Flashcarts compared
Flashcarts Compared
Three flashcarts dominate N64 use today. This page puts them side by side so you can choose with confidence. All three play backups well; the differences are in features, openness, and price.
| Feature | EverDrive-64 X5 | EverDrive-64 X7 | SummerCart64 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Play backups from SD | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cartridge save backup | Limited | Yes | Yes |
| USB transfer | No | Yes | Yes |
| 64DD emulation | No | No | Yes |
| Open-source | No | No | Yes |
| Relative price | Lowest | Higher | Varies |
Quick guidance
- Just want to play backups cheaply? EverDrive-64 X5.
- Want save backup and USB in a polished package? EverDrive-64 X7.
- Want 64DD emulation or open-source hardware? SummerCart64.
Region note for all three
Every cart here boots out-of-region backups by handling lockout itself. None of them convert the console's TV standard, so PAL output stays 50Hz and NTSC output stays 60Hz regardless of which cart you use.
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