TrimUI Brick Review: Worth Every Penny
Overview and Design
- Physical Build: The Trimui Brick is noted for its solid and sturdy design, with a 3.2-inch high-resolution display (1024x768), making it very pocketable despite its "brick" shape.
- Materials: It features a metal backplate used as a heat sink, which contributes to its solid feel, but the plastic parts can be smudgy.
- Customization: The device includes programmable function buttons, interchangeable shoulder buttons, and RGB lighting, allowing for a personalized user experience.
Performance and Features
- Hardware: Equipped with an Allwinner A133 Plus chip and 1GB of RAM, it performs well with games up to the PlayStation 1 level but struggles with more demanding systems like Nintendo 64 and Dreamcast.
- Battery Life: It has a 3000mAh battery providing 4-5 hours of gameplay.
- Audio and Display: The speakers are not very loud, and their placement can be obstructed by hands. The screen is praised for its brightness and clarity, making it suitable for outdoor use.
Usability
- Portability: The device is compact and easy to carry, making it ideal for quick gaming sessions on the go.
- Controls: The D-pad and buttons are described as soft, clicky, and shallow, providing precise input but potentially uncomfortable for extended play, especially in fighting games.
Software and Operating Systems
- Stock OS: The device's stock operating system is simple and user-friendly, with options to adjust settings like brightness and LED lights.
- Surwish CrossMix OS
Feedback and Considerations
- Heat Management: The metal backplate effectively acts as a heat sink, which can cause the device to feel warm during extended use. This is a common issue with many devices that have metal components, but it may affect user comfort during longer gaming sessions.
- Target Audience: While the device may not be the best choice as a primary gaming device due to its size and heat management, it excels in portability and is perfect for quick gaming sessions on the go.
Conclusion
The Trimui Brick is a versatile and well-designed handheld that excels in portability and screen quality. It's a great option for retro gaming enthusiasts looking for a compact device, though it may not replace larger handhelds for more intensive gaming. The reviewer suggests it could become even more appealing with future software updates and potentially a horizontal version.
Article credit : Retro Game Corps-TrimUI Brick Review: Worth Every Penny
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