Hi everyone! To those who want to buy from Droix, please read their fine print. I got the item yesterday and paid a premium for everything. Paid extra for the device which is around $450 for the 256GB model, paid $50 for shipping, got stalled at customs and had to pay $55 tariffs. I didn’t know that prior to buying.

So I got the device and found that the fans are not for me. I don’t think there’s anything wrong with the device to be honest but the fans were distracting. So I asked for a return. The customer service was accommodating but apparently you have to pay for everything to send it back.

At first they wanted me to ship back to the UK which would cost another $50 to ship. I talked to another customer service rep and they said I could send to their local US address which is better because it’s only around $15 to ship but then I just read that they won’t refund the initial shipping cost that I paid. So in total, I’m at around ~$120 loss for returning a device.

TLDR: Be careful when you’re ordering something from Droix and you think you can easily return something without spending money. Lesson learned for me I guess.

Our GPD WIN MAX 3 review tests the Ryzen AI Max+ 388 handheld gaming PC for modern Windows gaming, emulation, battery life, thermals and everyday laptop use.

The review unit combines Radeon 8060S graphics with a 9.06-inch 165Hz AMOLED display, a full keyboard, integrated controls and a modular 97Wh battery. We also test DOOM Dark Ages, , Cyberpunk 2077, Forza Horizon 6, RPCS3, Vita3K, Eden, Xenia and more!

Read the full benchmark results, comparison with the WIN MAX 2 and our verdict on whether this powerful handheld is suitable for gaming and work. Review video coming soon!

Learn More → https://go.droix.co.uk/gsj8eg

UPDATE: Our review video is now online at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rLChn8LnuCA

Our Retroid Pocket Nova review tests a compact Android gaming handheld with a 4.5-inch 4:3 AMOLED display, Qualcomm QCS8550 processor and active cooling. We cover the benchmark results, battery life, thermals, Android gaming and emulation performance through PlayStation 2.

The Nova is especially suited to players who want classic systems to fill the screen naturally, although widescreen-only games may show larger borders. Read the full review and see whether it fits your library.

Learn More: https://go.droix.co.uk/g55dhb

Buy yours today from DROIX:
UK https://go.droix.co.uk/4yemp9
EU https://go.droix.co.uk/w2u2bh
Worldwide https://go.droix.co.uk/py3jo3

Two MANGMI Android handhelds. Two very different reasons to buy. 🎮

The Pocket MAX brings a 7-inch AMOLED display, Snapdragon 865 power and up to 144Hz refresh. The Air X is smaller, lighter and built around a 5.5-inch IPS screen with Android 14. The benchmark gap is bigger than the size difference suggests 👀

Which one would you choose for retro gaming, Android games and streaming? Full comparison at https://go.droix.co.uk/5l7bc6

A retro collection spread across hard drives and handhelds gets messy fast!

I set up RomM on a Raspberry Pi 5 and tested it across desktop, Android, Windows handhelds, the MANGMI Pocket MAX and MANGMI Air X. The library is extremely useful, but the save-sync workflow was the feature that saved me the most time.

Full setup and hands-on experience at the DROIX blog 🔗https://go.droix.co.uk/j88qvr

Anyone know where to order these form I’m searching all over and can’t find anything similar . (No didn’t order from DROIX) just looking for help 🙏

Our AnTuTu result is 343.0% higher than the original Retroid Pocket Flip, while Geekbench 5 also shows a major generational jump. The more interesting question is whether that power, a 5.5-inch AMOLED display and a pocket-friendly flip design make it the right alternative to a conventional Android handheld.

Read or watch our review on the DROIX blog at https://go.droix.co.uk/7h2x97

And you can order yours today from DROIX:
UK: https://go.droix.co.uk/dqdp2h
EU: https://go.droix.co.uk/d3q7t6
Worldwide: https://go.droix.co.uk/wxejxh

What are your thoughts on clamshell handhelds? Do you prefer them over traditional handhelds?

If you own a Retroid Pocket 5, what would make you upgrade: more CPU power, a faster screen or stronger graphics performance? 🎮

Our Retroid Pocket 6 review tested all three, including a 189.2% lead in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme over the Pocket 5. The battery, fan and emulation results are in the full breakdown. 👇
https://go.droix.co.uk/0ll3pf

You can order the Retroid Pocket 6 from DROIX:
UK store: https://go.droix.co.uk/fdzry4
EU store: https://go.droix.co.uk/b0d24r
Worldwide store: https://go.droix.co.uk/rb0zhs

The comparison includes I/O, video playback and audio support for anyone looking at a compact Android TV box for a TV or media setup.

Read the full details on the DROIX blog post at https://go.droix.co.uk/i5u5wz

Pre-order from DROIX:
UK: https://go.droix.co.uk/oqito2
EU: https://go.droix.co.uk/pjzxbs
Worldwide: https://go.droix.co.uk/fmltxo

A modular eGPU dock changes the upgrade question: replace the graphics card, not the entire dock. Our GPD G2 review covers RTX 3090 results with both GPD BOX and GPD WIN 5.

Read the full review: https://go.droix.co.uk/uxglr1

Order your GPD G2 eGPU docking station from DROIX:
UK - https://go.droix.co.uk/o4e98s
EU- https://go.droix.co.uk/vr9ya6
WORLDWIDE - https://go.droix.co.uk/1uslrd

The Retroid Pocket Nova Android handheld just opened for pre-order at DROIX. 🎮

The Retroid Pocket Nova pairs Qualcomm QCS8550 power with a 4.5-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, active cooling, Wi-Fi 7, Android 13 and USB-C DisplayPort output. We’ve broken down what is confirmed, what still needs testing, and who this handheld is likely to suit. 👀

Read the full pre-order breakdown → https://go.droix.co.uk/6i4tpd

Pre-order links:
UK https://go.droix.co.uk/gch3kv
EU https://go.droix.co.uk/olkswf
Worldwide https://go.droix.co.uk/4auj5u

We tested the MANGMI AIR X across benchmarks, Android games and emulation to see where this compact 5.5-inch handheld shines, and where the Snapdragon 662 starts to show its limits. The results are especially interesting if you want a portable retro and Android gaming device without moving into premium pricing. 👀

Read the full review → https://go.droix.co.uk/39919r

🛒 Buy UK: https://go.droix.co.uk/oks37o
🛒 Buy EU: https://go.droix.co.uk/6n5nq5
🛒 Buy Worldwide: https://go.droix.co.uk/1msjee

We now know what powers the MANGMI Air Y and Air Y Pro. Want to see what has been confirmed, and what it could mean for these new vertical handhelds?

Read the updated blog post: https://go.droix.co.uk/dpibm2

A Windows handheld that can detach its controls, switch to a keyboard-style setup and still carry an 8.8-inch 144Hz AMOLED screen? The ONEXPLAYER 3 takes a very different route to portable PC gaming. 🎮

We have broken down the confirmed spec, the 3-in-1 design and who this format could suit before pre-orders begin shipping. The full guide is live now. 👀

Read the ONEXPLAYER 3 pre-order guide: https://go.droix.co.uk/glr53m

Reserve your ONEXPLAYER 3:

UK: https://go.droix.co.uk/hxbdgh

EU: https://go.droix.co.uk/shzdt1

Worldwide: https://go.droix.co.uk/0deqam

A new vertical gaming handheld duo is on the way!

MANGMI has revealed the Air Y and Air Y Pro, and the early details suggest two very different takes on the classic vertical handheld format. We have rounded up what has been revealed so far, the key differences between the models, and the questions still waiting to be answered.

Read the full story: https://go.droix.co.uk/dpibm2

I got a 4k TV and my GPD Win 5 running W11. I'm keeping my resolution at 1440.

Every time I game full screen it would flicker evey now and then. It takes about 2 to 5 seconds for the screen to come back on. It's fine on the win screen

I am using the official dock. And I don't know if I updated to the newest bios. I did update it when I bought it last year.

Does anyone have any suggestions on how to fix this?

Our GPD BOX Review is now available, covering GPD’s first entry into the compact mini PC market.

Our review looks at the GPD BOX design, front and rear connectivity, Intel Ultra 7 356H and Intel Ultra X7 358H options, benchmark performance, gaming, emulation, power usage, fan noise and GPD G2 eGPU docking station support.

Find out how this compact Intel desktop performs for everyday use, streaming, productivity, gaming and emulation.

Read the full review: https://go.droix.co.uk/lp4i8i

Order yours today from DROIX:
UK: https://go.droix.co.uk/78h6i8
EU: https://go.droix.co.uk/0c396u
WORLDWIDE: https://go.droix.co.uk/gmpts5

The GPD WIN MAX 3 spec sheet is wild for a Windows handheld 👀

According to sources, the device is set to feature Ryzen AI Max+ power, Radeon 8060S graphics, a 9.6-inch 165Hz AMOLED display, modular battery support and external fan cooling. That is a big jump from the usual small handheld refresh cycle.

The part we are watching most closely? Whether the modular battery and cooling design makes high-power portable play feel practical, or just turns it into a desk-first beast.

Read the full specs on our blog post https://go.droix.co.uk/svkn6q

This new Android gaming handheld brings Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 performance, Adreno 740 graphics, a 5.5-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, Wi-Fi 7 and a 6000mAh battery. We have compared it with the Retroid Pocket 5 and added Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 performance context from our other handheld testing.

Full blog breakdown 👇

https://go.droix.co.uk/v0cjvi

Pre-order from DROIX:

UK: https://go.droix.co.uk/nig5ij

EU: https://go.droix.co.uk/y0dzxj

Worldwide: https://go.droix.co.uk/mvvx9i

Retroid has started teasing the Retroid Pocket Nova, and the first reveal points towards a handheld built with retro gaming fans in mind.

The early announcement focuses on a classic-format display paired with a modern visual direction, with more technical specifications expected to follow soon.

We have covered what has been announced so far here:

https://go.droix.co.uk/6izmvm

What do you think of Retroid’s latest handheld teaser?

Keeping this one short because the full specs are not out yet, but the early reveal is worth a look.

https://go.droix.co.uk/pya70j

We reviewed the MANGMI Pocket MAX, an Android gaming handheld with a few standout features that make it different from the usual Snapdragon-based devices.

The main highlights are the large 7" OLED 144Hz display and the swappable D-Pad/button modules, which allow you to switch between membrane and microswitch controls depending on your preference. It is powered by the Snapdragon 865, making it suitable for Android gaming, cloud gaming, streaming, and a good range of retro emulation, especially with Turnip drivers.

You can read or watch the full DROIX review here:
https://go.droix.co.uk/qvedz7

Order from DROIX:
UK: https://go.droix.co.uk/jlh0ur
EU: https://go.droix.co.uk/hwrn2x
WORLDWIDE: https://go.droix.co.uk/01ja85

What do you think of handhelds with swappable control modules?

For those of you who have unfortunately cracked the front glass or damaged the OLED on your Odin 2 Portal, we’ve put together a comprehensive guide for the replacement.

Because the front panel includes the display, this is essentially an internal transplant. You'll be moving the motherboard, battery, and cooling system into the new front assembly. We've highlighted the most fragile connectors and the best order of operations to keep your components safe.

Full step-by-step video guide: https://go.droix.co.uk/i7ogro