Im a retro video game collector. Im in the Atari section right now, im just thinking ahead.
Definitely a control deck or a top loader. I have used clones before and run into problems with certain games not working on them. I personally use a top loader because it is easier to get games to work, doesn't have a lock out chip, and won't do as much damage to cartridges. The trade off with a top loader is that you occasionally don't get as good of a video signal, and you are restricted to using the RF cord. The control deck may give you a little more trouble but it has composite AV which is good if you are using a newer tv, however seeing as you collect Atari games I am guessing that you won't have any trouble with TV's being too new. I love the top loader but I also love the original, its a toss up between them,
