Nintendo Game Boy Color Handheld System Kiwi Model CGB-001 w/ Tetris
Bottom line: The Nintendo Game Boy Color Handheld System Kiwi Model CGB-001 w/ Tetris is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro consoles 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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Manufacturer description
Selling a Kiwi Nintendo Game Boy Color handheld system, Model CGB-001 with Tetris. The Game Boy and game have been cleaned and tested and works perfectly. The screen has no dead pixels. The console has some scratches and dings and the game is a bit rough. The battery cover is missing but the battery terminal is in excellent shape with no corrosion. See pictures for full condition details. Payment must be made within 48 hours of purchase.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Nintendo Game Boy Color Handheld System Kiwi Model CGB-001 w/ Tetris 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.
Common buyer scenarios for retro consoles 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.
Full Specifications
| power | 2x AA batteries |
|---|---|
| display_type | Color LCD |
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