Why is the TrimUI Brick Customized Version (Surwish CrossMix OS) More Expensive? Here’s What You Need to Know
Many customers ask, "Why is your customized version more expensive than the standard version?" or "Why not buy the regular version on AliExpress?" The answer lies in the enhanced features of the Surwish CrossMix OS. While the standard version is great for casual gaming, the customized version offers improved performance, a larger game library, and better emulation that justify the higher price. Here’s why the customized version is worth the investment.
1. Enhanced Performance: Play More, Worry Less
- Customer Feedback: Common Issues with the Standard Version:
Many customers have reported issues with the Standard Version running on Linux Stock OS. Common problems include poor N64 emulation, with classic games like Perfect Dark failing to load and Super Mario 64 not performing as expected due to compatibility issues with the emulation core. Additionally, PSP and DS games often suffer from performance glitches and visual problems, such as split-screen display issues on DS games. - Customized Version: A Solution to These Issues
With Surwish CrossMix OS, we’ve significantly improved performance, especially for demanding emulators like N64 and PSP. After over a month of testing and optimization, our technical team has resolved the compatibility issues, ensuring smooth gameplay for these games. We also optimized the DS emulator, fixing the split-screen display issue and improving overall visual quality.
2. Rich Game Library: 16,700+ Games at Your Fingertips
- Standard Version: Includes a basic pre-installed library with limited customization options.
- Customized Version: Comes with over 16,700 games, including exclusive ROMs, modern ports, and ROM hacks. Supported platforms include Dreamcast, Sega CD, PSP, Neo Geo, and more. The 256GB storage offers over 1,400 curated games that ensure hours of retro gaming fun.
3. Fully Customizable Gaming Experience
- Standard Version: Offers a basic interface with limited customization options.
- Customized Version: Provides full customization, allowing you to choose from various themes, icons, and backgrounds, and even customize your boot screen. Additionally, you can enjoy platform-specific overlays for a more authentic experience.
4. Premium After-Sales Support
- Standard Version: Offers 30 days of after-sales support.
- Customized Version: Provides 60 days of after-sales support, ensuring you have extra peace of mind for troubleshooting and any technical issues that may arise. In addition to this, the customized version includes regular system updates and firmware upgrades, which are delivered seamlessly via OTA (Over-the-Air) updates. This means you can easily keep your device up-to-date without needing to manually download or install anything, ensuring your TrimUI Brick remains optimized and performs at its best for years to come.
5. Exclusive Features & Added Value
- Standard Version: Uses a basic SD card, which can result in slower loading times and less stable performance, especially with larger game libraries or demanding emulators.
- Customized Version: The customized version includes a high-performance SanDisk SD card, which offers several key advantages:
Better Speed and Reliability: The SanDisk SD card ensures faster loading times and more stable performance, especially for large game libraries and more demanding emulators.
Optimized for Retro Gaming: This premium card is pre-configured and tested for the best possible gaming experience, reducing issues like lag or file corruption that may occur with cheaper, lower-quality cards.
In addition to the upgraded SD card, the customized version also includes:
Moonlight Streaming for PC games, allowing you to stream and play your favorite titles directly from your PC.
Pre-configured emulators for a seamless experience, eliminating the need for manual setup or configuration.
Custom game overlays that enhance the visual appeal and usability of each emulator, offering a more personalized gaming experience.
BIOS pre-installed for multiple platforms, ensuring compatibility across a wide range of classic games.
Auto-save/load functionality, providing smooth gameplay transitions and preventing progress loss when switching games or turning off the device.
6. Technical Improvements and Extensive Work Behind the Customized Version
- Limitations of the Standard Version: Due to the limitations of the Linux OS (Stock OS), some emulators perform poorly. Platforms like N64, PSP, and DS experience issues that require updates, such as the 1.4 version, to address. However, the stock version still leaves much to be desired in terms of stability and compatibility.
- Improvements in the Customized Version: Surwish CrossMix OS addresses these issues with comprehensive optimizations for N64, PSP, and DS emulators. After more than a month of testing and iterative improvements by the Mechdiy technical team, issues like graphic glitches, performance instability, and split-screen display problems in DS games have been resolved. The customized version provides a much smoother, more stable experience on these platforms.
7. Pricing Comparison:
- Although the Customized Version is priced slightly higher, the additional features, performance improvements, and curated game library make it a worthwhile investment. Here's the breakdown:
Model | Price (Stock OS) | Price (CrossMix OS) | Price Difference |
---|---|---|---|
128GB | $99 USD | $109 USD | +10 USD |
256GB | $109 USD | $119 USD | +10 USD |
128GB SD Card | $39 USD | ||
128GB SD Card | $59.99 |
For just an additional $10 USD, you can upgrade to the Customized Version with Surwish CrossMix OS, which offers better performance, a more extensive game library, and improved emulation.
Check it outAdditionally, the process of copying and organizing the games for the customized SD card involves careful attention and precision. Every day, Mechdiy skilled personnel are dedicated to ensuring the games are accurately transferred, thoroughly tested, and meticulously curated. This extra level of quality control and attention to detail contributes to the higher price of the customized version.
Conclusion: All Set and Ready to Play, No Setup Required
While the TrimUI Brick Customized Version is priced slightly higher, it offers superior performance, a vast library of curated games, and a fully customizable experience, all of which the standard version can’t match. With additional features, extended after-sales support, regular system updates, and technical optimizations, the customized version is the ideal choice for gamers who want the best retro gaming experience. It’s a worthwhile investment for just an extra $10 USD.
Feature | Standard Version | Customized Version |
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Operating System | Linux OS (Stock OS) | Surwish CrossMix OS 1.39 version |
N64 Emulation | Poor performance, some classic games (e.g., Perfect Dark) fail to load, graphics errors | Optimized N64 emulation, better performance and compatibility, smooth gameplay |
PSP Emulation | Generally okay, but some commercial ports are incomplete, no support for custom ROMs | Optimized PSP emulation, supports more games and custom ROMs, stable performance |
DS Emulation | Split-screen display issues, subpar visual quality | Optimized DS emulation, fixes split-screen issues, better visual quality |
Game Library | Limited pre-installed library, basic selection | Over 16,700 games, including exclusive ROMs, modern ports, and ROM hacks across many platforms |
Storage Size | Standard storage (e.g., 128GB) | 256GB storage with curated game collection, over 1,400 additional games |
Customization | Basic interface with limited options | Fully customizable interface with themes, icons, backgrounds, boot screens, and overlays |
Emulator & Overlays | Basic emulators, limited functions | Optimized 100+ emulators, custom game overlays, platform-specific configurations |
After-Sales Support | 30-day support | 60-day support, regular system updates, firmware upgrades |
Special Features | Basic functions | Moonlight streaming (for PC games), pre-configured emulators, auto-save/load, pre-installed BIOS for multiple platforms |
Workload & Technical Effort | No additional technical optimization or data preparation | Extensive optimization with over a month of testing, customized SD card data copying, daily manual maintenance |
Price | 128GB (Stock OS) $99 USD, 256GB (Stock OS) $109 USD | 128GB (Surwish CrossMix OS) $109 USD, 256GB (Surwish CrossMix OS) $119 USD |
Standalone Custom SD Card (CrossMix OS) | N/A(ordinary card) | $39 USD for the customized SD card without the device (Sandisk SD card) |
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Testimonials
Daniel Hughes
The TrimUI Brick with Surwish CrossMix OS is a game-changer! The performance is incredibly smooth, especially for N64 and PSP games, which used to be laggy on my old device. The split-screen issue on DS games is also completely gone. I can feel the difference in the overall stability. Highly recommend the customized version!
Lewis Todd
I’ve tried several retro gaming consoles, but nothing compares to the TrimUI Brick with CrossMix OS. The game library is massive, and the system just runs so well! It’s super easy to use, and I love that the games load instantly with no lag. The added bonus of customized button colors and backplate engravings made it feel like it’s truly mine. Worth every penny!
Richard Wright
I’m very impressed with the TrimUI Brick running on CrossMix OS. The DS emulator now works perfectly, and I’ve never had a smoother gaming experience with N64 and PSP. It's clear the team at MechDIY put a lot of effort into fine-tuning the software. If you’re debating between the stock version and the customized one, trust me, it’s worth the extra $10.
Peter Thomas
As a retro gaming enthusiast, I was looking for something that could run N64 and PSP games without hiccups. The CrossMix OS is exactly what I needed. The emulator performance is fantastic, and the graphical glitches I experienced with the stock OS are now gone. It’s like a whole new system. Plus, the 60-day after-sales support gives me peace of mind knowing I can get help anytime.
Henry Davies
The TrimUI Brick with CrossMix OS exceeded my expectations. I’ve never seen a retro gaming device with this level of stability and performance. The game library is vast, and I love that everything is pre-configured, so I can jump straight into my favorite games. Also, the option to customize the device makes it feel more personal—perfect for any serious gamer.
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