(Part 2) Best products from r/EmulationOnAndroid

My recommendation in the past would have been a Shield K1 tablet but they're getting harder to find now that they're discontinued. The lowest price I see right now on Amazon is $320. Unfortunately tablets are in a weird place right now, where anything under $200 doesn't get you a lot, and then there's a jump to like $500-$600 with almost nothing in between. The only other comparable device might be the Lenovo Tab A10, but it's basically the same thing as the Fire or the Galaxy one.

The Asus Zenpad S8 4GB model might be a good choice. It's got a 2.3GHz Intel chip in it, but it's $350. My wife has the 2GB/1.8GHz version of that tablet we found for $160 at one point, and it's got the most beautiful screen I've ever seen on a tablet. That said, I don't know how the 1.8GHz model does for emulation, and I'm mostly just seeing the 1.3GHz version under $200 for it.

Sorry. The market's a bit screwy at the moment. With no real "gaming tablet" successor for the Shield tablet, It's a bit hard to recommend anything. Caveat emptor, as a lot of tablets have pricing all over the board but run on the same lower end chips ranging 1.3-1.6GHz.

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Edit - The Huawei MediaPad m3 doesn't look too bad. Reasonable specs for the price, though it's above the budget you were looking at. Huawei and Xiaomi are surprise contenders in the tablet market, and you might find somehing decent looking at those brands.

Scratch that. The Asus Zenpad 3s. For the price, that's probably the best bang for your buck and should perform well with PPSSPP. It's above your budget, but it's the best I could find that suits what you're looking for, as close to the price you're looking at. And with 4GB RAM in that thing with a QHD screen and 2.1GHz A53 Quad core chip, that's actually a good price for the specs at $287. It'll do well for movies, very, very good for reading, and be solid for gaming I think.

In fact, that thing looks nice enough that if anything happens to my Shield tablet, that'll likely be my replacement unless something better comes in the price range. And ASUS screens are gorgeous.

I can't speak for the Beboncool, but the MOGA Hero Power is a bit meh with the twin sticks and the triggers (you get what you pay for). MOGAs are great though in that they're generally compatible with everything.

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Something to consider - you can get a nicer controller if you take out a few options - if you don't need a clip, you're not going to be on the move and you have a phone stand, you could just get a normal bluetooth controller.
This controller I found was pretty good (although a bit annoying since my phone thought it was a keyboard):
https://www.amazon.com/Matricom-Wireless-Rechargeable-Bluetooth-Compatible/dp/B015YF3YZ8
If you do decide on that though, keep in mind the thumbsticks are a lot better than the options you listed, but the dpad is garbage.

I would also say look into an OTG controller, but I researched your phone and it doesn't support it. Right now I use a wired iBuffalo USB controller and I love it.

Controller is the Beboncool BBC-Q75, sticks feel pretty decent, build quality isn't amazing, but fur under $30 I'm not gonna complain.

Phone is a OnePlus 6t, have the GameCube settings turned up pretty high and it holds nearly 60fps unless there's a TON of stuff on screen.

Cheers and happy holidays, friends!

I have heard the controller is sub par but much better than on screen controls. For just a little more you could get a last gen flag ship android phone, controller and huge SD card that would blow the gpd xd out of the water. If you wanted to spend another hundred you could get a s8/s8plus with this awesome no battery or blutooth needed telescopic controller https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B077GK42QN/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1525976357&sr=8-5&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=s8%2Bcontroller&th=1&psc=1#nav-search-keywords

I'm getting this one in the mail tomorrow. The only reason I didn't get the one from above is because it's only a part time entertainment phone. I need to be able to take it off and not need to worrie about putting my case back on.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B077L8656T

The Daqi M1 is a better value, but I would not say it's a better controller. I just picked up a M1 to compare to my Wee 2. The build quality is fine. The d-pad on the Wee 2 is better than the M1, the pivot is a little bit more noticeable which helps with responsiveness. The Wee 2 is $50 shipped from Amazon so it's not $100+.

If you want something closer to an Xbox/PS3, the only choice you have is to get one of those traditional controllers with a phone clip. It's a bit top heavy and it might interfere with your volume/power buttons.

Flydigi does sell an accessory to solve the USB-C port being covered. They don't have a solution for headphone jack however. It'll probably work with the Daqi M1 too.

Gamevice does sell a controller that provides a headphone jack and power pass-through. It even has vents to redirect side-firing speakers to face you. However, it's a bit bulky and it hasn't been tested to work on a Poco F1.

IPEGA PG-9083S Wireless adapter 4.0 Joystick Gamepad with 5-10 Inch Telescopic Holder for Android/iOS Smartphone Android Tablet PC Smart Android PC TV Box https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BFVNTJR/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_anvZDbRAGHKGD

I am pretty happy with this one.

Alright. This is gonna be a long comment so stick with me as you read it alright. Don't just scroll through it.

So based on your post, you're looking for a wireless controller with a good D-Pad similar to the ones you would find on a Nintendo Controller (Either the NES or SNES i'm assuming). If that is the case, you have two options. Both the options are based on the PS4 and Xbox One/Elite controllers respectively. With that being said, let me show you the controllers.


The first one is the GameSir G3s Bluetooth Controller. This controller is based on the PS4 controller, especially considering the triggers on the controllers based on what everyone says and my experience with the controller. This controller has built-in vibration feedback (spoiler alert: this function only works on PC and PS3). So this controller has a separate bracket for holding an average sized phone, turbo fire buttons, Bluetooth 4.0 as well as micro and mini USB connectivity for PC, PS3, and Android. It also comes with a wireless USB dongle as well (similar to the DJ Hero wireless connector or any wireless connector for a mouse and keyboard). This controller has a battery life of 18 hours as well.


The second option is the GameSir G4s Bluetooth Controller. Unlike the G3s, this controller is based on the Xbox One/Elite Controller as aforementioned earlier, especially considering the design of the controller itself. Also, the bracket is built inside the controller itself for the phone for less clutter. However, the clear and turbo buttons are placed inside where the bracket is located. If you look at some unboxing videos of it, you'll see what I mean. Another thing to note is that it has 10 hours of battery life instead of the G3s' 18 hour battery life. Other than that, it's the same thing as the G3s controller (Bluetooth 4.0, Wireless USB Dongle, Controller Vibrations, .etc).

There is a third option for your situation if you're on a budget, and that is the GameSir G3s WIRED Controller and the GameSir G3s WIRELESS Controller. Even though this is the cheapest option and is still compatible with Android, PC, and PS3, it doesn't come with a phone bracket. HOWEVER, I wouldn't get this because to order a phone bracket, you're gonna have to wait 2 weeks for a 8 to 10 dollar bracket for the controller if you're gonna buy one off Ebay because it ships from China. I don't know about shipping with the controller bracket off of Amazon, which costs 13 dollars, but I'm going to assume that it's going to take the same amount of time if you were to order it off of Ebay. With that being said, by the time you were to pay for the bracket with the Wired or USB Dongle Controller, you would've paid the same amount of money you would for the Bluetooth G3s Controller.

Too Fucking Long; Didn't Fucking Read: Either get the GameSir G3s Bluetooth Controller or the GameSir G4s Bluetooth Controller

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CXAC1ZW/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=AUOI41OGZ4EFO&psc=1

ADVICE: Do not choose a seller that sells it for like a $1 and free shipping, those are usually the ones that take 2 months and never come (my last order). Choose a seller for about $3 and free shipping and it should take a week to week and a half.


PS: Unfortunately you will not find this cable conventionally at any store, even though its mega popular.

> EDIT: Whoops, should've specified - I'm looking more for the ones that attach to the phone and make it more akin to a GBA or PSP and let you walk around with it, unless those are garbage. I will definitely look into 8bitdo's controllers too though!

8bitdo actually makes a clip to attach your phone to the controller, which would serve your purposes. https://www.amazon.com/8Bitdo-Xstander-Holder-SFC30-SNES30/dp/B017SFNW0E

As for my recommendation, I use a PowerA Moga Hero Power.

A better idea is to get a flydigi wee 2 controller and use your phone. I have a tablet but I enjoy using my phone with the wee 2 controller more https://www.amazon.com/Flydigi-Bluetooth-Controller-Telescopic-Connecting/dp/B07DJ85NF3/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa?keywords=flydigi+wee+2&qid=1562876849&s=gateway&sprefix=Flydigi+&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1

Exactly. Add in this or similar and you have a kick ass setup

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Jovitec-Foldable-Controller-Plastic-Smartphone/dp/B07DQBPH15/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa?keywords=xbox+one+phone+holder&qid=1567869376&s=gateway&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExMlY4UzdHUjgzNUVGJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMjMyMTMwMURCTFIxVUJGWDlKUCZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNTgyNzgwNTg2S1JSWkVIUkxOJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfcGhvbmVfc2VhcmNoX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=

I've been enjoying minish cap on myboy. Am on the final boss and the controll has worked perfectly.

Make sure you get the one s version not the older one that doesn't support Bluetooth

Yeah there's no real way to tell and I really need a clip/mount for my phone for the way I want to play.

Link to clip. Anyone on here have one, or know a way to contact them maybe... haha

Only thing to look out for OP is to get one of the xbox one controllers that supports bluetooth, the original ones did not, meaning you would have to use a wire. So double check!


Links for phone clip
Amazon.com

Amazon.co.uk

aliexpress.com

Android gamepads have spotty iOS support. I recommend getting a gamepad that specifies Apple MiFi certification. Something like this: https://www.amazon.com/Certified-Controller-YF2009-Adjustable-Compatible/dp/B06Y6K8S4D/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=gamepads+mifi&qid=1562206881&s=electronics&sr=1-3

Hopefully, you can still return the ipega if you're still having trouble with it.

Yes.

https://www.amazon.com/All-New-Fire-Tablet-Display-Black/dp/B0794RHPZD/

You can sideload four APKs and have full access to Google Play, then change the launcher and it's more or less a regular Android tablet. But note that there's only 1.5 GB of RAM.

Still it is well-supported and has a big screen.

I got this guy

BEBONCOOL Mobile Game Controller for PUBG Mobile Phone Triggers Controller for iPhone iOS Android, Remote Wireless Controller for Bluetooth https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Q1WVZNZ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_BJvvDbTKF8F4F

... and it's awesome. Very little input lag that I can tell. Battery seems to last forever as well

My concern is if you're in bed, your arms will get tired/sore if you're trying to hold up a tablet or controller. At least if you're lying flat. If you can sit up and hold it in your lap, you're fine.

I have another suggestion. The Moga controller you linked is very cheap, but also very bad. Won't work with most apps and doesn't even have a d-pad. I understand you're on a very limited budget.

What about a Sony Xperia Play? It's even older and less powerful than the Moto E, so you can write off PSP emulation entirely. But none of the devices you're looking at would do PSP well anyway. The Xperia Play has a slide out gamepad, it can still play PS1 and GBA games, and it sells for only around $50 used.

If you want to get a tablet, while the Ipega 9023 or similar telescoping controllers may seem like the only way to go, you can really use any bluetooth controller as long as you have a way of propping it up. Hell, you don't even need bluetooth - if the tablet supports USB OTG (and most should), you can hook up a wired controller, and those could be even cheaper. Of course then you have to buy a USB OTG cable, around $5.

You could afford a used Amazon Fire tablet for around $28, leaving you $20 for a controller. That's enough for this full-sized Matricom controller. Then you'd just have to figure out a way to prop up your tablet. If you are able to put an inclined flat surface on your lap (or your knees, if you are able to raise them), you can rest the tablet there.

I've had really good results with a similar controller.

https://smile.amazon.com/BEBONCOOL-Controller-Triggers-Wireless-Bluetooth/dp/B07Q1WVZNZ/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=beboncool&qid=1558020689&s=electronics&sr=1-1

I'm late to the party but this is a lightning deal on Amazon for 30 more minutes. $37.99 USD.

GameSir G4s Bluetooth Wireless Gaming Controller for Android/Windows/VR https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HNXGKT6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_d6FJybNJ3F7WB

with something like this

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B013G4CHD4

just use an otg with it.

and get the displaylink app too.

I been using a Xbox One X controller with this clip you have to remove the rectangular piece that's inside the holder that's being held by adhesive before you put your Xbox controller in it. I played mostly N64 games using that controller without any issues.