# I Bought Every Temu Handheld Gaming Console

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**Created:** [November 4, 2026, 2:00pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/i-bought-every-temu-handheld-gaming-console/40379 "2026-11-04T14:00:08Z")\
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The creator tests six budget handheld gaming consoles from Temu, finding most to be cheaply made with various flaws, though the R36H model stands out for its decent build quality and smooth retro game emulation. Despite issues like poor controls, limited functionality, and save problems, some devices offer surprisingly good value for their price, especially after software tweaks.

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**Post date:** [November 4, 2026, 2:21pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/i-bought-every-temu-handheld-gaming-console/40379/3 "2026-11-04T14:21:03Z")

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In this video, the creator purchases six handheld gaming consoles from Temu, spending a total of $250 Canadian, and sets out to test their quality and performance. The first device, called “block game good memories,” is described as cheaply made with minimal packaging and poor build quality. Despite its large screen, it lacks batteries and functionality, making it one of the worst in the batch. The creator quickly moves on, skeptical about the overall value of these budget consoles.

The next few devices show varying degrees of quality and design inspiration, often resembling popular consoles like the Nintendo Switch or PSP but with clear knockoff elements. The R36H stands out with a small, lightweight design, stereo speakers, and internal battery, featuring a retro operating system called Arc OS with multiple preloaded games. Other models like the R40 and a similar R36S variant show improvements in ergonomics, button feel, and build quality, with some even including protective foam and carrying pouches.

When testing gameplay, the R36H impresses with smooth emulation of classic games like Crash Bandicoot on the PlayStation 1, despite its small screen. In contrast, the “Teu Switch” knockoff performs poorly with bad controls and a noisy speaker. The PSP-inspired consoles provide a better gaming experience, with larger displays and more playable titles, although their operating systems are more basic and lack some modern emulation options.

The R40 and similar models share the same Rock Chip RK 3326 chipset, resulting in comparable gaming performance. However, some consoles face issues like lacking pre-installed emulators or problems with reading memory cards, complicating their usability. The creator notes recurring problems with game saves and the need to restart devices to switch games, which can lead to lost progress. A common recommendation is to flash a clean version of Arc OS onto a new SD card to improve reliability.

Ultimately, while many of the Temu handheld consoles are cheaply made and flawed, a few, particularly the R36H, offer surprisingly decent gaming experiences for their price. The video concludes with a lighthearted endorsement of the “block game” devices and a thank you to viewers, encouraging them to like and subscribe for more content.