For our GPD Duo gaming performance video and article, we tested a variety of games on the pre-production GPD Duo laptop to see how they perform at the default 28W TDP with SmartShift set to 60000. We observed a notable improvement over the previous generation AMD Ryzen 7 8840U CPU, emerging as a highly promising processor for gaming.
The GPD Duo is a high-performance dual-screen laptop tailored for gamers, professionals, and multitaskers who need powerful hardware in a portable package. Featuring the AMD Ryzen 9 AI HX370 processor and 890M GPU, it offers excellent computing and graphics capabilities, making it perfect for gaming, content creation, and productivity tasks.
The standout feature of the Duo is its dual-screen design, which enhances productivity and gameplay by providing extra screen space. Lightweight and compact, the GPD Duo is a versatile option for users on the go, merging innovative design with cutting-edge hardware. Read more in our full GPD Duo review here.
GPD Duo Gaming Performance Video
Elden Ring
We set the resolution to 1200P with Medium graphics settings, disabled motion blur, and enabled V-Sync to 60 FPS. There were minor dips below 60 FPS, but gameplay remained smooth. For a solid 60+ FPS, 800P resolution with higher graphics settings is an option.
Tekken 8
With a resolution of 1200P and Medium graphics settings, enabling AMD FSR 2 to Balanced allowed us to enjoy 60+ FPS on the GPD Duo laptop during gameplay.
Palworld
We chose 1200P resolution, limited to 30 FPS, with default Medium graphics settings. Lowering the resolution or graphics could achieve 60 FPS, but the game plays well at 30 FPS given its slower pace.
Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy
This game proved to be more demanding than expected on the GPD Duo. We opted for 1080P resolution, capped at 30 FPS, and used the default High graphics settings.
Dead Cells
As a less demanding game, Dead Cells ran smoothly at the maximum resolution of 2880×1800. We recommend lowering the TDP to save battery life.
No Man’s Sky
At 1200P resolution with standard graphics settings and FSR 2 Balanced enabled, there were occasional dips below 60 FPS. Reducing the resolution could improve performance further, while allowing for higher graphics settings.
TMNT Shredder’s Revenge
This game ran flawlessly at 2880×1800 resolution. You can lower the TDP to extend battery life.
Cyberpunk 2077
We opted for 1080P resolution on default High graphics settings, paired with FSR 2.1 Balanced and V-Sync at 30 FPS. Although you could reduce the resolution for 60 FPS, the game looks significantly better at 1080P.
Double Dragon Gaiden
This game runs excellently at 2880×1800 resolution on the GPD Duo. As with other lower-demanding games, lowering the TDP can help conserve battery life.
Forza Horizon 5
We selected 1080P resolution with default High graphics settings and no FSR enabled. If desired, you could enable FSR to push for a higher resolution.
Star Trucker
This space trading game performed very well at 2880×1800 resolution with default High graphics quality settings.
Sifu
Sifu ran smoothly at 2880×1800 resolution with Ultra graphics settings. You can likely reduce the TDP for improved battery life without impacting performance.
Little Kitty Big City
This lighthearted exploration game ran flawlessly at 2880×1800 resolution, even at Very High graphics settings.
Mad Streets
A relatively low-demand, four-player brawler, Mad Streets worked perfectly at 2880×1800 resolution. There are no adjustable graphics settings, but the game performed well without the need for tweaks on the dual screen laptop.
Spider-Man
At 1080P resolution and default High graphics settings, we enabled AMD FSR 2.0 to target 60 FPS, keeping the gameplay smooth with only minor dips below 60 FPS.
We Love Katamari REROLL
We ran this at 1200P resolution with default settings. Reducing the TDP on this dual display laptop could help conserve battery life without affecting gameplay.
Legend of Mana
This RPG ran smoothly at 2880×1800 resolution. Lowering the TDP is a good option to extend battery life for longer gaming sessions.
What do you think of the GPD Duo’s gaming performance at 28W TDP? Have any game suggestions for a follow-up article and video? Let us know in the comments!
