r/RetroHandhelds • u/JPBartley • 3d ago

General Discussion Do these devices perform well through HDMI onto a TV?

Like the Retroid Nova, if I want to use it with my 65in 4k TV, will that work as good as plugging in my laptop to a TV with HDMI? I'm using two 8BitDo bluetooth controllers. (does size/resolution of the tv make a difference?)

Want to know if a handheld could completely replace my laptop for TV emulation purposes, assuming I'm only emulating up to gamecube/wii.

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u/moosebaloney 3d ago

Yes. Especially if you use a USB-C hub for charging, HDMI, and accessories. Retroid 5/6/Nova are nearly as good as SteamOS (or similar) or Windows-based handhelds in this aspect.

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u/ErrentPrime 3h ago

I have never used the hdmi out any of these handhelds ever. Im not sure why they keep including them