GPD WIN 5 packs desktop-grade editing performance in a handheld frame
Cinebench scores place this handheld alongside full-sized AMD workstations in performance
GPD WIN 5 detachable battery design reduces weight and improves portability
Dual-fan cooling keeps the 70W chip running without immediate throttling concerns
When a portable machine starts outperforming a workstation, the line between compact gaming devices and full-fledged PCs begins to blur.
The GPD WIN 5 from Shenzhen GPD Technology represents such a shift, packing desktop-grade performance into a frame that still fits comfortably in one hand.
Yet, despite the impressive numbers, it also invites questions about practicality, heat management, and whether such power truly makes sense for professionals and gamers alike.Pushing the boundaries of portable gaming performance
The GPD WIN 5 integrates AMD’s Ryzen AI Max+ 395 processor, a 16-core, 32-thread chip capable of boosting up to 5.1GHz.
This chip rivals high-end desktop systems, and it is one of the best AMD CPUs for compact systems, excelling in high-performance mini PCs and thin laptops that need strong AI support with an integrated GPU.
