GPD WIN MAX 2 FAQ

• Hall sensor analog sticks: The device uses Hall sensor sticks with built-in inductance coils instead of traditional potentiometer sticks. This eliminates issues like stick drift and wear and tear.
• Removable magnetic covers: The gaming controls can be covered by magnetic panels when not in use, allowing the device to transition between gaming and professional modes.
• Analog triggers: The triggers support 256 levels of feedback, allowing for more immersive experiences in racing games and shooters.
• Dual vibration motors: Built-in vibration motors provide haptic feedback, with adjustable intensity levels (off, weak, strong).
• 6-axis gyroscope: Supports motion control for compatible games.
• Mappable back buttons: Two customizable buttons on the rear of the device can be mapped to different functions.
• Standard gaming buttons: It includes a D-pad and standard gaming face buttons.
• Integrated design: The controls are built into the lower half of the device, allowing it to function as both a handheld gaming system and a laptop.
• These features combine to provide a versatile and high-quality gaming experience on a portable Windows device.

Yes, the device offers a range of ports including USB Type-A, USB-C, and Thunderbolt 4/USB4, allowing you to connect various peripherals like keyboards, mice, and external storage devices.

Absolutely. The GPD WIN MAX 2 functions as a full Windows PC with a built-in keyboard and touchpad. It can run productivity software and comes with magnetic covers for the gaming controls to give it a more professional appearance when needed.

The GPD WIN MAX 2 comes pre-installed with a licensed Windows 11 Home edition. This provides a familiar interface and compatibility with a wide range of PC games and software.

Yes, the GPD WIN MAX 2 supports stylus input with an optional active pen that offers 4096 levels of pressure sensitivity. We recommend the GPD Stylus which works great with it.

Yes, the GPD WIN MAX 2 functions as a fully-featured Windows laptop with a built-in keyboard and touchpad. It also includes magnetic covers for the gaming controls to give it a more professional appearance when needed.

Yes, the GPD WIN MAX 2 features one M.2 2280 slot (occupied by the pre-installed SSD) and one additional M.2 2230 slot for storage expansion. Both slots support PCIe 4.0 x4 SSDs.

Yes, the GPD WIN MAX 2 supports external GPUs through its USB4 port (AMD models) or Thunderbolt 4 port (Intel models), allowing for up to 40Gbps bandwidth. The GPD WIN MAX 2 2024 also has an OCuLi nk port compatible with the GPD G1 for f aster data transfer speeds and performance.

The GPD WIN MAX 2 2024 model features: 

• 10.1-inch 2560×1600 touchscreen display
• AMD Ryzen 7 8840U or Ryzen 5 8640U processor
• Up to 64GB LPDDR5 RAM
• Up to 2TB PCIe 4.0 SSD storage
• Built-in game controls and keyboard
• Windows 11 Home pre-installed

There are three main versions of the GPD WIN MAX 2:

• GPD WIN MAX 2 2022 model with Intel or AMD processors
• GPD WIN MAX 2 2023 refresh with updated AMD Ryzen 7 7840U
• GPD WIN MAX 2 2024 model with AMD Ry zen 7 8840U

The GPD WIN MAX 2 series has a HDMI port and a USB-C port that you can use with a hub for HDMI output to a TV or monitor. See our accessories for compatible hubs.

The GPD WIN MAX 2 2023 and 2024 have longer battery life than other devices such as the Win 4 and Mini. The Win MAX 2 is a larger device that has a larger capacity battery. For example, running Cinebench benchmark on a loop at 28W TDP got around 1 hour 52 minutes, compared to 1 hour 25 minutes on the Win 4.

In our own benchmarks compared with other 2024 GPD models the Win MAX 2 2024 had excellent results, often comparable with the Win 4 2024 by a few frames or score percent difference . You can read our full review here which includes the benchmark comparisons.