GPD will soon launch the Win Mini Ultra, its portable console with the Intel Arc G3 Extreme

During the last COMPUTEX, Intel presented its new processors for portable consoles, the Intel Arc G3 Series. Processors that have been initially seen in their most powerful version, the Intel Arc G3 Extremewhich will now also be present in the GPD Win Mini Ultra. A gaming device in laptop format that expands the possibilities with one more model of this Intel gaming platform.

GPD Win Mini Ultra with Intel Arc G3 Extreme: Power for portable gaming

GPD has confirmed that this new Win Mini Ultra will arrive with the Intel Arc G3 Extremebut has yet to set a release date, even though it has indicated it will arrive soon. We also do not know the price with which this new model will arrive, although we can predict that it will not be economical due to the current situation with prices and RAM memory. But let’s see the interesting thing, its hardware.

The new GPD Win Mini Ultra comes with a larger 8-inch screenwith IPS panel and 1,920 x 1,200 resolution. It has variable refresh rate up to 120Hz. The interesting thing about this device is its clamshell format, which looks more like a laptop than a console, but where you can connect a gamepad to play more comfortably.

Intel Arc G3 Extreme: 14-core CPU and Intel Arc B390 GPU

GPD has chosen the Intel Arc G3 Extreme for this model, the most powerful version of this platform with a 14 core CPUdivided into 2 high performance, 8 high efficiency and 4 ultra-low consumption. Includes the The company’s most powerful integrated GPU, the Intel Arc B390 with 12 Xe3 cores. An iGPU that in tests has proven to be very capable with more demanding games.

It is accompanied by 32GB RAMalthough there is also an option with 64GBLPDDR5X type at 8,533 MT/s. For storage it has a PCIe 5.0 slotalthough the capacity of the included disk has not been specified. To connect accessories it will come with 2 USB4 V2 ports with speeds up to 80 Gbps.

Cooling up to 45 W and 56 Wh battery

GPD has also spoken of its cooling system, designed to support loads up to 45 W on this powerful Intel processor. There is also space for a 56 Wh batterywith 100W PD compatible charging to fill it up in less time. The weight has also increased compared to the previous model, rising to 845 grams.

Despite its curious format, the Gaming controls are integrated into the top of the bottom case. This allows a more comfortable grip when playing, without being bothered by the included keyboard.

As we mentioned previously, there is still no release date and price set for this next GPD model. We also do not have the final complete specifications that this new device will have.