Summary

GPDStore blog unboxing and first impressions of the gpd-p2-max 2022 model powered by Intel Pentium Silver N6000.

Key Specs

  • CPU: Intel Pentium Silver N6000, 4 cores/threads, up to 3.3 GHz
  • GPU: Intel UHD Graphics 640, supports 4K @ 60 Hz via HDMI
  • RAM: 16 GB LPDDR4X
  • Storage: 1 TB NVMe PCIe Gen 3 SSD
  • Display: 8.9” H-IPS touchscreen, 2560x1600
  • Camera: 2 MP (up to 1600x900)
  • Connectivity: WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.0
  • Battery: ~2.5-3 hours benchmark loop; ~10 hours idle
  • Weight: 650 g
  • Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.8 x 0.5 inches (21.3 x 14.95 x 1.42 cm)
  • I/O: USB 3 port, 3.5 mm headphone jack, Micro HDMI, USB Type-C, USB 3
  • Fan noise: 49 dB under high load

Benchmark Results

BenchmarkScore
PassMark1,958
PCMark2,646
3DMark399

Gaming Benchmarks

GameSettingsFPS
Forza Horizon 4Ultra, 1280x72012 FPS (playable on lowest settings)
Street Fighter VMax, 1080p11.6 FPS; 720p low/medium mix: 60 FPS
Final Fantasy XIVHighest desktop, 1080pScore: 1,064

Emulation Performance

Runs smoothly: NES, SNES, Sega Genesis, PS1, N64 via RetroArch or standalone emulators.

Comparisons

Compared to original P2 MAX (Intel Celeron 3965Y): 200-300% performance increase depending on task.

Also compared with GPD WIN MAX 2021 (high-end gaming/work) and GPD Pocket 3 (work-focused).

Verdict

Well-suited for daily tasks, web browsing, office documents, light gaming, and retro emulation. 200-300% improvement over original Celeron model.