RetroTINK-6X CE

The RetroTINK-6X CE redefines what's possible in an entry-level retro gaming video processor. Built on the same 12-bit linear light pipeline as the RetroTINK-4K, it delivers native 2560x1440 output, true HDR10, energy conservation scanlines and masks, variable MPRT black frame insertion, and meticulously crafted profiles for everything from sharp pixels to full CRT simulation.

More details can be found in our announcement post.

Outputs

• HD Digital Video up to 2560x1440p60. 
  • Flexible output modes including 480p, 1080p, 1440p at various refresh rates (60/120/etc.) up to a 300 MHz pixel clock.
  • Custom modelines possible via a text file on the SD card
• Fully buffered video (drop-free on input changes), Gen Locked and Frame Locked sync modes
• HDR10 output with full color correction to Rec. 2020
• User selectable colorimetry (Rec. 709, Rec. 2020, sRGB, etc.)
• High frame rate output modes: 1080p120
• Optional deep color output for compatible displays

Inputs

• Wide array of inputs that support virtually every single format out of the box
• HD15/VGA:
  • RGBHV
  • RGBS
  • RGsB
  • YPbPr
  • S-Video
  • Composite
• SCART
  • RGBS
  • RGsB
  • YPbPr
  • S-Video
  • Composite
• Rear RCA
  • YPbPr
  • RGsB
  • Composite
• Front Composite
• Front S-Video
• Analog audio input up to 192 kHz/24-bit wth full gain control
• Optical TOSLINK audio input supporting 2-Ch LPCM or compressed surround
• Audio input can be independently selected of video source

Analog Video

• Automatic gain calibration
• Automatic input cropping to trim borders
• Full control of gain, offset and sample rate
• Robust composite/S-video decoder with multi-region support (NTSC, PAL, PAL-60, SECAM)

Scaling

• Fully flexible, custom cropping and zooming in the horizontal and vertical space independent of other settings
• Automatic aspect ratio correction to 4:3 or 16:9
• Motion Adaptive deinterlacing

CRT Simulation

• Multiple CRT beam profiles
• Fully configurable CRT beam strength and intensity modulation
• Adjustable CRT masks and strength
• Interlaced video simulation with offset scanlines
• LCD simulation patterns that automatically adapt to scaling, including non-integer factors

Image Processing

• End to end RGB pipeline with internal 12-bit precision
• Conventional gamma and approximated modes to minimize quantization error
• Advanced and fully configurable gamma and perceptual quantizer (HDR)
• Advanced color gamut transforms to simulate different display technologies
• Linear light processing

Profiles

• User profiles stored on SD card
• Profiles can be assigned to 1-12 buttons on remote
• Auto-load profile on powerup
• Includes profiles made by legends FireBrandX and Wobbling Pixels

User Interface 

• Advanced OSD menu based system
• Custom branded remote control
• Firmware upgradable via SD card

Product Contents

• RetroTINK-6X CE Unit
• SD Card with pre-loaded software and profiles
• Remote Control
• USB-A to USB-C power cord
• Due to wide range of international plug types as well as product liability with AC adapters, we are not including a power brick. You may use any USB source supplying at least 5V / 2A.

User Manual

The user manual is hosted at the RetroTINK Wiki and is updated as new features are added.

Firmware Updates

Official updates can be found on the Firmware Repository or Wiki.

Discord

Join the RetroTINK Discord for live assistance.

The RT6X delivers flagship-derived video processing at an exceptionally accessible price point. It is designed for enthusiasts who want to get the best possible results from original hardware and analog video. We want to help you determine whether the RT6X is the right solution for your setup, or whether another solution would better meet your needs.

The RT6X is an upscaler and video processor, not an emulator or re-rendering device. Final image quality depends on the original signal, the condition and configuration of your console, the cables used, the RT6X settings, and the capabilities of your display.

Please use the highest-quality video output supported by your console. Composite video (yellow RCA) is the lowest-quality analog video format and cannot deliver image quality comparable to S-Video, Component (YPbPr), or RGB. Most example images, videos, and built-in RT6X profiles are based on these higher-quality video connections. Before purchasing, please review the examples for your console and video connection to understand the image quality you should expect.

Before purchasing, please review the example images, videos, compatibility information, known limitations, and the RetroTINK Wiki so you understand the expected results for your equipment.

The RT6X assumes a correctly functioning console and supported AV configuration. It cannot restore detail absent from the original signal or correct problems caused by faulty or improperly configured consoles, cartridges, cables, power supplies, modifications, adapters, displays, or other third-party equipment.

Many image-quality and compatibility issues are ultimately traced to source equipment, console configuration, cables, display settings, or other components outside the RT6X.

The RT6X is intended for modern displays capable of at least 1080p. Operation below 1080p or use as a downscaler is unsupported.

RetroTINK technical support covers the RT6X itself in documented, supported configurations. It does not include diagnosing, configuring, or validating consoles, modifications, cables, displays, receivers, capture devices, or complete AV systems.

Support for modified consoles and nonstandard video outputs is not provided. Please contact your modder or the manufacturer of the modification for assistance.

Technical support is provided exclusively through the official RetroTINK Discord server. Email support is exclusively reserved for order-related matters, including shipping, returns, and warranty service.

If you are unsure whether the RT6X is the right solution for your setup, please ask on Discord before purchasing.

This is not a pre-order: all orders ship from stock. Fulfillment starts the week of August 24th, 2026. Depending on volume, it may take a few days to two weeks before the warehouse ships your unit.

US orders: Only standard shipping is available at launch. Delivery takes between 5 to 10 working days after your order ships. USPS last-mile tracking may not go live until a few days later. This is normal.

International orders: Non-US orders are shipped via DHL Express under DDP terms; delivery takes roughly one week. All taxes, duties, and import fees are collected at checkout. The courier will not charge you anything on delivery.

Please make sure your address, phone number, and email are entered correctly. We are unable to make changes once an order is placed. Due to high volume, we respectfully ask that you hold shipping status inquiries until two weeks after your order date.