REFURBISHED GPD Pocket 3

Anyone looking for a truly portanble computer will certainly want to look at this device. Although the hardward engineer is probably the best audience this is a fully fledged Windows PC running a powerful processor and a respectible GPU. The build quality is excellent except perhaps for the swivel hinge for the screen which gives the impression it is potentially a bit too delicate. However the fact the screen can go into tablet mode and cover/protect the keyboard is a major plus for such a type of mechanism and of course allows more use cases, so there is a trade off.

The keyboard is surprisingly useable for such a small form factor with decent sized key and spacing. If lile me you are a two finger typer then I doubt that will be an issue but for more skilled typists perhaops not so much. But again it is a UMPC so to be expected if you want that form factor.

In terms of power this device has it all with its i7 processor. The UI is smooth and responsive. The screen is bright (enough) and very readable even in standard scaling. The speakers are load but still a little tinny but good enough for average use. There is no SD card slot which is a shame as I had understood the retail version would have this, but not a great issue. There are 3 USB A ports, one of which is the module atr the rear which can be swapped out for a KVM switch/serial etc if you buy extra modules. Not of interest to me but useful for engineers out in the field I'm sure. Somewhat disappointed that there is only one USB C port which is also the charge port. I would rather have lost a USB A port in favour of a second USB C.

I did consider the lower powered version but, despite the extra cost of the i& processor, concluded that even if you do not need that amount of power it will mean more useability and longevity with the high end option. Connecting the device to an external display and keyboard will give you a powerhouse to work with which can pop into a small bag once you are done such is the benefit of a UMPC.

The track pad is glass and very nice to use as are the 'mouse' button'. As with any UMPC there are trade offs and the design/layout GPD has gone with seems to work very well. The dvice is best held when using them together and it is not too heavy so pretty comfortable.

The keyboard back lit nicely although I cannot work out any way to alter brightness, and assume you cant.

Mine came with Windows 10 but gives you the option to upgrade to 11 as part of the set up process which I did.

Overall a cracking bit of kit. So many of these UMPCs are pretty poor performers so to have one with so much power is a game changer for the genre in my view and makes them more attractive and pleasureable to use. In my opinion always buy the most powerful device you can reasonably afford. It may be more than you actually need for intended taks but the smoothness and responsiveness of powerful devices enhances experience which for me is important. The P3 seems to deliver on that front.

This is fantastic tiny laptop. Having previously used a UMPC from a different manufacturer and been left disappointed; I was nervous to spend twice as much on the pocket 3 but I shouldn’t have worried. It packs a lot of power into such a tiny form factor and has already become a daily driver for me. For a refurbished unit, it is in superb condition, I could only find one tiny mark on the lid, The rest was spotless.
Droix couldn’t have been more helpful with this order. Even when part of the order wasn’t available from their stock (KVM & Serial module) they didn’t do the usual (say sorry and partial refund) they took the effort to source from elsewhere and ship direct to me. They even contacted me before the main delivery to explain it all. Couldn’t be happier. Many thanks

It’s only been a few days, but so far I love it. It is small, but not too small, and it is fast and beautiful. Thanks DoiX

Very nice, compact and fast pocket device.
I've installed Linux besides Windows and run several VM's on it. Also connected a dock with 3 monitors.
Love it !!

The size and portability of this device coupled with its power, functionality and features make it a highly desirable device. For professionals that are frequently out on the road and need a small, high-powered device that they can carry with them - this is an amazing form factor.

Been using the device on the road for a month now and these are main impressions:
- Small and light, so I carry it everywhere
- Less intrusive than a full-sized laptop so I use it more often in meetings
- When at the office, the HDMI out and connectivity options make it feel more like a desktop computer, which is incredible for such a small device
- Speed, performance and features are as you would expect for a high-end, but much bigger latop
- Build quality is incredible
- If your prepared to hunt around the web and Reddit, there are OEM driver available that will keep this device current well into the foreseeable future.
- Runs Windows 11 like a dream.

Really like this ultra-portable powerhouse. Highly recommended, I installed Linux on it and its now even better

This is a great little laptop, I needed something super portable which had windows as the operating system so that I could continue with my emails and excel on the move. I found that trying to use android just wouldn't work for me (the excel is very different and emails won't connect directly with the server and have to be read a second time before deleting off a windows system). I now have linked up a separate 24 inch monitor and keyboard/mouse to use at the office so that it replicates a PC so I now have the perfect setup for both worlds. The pocket 3 keyboard is great to use with it's well proportioned keys, the screen is obviously small but still very usable for on the move reading emails etc, although excel calculations would be a bit of a challenge. All in all I'm very pleased.

The Pocket 3 is a robust device solid in construction with 3 USB 3 and a USB c port. I love the full size Ethernet port and full size HDMI moving away for the need to carry a bag full of adapters as I do for my godawful Dell XPS. Theh i7 version is 16gb RAM came with Windows 11 but sadly home edition which for a machine like this was disappointing. Linux users will find latest kernel support. Touch screen was good . Pen a little more tricky having to find a script to run on the manufactures website to get working again a small thing but poor QA. The full size keys are a joy and GPD seem to have spent more time on the hinge which feel solid unlike the GPD engineer I had that suffered the broken hinge. The option for serial is great but for me the single USB c is a missed opportunity with the supplied one being USB3. However, powering from USB C (and charging from a battery pack) full size ports and the flexibility of touch screen and it's fabulous size makes this a must have for engineers and techs on the move.

It is small but so powerful. I can work and have fun anywhere with this little monster. The build quality is fantastic. No problem to take it out in the plain and put it on the table Infront, fit perfectly it is everywhere with me and have never let me disappointed. Sometimes it gets a little bit hot.