(ARMv8-A or later) to handle the complex processing requirements of the PS2's Emotion Engine.
AetherSX2 exclusively requires 64-bit Android devices (ARMv8-A) and does not support 32-bit (armeabi-v7a) systems due to performance constraints. The emulator, which necessitates Android 8.0+ and a Snapdragon 845 or equivalent, is incompatible with 32-bit hardware. For discussions on compatibility, see this Reddit thread . AetherSX2 system requirements : r/EmulationOnAndroid
While they claim support for more devices, this emulator has a controversial history regarding stolen code and aggressive monetization.
AetherSX2 is officially discontinued, and the developer has removed the app from the Google Play Store. Modern app stores generally only distribute the 64-bit version.