The GPD Win 2 is a Performance-Focused Handheld Gaming Device
Justin Lam — January 17, 2018 — Tech
References: mybroadband.co.za & theverge
Gaming is getting more impressive as the years go on, and thanks to the GPD Win 2, users can now run high-performance games on a pocket-friendly platform. The GPD Win 2 is the latest offering from Shenzhen-based GPD and manages to combine incredible performance with a small package. While the performance of the device will not be up to gaming PC standards, it can run some fairly hefty games. The GPD Win 2 is capable of running Grand Theft Auto V at 38 FPS on maximum settings and can apparently run Overwatch and Skyrim at frame rates about 50.
Internally, the GPD Win 2 packs an Intel M3-7Ys0 core, an integrated HD Graphics 615, 8GB of RAM, a 128 GN SSD and two 4900 mAh batteries. Externally, the device sports a 6-inch panel that runs at 720p. The device is also capable of overclocking and can be modified to replace core components. The GPD Win 2 may not be a console or PC killer, but the portability is hard to ignore, and it will definitely find a place in the pockets of gamers on the go.
Internally, the GPD Win 2 packs an Intel M3-7Ys0 core, an integrated HD Graphics 615, 8GB of RAM, a 128 GN SSD and two 4900 mAh batteries. Externally, the device sports a 6-inch panel that runs at 720p. The device is also capable of overclocking and can be modified to replace core components. The GPD Win 2 may not be a console or PC killer, but the portability is hard to ignore, and it will definitely find a place in the pockets of gamers on the go.
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