Atari Lynx vs Tapwave Zodiac Comparison
Compare Atari Lynx vs Tapwave Zodiac 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
2003 / 11
System
Soc
Mikey (VLSI custom CMOS)
Motorola i.MX-1 ARM9
Cpu
VLSI VL65NC02 (6502-based)
Motorola i.MX-1 ARM9
Cpu Cores
1
Cpu Threads
Cpu Clock Speed
4 MHz (3.6 MHz average)
200 MHz
Architecture
8-bit
Gpu
Suzy (16-bit custom CMOS)
ATI Imageon W4200
Gpu Clock Speed
Ram
64 KB 120ns DRAM
10 MB System DRAM
Display
Screen Size
3.5 inches
3.8 inches
Screen Type
Backlit LCD
Transflective backlit LCD
Resolution
160 x 102
480×320
Ppi
Aspect Ratio
3:2
Screen Lens
Controls
D Pad
Digital
Analogs
None
Face Buttons
A, B, Option
Shoulder Buttons
None
Extra Buttons
Power
Sensors
Hardware
Battery
6 AA batteries
Rechargeable Lithium (1540 mAh)
Storage
ROM cartridge (128KB-1MB)
32 MB (Zodiac 1) or 128 MB (Zodiac 2)
Charge Port
External power port
Dimensions
Not specified
142 × 79 × 14 mm
Weight
Not specified
180 grams
Shell Material
Plastic
Connectivity
Connectivity
ComLynx port
Wi-Fi, Infrared, Bluetooth, USB 2.0
Video Output
None
Audio Output
Built-in speaker, headphone jack
Yamaha sound chip, stereo speakers, 3.5mm headphone jack
Speaker
Mono (Lynx I), Stereo (Lynx II)
Stereo
Features
Rumble
No
Volume Control
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes (Lynx II only)
Power Control
Power switch
Gaming
Emulation Limit
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