Back in August, GPD captured our attention by unveiling the Pocket 4 mini laptop, positioning it as the pioneering handheld powered by AMD’s new Strix Point APUs. Just recently, GPD Game Consoles laid out the price details for these compact powerhouses on X, where you can grab one of these devices starting at $895 for the entry-level model featuring AMD’s Zen 4-based Ryzen 7 8840U. For those looking to push the envelope, the top-tier option equipped with the high-performance Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, alongside a substantial 64GB of RAM and a solid 2TB of storage, reaches up to $1,466.
Despite its light 770 grams, the GPD Pocket 4 mini can easily morph between a handheld, laptop, and tablet. It boasts a physical keyboard, touchscreen, and even a touchpad. The lineup leverages AMD’s Zen 4 (Hawk Point) and Zen 5 (Strix Point) architectures, each catering to various price points. We anticipate consistency in specifications across the models, aside from differences in APU and RAM/SSD configurations. Among its impressive features are memory operating at 7,500 MT/s, a crisp 2.5K 8.8-inch display rocking a smooth 144 Hz refresh rate, 97% DCI-P3 color accuracy at 500 nits brightness, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, and a 28W TDP.
Looking at the official price list, the base GPD Pocket 4 is tagged at $895 or a discounted $829 during the IGG campaign. This version includes 16GB of RAM coupled with 1TB of storage, powered by AMD’s Radeon 7 8840U APU, showcasing eight Zen 4 cores and a Radeon 780M integrated GPU.
If you’re eyeing the more advanced Strix Point variant, the Ryzen AI 9 HX 365 could catch your interest. It features 10 Zen 5 cores and a Radeon 880M iGPU, retailing at $1,157. This model sports a generous 32GB of RAM and a spacious 2TB SSD.
For those wanting the absolute best, the flagship Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 steps up with 12 Zen 5 cores, AMD’s speedy Radeon 890M iGPU, 64GB of RAM, and 2TB of storage, all for $1,466. There’s also a 4TB version for those who need extra space.
Additionally, GPD announced some optional add-ons, like the EIA RS-232 module for legacy tech connections at $20 and a 4G LTE module for on-the-go connectivity priced at $125. However, take note that the Pocket 4 lacks an OCuLink port, so you’ll have to rely on USB4 for an eGPU hookup.
As of now, GPD hasn’t given an exact release date for the Pocket 4, though they aim to start shipping before the year ends if their crowdfunding efforts go as planned.
Keep in mind, supporting a crowdfunded project doesn’t guarantee you’ll end up with a finished product. Think of it as an investment in a vision you believe in rather than buying something off the shelf.
