Which build?

We currently provide our build for Batocera (x86) and RetroBat. Which one you choose is up to you and depends on how you're going to use it, or just your personal preference.

Batocera:

Batocera is a highly customized emulator system built on Linux. It shines in terms of emulation efficiency, with benchmarks indicating that, in some cases, its emulator efficiency even surpasses that of the Windows environment. However, it's important to note that Batocera is based on the Linux system, which might present a learning curve and challenges for those unfamiliar with Linux. If you have limited computer knowledge, you might need some time to adapt to and understand the system's intricacies.
It is great if you have a dedicated PC hooked up to your TV to run it on, or in an Arcade Cabinet as another example. It can also be installed to removable media such as a USB drive and moved between multiple PCs, even taken to a friends house :)

RetroBat:

While Retrobat slightly lags behind Batocera in terms of emulation efficiency, it excels in the Windows environment, particularly for novice users. It offers solid Windows drivers and modification environments, making it extremely user-friendly. Moreover, Retrobat provides practical features such as streaming and multitasking, enhancing your gaming experience. Retrobat does come with some considerations. For instance, due to Windows' security policies and antivirus software, certain programs and games might be erroneously blocked, requiring some troubleshooting.
You can also run RetroBat on a dedicated PC (if you have one) but for those that just have a single (Windows) PC at home, then go with RetroBat. If you are running on a dedicated PC, then you will have the overhead of managing and updating Windows itself (Security updates, driver updates etc), plus you can guarantee it will want to do a major update just as you have 10mins spare for a quick blast on your favourite retro game! :) It can also be transferred between PCs if it's on removable storage, as long as the PC you are plugging it into has all the pre-requisites installed.

Summary:

All in all, for those grappling with the decision of which emulator system to choose, you can weigh the pros and cons of Batocera and Retrobat based on your needs, technical proficiency, and device specifications. Batocera shines in emulation efficiency, especially for lower-performance devices. On the other hand, Retrobat is more suitable for novice users, providing a user-friendly experience and practical features. Regardless of your choice, you can immerse yourself in the world of gaming enjoyment.

We also have a legacy build for RetroBat called "The One Build"

The RGS build vs The One Build - The general advice is not to mix the builds as they have subtly different customisations. At this point I'd say move to the RGS build as that's the one we're developing and growing going forward. The One Build is now complete. 95% of what was in the One Build is already in the RGS build. Plus the RGS build has some custom systems that aren't in the One Build. We plan to bring the rest of the One Build systems to the RGS build. We're also creating "Lite" packs for the RGS build so people can choose between full packs like the 1.4TB PS3 pack, or a smaller 'Best Of' pack, similar to what was in The One Build.