After a short period of teasers, Mangmi has shared the full specifications for its Pocket Max handheld, offering a clearer picture of what the retro-styled device is aiming to deliver. Rather than chasing novelty alone, the Pocket Max combines familiar handheld gaming design cues with relatively high-end mobile components, positioning it as a performance-focused Android-based system with customization in mind.
At the core of the Pocket Max is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 processor, a chipset that is no longer new but remains capable for emulation, Android gaming, and streaming workloads. It is paired with 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 128GB of UFS 3.1 storage, which should be sufficient for most users, especially with the inclusion of a microSD card slot for expansion. While newer chips exist, the Snapdragon 865 is a known quantity with strong driver support and predictable thermal behavior, which may explain Mangmi’s choice.
The display is one of the Pocket Max’s more notable features. It uses a 7-inch AMOLED panel with a 1920 x 1080 resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate. Support for HDR, a claimed 100,000:1 contrast ratio, and wide color coverage suggests Mangmi is prioritizing visual quality, particularly for fast-paced games and media consumption. The glass front panel extends beyond the active display area, giving the device a more modern appearance despite its retro influences.
On the control side, Mangmi is leaning into modularity. The Pocket Max includes asymmetric RGB TMR joysticks, Hall-effect triggers, and a six-axis gyroscope. The magnetically detachable ABXY and D-pad modules allow users to swap layouts depending on preference, while two rear buttons can be remapped for additional flexibility. This approach may appeal to players who switch between genres or emulation platforms frequently.
The device runs on Android 13 and includes an active cooling fan, a feature still uncommon in this category but increasingly necessary as handhelds push higher performance. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1, and video output via USB 3.1 Type-C, alongside a 3.5mm headphone jack. Power comes from an 8,000mAh battery with 27W fast charging, which should help offset the demands of the high-refresh-rate display.
Physically, the Pocket Max is on the larger and heavier side, measuring 254.87 x 101.06 x 17.45 mm and weighing 450 grams. It will be available in Black, White, and a Retro GB-inspired color option. Pricing and release timing have not yet been announced, though Mangmi has indicated more details are coming soon.
The Pocket Max enters a crowded and increasingly competitive handheld market, where differentiation often comes down to screen quality, controls, and software support rather than raw power alone. Mangmi’s focus on display performance, modular inputs, and cooling suggests it is targeting enthusiasts who value flexibility and sustained performance over cutting-edge silicon.
