Linux Mainline Support Extended to Affordable ARM Gaming Handhelds
Linux Mainline Support Extended to Affordable ARM Gaming Handhelds: Powkiddy X55 Gets First Patch
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Linux Mainline Support Extended to Affordable ARM Gaming Handhelds: Powkiddy X55 Gets First Patch
Developer Submits New Patch, Bringing Linux Mainline Support to ARM Handheld Gaming Devices in the $100-200 Range.
December 6th Update: Developer Chris Morgan has recently submitted relevant patches, providing Linux kernel mainline support for the Powkiddy X55 handheld gaming console.
If handheld gaming devices like the Steam Deck or ASUS Zephyrus are beyond your budget, or if you simply enjoy classic games, the release of this patch is undoubtedly significant news. It signifies that ARM-based handhelds priced below $200 can now enjoy Linux mainline support.
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The Powkiddy X55 is a relatively basic gaming console with a starting price of $109. It features a 5.5-inch IPS screen with a resolution of 1280*720 and is powered by the Rockchip RK3566 SoC.
Morgan indicates that support for the Powkiddy X55 gaming console is just the first step, and future efforts will continue to expand support for ARM handhelds in the $100-$200 range (approximately ¥716 – ¥1432 RMB at the current exchange rates).
What are the benefits of adding Linux Mainline support? This means developers can more easily port and synchronize performance, security, and feature updates.
One of the systems mentioned is JELOS (Just Enough Linux Operating System), an open-source GNU/Linux distribution designed for gaming consoles with x86 or ARM chips.
Currently, JELOS is suitable for handhelds with custom kernels and also provides support for Anbernic and ODROID gaming consoles equipped with the following chips:
- Rockchip RK3326 (4 x Cortex-A35 CPU cores & Mali-G31 GPU)
- Rockchip RK3399 (2 x Cortex-A72, 4 x Cortex-A53 CPU cores & Mali-G860MP4 GPU)
- Amlogic S922X (4 x Cortex-A73, 2 x Cortex-A53 CPU cores & Mali-G52MP6 GPU)
- Amlogic A311D (4 x Cortex-A73, 2 x Cortex-A53 CPU cores & Mali-G52MP4 GPU)
