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GPD Win 4 (7640U / 7840U) Review: A Powerful Handheld Gaming PC

GPD Win 4 (7640U / 7840U) Review: A Powerful Handheld Gaming PC

Overview

The GPD Win 4 is a premium handheld gaming PC that combines the form factor of a classic PSP with modern PC gaming power. It features a sliding screen revealing a physical QWERTY keyboard, making it versatile for both gaming and productivity. Powered by AMD's latest Zen 4 processors (Ryzen 5 7640U or Ryzen 7 7840U) with RDNA 3 integrated graphics, it can handle modern AAA titles at low to medium settings and excels at emulation up to PS2, Wii U, and Switch.

Key Specs Highlights

  • Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 7640U (6C/12T) or Ryzen 7 7840U (8C/16T)
  • GPU: AMD Radeon 760M (7640U) or Radeon 780M (7840U)
  • RAM: 16/32/64 GB LPDDR5X
  • Storage: 512GB/2TB/4TB M.2 NVMe SSD + MicroSD slot
  • Display: 6.0-inch 1920x1080 IPS touchscreen, 60Hz
  • Battery: 45.62 Wh
  • Weight: 566 grams
  • Connectivity: WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, optional 4G LTE, USB-A, OCuLink
  • OS: Windows 11

Who It Is For

The GPD Win 4 is ideal for enthusiasts who want a portable Windows gaming device capable of playing PC games and emulating a wide range of consoles. It suits users who need a physical keyboard for typing and prefer a clamshell design for screen protection. It is also a good choice for those who want high-end specs like 64GB RAM and OCuLink for external GPU support.

Buying Notes

Prices start at $701 for the base model (7640U/16GB/512GB) and go up to $1302 for the top configuration (7840U/64GB/4TB). The device was released in September 2023. Consider your need for RAM and storage; the 7840U with 780M graphics offers significantly better gaming performance. The OCuLink port allows connection to an external GPU dock for desktop-level gaming. Note that the battery is relatively small (45.62 Wh) for the hardware, so battery life may be limited under load.

Specifications
CPUAMD Zen 4
GPUAMD Radeon 760M / AMD Radeon 780M
NameGPD Win 4 (7640U / 7840U)
BrandGPD
Memory16 / 32 / 64 GB LPDDR5X
Weight566 grams
Battery45.62 Wh
CoolingCooling fan and vents
StorageInternal 512 GB / 2 TB / 4 TB M.2 2280 NVMe SSD, External MicroSD
SpeakersDual stereo
Grip TypeHorizontal
ProcessorAMD Ryzen 5 7640U / AMD Ryzen 7 7840U
VibrationYes
Body ColorBlack, White
Dimensions220 mm x 92 mm x ? mm
Screen PPI367.15
Price Range$700 - $2000
Screen Size6.0 inches
Screen TypeIPS touchscreen
Audio Output3.5mm headphone jack
ConnectivityWiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, 4G LTE (optional), USB-A, OCuLink
Release Date2023 / 09
Screen Ratio16:9
Video OutputUSB-C video output
CPU Frequency3.5 GHz - 4.9 GHz / 3.3 GHz - 5.1 GHz
Other SensorsGyroscope, fingerprint reader, optical sensor, microphone
Shell MaterialPlastic
Starting Price7640U/16GB/512GB: $701; 7840U/32GB/512GB: $841; 7840U/32GB/2TB: $1002; 7840U/64GB/4TB: $1302
Operating SystemWindows
Screen Resolution1920 x 1080
GPU Core Frequency2.6 GHz / 2.7 GHz
Screen Refresh Rate60Hz
CPU Cores and Threads6 cores 12 threads / 8 cores 16 threads
Emulator Game SupportGamecube, Wii, 3DS, PS2 almost all full speed. Wii U & Switch mostly playable

Full specs and updates on our site: https://www.oldman.dpdns.org/en/handheld/gpd-win-4-7640u-7840u

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