We learn in our GPD WIN MAX 3 review it is a major step up from the WIN MAX 2 design. It combines the flexibility of a handheld gaming PC<\/a> with a compact laptop layout, while the Ryzen AI Max+ platform provides substantially more performance for modern games, demanding software and emulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As a portable gaming PC, it offers controller inputs without giving up Windows productivity features. It can also serve as a mobile gaming PC, portable gaming computer and compact gaming PC for users who want one system for travel, desk work and play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The review unit is a pre-production model, so the benchmark results should not be treated as final retail results. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The GPD WIN MAX 3<\/a> measures approximately 8.14 \u00d7 5.78 \u00d7 1.33 inches (207 \u00d7 147 \u00d7 34mm) without a module, or 8.14 \u00d7 7.08 \u00d7 1.33 inches (207 \u00d7 180 \u00d7 34mm) with a module attached. It weighs around 815g (1.79lbs) without a module, 1.2kg (2.69lbs) with the battery module and 959g (2.11lbs) with the fan module.<\/p>\n\n\n Opening the lid reveals a 9.06-inch AMOLED touchscreen with a 2400\u00d71504 resolution and curved display edges. It supports 60Hz, 120Hz, 144Hz and 165Hz refresh rates, and the panel looks bright and colourful, with the deep blacks expected from AMOLED technology.<\/p>\n\n\n The display supports an active stylus with 4,096 pressure levels and is compatible with the Surface Pen. It is useful for taking notes, marking up documents or, in my case, drawing badly.<\/p>\n\n\n An ultra-wide camera sits on the hinge for video calls. It is a 5MP camera with a maximum listed resolution of 2592\u00d71944, making it useful for meetings and casual video conferencing.<\/p>\n\n\n A callback to the excellent GPD WIN MAX 2 is the pair of covers that hide the gaming controls. This makes the GPD WIN MAX 3<\/a> better suited to both work and gaming, while the covers can be stored in the front of the modules when they are not needed.<\/p>\n\n\n For gaming controls, there are dual capacitive analogue sticks, a D-pad and the usual gaming buttons. Around the touchpad are buttons for opening the GPD Tool software, Select, the Xbox Game Bar menu, Start and two macro buttons.<\/p>\n\n\n The touchpad supports Microsoft Precision Touchpad mode and four-finger gestures. It is small, but it provides a more familiar Windows navigation experience than relying on the right stick for every desktop task. It works perfect with our GPD stylus<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The chiclet keyboard has a backlight with two brightness levels plus an off setting. The keys are impressively comprehensive for a device of this size: the main character keys are close to laptop size, while the function keys and a few secondary keys are smaller. I wrote this review using the keyboard and had no issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n On the left side is a full-size HDMI 2.1 FRL port. This is particularly handy for professional use, as it allows the device to connect directly to a larger monitor or television without a dock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n On the right side are two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports and one USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port, followed by the power button with its built-in fingerprint sensor. The fingerprint reader worked well for quickly unlocking Windows.<\/p>\n\n\n The back has a DC barrel jack for power and a USB4 Type-C port for PD 3.0 fast charging and DisplayPort 2.1 video output. The USB4 connection supports up to 8K at 60Hz and is also suitable for compatible high-speed docks and external graphics solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The most immediately noticeable GPD WIN MAX 3<\/a> feature is the module system, which connects to the front edge of the device. The main option is the exchangeable battery module, which is useful for travelling if you have a spare module or two ready to keep the system powered for longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A separately purchasable fan module is also available for use when running from mains power. It provides additional cooling headroom and is aimed at users who want to sustain higher power levels for longer gaming or rendering sessions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The modules attach using strong magnets. Before trying them, I expected them to disconnect too easily, but they require a fair amount of force to remove once attached. I cannot see a realistic way for them to disconnect accidentally, so there is little reason to worry about them falling out during normal use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A module-slot cover is also supplied for use when neither the battery nor the fan module is attached. This keeps the front of the device looking tidy and protects the connection area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The GPD WIN MAX 3<\/a> is smaller in footprint than the WIN MAX 2, although its modular system makes the overall shape deeper when attached. The WIN MAX 2 measures approximately 8.9 \u00d7 6.2 \u00d7 0.9 inches (22.7 \u00d7 16 \u00d7 2.3cm) and weighs around 1,098g (2.42lbs) in the supplied comparison.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The difference is mainly explained by the larger 10.1-inch display on the WIN MAX 2 versus the 9.06-inch screen on the GPD WIN MAX 3<\/a>. The older model uses a conventional LCD, while the new model moves to a much more impressive AMOLED panel with a higher refresh rate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The keys on the MAX 2 are stated to be 0.02mm smaller than the MAX 3\u2019s 14.4mm keys, so there is barely any practical difference. You get broadly the same USB ports, HDMI and microSD-style expansion, although the extra SSD slot is internal on the MAX 3 rather than accessible through a small covered slot on the MAX 2.<\/p>\n\n\n The largest difference is the processor platform. Depending on the generation, the MAX 2 can use an AMD Ryzen 7 6800U, 7840U, 8840U or Ryzen AI 9 HX series processor. The Ryzen AI Max+ series in the GPD WIN MAX 3<\/a> provides a substantial performance increase, especially for demanding games and GPU-heavy workloads.<\/p>\n\n\n\nTesting conditions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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