Atari Lynx vs Neo Geo Pocket Comparison
Compare Atari Lynx vs Neo Geo Pocket side by side. Below you'll find a detailed comparison of specifications, features, and prices for these gaming handhelds.
Basic Info
Release Date
1989 / 09
1998 / 10
System
Soc
Mikey (VLSI custom CMOS)
Toshiba TLCS900H
Cpu
VLSI VL65NC02 (6502-based)
Toshiba TLCS900H
Cpu Cores
1
1
Cpu Threads
Cpu Clock Speed
4 MHz (3.6 MHz average)
6.144 MHz
Architecture
8-bit
16-bit
Gpu
Suzy (16-bit custom CMOS)
Custom
Gpu Clock Speed
Ram
64 KB 120ns DRAM
12 KB main RAM
Display
Screen Size
3.5 inches
2.6 inches
Screen Type
Backlit LCD
Monochrome LCD
Resolution
160 x 102
160 x 152
Ppi
Aspect Ratio
Screen Lens
Plastic
Controls
D Pad
Digital
Micro-switched stick
Analogs
None
None
Face Buttons
A, B, Option
A, B
Shoulder Buttons
None
None
Extra Buttons
Power
Option
Sensors
Hardware
Battery
6 AA batteries
2 AAA batteries
Storage
ROM cartridge (128KB-1MB)
Game cartridge
Charge Port
External power port
None
Dimensions
Not specified
122 x 74 x 24 mm
Weight
Not specified
130g
Shell Material
Plastic
Plastic
Connectivity
Connectivity
ComLynx port
Link cable port
Video Output
None
None
Audio Output
Built-in speaker, headphone jack
Built-in speaker
Speaker
Mono (Lynx I), Stereo (Lynx II)
Mono
Features
Rumble
No
No
Volume Control
Yes
Volume wheel
Brightness Control
Yes (Lynx II only)
None
Power Control
Power switch
Power switch
Gaming
Emulation Limit
-
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