# GPD Win Max

The GPD Win Max is a Windows-based palmtop computer manufactured by Gamepad Digital (GPD). It is the successor to the GPD Win 2, and was crowdfunded, like its predecessor. The GPD Win Max is rated to run AAA video game titles and emulate consoles from the sixth generation and earlier, with some support for consoles up to the eighth generation.

## History

Following the GPD Win 2 in 2018, and the larger GPD Pocket 2 in 2019, GPD announced their largest device yet as the GPD Win Max. This device is the size of a Netbook, and retains GPD's signature embedded controller. The Win Max was leaked and received media coverage as early as April 2019, with conclusive coverage coming in April, 2020.
Announced in the first quarter of 2020, the crowdfunding campaign was launched on Indiegogo on May 18, 2020, priced at $779. The campaign concluded on July 1, 2020 with more than 3,500 backers having contributed more than $2.8 million dollars in total. Its price also rose from $779 to $800.

## Design

With the Win Max being GPD's largest gaming device as of release, there was room for additions such a scissor switch keyboard which would support touch typing, similar to what is available on their GPD Pocket Range, as well as a touchpad, and an 8" screen. This unit also introduces GPD's first instance of clickable analog sticks, one of which has been moved inside the ABXY buttons, as well as buttons with a very similar style to the PlayStation Vita (with a layout and markings similar to the Xbox). The Win Max speakers have been moved underneath the unit towards the user. Access to the M.2 drive has been reduced, as the unit must be disassembled to change this drive. An ethernet port has been added to the right side of the device, which would prevent a user from effectively holding the console while this port is in use.
This increase in size has also allowed an increase in cooling potential of the Max with dual fans and Heat pipes.
Otherwise, the Win Max maintains a similar design to previous units with a milled magnesium aluminum alloy chassis and an ABS plastic shell. With the far side of the device providing access to two USB-A ports, four shoulder buttons, a USB-C port as well as a Thunderbolt 3 port, and a small reset button. The back panel also includes another change: the win series' first full-size HDMI port.

## Release and reception

Win Max units started shipping to Indiegogo backers on August 17, 2020. Some users have reported failure of the included USB-C power supply.

## Specification

| Category | Specification | Specification | Specification |
| Name | GPD Win Max | GPD Win Max 2021 | GPD Win Max 2021 |
| Launch date | June 2020 | 2021 | 2021 |
| Dimensions | 207 by 145 by 26 millimetres (8.1 in × 5.7 in × 1.0 in) | 207 by 145 by 26 millimetres (8.1 in × 5.7 in × 1.0 in) | 207 by 145 by 26 millimetres (8.1 in × 5.7 in × 1.0 in) |
| CPU | Intel Core i5-1035G7 TDP 10-25W | Intel Core i7-1195G7 | AMD Ryzen 7 4800U |
| Graphics | Intel Iris plus 940 Graphics | Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 96EUs | AMD Radeon Vega Graphics 8CUs |
| Memory | 16GB DDR4 3200 RAM | 16GB | 16GB |
| Storage | 512GB M.2 2242 solid-state drive MicroSD A2 removable storage No capacity ceilings | 1 TB M.2 2242 solid-state drive | 1 TB M.2 2242 solid-state drive |
| Display | 8-inch, 1280x800, H-IPS 10-point touch screen, 16:9 ratio 4K video support (4096x2304x24 max) Miracast and WiDi support | 8-inch, 1280x800, H-IPS 10-point touch screen, 16:9 ratio 4K video support (4096x2304x24 max) Miracast and WiDi support | 8-inch, 1280x800, H-IPS 10-point touch screen, 16:9 ratio 4K video support (4096x2304x24 max) Miracast and WiDi support |
| Audio | Dual speakers 3.5mm headphone jack Internal microphone Realtek audio driver | Dual speakers 3.5mm headphone jack Internal microphone Realtek audio driver | Dual speakers 3.5mm headphone jack Internal microphone Realtek audio driver |
| Keyboard | QWERTY keyboard | QWERTY keyboard | QWERTY keyboard |
| Game controls | D-pad4 face buttons 6 shoulder buttons 2 analog sticks | D-pad4 face buttons 6 shoulder buttons 2 analog sticks | D-pad4 face buttons 6 shoulder buttons 2 analog sticks |
| Slots | Single microSD slot compatible A2 standard | Single microSD slot compatible A2 standard | Single microSD slot compatible A2 standard |
| Ports | 2 USB 3.0 Type C 2 USB 3.0 Type A HDMI 3.5mm headphone jack | 2 USB 3.0 Type C 2 USB 3.0 Type A HDMI 3.5mm headphone jack | 2 USB 3.0 Type C 2 USB 3.0 Type A HDMI 3.5mm headphone jack |
| Battery | 3x5000mAh capacity in series lithium polymer battery 20v 3a Quick Charge | 3x5000mAh capacity in series lithium polymer battery 20v 3a Quick Charge | 3x5000mAh capacity in series lithium polymer battery 20v 3a Quick Charge |
| Connectivity | 802.11 a/ac/b/g/n/ax 2.4G/5G Dual-band wifi (867 Mbit/s max rate) Bluetooth 5.0 | | |
| Software | Windows 10 Home DirectX 12 OpenGL 4.4 Linux (unofficial) | Windows 10 Home DirectX 12 OpenGL 4.4 Linux (unofficial) | Windows 10 Home DirectX 12 OpenGL 4.4 Linux (unofficial) |

## GPD Win Max 2
### 2022

November 2022, GPD WIN Max 2 was released.
* Processor: AMD Ryzen 7 6800U with 8 cores and 16 threads, capable of reaching up to 4.7 GHz.
* Graphics: AMD Radeon 680M with RDNA2 architecture, providing excellent gaming performance.
* Memory: Up to 32GB LPDDR5-6400 MT/s dual-channel memory.
* Storage: Up to 2TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD for fast read and write speeds.
* Display: 10.1-inch 2.5K LTPS full-screen display with a resolution of 2560x1600, supporting 10-point touch and 4096-level pressure-sensitive stylus.

### 2023

* Processor: AMD Ryzen 7 7840U with 8 cores and 16 threads, capable of reaching up to 4.9 GHz.
* Graphics: AMD Radeon 780M with RDNA3 architecture, providing excellent gaming performance.
* Memory: Up to 32GB LPDDR5-6400 MT/s dual-channel memory.
* Storage: Up to 2TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD for fast read and write speeds.
* Display: 10.1-inch 2.5K LTPS full-screen display with a resolution of 2560x1600, supporting 10-point touch and 4096-level pressure-sensitive stylus.

### 2024

The GPD Win Max 2 2024 version was released in December 2023
* Processor: AMD Ryzen 7 8840U with 8 cores and 16 threads, capable of reaching up to 4.9 GHz.
* Graphics: AMD Radeon 780M with RDNA3 architecture, providing excellent gaming performance.
* Memory: Up to 32GB LPDDR5X-6400 MT/s dual-channel memory.
* Storage: Up to 4TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD for fast read and write speeds.
* Display: 10.1-inch 2.5K LTPS full-screen display with a resolution of 2560x1600, supporting 10-point touch and 4096-level pressure-sensitive stylus.
* Design: Lightweight and durable all-aluminum unibody design.
* Battery: Large 67Wh battery, providing long battery life and supporting 100W PD fast charging.
* Connectivity: Multiple ports including USB4, HDMI 2.1, USB 3.2, and SD card slots, along with Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 support.

### 2025

The GPD Win Max 2 2025 version was released in December 2024
* Processor: AMD Ryzen 7 8840U with 8 cores and 16 threads, capable of reaching up to 4.9 GHz.
* Graphics: AMD Radeon 780M with RDNA3 architecture, providing excellent gaming performance.
* Memory: Up to 64GB LPDDR5X-7500 MT/s dual-channel memory.
* Storage: Up to 4TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD for fast read and write speeds.
* Display: 10.1-inch 2.5K LTPS full-screen display with a resolution of 2560x1600, supporting 10-point touch and 4096-level pressure-sensitive stylus.
* Design: Lightweight and durable all-aluminum unibody design.
* Battery: Large 67Wh battery, providing long battery life and supporting 100W PD fast charging.
* Connectivity: Multiple ports including USB4, HDMI 2.1, USB 3.2, and SD card slots, along with Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 support