Super Nintendo Mini Classic Edition SNES CLV-201 Authentic Tested READ
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Manufacturer description
Tested and working with minor issue. Please note that the power cord port is a LITTLE loose, and you may need to wiggle it and make sure it is sitting flat and straight to make connection. The front controller cover of the console is missing. No USB power brick included. Contents: -Console -Controller -USB cable -HDMI cable
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SpecPicks scored Super Nintendo Mini Classic Edition SNES CLV-201 Authentic Tested READ using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro consoles category. Nintendo's retro consoles 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.
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