Load video
YouTube

Firmware[edit]

For ArkOS R3XS there's a specific build for the R36Plus / R36 Plus / R36S Plus.

    • For dArkOS use this build: https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1pvuirx/r36_plus_new_darkos_build/

    AndR36oid
    AndR36oid Boot Logo
    Latest version releases.png
    Download ⬇️ GitHub
    Documentation / FAQ AndR36oid release notes
    Officially Supported Devices
    Devices list (click to expand)
    ArkOS - R3XS
    ArkOS - R3XS
    Latest version ArkOS-R3XS.png
    Download ⬇️ GitHub
    Documentation / FAQ ArkOS Wiki & Setup Guide
    Hotkeys Global & Emulator Event Keys
    Officially Supported Devices
    Devices list (click to expand)
    arkos4clone (ArkOS for clones)
    arkos4clone
    Latest version arkos4clone.png
    Download ⬇️ GitHub Releases
    Documentation / FAQ Github readme
    Info Based on the ArkOS R3XS community maintained firmware.
    Officially Supported Devices
    Devices list (click to expand)
    dArkOSRE
    dArkOSRE Logo
    Latest version dArkOS-G80CA-RE.png
    Download ⬇️ GitHub
    Documentation / FAQ dArkOSRE Wiki & Setup Guide
    Hotkeys RetroArch Hotkeys
    Officially Supported Devices
    Devices list (click to expand)

    Clone R36S devices:

    • G80C-MB V1.1-20250319 Panel 8
    • G80C-MB V1.1-20250319 Panel 9
    • G80CA-MB V1.2-20250422 Panel 8
    • G80CA-MB V1.2-20250422 Panel 9
    • G80CA-MB V1.2-20250423 Panel 8
    • G80CA-MB V1.2-20250423 Panel 9
    • G80CA-MB V1.3-20251212 Panel 8
    • R36S-V12 2023-08-18 Variant 1 with EMMC and AMP
    • R36S-V12 2023-08-18 Variant 2
    • R36S-V12 2023-08-18 Variant 3

    Genuine R36S devices:

    • R36S-V21 2024-12-18
    • R36XX-V21 2024-12-18

    Soysauce R36S devices:

    • Y3506_V04_20250529
    • Y3506_V05_20251215 2551
    • Y3506_V05_20251215 2601
    UnofficialOS
    UnofficialOS Logo
    Latest version UnofficialOS.png
    Download ⬇️ GitHub Releases
    Documentation / FAQ UnofficialOS Wiki
    Hotkeys Hotkeys and Button Codes
    Officially Supported Devices
    Devices list (click to expand)
    MyMinUI
    MyMinUI
    Latest version MyMinUI.png
    Download ⬇️ GitHub
    Documentation / FAQ Instructions are included in the download
    Hotkeys Instructions are included in the download
    Officially Supported Devices
    Devices list (click to expand)

    More Firmware options:

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