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