AMD Strix Halo Gaming Handheld Needs External Power — GPD Win 5 Lacks Built-in Battery

Sure thing, let’s dive right in. Imagine this: GPD, known for its handheld gaming PCs, is back in the game with the new Win 5. I mean, they just dropped this teaser, right? And I was like, “What did I just watch?” — because they didn’t show us much. But hey, luckily, The Phawx on YouTube had our backs and spilled the beans. Turns out, it’s packing the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and oh, an 80Wh battery that you can actually take out. Yeah, I know! Who’d have thought? It’s like they’re bringing back the days when you could just unscrew and replace stuff. Hallelujah for easy repairs!

And by the way, if you’re tired of lugging around extra weight, here’s a nifty thing. The battery can be strapped to your backpack or used like a power bank. Just plug it into your console while it’s chilling on your desk. Why? Because nobody wants a cramped hand during a gaming marathon, right? Anyway, move over built-in batteries. This is the future — or the past? Whatevs.

Oh, and side note: You also have the option to go for the slightly less oomphy Ryzen AI Max 385. Maybe you’re on a budget or just don’t need all that horsepower. It’s got half the cores, but hey, sometimes less is more, I guess? Depends on your gaming style. Plus, you get to choose your RAM, anywhere from 32GB to 128GB. As for storage, it’s as if they made a buffet out of it—1TB, 2TB, 4TB. Just shove all your games in there!

Let’s not ignore the fact that we worried, quite a bit actually, about the small 6-inch display. But surprise! It’s now 7 inches, 120 Hz, with 1080p slickness and — wait for it — Gorilla Glass 6. Sure, it’s kind of outdated (hello, 2018 glass), but who’s complaining when it’s more resilient than a shield potion in a firefight?

Mark your calendars, folks, ChinaJoy 2025 is where the magic happens, on August 1. Let’s just hope, fingers crossed, it doesn’t come with a price tag that makes us faint. Pass the popcorn, because the next-gen handheld is almost here!

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