GPD WIN Max 2

The GPD WIN Max 2 is GPD’s large-format 10.1” Windows handheld gaming PC, refreshed annually. It features a built-in keyboard, touchscreen, and stylus support. The WIN Max 2021 is an earlier generation with the same form factor. Sold by DROIX with a 2-year warranty.

Yearly Models

Year	CPU	GPU	RAM	Storage	Wi-Fi	Bluetooth
2021	AMD Ryzen 7 6800U	Radeon 680M (12 CUs @ 2200 MHz)	Up to 32 GB LPDDR5 @ 6400 MT/s	Up to 2 TB PCIe NVMe	Wi-Fi 6	5.2
2022 (original)	AMD Ryzen 7 6800U	Radeon 680M (12 CUs @ 2200 MHz)	Up to 32 GB LPDDR5 @ 6400 MT/s	Up to 2 TB PCIe NVMe	Wi-Fi 6	5.2
2023	AMD Ryzen 5 7640U / Ryzen 7 7840U	Radeon 760M / 780M	Up to 64 GB LPDDR5X @ 6400 MT/s	Up to 4 TB PCIe Gen 3 NVMe	Wi-Fi 6	5.2
2024	AMD Ryzen 7 8840U (28W TDP)	Radeon 780M (12 CUs @ 2700 MHz)	Up to 64 GB LPDDR5X @ 6400 MT/s	Up to 4 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe	Wi-Fi 6E	5.3
2025	AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 / Ryzen 7 8840U	Radeon 890M / 780M	Up to 64 GB LPDDR5X @ 7500 MT/s	Up to 4 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe	Wi-Fi 6E	5.3

Note: The WIN Max 2021 product page shares identical specs to the 2022 original (both list Ryzen 7 6800U). The “2021” branding on GPDStore may be a naming convention for a pre-refresh model.

Design & Build

• 10.1” touchscreen display with stylus support.
• Built-in QWERTY keyboard with trackpad.
• Larger form factor than the WIN 4 or WIN Mini — closer to a small laptop.
• OCuLink support from the 2023 model onward (used with gpd-g1 eGPU).

Resources

Keep this section current whenever a new firmware / BIOS / driver / tool release is ingested.

WIN Max 2 Original (2022 — 6800U)

• Firmware: see gpd-win-max-2-supplier-resources — Windows 11 24H2 Home (2024-12-20). SHA1 730BD7B9D989797488C1509E590085FD9941E80C. Shared with 2023/2024 models.
• BIOS (6800U): see gpd-win-max-2-supplier-resources — BIOS V1.05 (2022-12-22). Fixes wireless screen projection failure and eGPU auto-connect.
• Drivers: see gpd-win-max-2-supplier-resources — Drivers v3.4 (2024-05-07). Covers 6800U / 7640U / 7840U / 8840U.

WIN Max 2 2023 & 2024 (7640U / 7840U / 8840U)

• Firmware: see gpd-win-max-2-2023-supplier-resources — Windows 11 24H2 Home (2024-12-20). SHA1 730BD7B9D989797488C1509E590085FD9941E80C.
• BIOS: see gpd-win-max-2-2023-supplier-resources — BIOS v0.42 (2024-10-23). Applies to 7640U, 7840U, 8840U. Fixes flickering screen. Device must be charging during upgrade.
• Drivers: see gpd-win-max-2-2023-supplier-resources — Drivers v4.1.0 (2025-01-18).

WIN Max 2 2025 (8840U / AI 9 HX 370)

• Firmware: see gpd-win-max-2-2025-supplier-resources — Windows 11 24H2 Home (2024-12-20). SHA1 730BD7B9D989797488C1509E590085FD9941E80C.
• BIOS: see gpd-win-max-2-2025-supplier-resources — no separate BIOS listed for 2025 model; see 2023/2024 page for applicable BIOS.
• Drivers: see gpd-win-max-2-2025-supplier-resources — Drivers V4.1.0 (2025-01-18).

Reviews & Coverage

Blog Reviews

• 2023-03-28-gpd-win-max-2-2022-review-blog — GPDStore blog review of 2022 AMD model (6800U): emulation up to PS2/GameCube, modern AAA at low settings 30-40 FPS.
• 2024-05-28-gpd-win-max-2-2024-review-blog — GPDStore blog review of 2024 model (8840U): PCMark 7,085; Cinebench SC 1,768 / MC 12,997.
• 2025-01-24-gpd-win-max-2-2025-review-blog — GPDStore blog review of 2025 model (HX 370): PassMark 8,334; Forza 117 FPS @ 1080p; +32-45% over 6800U.
• 2021-09-15-gpd-win-max-2021-review-blog — DROIX blog review of 2021 Intel model with benchmarks and emulator testing.
• 2021-12-15-gpd-win-max-2021-amd-review-blog — DROIX blog review of 2021 AMD variant (Ryzen over Intel).
• 2022-07-18-gpd-win-max-2-review-blog — DROIX blog review of WIN MAX 2 as work laptop and gaming handheld.

Product pages

• gpd-win-max-2021-product-page-gpdstore — GPDStore listing (2021 model, out of stock).
• gpd-win-max-2-product-page-gpdstore — GPDStore listing (2022 original, out of stock).
• gpd-win-max-2-2023-product-page-gpdstore — GPDStore listing (2023 model, out of stock).
• gpd-win-max-2-2024-product-page-gpdstore — GPDStore listing (2024 model, out of stock).
• gpd-win-max-2-2025-product-page-gpdstore — GPDStore listing (2025 model, in stock).
• 2022-10-05-gpd-win-max-2-6800u-review-blog
• 2023-06-07-gpd-win-max-2-review-blog
• 2023-08-16-gpd-win-max-2-review-blog

Knowledge Base

• how-to-install-the-gpd-win-max-2-2025-4g-module

• how-to-replace-the-gpd-win-max-2-2024-2025-ssd-right-trigger-and-battery

• how-to-replace-the-gpd-win-max-2-display

• how-to-replace-the-keyboard-on-a-gpd-win-max-2

• gpd-win-max-2-2023-getting-started — Getting started guide for 2023 model (DROIX KB).

• gpd-win-max-2-getting-started — Getting started guide: inspection checklist, Windows/driver updates, software recommendations, accessories.

• gpd-win-max-2-faq — FAQ covering specs, versions, gaming performance, battery life, eGPU support.

• gpd-win-max-2-bios-update — BIOS update guide for 2022/2023/2024 models.

• gpd-win-max-2-2025-bios-update — BIOS update guide for 2025 HX 370 model.

• gpd-win-max-2-2025-4g-module-install — 4G module installation guide (2025 model, includes backplate swap).

• gpd-win-max-2-2025-battery-icon-fix — Fix for battery icon disappearing after AMD driver update (HX 370).

• gpd-win-max-2-keyboard-replacement — Video guide for keyboard replacement.

• gpd-win-max-2-display-replacement — Video guide for display replacement (2024/2025 models).

• gpd-win-max-2-ssd-trigger-battery-replacement — Video guide for SSD, right trigger, and battery replacement.

• gpd-recalibrate-controls — Joystick calibration tool for all GPD handhelds.

• how-to-update-the-gpd-win-max-2-touchpad-firmware — Touchpad firmware update and driver installation for the GPD WIN MAX 2.

• so-youve-just-bought-a-gpd-win-max-2 — Getting started overview for new GPD WIN MAX 2 owners.

Related

• gpd — Manufacturer.
• gpd-win-4 — Smaller sliding-keyboard sibling.
• gpd-g1 — Compatible eGPU dock (OCuLink).
• gpd-win-max-2-protective-case-product-page-gpdstore — Official leather case.
• gpd-win-max-2-4g-lte-add-on-product-page-gpdstore — 4G LTE module (2022/2024 models).
• gpd-protective-case-p2-max-win-max-2021-product-page-gpdstore — Shared case (P2 Max / Pocket 3 / WIN Max 2021).
• gpd-stylus-4096-pp-product-page-gpdstore — 4096-level pressure stylus (compatible).
• gpd-stylus-product-page-gpdstore — Stylus with metal buckle (compatible).