The Win Max 2 PC/console offers the choice between Intel Core i7-1260P and AMD Ryzen 7 6800U processors. The machine weighs around 1 kg and has an 11-inch touch screen. It offers up to 32 GB of memory and 2 TB of storage.
If Valve uses a design similar to the Switch for its Steam Deck, other manufacturers have a different approach. This is the case of GPD, which offers a very small laptop with buttons and sticks to play. After launching the first generation of the Win Max, that we were able to testhere comes the time of Win Max 2. GPD has just officially announced it on Twitter:
Hype! Hype! GPD WIN MAX 2!
IGG On: 7th Jul 10:00 UTC+86800U+16GB+128GB, $899, 50units only, not for retail
6800U+16GB+1TB, $999
6800U+32GB+1TB, $1199
6800U+32GB+2TB, $1299
1260P+16GB+1TB, $999
4G LTE, $79
Customzed M.2 2230 1TB SSD, $139
Previewhttps://t.co/JZDEO9p73P pic.twitter.com/JnELSrqz1x
— GPD Game Consoles (@softwincn) July 4, 2022
The screen goes from 8 inches to 10.1 inches, with very thin edges and a touch interface. You mainly have the choice between an Intel Core i7-1260P processor and an AMD Ryzen 7 6800U chip. The 227 x 160 x 23 mm machine has 16 GB or 32 GB of RAM, as well as 1 TB or 2 TB of PCIe 4.0 SSD storage. Note that the 32 GB of memory is only available for the AMD configuration. The machine has two M.2 SSD slots (a 2280 and a 2230), as well as SD and microSD card slots. The Win Max 2 is full of connectors with three USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports, a USB Type-C Thunderbolt 4/USB4 port, a USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port and an HDMI 2.1 output. It also features a 2 megapixel webcam.
Gamers will appreciate the full set of buttons and gamepads. The latter have magnetic induction sensors to avoid ghost movement problems (drift). In addition, magnetic covers allow the controllers to be concealed when not in use. The console features two haptic motors, as well as a six-axis gyroscope. The keyboard is backlit, but only available in a QWERTY version.
For communications, GPD has provided Bluetooth 5.2 and Wi-Fi 6 interfaces, as well as an optional 4G module. The sound is not forgotten with four speakers. The manufacturer uses a 67 Wh battery (5 hours of battery life to play), as well as a 100 W Power Delivery power supply (50% charge in 20 minutes). The Win Max 11 runs on Windows 11, with an integrated Steam client.
GPD is launching a crowdfunding campaign and offering its PC/console on Indiegogo. The prices are as follows, with reductions of 10 to 13% on the official prices:
- AMD 6800U, 16GB RAM, 128GB storage (only 50 units): $899
- Intel 1260P, 16GB RAM, 1TB storage: $999
- AMD 6800U, 16GB RAM, 1TB storage: $999
- AMD 6800U, 32GB RAM, 1TB storage: $1199
- AMD 6800U, 32GB RAM, 2TB storage: $1299
- Module 4G : 79 dollars
Be careful, because you may have to pay additional customs fees. Deliveries are scheduled for September.
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