GPD Reveals Pricing for Pocket 4 Mini-Laptops: $1,466 for 12-Core Ryzen AI HX 370, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, and 144Hz 2.5K Display

Back in August, GPD made headlines by announcing their latest innovation—the Pocket 4 mini laptop, which is touted as the first handheld device to feature AMD’s cutting-edge Strix Point APUs. Recently, GPD Game Consoles has unveiled the pricing details for this portable gadget. Starting from $895 for the AMD Zen 4-based Ryzen 7 8840U model, prices climb up to a hefty $1,466 for those eyeing the top-tier Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 version, which boasts an impressive 64GB of RAM and 2TB of storage.

Weighing in at just 770 grams, the GPD Pocket 4 mini isn’t just about lightweight convenience; it packs a punch in versatility, functioning seamlessly as a handheld, laptop, or tablet. It’s equipped with a physical keyboard, a touchscreen, and even a touchpad. This model harnesses the power of AMD’s Zen 4 (Hawk Point) and Zen 5 (Strix Point) APUs, tailored for various price points. Across the range, the Pocket Mini 4 promises advanced features: memory speeds reaching 7,500 MT/s, an 8.8-inch 2.5K display pushing 144 Hz and a 97% DCI-P3 color gamut at 500 nits, plus modern connectivity options like Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3, all under a 28W TDP rating.

Delving into the nitty-gritty, the base model of the GPD Pocket 4 is priced at $895, though there’s an early bird price of $829 during the Indiegogo campaign. This version is loaded with 16GB of RAM, 1TB of storage, and powered by the AMD Radeon 7 8840U APU, which features eight Zen 4 cores and the Radeon 780M iGPU.

There’s also a mid-range option, using the Ryzen AI 9 HX 365. This variant swaps in 10 Zen 5 cores alongside a Radeon 880M iGPU. Priced at $1,157 in retail, it provides a healthy 32GB of RAM and a spacious 2TB SSD.

The real powerhouse in the lineup is the flagship option: the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370. This model is for those who want nothing but the best, packing 12 Zen 5 cores and an AMD Radeon 890M iGPU. For $1,466, you get 64GB of RAM and 2TB of storage, though there is an even larger 4TB option available.

Further sweetening the deal, GPD has announced a few extra gadgets to boost functionality. For $20, you can get an EIA RS-232 module for legacy devices, while a 4G LTE module adds mobile connectivity for $125. However, it’s worth noting that the Pocket 4 doesn’t have an OCuLink port, so those wanting to hook up an eGPU will have to go through USB4.

As of now, GPD hasn’t pinned down an exact release date for the Pocket 4, but if everything sails smoothly with the crowdfunding campaign, we can expect these devices to start shipping by the year’s end.

Lastly, it’s crucial to remember that supporting a crowdfunding campaign doesn’t guarantee a final product. It’s more like an investment in a vision; you’re supporting the potential success of the project, not purchasing a guaranteed retail item.