Back in August, GPD unveiled their Pocket 4 mini laptop, making waves as potentially the first handheld device to incorporate AMD’s cutting-edge Strix Point APUs. Recently, GPD Game Consoles rolled out pricing details on X for this innovative handheld. It kicks off at $895 for the version featuring AMD’s Zen 4-based Ryzen 7 8840U and goes all the way up to $1,466 for the top-tier model, loaded with the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, boasting 64GB of RAM and a whopping 2TB of storage.
The Pocket 4 mini is a marvel of engineering, weighing just 770 grams, and can transform effortlessly between a handheld, laptop, or tablet. It’s equipped with a physical keyboard, touch screen, and even a touchpad. The refreshed model integrates AMD’s Zen 4 (Hawk Point) and Zen 5 (Strix Point) APUs, which target different budget categories. Across all models, the core features remain consistent apart from the APU and memory/SSD specifications. The Pocket 4 mini is decked out with memory humming along at 7,500 MT/s, a vibrant 2.5K 8.8-inch display with a 144 Hz refresh rate, showcasing a rich 97% DCI-P3 color gamut at 500 nits, alongside connectivity options like Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3, all within a 28W TDP design.
According to their official pricing list, the base model GPD Pocket 4 is priced at $895, or even $829 during their IGG campaign. This version packs 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage, driven by AMD’s Radeon 7 8840U APU, featuring eight Zen 4 cores paired with the Radeon 780M integrated graphics chip.
If you’re eyeing the Strix Point lineup, the entry-level Ryzen AI 9 HX 365 offers a compelling package with 10 Zen 5 cores and the Radeon 880M integrated GPU, priced at $1,157. It comes stacked with 32GB of RAM accompanied by a 2TB SSD to cater to your storage requirements.
Topping the range is the flagship Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, boasting 12 Zen 5 cores, teamed with AMD’s mightiest Radeon 890M iGPU. This powerhouse reaches an impressive capacity of 64GB of RAM and 2TB of storage, carrying a price tag of $1,466, with an option for a 4TB variant as well.
Adding to the appeal, GPD has thrown in a couple of optional modules: an EIA RS-232 adapter for those working with older devices, tagged at $20, and a 4G LTE module for those who need connectivity on the go, priced at $125. It’s worth noting that the Pocket 4 skips an OCuLink port, so if you’re planning to hook up an eGPU, USB4 will be your go-to option.
As it stands, GPD has yet to pin down a release date for the Pocket 4. However, if the crowdfunding journey sails smoothly, the device may hit the market by the end of this year.
Remember, backing a crowdfunded project is a leap of faith rather than a straight purchase. It’s like investing—you’re supporting the vision with the hope it’ll come to life, knowing full well that it’s not a guaranteed transaction like snagging something off the retail shelf.
