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CPU1 field
| Specification | Playdate | Evercade Nexus |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | STM32F7 ARM Cortex-M7 at 180 MHz. | Quad-core 1.5GHz |
GPU (Graphics)4 fields
| Specification | Playdate | Evercade Nexus |
|---|---|---|
| AI Upscaling | No | — |
| Advanced Ray Tracing | No | — |
| Compute Power | Not applicable (microcontroller). | — |
| Graphics Engine | Software-rendered 1-bit graphics. | — |
GAMING OUTPUT3 fields
| Specification | Playdate | Evercade Nexus |
|---|---|---|
| Max Resolution | 2.7-inch 1-bit memory LCD at 400 × 240 (no backlight). | 5.89 inches IPS, 840 x 512 pixels, 500+ nits |
| Refresh Rate | Up to 50 fps. | — |
| VRR & HDR | No | — |
LAUNCH DATE2 fields
| Specification | Playdate | Evercade Nexus |
|---|---|---|
| Released | 18 April 2022 (first shipments) | Expected 2026-10-30 |
| Status | Available | Coming soon; expected 2026-10-30 |
BODY4 fields
| Specification | Playdate | Evercade Nexus |
|---|---|---|
| Build | — | Textured rear grip, customisable RGB light-up logo |
| Colors | — | Black |
| Dimensions | — | 215 x 111 x 34 mm |
| Weight | — | 410 g |
MEMORY1 field
| Specification | Playdate | Evercade Nexus |
|---|---|---|
| System Memory | 16 MB RAM. | 512MB DDR |
SOUND1 field
| Specification | Playdate | Evercade Nexus |
|---|---|---|
| Audio | — | Front-facing dual stereo speakers; 3.5mm jack: Yes |
COMMUNICATION5 fields
| Specification | Playdate | Evercade Nexus |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Hardware present but not enabled. | Wireless headphone support |
| Ethernet | No | — |
| HDMI | None (handheld screen only). | No (no TV/HDMI out) |
| USB Ports | 1 × USB-C for charging and sideloading. | USB Type-C |
| WLAN | 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi for game downloads. | Wi-Fi 6 (2.4GHz/5GHz) for updates |
BATTERY3 fields
| Specification | Playdate | Evercade Nexus |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | — | 5+ hours (manufacturer) |
| Capacity | — | 5000 mAh |
| Charging Type | — | USB-C, 5V/2A (adapter not included) |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION5 fields
| Specification | Playdate | Evercade Nexus |
|---|---|---|
| In the Box | — | Console, Banjo-Kazooie Double Pack cartridge (Banjo-Kazooie and Banjo-Tooie), USB-C to USB-A cable, quick start guide |
| Launch Price | — | €199.99 (Standard Edition) — Europe; €229.99 (Nexus 64 Edition (Funstock exclusive, 2000 units)) — Europe; £169.99 (Standard Edition) — UK; £189.99 (Nexus 64 Edition (Funstock exclusive, 2000 units)) — UK |
| Launch Price (USD) | $179.00 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) | $199.99 (Standard Edition), $229.99 (Nexus 64 Edition (Funstock exclusive, 2000 units)) (US launch price) |
| Multiplayer | — | EverSync local wireless multiplayer |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦251,000 | ₦280,000 – ₦322,000 (estimate, converted from US launch price) |
STORAGE2 fields
| Specification | Playdate | Evercade Nexus |
|---|---|---|
| Expandable | Not expandable. | Evercade cartridge slot (all existing Evercade cartridges) |
| Internal Storage | 4 GB flash. | 4GB eMMC |
CONTROLLER1 field
| Specification | Playdate | Evercade Nexus |
|---|---|---|
| Controller | Built-in D-pad, two face buttons and a fold-out hand crank used as a controller. | Layout: Dual analog sticks, D-pad, face buttons, rear bumpers and triggers; Other: TATE mode for vertical play |
PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENT2 fields
| Specification | Playdate | Evercade Nexus |
|---|---|---|
| Backward Compatibility | Playdate Season games (24 titles delivered over 12 weeks) plus Catalog store and sideloaded games. | All existing Evercade cartridges |
| Game Boost | No | — |