# Retroid Pocket Nova pre order start time, countdown clock, and available models at launch > Source: > Published: 2026-06-26 13:59:30+00:00 👋 Newsletters Subscribe to our newsletters Sign up for our free, weekly newsletter! Subscribe By signing up, you acknowledge our privacy policy and may receive occasional deal communications; you can unsubscribe anytime. 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Read More Table of Contents When can you pre order the Retroid Pocket Nova? Prime Day deals June 26 June 27 Pocket Nova launch models – how much do they cost? Prime Day is coming — don’t miss the deals Anyone interested in retro gaming handhelds should probably be interested in the Retroid Pocket Nova. It was first teased earlier this week, and now we know pretty much know everything there is to know about it. This includes key details such as its specs, price, and accessories. The retro 4:3 handheld will be available to pre-order on June 26 / June 27, depending on your time zone. The Nova’s product page is already live on the Retroid store, but pre-orders are still pending at the time of writing this. That will soon change, as the two available (8GB RAM and 12GB RAM) models go on sale at the same time. It’s also available in seven different colorways, including some of Retroid’s usual designs such as 16-bit, GC (GameCube), and a bog-standard Black option. Sign up for our free, weekly newsletter! Subscribe By signing up, you acknowledge our privacy policy and may receive occasional deal communications; you can unsubscribe anytime.Leave this field empty if you’re human: When can you pre order the Retroid Pocket Nova? Retroid has revealed that the Pocket Nova will be available from 9 AM BJT (Beijing Time) on June 27. That translates to 9 PM on June 26 for the East Coast of the U.S. We’ve put together a wider list of regions below to help you figure out how that works out in your local time. Prime Day deals Prime Day is officially here, and we've found all the best deals on tech and gaming. AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D - was $479 now $433.99 Samsung 32" Odyssey G55C - was $329 now $189 Samsung SSD 9100 PRO 2TB - was $679.99 now $349.99 Hisense 100" U7 Mini-LED - was $4,499 now $2,499.99 ASUS ROG AMD RX 9070 XT & 9800X3D Gaming PC - was $2,299.99 now $2,119.99 Prices correct as of June 23rd on Amazon.com. June 26 Los Angeles – 6 PM PDT Denver – 7 PM MDT Chicago – 8 PM CDT New York – 9 PM EDT June 27 London – 2 AM BST Berlin – 3 AM CEST Mumbai – 6:30 AM IST Beijing – 9 AM BJT Tokyo – 10 AM JST Sydney – 11 AM AEST Auckland – 1 PM NZST Our countdown clock below is also ticking down to the exact time pre-orders are due to arrive. Keep in mind that it will disappear once expired, so if you don’t see a timer, then the Pocket Nova is already available. Source: Retroid Pocket Official Discord Pocket Nova launch models – how much do they cost? There are two different variants of the Pocket Nova – the entry-level 8GB RAM variant, or a more expensive model that ships with 12GB. The pricing also differs slightly based on the color/design you choose, with Retroid’s typical designs being $5 cheaper. Below you can find full pricing details, starting from $229 in the United States. All models ship with 128GB UFS 3.1 storage. Prime Day is coming — don’t miss the deals Get ready for exclusive savings with Prime. Ages 18–24 can get a 6-month Prime trial for $0 Start your Prime trial → 8GB + 128GB (Black, 16-bit, GC): $229 8GB + 128GB (Ice Blue, Crystal, Watermelon, Clear Purple): $234 12GB + 128GB (Black, 16-bit, GC): $269 12GB + 128GB (Ice Blue, Crystal, Watermelon, Clear Purple): $274 A pre-order bonus also means all these models come with a free Bumped Back Shell + Tempered Glass Screen Protector. Retroid has previously struggled to maintain stock of its higher RAM variants. It was forced to discontinue the 12GB RAM version of its flagship Pocket 6 handheld before announcing its return a few months later. With that in mind, we may see 12GB versions of the new Pocket Nova fly off shelves faster than its 8GB sibling, depending on whether fans deem the $40 mark-up worth it. 1212Would you buy a bare bones Steam Machine?Would you buy a variant of the Steam Machine with no RAM and/or no SSD and install them separately to help save on costs? No, I want the Steam Machine to be complete Yes, I would buy a RAM-less version Yes, I would buy an SSD-less version I'd buy a bare bones version with neither component About the Author Jack Goodall At PC Guide, Jack is mostly responsible for reporting on hardware deals. He also specializes in monitors, TVs, and headsets and can be found putting his findings together in a review or best-of guide. Load More You can trust PC Guide Our team of experts use a combination of independent consumer research, in-depth testing where appropriate - which will be flagged as such, and market analysis when recommending products, software and services. 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