Does this cartridge work on a Nintendo DS?

Yes. I use it on my DS Lite mostly, also on Gameboy Advanced SP, and DS original.

Does this cart support quick save/load states?

there are no save states , it only functions as a original cartridge does in regards to game saves .

Is this identical to the one found on AliExpress? has same features but the cost is a lot less just want to make sure ?

The short answer is most likely no. It depends on the specific product your looking at on AliExpress. Generally you end up paying for quality when it comes to these types of cartridges.

Is this ready to plug in and play or more steps to following after receiving?

You need to set up a micro sd card with the everdrive OS and load any games you want onto it, otherwise the everdrive X5 by itself does nothing.

GBA X5 Mini

Product ID: 241333058

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Brand
EVERDRIVE
Computer memory size
64 GB
RAM memory technology
PSRAM SRAM
Compatible devices
Gaming devices
Special feature
Lightweight

⚡1-2 second game load times

🎮100% GBA game compatibility

💾Supports all save types, no patching

Description

🎮 Level up your retro gaming with the EverDrive GBA X5 Mini—where speed meets perfection!

MASSIVE STORAGE READY - Supports microSD cards up to 64GB—carry your entire collection on the go.
SEAMLESS SAVE SUPPORT - All save types supported, ensuring your progress is always secure.
LIGHTNING FAST LOAD TIMES - Jump into your favorite games in under 2 seconds—no more waiting.
REAL TIME CLOCK INTEGRATION - Experience games with real-time events exactly as intended.
ULTIMATE GAME COMPATIBILITY - Play nearly every GBA title flawlessly—no ROM tweaks needed.

The EverDrive GBA X5 Mini is a high-performance flash cartridge for Game Boy Advance, offering near-perfect game compatibility, ultra-fast loading times, full save type support without ROM patching, real-time clock functionality, and microSD card support up to 64GB for expansive game storage.

Specifications

ASIN	B0052URK0Q
Additional Features	Lightweight
Best Sellers Rank	#6,121 in Video Games ( See Top 100 in Video Games ) #8 in Game Boy Games, Consoles & Accessories #72 in GameBoy Advance Games, Consoles & Accessories
Brand	EVERDRIVE
Compatible Devices	Gaming devices
Customer Reviews	4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (328)
Form Factor	Proprietary (GBA Mini)
Item Weight	73 Grams
Manufacturer	Krikzz
Model Name	EVERDRIVE GBA Mini
Number of Pins	32
RAM Memory Technology	PSRAM, SRAM
RAM Size	64 GB

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