Arm Fast Models vs PPSSPP
Arm Fast Models
arm.com
PPSSPP
ppsspp.orgSide by side
| Figure | Arm Fast Models | PPSSPP |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | Free |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | — |
| Open source | — | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | — | Yes |
| Linux | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | — | Yes |
| Android | — | Yes |
| API | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 4 |
| Spec score · Emulator Software | 7.8 (#24) | 8.9 (#3) |
| Integration | SystemC interfaces allow integration with third-party models to create virtual SoC prototypes. | PPSSPP supports RetroAchievements, which requires users to sign into a RetroAchievements account in the emulator. |
| Purpose | Fast Models are functionally accurate programmer’s view models of Arm CPU and System IP for developing software before hardware implementations are available. | PPSSPP is a PSP emulator that runs games and other software originally made for the Sony PSP. |
| Security | The Arm support site provides a product security center for security advisories, updates, and guidance; the Fast Models product page does not state a product-specific security certification. | The privacy policy says purchase data is handled by Fastspring and that the site cannot guarantee absolute security of personal information. |
| Support | The product page links to a Fast Models user guide, reference manual, technical support, and software tools forum. | The official site provides documentation, frequently asked questions, troubleshooting guides, and community forums. |
Plans
PPSSPP
- PPSSPPFree
- PPSSPP FreeFree
- PPSSPP Gold for Android$4.99, paid once
- PPSSPP Gold for Windows/macOSPriced on request
In their own words
Arm Fast Models
Arm Fast Models has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.
PPSSPP
PPSSPP is a PSP emulator for running games and other software made for the Sony PlayStation Portable. It is available on Android, iOS, Linux, macOS and Windows, with a free plan at free. Games can run at full HD resolution or higher, with texture upscaling and post-processing shaders. Players can use save states and a turbo button, customize touch controls, or connect a controller or keyboard. Save data transferred from a real PSP can continue a game. PPSSPP supports PSP ad hoc and infrastructure multiplayer, including ad hoc play through relay servers, and supports RetroAchievements after account sign-in. It runs PSP software only, not PS1 games or UMD Video discs; users must supply their own PSP game files. Compatibility reports are collected anonymously only when manually enabled. The open-source project is licensed under GPL 2.0 or later. Its official site provides documentation, FAQs, troubleshooting guides and community forums. PPSSPP Gold is available for Android, Windows, macOS and iOS, but not currently for Linux or Steam Deck.