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Frequently Asked Questions
GPD Pocket 4
When will the GPD Pocket 4 launch?
No date has been announced for the GPD Pocket 4 launch. We expect it to launch in early 2025, around January/February. Once we have a date we will update here as well as on the product listing page.
What warranty do you get when buying the GPD Pocket 4?
You get a two year warranty when buying from GPD Store, other sellers may only provide one year.
What are the GPD Pocket 4 speakers like?
The GPD Pocket 4 comes with dual built-in 2W ultra-linear speakers, delivering twice the sound power of the previous generation. Both the speakers and headphones support DTS Ultra audio technology, creating a simulated 7.1-channel surround sound experience for immersive, cinema-quality audio.
What is the GPD Pocket 4’s body made from?
The Pocket 4 features a 6061 series full aluminum body crafted with Apple’s Unibody design through CNC precision machining. The chamfering process is meticulously milled to remove burrs, and polishing and sanding give the surface a smooth, glass-like texture. A capillary effect distributes dye evenly into the material, while anodizing adds an ultra-protective layer. The body is further refined with magnetized iron powder polishing, achieving a jade-like smoothness. With 36 layered treatments, the Pocket 4 combines a lightweight build with remarkable durability.
What is the battery capacity of the GPD Pocket 4?
The GPD Pocket 4 has a 45Wh battery. Battery life will vary depending on usage but you can expect around 9 hours video playback.
What is the GPD Pocket 4’s size and weight? Is it portable?
The GPD Pocket 4 measures 8.14 x 5.68 x 0.87 inches (20.6 x 14.4 x 2.22 cm) and weighs 770g (1.69 lbs). It is extremely portable, fitting into a small bag.
What communications features does the GPD Pocket 4 support?
There is a 2.5Gbps RJ45 ethernet port for wired connection, and for Wireless there is WiFi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 built-in as standard. 4G LTE is also available as a separately purchased [4G LTE module](https://gpdstore.net/gpd-pocket-4-4g-lte-module/).
What processor does the GPD Pocket 4 have?
There is a choice of two processors:
AMD Ryzen 9 AI HX 370 with AMD Radeon 890M for the highest performance
AMD Ryzen 7 8840U with AMD Radeon 780M for lower demanding software
How much faster is the Ryzen 9 AI HX 370 than the Ryzen 7 8840?
Performance will vary depending on the software used but overall the HX 370 vastly outperforms the 8840. For example in Geekbench 6 we see a 133% and 24% improvement on single and multi-core performance respectively.
What is the GPD Pocket 4’s AI performance?
The GPD Pocket 4 has a combined CPU/GPU/NPU of 80 TOPS. And with the GPD G1 it has a total of 108 TOPS.
What is the GPD Pocket 4 power adapter specification and wattage?
The GPD Pocket 4 comes with a 100W PD fast charger at 20V/5A. It can recharge your GPD Pocket 4 to 50% in around 30 minutes. It also supports 100W PD Power Banks.
How does the GPD Pocket 4 handle thermal management under load?
The GPD Pocket 4’s cooling system is designed with a pure copper vacuum condensation heat pipe, highly efficient full-copper heat sink fins, and ultra-quiet, smart hydraulic bearing fans. This new design boosts airflow by 23% over the previous generation, while an intelligent temperature control system dynamically adjusts cooling to minimize fan noise, keeping the device cool and quiet. For night time use, a “Silent” mode can be activated via the keyboard to reduce noise and avoid disturbing others.
How does the GPD Pocket 4 handle multiple display setups?
You can connect to three external monitors such as the [DROIX PM14](https://gpdstore.net/portable-monitors/droix-pm14-portable-monitor/) via the HDMI 2.1 and two USB-C ports. With the [GPD G1](https://gpdstore.net/accessories/gpd-g1/) eGPU docking station you can connect to five external displays; one via the built-in HDMI, and three via the GPD G1 single HDMI and dual DisplayPort.
What is the GPD Pocket 4’s maximum display resolution?
The GPD Pocket 4’s 8.8″ 144Hz display supports up to 2560×1600 resolution.
What is the modular port on the GPD Pocket 4 used for?
The modular port allows for additional functionality through optional modules, such as RS-232 or KVM (Keyboard, Video, Mouse) capabilities. Learn more about them at Can the RAM and Storage be upgraded for the GPD Pocket 4?
It is not possible for the RAM to be upgraded as it is soldered to the board. It is possible to upgrade the storage to 4TB and theoretically higher capacities once available. The storage is single sided M.2 2280 SSD format.
Does the GPD Pocket 4 support Windows Hello?
The GPD Pocket 4 supports Windows Hello via the fingerprint scanner found on the power button.
What are the GPD Pocket 4’s camera specifications?
The GPD Pocket 4’s built-in camera has a 2.5K high definition camera.
What modules are available for the GPD Pocket 4?
It has modular functionality with optional modules like EIA RS-232, Single-port KVM, microSD card reader, and 4G LTE expansion. Learn more about them on our blog post at How fast is the GPD Pocket 4’s SD card module?
The GPD Pocket 4 Micro SD card module has a 160MB/s read speed and 120MB/s write speed.
Does the GPD Pocket 4 support external GPUs?
Yes, the USB4 port supports connecting external GPUs like the [GPD G1 eGPU docking station](https://gpdstore.net/shop/accessories/gpd-g1/). Note: The GPD Pocket 4 does not have an OCuLink port.
Does the GPD Pocket 4 support tablet mode?
Yes, the GPD Pocket 4 has a rotating display that allows it to transform between laptop and tablet modes.
Does the GPD Pocket 4 support stylus?
The GPD Pocket 4 supports a capacitive stylus. An Active stylus such as the GPD Stylus will not work on the Pocket 4.
What operating system does the GPD Pocket 4 run?
The GPD Pocket 4 comes with a licensed Windows 11 Home pre-installed.