: These represent the "best value" tier. Devices like the VONTAR X4 or X96 Max+ are affordable and run the majority of retro consoles up to the PS1 flawlessly, with "mixed" to "good" performance on N64 and Dreamcast depending on the specific core used. Best Systems to Emulate on EmuELEC
: Insert the card into your device. You may need to use the "Toothpick Method" (holding the reset button inside the AV jack while plugging in power) to force the device to boot from the SD card. emuelec supported platforms best
Below is a breakdown of the best platforms for running EmuELEC as of early 2026. : These represent the "best value" tier