EverDrive GB X3 Clear
Bottom line: The EverDrive GB X3 Clear is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the games & cartridges category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ SUPPORTS 99% Game Boy and Game Boy Color games
- ✓ Backed by EVERDRIVE's warranty and support channels
Cons
- ✗ Check the listed dimensions, connectors and platform compatibility against your setup before ordering
- ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated
Manufacturer description
Max ROM size: 8MByte.Max SAVE RAM size: 128KByte.Instant loading.Low power consumption.High quality 4-layers PCB.GameGenie cheat codes.Soft reset to menu.Supported mappers: MBC1, MBC2, MBC3, MBC5.SDHC/SDXC support.Compatible with all systems which supports Game Boy and Game Boy Color cartridges, including Super Game Boy*OS supports up to 1000 files per folder.PCB Rev.B (Fixed compatibility problems with Game Boy pocket).Difference with GB X5: reboot is required to save the current game progress.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored EverDrive GB X3 Clear using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the games & cartridges category. EVERDRIVE's games & cartridges lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for games & cartridges of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Key Features
- SUPPORTS 99% Game Boy and Game Boy Color games
- INSTANT LOADING
- SUPPORTED MAPPERS: MBC1, MBC2, MBC3, MBC5
- LOW POWER CONSUMPTION
- OS supports up to 1000 files per folder
Full Specifications
| Brand | EVERDRIVE |
|---|---|
| Rated | Everyone |
| Release date | January 1, 2018 |
| Type of item | Video Game |
| SUPPORTED MAPPERS | MBC1, MBC2, MBC3, MBC5 |
| Package Dimensions | 5.67 x 5.51 x 1.02 inches; 3.53 ounces |
Hardware benchmark data
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