A Pocket Sized Gaming PC! (GPD Win Mini 2024 REVIEW)

[@smidlee7747]

"Tiny houses, tiny cars, tiny retro-handhelds, tiny food, tiny cats, tiny cat food..." and tiny bank account.

[@sarahdaviscc]

😂

[@coppermutant]

"Things are so expensive these days" - Has 5 retro handhelds, 4 mini consoles, 3 all in one retro cartridge consoles, 5 1980s computers, a bookshelf of software, 4 monitors, more consoles...

[@SkoomaGodDovahkiin666]

Tiny pps.

[@lilalj07]

Whispers..."Little Bits"

[@NzA11]

If it ain't tiny, you're doing it wrong

[@paladin8669]

Clamshell designs bring back good memories of the DS And Gameboy Advanced families.

[@capuman]

One important feature about this device is that the screen is landscape native. Unlike other devices like the aya neo for example, where the screen is actually portrait, forced into landscape which causes all sort of resolution issues with many games. But on this device (2024 version) thats not an issue :)

[@TechDweeb]

Definitely!

[@smidlee7747]

I think Valve uses some kind of magic with SteamOS to get older PC games run on a portrait display.

[@capuman]

@@smidlee7747 the whole steam deck and how it manages power and battery is pure magic 🪄

[@Dracossaint]

​@@smidlee7747They do. It's called proton

[@0DlNN]

Good to know, so you can use AMD AFMF and double the FPS because of this screen.

[@marumisu9560]

I got a mini laptop a few years ago and there's really something weirdly satisfying about having something tiny that runs full windows and being able to use a keyboard with it.

[@meteorjuice4088]

Can you imagine always having a computer that can fit in your pocket

[@smidlee7747]

A cellphone?..... I know you meant a Windows PC.

[@meteorjuice4088]

@@smidlee7747 nah I meant smartphones

[@lalalops833]

​@@smidlee7747 that was the joke, you dork

[@zergslayer69]

You can run windows on android phones now too

[@TheBossVinegar]

@@zergslayer69But you have to emulate it and it sucks. It’s completely impracticable over just getting an actual form of a PC, whether it be a desktop, a laptop, or a handheld PC. A smartphone doesn’t cut it.

[@eatereater6312]

“We all know how smooth “heck” is” that caught me off guard😂😂

[@jojosbizarretransgenderism]

Brings me joy to see a reviewer who gets the concept of this handheld! I've got my own (2023 model) and love it, especially how it sits in my tiny hands and how much power I've got in my pocket. I definitely appreciate you throwing in that it's not a good choice for most people, though, because anyone who doesn't like clamshells, needs a bigger screen, or has a reasonable budget will have a bad time with this one. Great video as always!

[@jrpou]

As long as it comes with an usb-A hole I'm up for it

[@mattd1283]

The 2924 version has USB a. They swapped the occulink port for it which IMO was a bad move. This thing paired with the G1 egpu is great if you travel.

[@VladNerd]

HECK YEAHHHHHHHHH!!!! Took a pause from editing my PortMaster clip just to watch this. Coffee in-hand and chair rolled back. Been really waiting for it. ❤😄

[@TechDweeb]

Cheers buddy ☕

[@engineerkentgaming1371]

I still have my GPD first generation. Still works great to this day.

[@Moes_Prep_and_Tech]

I still have mine but one of the trigger buttons got damaged and it's been just sitting in my dresser collecting dust. I wish GPD still made spare parts for it but no

[@eternalrest2859]

Yeah me too. Still using it today. Also have one of these coming.

[@engineerkentgaming1371]

@@Moes_Prep_and_Tech Same thing happened to mine. I opened it up and now two of my triggers don't have springs.

[@Goodmanperson55]

So the reason why it's called Motion Assistant is because the app was originally for setting up gyro controls on GPD devices. Over time they just kinda piled on more and more functionality on it, resulting in a monstrosity of an app.

[@Montytheolaila]

Great channel. Very funny. Couldn’t agree more. It hits all the right notes for me and I’ve got a ton of these. An addiction? A very destructive addiction? Yes.

[@stoneguard]

Been waiting for mine! It should be here in a few days. You've gotten me all excited for it again after a decent wait, lol!

[@TechDweeb]

Niiice!

[@rowanquinlan6049]

What’s it like

[@stoneguard]

@@rowanquinlan6049 I absolutely LOVE! It. I did a couple tweaks that really improve the experience. First set motion assistant to start with windows and start minimized. Then in motion assistant set up some keyboard shortcuts for some TDP presets, and ones for + and - 1 TDP. I have it boot straight to windows when it turns on, and go to steam big screen by default. I have it set to shut down when you hit power and go to sleep when you close the lid. I installed just the right grip so it’s easy to hold but still fits in the tiny case, and bought a super slim charger and magnetic attach cable. It works like a freaking DREAM!

[@lorensims4846]

Wow! This thing is smaller than my old ASUS EeePC 2G Surf that I took with me everywhere about then years ago, but so much more capable! I can put up with Windows if it will let me play just about anything I want to on it. Finally a keyboard/controller combo that really seems to work! Yeah, it's pricey, but I'll figure out something… You had me at "pocket."

[@VipersCave1]

Now this is a real handheld 👍 Good job Dweeb ❤

[@therealzargoes]

"In my opinion which is all that matters"😂

[@Maeiourk]

Motion Assistant also helps with gyroscope controls. Maybe the application was developed based on that? Who knows.

[@anonytuser711]

Wake up babe, there's a new TechDweeb on.

[@TechDweeb]

Tell your babe I said hi

[@Harune_dot_exe0]

Babe sorry I was deadess sleepy and just woke up.

[@Greg_Huff]

"That's what she said" oh man TD I almost died right there 😂😂😂😂 Another awesome video thank you!

[@jbarajasp]

This video is truly excellent. I’m glad KZbin recommended you!

[@TechDweeb]

Thanks buddy!

[@bramangraphics]

Love your warm and fuzzy content.

[@CRYPTiCEXiLE]

your wood finsh on your desk makes this video very cozy,.... also great video and interesting device.

[@TechDweeb]

Thanks for saying so!

[@Tetchystar]

I bought this not expecting much, I just wanted to try a tiny laptop. But this was smaller, more comfortable, more performant and just more fun than I expected! It's definitely risen up as one of my fave devices, great review as usual!

[@tomoprime217]

You dont need the app open. Click the windows Audio icon in the bottom right hand corner next to the clock to turn on / off DTS-X. Spacial audio off disables it. DTS-X only works for games running at a higher TDP like 10w and higher. Don't use DTS for lower wattages or you'll get sound clipping.

[@TechDweeb]

Good to know!

[@commander_nojj]

great review, I love my win mini! One note about mouse mode, the triggers actually speed up the mouse acceleration so you may be more comfortable using that over the trackpad when gaming.

[@TechDweeb]

Good to know!

[@RJIGGLES]

Recently bought the 7840U version of this and I love it, runs CAD, Tekla BIM Software, Bluebeam Revu, Idea Statica and I can just play video games whenever I want. GTA V was my first install on it and it plays great. Battery life could be a bit better but if you got one of those big chonker brick batteries you score yourself a reasonable amount of extra life force.

[@All404G00d]

What a great channel, worth following. Thank you and good luck.

[@MrScottyTay]

kinda wish the sticks were on the inside rather than the outside. Especially since X and A are usually the main contextual buttons since on a normal controller they're closer to the stick. With this layout you have to stretch further to do the actions that are meant to be quick. Nevermind the fact you've got to get passed your own muscle memory to go left instead of right.

[@TechDweeb]

I'm with ya. I wish they just copied the Steam Deck layout.

[@cheeeeezewizzz]

I've owned one for several months. The controls are quite compact so you don't actually have to stretch nearly as much as you might expect. It took me about 2 days to get used to the side by side controls.

[@peterd7009]

I love mine !! Great device !!

[@TechDweeb]

Nice! What are some of your favourite games to play on it? I'm loving Witcher 3 and Crusader Kings. I love that I can use the trackpad in the inventory in Witcher 3 and then use the game controls for the rest of the stuff.

[@mop7188]

@@TechDweeb i know you didnt ask me, but modded bethesda games are great if you run a mod that allows input from both mouse and controller. I have reignited my love for modding games with this device. that's one aspect reviewers forget about this device and other gpd products. It is a joy to mod games on umpcs like the gpd win mini. thank for seeing the vast potential of this device.

[@peterd7009]

@@TechDweeb I like to play sports games. Madden 24 and NBA 2K24 in particular. Plan on playing The Last of Us and the Tomb Raider games too.

[@Kevin-Schmevin]

Good morning fellow nerds

[@reddeviluk]

Late afternoon here, but good afternoon

[@TechDweeb]

Toppathemornin' to ya!

[@Dracossaint]

​@@TechDweeb *hifive*

[@catacocamping874]

@@TechDweebfake voice

[@catacocamping874]

@@TechDweebi ran your audio back and you added that raspy though auto tune

[@zvkek8-zako]

This is the first form factor that got GPD to where they are today

[@Moes_Prep_and_Tech]

GPD just made an Announcement for a New Device Called The GPD DUO, 2 screens. It looks interesting, I forgot to Mention it has OLED Screens as well

[@PDRIFT86]

Some ventilation down there...thrrrrpppp 😮 😂😂😂

[@davidagiel8130]

I love how there are so many different variations of handheld PCs, one for everyone. All I want is a controller with a mini pc inside and no screen, just connect to AR glasses.

[@antonioortega8352]

That exists, forgot what it's called

[@zakjackson2610]

Clamshells are the superior form factor. 👌🏽

[@tbatrics]

Looks amazing. Would love to own one.

[@mjdf122]

Small PC time with the Tech King

[@KrazyShark]

"Small is the new big" hear that little buddy

[@OriginalnaPL]

Just found your channel and you're underrated man, good humour, editing, vibes.

[@salitz91]

I think this thing is so cool, especially with the right use case. If this had existed for my deployments to Afghanistan, it would have been perfect. May be great for people who travel a lot, military, even college students!

[@jharris4561]

The 4th fav aunt caught a random stray lmao

[@greenprotag]

I think, like The Phawx, you too will learn to love this form factor as a hybrid device.

[@TechDweeb]

I'm sold already

[@youzernejm]

In a recent video, you said you like me because I've watched it till the end. Now you said you don't like me. Which is it man? Make up your mind, the suspense is killing me!

[@TechDweeb]

I'm fickle. Deal with it.

[@NothingHereForYou]

Much prefer this over the fat deck designs. Makes games look more impressive running on something smaller

[@LuMack]

I had the same dream as little dweeb😊 only besides my pocket computer I wanted a wristwatch computer with radio fm (mp3 didn't exist) and phone, I should have patented my ideas when I was 5 in the 80`s 😂 greetings from Spain!

[@johnsducks9816]

I'd absolutely love it if they released a super cheap version of this with the n100 for like 300 bucks, I want one so bad but the price instantly makes it not a chance in hell

[@TechDweeb]

I'm with ya there. N100 retro and indie games in this form factor would be a great fit!

[@cheeeeezewizzz]

wait about 6 months and pick up last years model, You should be able to get the entry level model for like 500 bucks

[@johnsducks9816]

@cheeeeezewizzz if that were true I'd be able to get last years gpd win 4 for 500 right now, but unfortunately they don't really sell enough of these for their value to go down that much.

[@ReadGameCraftCook]

Gpd makes fantastic devices. I don’t have this one as I have the max 2023, but I was very tempted. I still get tempted every time I see it😂

[@oaktreejaydee]

That wax in the ears part really got me lmaooooo 😂😂😂😂

[@ryanbartlett672]

Usual info wih great humor. Jumped my wife laughing at the red flatulance!

[@bland9876]

At first I thought this one was the one with the bigger keyboard which looks even more unwieldy to hold.

[@TechDweeb]

The Win Max. Yeah that one is pretty big.

[@bland9876]

@@TechDweeb ya how they thought putting controlls on that was a good idea I'll not understand.

[@hibikiholmes2867]

I'm really interested to see how this little machine handles BazziteOS. Would love to see more videos from you about putting that OS to the test on some of these PC handhelds.

[@ruxcooking]

GPD products look awesome but I always end up wishing they'd do a budget version with something like a helio chip running android.

[@tomoprime217]

Motion Assistant also let's you use the on board Gyro for games dude! Damn I'm gonna need to make a video soon.

[@TechDweeb]

Also good to know! I never use gyro in games. I know lots of people like it for flick stick FPS style but I could never get used to it.

[@pixelmentia]

That USB. What an A hole.

[@x.xlx.x]

As in USB type A haha. Funny.

[@gamingguru2k6]

The best thing about PCs like that now, is you can always just plug it into your TV, plug in a controller, and use it like a game console. I personally prefer the GPD Win 4. The mini is specifically a hybrid. It kind of depends what you want.

[@FS-zt6tm]

or better yet, plug it into an eGPU then have it output to a TV/monitor and you have yourself a powerful gaming PC when docked

[@Taragas]

If I ever get one the first thing I'm going to do is put the phrase "Don't Panic" in large, friendly words on the cover.

[@cholomiranda1418]

Imagine this form factor with the Snapdragon X Elite SOC. We just need a solid translation layer for all X86 games and it will be awesome.

[@PixlByPixl]

Perfect Landing @ 15:00 in that Skate Session. Happy Friday!

[@ryuno2097]

nice seeing Freddy Kruger doing tech reviews.

[@DaBigCheeso]

I switched out my ROG Ally for an AyaNeo Slide specifically because of those Windows hiccups dealing with an on screen keyboard. I could see using this guy for the same reason.

[@TechDweeb]

I'm with ya

[@DanielByon]

You should say “tickle bytes” to go with “giggle bytes” 😂

[@danandtab7463]

I admit I'm commenting at 2 minutes in, but my first impression this form factor looks great for emulating old PCs that require keyboards. But wow, those specs are better than my full size computers! It's matching the replacement full size computers I'm researching. geez. I was not expecting this.

[@cme9241]

Overall this blows away any other handheld, even the win Max 2 at 10 in is not that big blows away everyone

[@mightynemesis94]

2005 Teacher “ you wont have a calculator in your pocket” 2024 ill have a whole pc

[@duhhangryboyz]

I love the first rule in gaming. Can it please Doom?

[@JK-xz1lt]

Hard to believe how far we've come from netbooks.

[@pan9765]

the 1st oneeeeee. yeahh

[@TechDweeb]

🏆

[@noberd]

crazy how i just saw this in the mall yesterday 😭

[@ralphy0103]

You can get more battery, im averaging about 3.5 to 4 hours. Set your TDP to 9, thats where the device is lowest but still stable in most games. Turn your battery saver option in Windows power setting on (most important, outside of tdp manipulation). Turn your backlight to 20%, thats the sweetspot for saving power but still being able to see. Set your resolution in windows to 720p. If your playing anything outside of steam. Exit out of steam as that also consumes power in the background. For further powersaving you can also manipulate the priority of programs running in your devices background. I now get almost 4 hours of playtime, which is incredible. Im on a GPD Win 4, 7640u.

[@keevacarroll5768]

This is kinda close to how id imagine a steamdeck 2. If there was something that can be linux based for 350-450 in the same form factor made that would be great.

[@TechDweeb]

I'm with ya

[@tappersreviews4677]

Hoping for an OLED Win Mini. SteamDeck OLED spoiled me for LCD.

[@kevj.3575]

something important to remember is that gpd limit's the battery to 95% so you can use it as a desktop pc constantly desktop

[@saschapurner9579]

I love such Little Things. I have my Nuc Laptop with Arc Grafik Card and be happy about the sweetspot. Becouse i do not trave a lot.

[@jackdoobie]

Is that a gaming PC in your pocket or are you just happy to see me?

[@TechDweeb]

It's my wiener.

[@Dracossaint]

​@@TechDweebthat is a solid straight man (as in a comedic routine) joke 😂

[@fredericmanson441]

That's a device which is to be added to the list of portable Win console. And PC. It's not for everyone, like you said, but it offers a wide range of other tools than Win consoles don't have...

[@joshuazhao]

OQO and Sony (Sony UX) were the first companies to put full Windows OS in a small handheld factor, they set the standards for these devices back in the 2000s but didn't catch on until GPD Win 1 in 2015, GPD was the company that brought it back and reimagined and improved on that concept, the actual name for these small computers is called a UMPC, or Ultra Mobile PC. People were all raving about how revolutionary the Steam Deck are, but those people don't know that UMPC had existed for a very long time, and Valve and the major PC brands doesn't understand this concept as well as GPD does.

[@kw9209]

You have to give that pocket sized computer back so I guess we all found out that you can move things with your mind…..

[@TechDweeb]

🧠

[@Phille023]

What about retrogaming? I saw some footage of Contra on NES but nothing much about older generations in general and how they perform

[@timnowak8573]

Great review, and a great device 👍 . However, for me there is one downside is the operating system. If it was possible to choose the SteamOs version instead of the Windows version, I wouldn't hesitate. So people who would prefer StemOS have to wait for the community to release an alternative. For example, Bazzite OS works but is not yet polished. However, in my opinion it is worth waiting.

[@ProjectFraz]

i kinda wish the legion go was more like this instead of more like the steam deck but then again the legion go wouldnt have detachable controllers if it was like this device.

[@pkilljoy5797]

I absolutely love mine, because it is the only handheld that properly fills the gap between computer and console. I primarily play MMOS, so having the keyboard is a game changer compared to the deck and ally But at the same time, I can recognize not everyone needs that. Most games now adays are fully playable on controller. Games that need this setup are becoming more and more niche

[@JStation3]

Throw its ring into the hat. I see u TechDweeb...

[@Keithyoung420]

The new ayaneo slide is awesome playing sanua's saga hellblade 2

[@TechDweeb]

I love the look of the slide!

[@Seoulve]

"We all know how smooth heck is"

[@FS-zt6tm]

oculink holes >>> USB-A-holes

[@acarrizosa08]

You should write "GPD Win Mini 2024" somewhere in your title/summary, because if you look for a review for this device your awesome video doesn't pop up.

[@TechDweeb]

Good call

[@OzymandiasWasRight]

Well....at least its less than a month of rent? Gettin REAL tired of rent taking away my happiness.

[@tysonharrison2566]

2bdr rent here is $1900

[@anashasn5523]

Can you do neo geo hidden gems video I love this series and your game selection is amazing

[@mikele7982]

Try Handheld Control panel! Easy to use, autoTDP... AWESOME

After a while watching your videos I can't even say DDR, but now I won't even be able to say LPDddd.

[@TechDweeb]

That's the TechDweeb effect! You're becoming a DWEEB! ONE OF US! ONE OF US!

[@WitchDoctor87]

In 4 to 5 years when my baby is a little bigger and i have time to game. I hope this will be my main gaming system. Pricing will likely drop then.

[@TechDweeb]

Oh yeah these PC handhelds get cheap fast on the used market.

[@bigrob029]

mouse and keyboard is the best for portable Cr0n.

[@SwaggerDolphin1]

I wish a company would come out with an ultra budget handheld pc game thingy. I just want a decent enough x86 to run Morrowind and Deus Ex. GPDs and Steam Decks seem like overkill

[@numberknower]

I had the very first GPD Win back in college and absolutely loved it, until its battery puffed and I sold it to a friend who wanted to replace the battery, and I bought a Switch. I really loved the form factor of the original GPD win so I'm hyped that they're back to the clamshell design. At the time I had the GPD Win, it was the only real name in handheld PCs, we didn't have a Steam Deck, or an Aya Neo nothin, or any of the options we have now. Excited to see how this bad boy feels. The only one I'm really looking at is the Steam Deck because of the trackpads, but this is definitely a contender... my rule of thumb (hah), is that if I can't play FTL: Faster Than Light on a handheld gaming PC (IE, it doesn't have a trackpad), I'm out.

[@bobcatethan8919]

This and the steamdeck are the only handheld PCs I am interested in

[@moonlambo5229]

I've always wanted one of these things but haven't gotten one because I probably wouldn't use it that much. Once my crypto goes up more i'll pull the trigger!

[@typingcat1814]

GPD doesn't get enough attention! I'm still a Win Max 2 fan though. I would never put the Win Mini in my pocket, it would be so uncomfortable there and its corners would rip holes in my jeans in no time. So if you don't care about pocketability (i.e. a couch gamer like me), why not get all the benefits of a larger device: 10" screen, 60Wh battery, touch-typable keyboard, and OccuLink. A superior experience all around. Well, maybe except the weight.

[@MagicalSoundShower]

Pro tuber vid 👾🕹️ thanks TD

[@LourJamesJabinal]

Makes me wonder what SOC the ROG Ally X will come with. The 7 8840u is not really that much of a jump from last gen, so ASUS shouldn't ask way too much in terms of pricing.

[@TechDweeb]

It'll be the Z1 extreme. The only upgrades on the X will be the battery, ram speed (should be a little better performance) and ram capacity, and some minor form factor and controls changes.

[@decisionparalysis7856]

I want one of these, but will probably never bite, maybe when newer models come out. The dpad and buttons seem really far to press. They give me anxiety to look at, but you seemed to play with them fine. They are completely inverted to the Steam Deck layout, which I have gotten pretty used to, I think that layout makes more sense. I can totally see the appeal in this device, and they have came quite far since their previous models. I like the portability of it, the fact you can close it and easily store it, even without a case if you needed to.