Portable gaming devices are no longer limited to traditional consoles, with several brands now offering Android and Windows-based handhelds designed for retro gaming, cloud streaming and PC titles. Over the past few years, the handheld gaming segment has expanded beyond companies such as Nintendo and Valve, as newer manufacturers focus on combining smartphone-grade processors and larger batteries into compact gaming devices. Many of these handhelds are also designed to support multiple use cases beyond gaming, including media streaming, Android applications and online multiplayer connectivity. At the same time, features such as active cooling systems, OLED displays and cloud gaming support are becoming increasingly common across premium portable gaming devices. From retro emulation-focused systems to handhelds capable of running PC and AAA titles, here are some gaming consoles worth considering in 2026.…