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product_id: 426930208
title: "IPS Ready Upgraded eXtremeRate Emerald Green Custom Replacement Housing Shell for Gameboy Advance SP GBA SP – Compatible with Both IPS & Standard LCD – Console & Screen NOT Included"
brand: "extremerate"
price: "575 kr"
currency: NOK
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "E Xtreme Rate"
url: https://www.desertcart.no/products/426930208-ips-ready-upgraded-extremerate-emerald-green-custom-replacement-housing-shell
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# Full button set included IPS & Standard LCD compatible Precision molded ABS shell IPS Ready Upgraded eXtremeRate Emerald Green Custom Replacement Housing Shell for Gameboy Advance SP GBA SP – Compatible with Both IPS & Standard LCD – Console & Screen NOT Included

**Brand:** extremerate
**Price:** 575 kr
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🕹️ Elevate your GBA SP game with emerald elegance — don’t just play, stand out!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** IPS Ready Upgraded eXtremeRate Emerald Green Custom Replacement Housing Shell for Gameboy Advance SP GBA SP – Compatible with Both IPS & Standard LCD – Console & Screen NOT Included by extremerate
- **How much does it cost?** 575 kr with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.no](https://www.desertcart.no/products/426930208-ips-ready-upgraded-extremerate-emerald-green-custom-replacement-housing-shell)

## Best For

- extremerate enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted extremerate brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Perfect Fit & Finish:** Engineered with precise molds for a factory-fresh tactile feel—no creaks, gaps, or sharp edges.
- • **Modder-Approved Quality:** Trusted by the community for superior aftermarket quality that outperforms OEM shells at a fraction of the price.
- • **Customizable Console Style:** Compatible with eXtremeRate’s premium replacement buttons (sold separately) to personalize your handheld.
- • **Seamless IPS Screen Upgrade:** Designed for smooth installation with both IPS and standard LCD screens, future-proof your GBA SP mod.
- • **Premium Durable ABS Material:** Crafted from high-grade ABS for a robust, wear-resistant shell that feels as good as it looks.

## Overview

The eXtremeRate Emerald Green Replacement Housing Shell for Gameboy Advance SP is a premium, IPS-ready ABS shell designed for both IPS and standard LCD compatibility. It offers a precise fit with full button support, delivering a durable, mod-friendly upgrade that revitalizes your handheld with a unique, eye-catching emerald green finish. Installation requires moderate technical skill, supported by detailed video guides, making it the top choice for millennial modders seeking both style and performance.

## Description

desertcart.com: IPS Ready Upgraded eXtremeRate Emerald Green Custom Replacement Housing Shell for Gameboy Advance SP GBA SP – Compatible with Both IPS & Standard LCD – Console & Screen NOT Included : Video Games

Review: Better than OEM with a Single Exception - Just as with any review I want to preface this by saying I use my own tools and I generally use all the original OEM screws where possible. I have been modding multiple systems over the past year and I greatly enjoyed the quality of the shells that ExtremeRate has to offer (just wish that they offered an olive/swamp clear green color for the Rayquaza shell inserts) for both the GBA SP and the NDSL (I have reviewed those housings on desertcart as well). They're without a doubt one of the first names a recommend for reviving old consoles such as these. They're not only mod friendly (IPS ready) but they're also engineered well. Id go as far as saying theyre better than OEM shells (manufacturers have come a long ways since the GBA SP days). They have good tolerances which allow for a snappy, fresh out of the factory feel. A lot of shells out there just don't feel as tactile as these ones. When it really boils down to it, I am not sure you can this high of quality for this low of a price. Now onto the three I have bought, the two transparent ones are by far my favorite. The ABS material and finish make these not only feel good to the touch but also make them very wear resistant. The color of these two shells was just about what you'd expect from the photos. The only thing I'd say they should change is the "Emerald Green" is much more a sea green color (which my wife loved). However if they did make a shell that was the same color as the Pokémon Emerald color, I'd throw my money at them without hesitation. Now onto the golden boy. I have to say, I loved it for about a month and then the fingerprint magnet finish began to bother me a bit. If you simply want this as a display piece, this is the shell for you. Otherwise you may want to keep a polishing cloth nearby (in my case with in the carrying container I stored it in). There is nothing wrong with the functionality of the shell in fact it was just as good performance wise as the other two. I know this could be a topic that some might be curious about so here's my thought on the buttons that came with these kits. They're possibly the best buttons I have ever installed on a gaming device in years. They're very durable and they also fit excellent. I even bought some for a cheap Rayquaza shell I bought on desertcart because the Rayquaza shell buttons where smaller than the OEM. I'd highly recommend the membranes and buttons that come with these kits. The only troubles I had with the kits were the quality of the screws. I'd love to pay a few more dollars just to have better screws. The Philips heads screws were not honestly bad but the tri-wing screws were abysmal. This is one of those moments I'd recommend using the OEM hardware or if ExtremeRate wants to improve these kits just simply including all Philips head screws with the correct length and pitch.
Review: Best Aftermarket SP shell Ive seen. - If you are in the Gameboy modding/repair community you know that everyone was selling the same 2 types of GBA SP shells that come from the same factories. The older opaque ones that are poorly molded and made with pretty bad plastic. Or the newer transparent ones that were better molded, but can develop cracking issues (specially around the hinges.) Looks like we have a 3rd option now! eXtremeRate seems to have their own unique molds, for both the shell and buttons. (the witness marks being in in different places, and lack of branding, are obvious tells) The molding seems well done with fine and straight lettering, everything fits perfectly with no creaking, no gaps, no sharp edges on the shell. The plastic feels thicker and stronger then the no name transparent shells. Time will tell if that makes a difference, but eXtreme rate seems to know a thing or two about making aftermarket shells for controllers so. I haven't tried their opaque shells but I imagine they use the same molds. I will go out on a limb and say, as of 2022, these are the highest quality SP aftermarket shells. I hope eXtreme rate adds more colors. Right now I'm using "Atomic Purple". I personally wouldn't describe it as that, since its not really that close to the OG GBC color, its a warmer purple. But it is a really nice shade of purple. If there ever was a "Pokemon Amethyst" THIS would 100% be the cartridge color. Some minor criticisms though: Screws: They could have been better organized and packaged in a resealable bag. With the amount of extras its slightly hard to tell what goes with what. - I also feel since this shell isn't pretending to be original, there isn't really a good reason to use Triwing screws. It really could have been all Phillips/JIS and that would have been fine. Also the screw on the battery door does not have a captive ring. Springs: The Shoulder springs are weak. I don't recommend using them unless you have to... Buttons: I can't help but feel its kinda tacky they come with buttons of the same color as the shell? But maybe thats just me. They aren't as good as originals, and they seem to be copying other aftermarket buttons - meaning the middle post is flat. Their remedy for the wiggle this causes is that the silicon pads are thicker, and while this works, the buttons again just don't feel as good as originals. EDIT: Slate compatibility. There is some minor incompatibilities between this shell and the 'Slate' Mod. It seems like the screw holes are in slightly different places (off by < 1mm maybe?) and the shell it's self might be slightly off? Unless your mixing and matching eXtreme rate shell parts with other shell parts, this won't affect you so.

## Features

- Upgraded replacement full shell for GBA SP with full buttons, more accurate mold makes the installation smoother
- IPS screen installation friendly. Made of premium ABS material, durable and practical
- Entirely backwards compatible - Standard LCD fits. Unique design of the housing will make your game handheld console stand out from the crowd
- Fully compatible with our premium replacement buttons (sold separately), make your console looks more personalized
- Installation Skills Required: Required customers to take apart the game console to install this housing shell; Required customers handy with console installation; Get the installation video guide on Youtube by searching “eXtremeRate Upgraded Shell for GBA SP” or “R7EHybsHhE4”

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B09XB6QR9Q |
| Additional Features | IPS Screen Compatibility |
| Best Sellers Rank | #2,813 in Video Games ( See Top 100 in Video Games ) #29 in Game Boy Advance Accessories |
| Brand | eXtremeRate |
| Color | Clear Emerald Green |
| Compatible Devices | Game Boy Advance SP (GBA SP) |
| Compatible Phone Models | Nintendo Gameboy Advance SP |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 718 Reviews |
| Enclosure Material | Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Ac |
| Form Factor | Case |
| Item Dimensions | 2.36 x 1.97 x 0.79 inches |
| Item Weight | 50 g |
| Manufacturer | Extremerate |
| Material | Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Ac |
| Mfr Part Number | ASPM5003 |
| Model Number | ASPM5003 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Shell Type | Hard |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** eXtremeRate
- **Color:** Clear Emerald Green
- **Compatible Devices:** Game Boy Advance SP (GBA SP)
- **Form Factor:** Case
- **Shell Type:** Hard

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Better than OEM with a Single Exception
*by A***G on June 14, 2024*

Just as with any review I want to preface this by saying I use my own tools and I generally use all the original OEM screws where possible. I have been modding multiple systems over the past year and I greatly enjoyed the quality of the shells that ExtremeRate has to offer (just wish that they offered an olive/swamp clear green color for the Rayquaza shell inserts) for both the GBA SP and the NDSL (I have reviewed those housings on Amazon as well). They're without a doubt one of the first names a recommend for reviving old consoles such as these. They're not only mod friendly (IPS ready) but they're also engineered well. Id go as far as saying theyre better than OEM shells (manufacturers have come a long ways since the GBA SP days). They have good tolerances which allow for a snappy, fresh out of the factory feel. A lot of shells out there just don't feel as tactile as these ones. When it really boils down to it, I am not sure you can this high of quality for this low of a price. Now onto the three I have bought, the two transparent ones are by far my favorite. The ABS material and finish make these not only feel good to the touch but also make them very wear resistant. The color of these two shells was just about what you'd expect from the photos. The only thing I'd say they should change is the "Emerald Green" is much more a sea green color (which my wife loved). However if they did make a shell that was the same color as the Pokémon Emerald color, I'd throw my money at them without hesitation. Now onto the golden boy. I have to say, I loved it for about a month and then the fingerprint magnet finish began to bother me a bit. If you simply want this as a display piece, this is the shell for you. Otherwise you may want to keep a polishing cloth nearby (in my case with in the carrying container I stored it in). There is nothing wrong with the functionality of the shell in fact it was just as good performance wise as the other two. I know this could be a topic that some might be curious about so here's my thought on the buttons that came with these kits. They're possibly the best buttons I have ever installed on a gaming device in years. They're very durable and they also fit excellent. I even bought some for a cheap Rayquaza shell I bought on Amazon because the Rayquaza shell buttons where smaller than the OEM. I'd highly recommend the membranes and buttons that come with these kits. The only troubles I had with the kits were the quality of the screws. I'd love to pay a few more dollars just to have better screws. The Philips heads screws were not honestly bad but the tri-wing screws were abysmal. This is one of those moments I'd recommend using the OEM hardware or if ExtremeRate wants to improve these kits just simply including all Philips head screws with the correct length and pitch.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best Aftermarket SP shell Ive seen.
*by S***Y on August 17, 2022*

If you are in the Gameboy modding/repair community you know that everyone was selling the same 2 types of GBA SP shells that come from the same factories. The older opaque ones that are poorly molded and made with pretty bad plastic. Or the newer transparent ones that were better molded, but can develop cracking issues (specially around the hinges.) Looks like we have a 3rd option now! eXtremeRate seems to have their own unique molds, for both the shell and buttons. (the witness marks being in in different places, and lack of branding, are obvious tells) The molding seems well done with fine and straight lettering, everything fits perfectly with no creaking, no gaps, no sharp edges on the shell. The plastic feels thicker and stronger then the no name transparent shells. Time will tell if that makes a difference, but eXtreme rate seems to know a thing or two about making aftermarket shells for controllers so. I haven't tried their opaque shells but I imagine they use the same molds. I will go out on a limb and say, as of 2022, these are the highest quality SP aftermarket shells. I hope eXtreme rate adds more colors. Right now I'm using "Atomic Purple". I personally wouldn't describe it as that, since its not really that close to the OG GBC color, its a warmer purple. But it is a really nice shade of purple. If there ever was a "Pokemon Amethyst" THIS would 100% be the cartridge color. Some minor criticisms though: Screws: They could have been better organized and packaged in a resealable bag. With the amount of extras its slightly hard to tell what goes with what. - I also feel since this shell isn't pretending to be original, there isn't really a good reason to use Triwing screws. It really could have been all Phillips/JIS and that would have been fine. Also the screw on the battery door does not have a captive ring. Springs: The Shoulder springs are weak. I don't recommend using them unless you have to... Buttons: I can't help but feel its kinda tacky they come with buttons of the same color as the shell? But maybe thats just me. They aren't as good as originals, and they seem to be copying other aftermarket buttons - meaning the middle post is flat. Their remedy for the wiggle this causes is that the silicon pads are thicker, and while this works, the buttons again just don't feel as good as originals. EDIT: Slate compatibility. There is some minor incompatibilities between this shell and the 'Slate' Mod. It seems like the screw holes are in slightly different places (off by < 1mm maybe?) and the shell it's self might be slightly off? Unless your mixing and matching eXtreme rate shell parts with other shell parts, this won't affect you so.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing shell, PRE-THREAD THE HOLES BEFORE ASSEMBLY!!!!!
*by A***N on February 4, 2024*

Ok so the shell itself looks and feels amazing, as good or better than OEM to me. Also bought a set of the aftermarket buttons which feel the same as well, no complaints in look or feel and i havent seen a blemish or crack yet. Took maybe an hour to get it all torn apart and put back together. Now for the annoyances. The drivers they send are cheap so if you have your own set of tri-wing/phillips mini drivers great or were looking for an excuse to buy a set, this is it. Screws - use the OEM ones if you can. As you disassemble your OEM shell, soak the OEM screws in 91% ISPA and if they need a good scrub add some coarse salt and shake vigorously. The OEM screws and the replacememts look pretty much exactly the same so it wont matter. Thread holes - NOT PRE-THREADED. So before you try to assemble the shell, watch a tutorial and as theyre putting it together use the right screws and SLOWLY pre-thread each hole about 3/4 of the way down. This will not only save you time and headache but will also help keep the holes from stripping or the shell from cracking. Once youve got all of the holes pre-threaded then you can go back and start putting parts in and assembling the SP. As you reassemble - DO NOT CRANK DOWN THESE SCREWS!!!!!!!!! FINGER TIGHT!!!!! Turn with 2 fingers until the screws stops and that should be plenty, if you over tighten these screws will strip the housing or worse crack it. The foam pad that comes with it to keep the back of the screen from touching the case is also slightly to thigh but theres nothing you can really do about that. Pre-thread the screw holes, then line up the screen and foam pad, put the to top halfs together but dont SQUEEZE them hard; then put in the screws in a star pattern to close the shell halves evenly and itll compress the foam pad enough and the shell will close nicely and eventually the very slight buldge from the foam will go down as it compresses. Over all its a great shell and im deff going to be buying one for my GBC also.

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