The Anbernic RG G01 controller is a tri‑mode smart gamepad that builds on the company’s earlier RG P01 by adding a 2.5‑inch display and a built‑in heart rate monitor. It targets PC, Nintendo Switch, and mobile players who want on‑device customization, wellness tracking, and low‑latency inputs. The pad’s smart screen lets you remap buttons, tune macros, and check your pulse without tabbing out to software on your PC or phone. Early footage and spec sheets show a compact shell with four programmable rear buttons, anti‑drift sticks, dual‑mode triggers, and a 1000 Hz polling rate for wired and wireless play.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Connectivity | Tri‑mode (BT 5.0, 2.4GHz, Wired) |
| Polling Rate | 1000 Hz (Wired & Wireless) |
| Display | 2.5″ Smart IPS Screen |
| Sensors | Heart Rate Monitor, 6‑Axis Gyro |
| Extra Inputs | 4x Programmable Back Buttons |
| Joysticks | Purple Kirin (Anti‑drift) xda- |
| Platforms | PC, Switch, iOS, Android |
RG G01 platforms, screen, and heart rate sensor
Anbernic positions the RG G01 as a cross‑platform controller for PC, Steam, Linux, Switch, Android, and iOS, delivered through Bluetooth 5.0, 2.4 GHz wireless, and wired USB‑C. The centerpiece is a 2.5‑inch HD IPS “smart screen” in the middle of the pad, which the company uses for input tweaks, macros, and status displays. The headline feature is the integrated heart rate monitor in the grips, feeding your live BPM to that display and enabling a pulse alert system, though Anbernic has not detailed exactly how those alerts will work yet.
What does the RG G01 heart rate monitor actually do?
The heart rate monitor reads your pulse from sensors under your palms and shows your BPM on the built‑in screen while you play.
Does the RG G01 have a pulse alarm?
Yes, Anbernic says the controller includes a pulse alarm, but it has not shared what thresholds or behaviors you can configure yet.
Can you use the RG G01 with phones and handheld PCs?
The tri‑mode wireless stack and USB‑C port mean the RG G01 can hook up to mobile devices and handheld PCs that support standard Bluetooth or wired controllers.
Anbernic RG G01 controller inputs, rear buttons, and macros
At a basic level, the Anbernic RG G01 controller sticks close to a modern asymmetric layout with a pivot‑style D‑pad, standard face buttons, and a six‑axis gyro for motion aiming on supported platforms. Around the back, you get four programmable rear buttons that can be bound to single inputs or macro sequences through the smart screen interface, no desktop app required. The controller builds on the macro focus of the cheaper RG P01 but gives you more direct control over mapping and storage right on the device.
How many rear buttons does the RG G01 have?
The RG G01 has four rear buttons that you can program for extra inputs or macros.
Can you program macros without PC software?
Yes, macros and button remaps are handled on the smart screen, so you do not need a separate PC utility for basic setup.
Does the RG G01 support motion controls?
The controller includes a six‑axis gyroscope, so you can use motion aiming in games and platforms that support it.
Sticks, triggers, and polling rate on the RG G01
Under the shell, the Anbernic RG G01 controller uses “Purple Kirin” electro‑inductive joysticks that are pitched as an anti‑drift evolution of Hall effect designs. Dual‑mode triggers can switch between full analog travel for racers and a short, micro‑switch style throw for FPS, and Anbernic pairs that with trigger locks so you can hard‑limit travel when you want quicker shots. The company also rates the pad for a 1000 Hz polling rate in both wired and wireless modes, which lines it up with many tournament‑grade mouse and keyboard setups on PC.
What is the RG G01 polling rate?
Anbernic lists a 1000 Hz polling rate in both wired and 2.4 GHz wireless modes.
Does the RG G01 help with stick drift?
The Purple Kirin electro‑inductive joysticks are marketed as anti‑drift sticks, which should reduce the chance of phantom input over time compared with many standard analog modules.
Are the triggers adjustable for different genres?
Yes, you can flip the RG G01 triggers between a linear mode better suited to racing titles and a micro‑switch mode for shooters, with trigger locks available for shorter travel.
Design, colorways, and what is still unknown about the Anbernic RG G01 controller
The Anbernic RG G01 controller comes in three confirmed color schemes: black, white, and yellow, with some trims using transparent sections so you can see the rumble motors and internal hardware. The pad uses asymmetric vibration motors and a compact shell that sits closer to an Xbox‑style profile than a flat retro controller, with a curved display that follows the top contour. Anbernic has not shared the exact weight, battery capacity, or price yet, only describing the controller as “coming soon” and positioning it above the cheaper RG P01 in the line‑up.
Is the RG G01 out yet?
No, Anbernic and press previews describe the RG G01 as “coming soon,” with no final release date.
How many color options does the RG G01 have?
The controller is confirmed in black, white, and yellow colorways.
Will the RG G01 cost more than the RG P01?
Outlets expect it to be more expensive than the roughly 18‑dollar RG P01 due to the display and extra hardware, but Anbernic has not announced a price.
