Back in August, GPD introduced the Pocket 4 mini laptop, marking a notable first as the initial handheld device to feature AMD’s cutting-edge Strix Point APUs. Recently, GPD Game Consoles revealed their pricing lineup on platform X, beginning at $895 for a model powered by AMD’s Zen 4-based Ryzen 7 8840U. For those seeking top-tier performance, the high-end Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 configuration with 64GB of RAM and 2TB of storage can go up to $1,466.
The GPD Pocket 4 mini weighs a mere 770 grams and can effortlessly transform between a handheld, a laptop, and a tablet. It comes equipped with a physical keyboard, a touch screen, and even a touchpad. The latest model utilizes AMD’s Zen 4 (Hawk Point) and Zen 5 (Strix Point) APUs, each catering to distinct pricing segments. It is anticipated that all variants will maintain similar specs aside from differences in APU and RAM/SSD configurations. Standout features of the Pocket Mini 4 include memory clocking in at 7,500 MT/s, a 2.5K 8.8-inch display with 144 Hz refresh rate, a vibrant 97% DCI-P3 color gamut at 500 nits brightness, plus the latest Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity, all complemented by a 28W TDP.
According to the detailed price list, the base model of the GPD Pocket 4 is priced at $895, or $829 if you’re backing their IGG campaign. This variant includes 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage, driven by AMD’s Ryzen 7 8840U APU, which houses eight Zen 4 cores paired with the Radeon 780M integrated GPU.
Switching to the Strix Point series, the most affordable option integrates the Ryzen AI 9 HX 365, featuring 10 Zen 5 cores and a Radeon 880M integrated GPU. Set at a retail price of $1,157, this model boasts 32GB of RAM and a generous 2TB SSD for data storage.
At the top end, the flagship Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 includes 12 Zen 5 cores and AMD’s fastest Radeon 890M iGPU. This top-tier setup is available with 64GB of RAM and 2TB of storage for $1,466, with an option for a 4TB storage variant.
GPD has also unveiled a few additional options including an EIA RS-232 module for older devices priced at $20, and a 4G LTE module for on-the-go connectivity at $125. However, it’s worth noting the Pocket 4 lacks an OCuLink port, meaning you’d need to rely on USB4 for using an eGPU.
While GPD hasn’t pinned down an exact release date for the Pocket 4, if the crowdfunding initiative rolls out smoothly, it’s hopeful we might see it hitting the market by the end of the year.
It’s important to bear in mind that backing a crowdfunded initiative is not a surefire way to receive the final product. Supporting a project like this is more of a pledge in its potential success rather than purchasing a guaranteed retail item.
