Head-to-head · Neo Geo Emulators
MVSPSP vs NeoCD-Libretro
MVSPSP leads on 2 checks, NeoCD-Libretro on 0, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreMVSPSP · 8.2/10
- Free planboth
MVSPSP scores higher on our rubric for neo geo emulators: 8.2 against 7.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #5 and #8.
MVSPSP offers aes emulation; NeoCD-Libretro doesn't. MVSPSP offers mvs emulation; NeoCD-Libretro doesn't.
MVSPSP is the better fit for free AES/MVS emulation on PSP. NeoCD-Libretro is the better fit for free Neo Geo CD emulation with save features.
- MVSPSP fits best
Free AES/MVS emulation on PSP
- NeoCD-Libretro fits best
Free Neo Geo CD emulation with save features
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Side by side
| Feature | MVSPSP 8.2/10 Visit ↗ | NeoCD-Libretro 7.6/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.2 | 7.6 |
| Ranking | #5 in Neo Geo Emulators | #8 in Neo Geo Emulators |
| Best for | Free AES/MVS emulation on PSP | Free Neo Geo CD emulation with save features |
| Pricing model | Free | Free |
| Starting price | Free plan | Free plan |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Built for | Solo | Solo, Small business |
| Features MVSPSP 2/6 · NeoCD-Libretro 2/6 | ||
| AES emulation | ✓ (best) | — |
| MVS emulation | ✓ (best) | — |
| Neo Geo CD support | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Related SNK arcade | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Netplay | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Save states | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Specs | ||
| Supported platforms | PSP | Windows, Linux, Raspberry Pi |
| Our review | ||
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| Our verdict | MVSPSP is a free, open-source emulator focused on Neo Geo MVS and AES game software on PSP. It is intended for PSP owners working in Homebrew Enabler or custom firmware environments who want a narrowly focused Neo Geo emulator. The project… Read the review → |
NeoCD-Libretro is a free, open-source libretro core for emulating Neo Geo CD software through RetroArch. It is aimed at players who want Neo Geo CD support across Windows, Linux, or Raspberry Pi, with options for both disc-image handling… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
MVSPSP — where it wins
- Supports both Neo Geo MVS and AES emulation
- Free, open-source project under the GPL-3.0 license
- Includes game cache creation for supported titles
Where it doesn't
- Designed specifically for PSP rather than multiple platforms
- Game caches must be created before supported titles can be used
- Requires Homebrew Enabler or custom firmware environments
NeoCD-Libretro — where it wins
- Hardware-level Neo Geo CD-ROM emulation
- Supports CUE and MAME CHD disc images
- Savestates, rewind, region selection, and CD speed controls
Where it doesn't
- Requires RetroArch as a libretro core host
- Does not support Neo Geo AES or MVS
- Platform support centers on Windows, Linux, and Raspberry Pi
- MVSPSP8.2/10 · Free plan
A focused, free PSP emulator for Neo Geo MVS and AES game software.
Visit MVSPSPFull verdict → - NeoCD-Libretro7.6/10 · Free plan
A free, open-source Neo Geo CD core with broad image, audio, and save support.
Visit libretroFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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