- Micropc 2 GDP packs performance improvements in one of the lightest laptops with full windows
- Full size ports and PCIe 3.0 storage make this mini-PC surprisingly versatile for work in the field
- The 7 -inch screen is clear, shiny and folds flat for flexible use, but not for long sessions or multitasking
While most modern ultraportables are chasing thin glasses and a day’s battery life, the new GPD micropc 2, the original micropc monitoring (launched for the first time in 2018 and updated in 2021), takes a different route.
It brings back the format of the netbook with updated interns and robust durability and ready for the field, intended for specific use cases such as computer maintenance, networking and mobile diagnostics.
Weighing approximately 490 grams and measuring 171.2 x 110.8 x 23.5 mm, it is one of the lightest laptops with a complete compatibility of X86.
Performance in a small shell
Basically, the Micropc 2 runs the N250 Intel processor, built on the more recent Intel 7 process.
Although it is still a low power chip, it offers clear improvements in basic clock speeds and increases, the size of the cache and the integrated graphic performance.
Associated with 16 GB of LPDDR5 memory and an SSD M.2 of 512 GB with a PCIE 3.0 X4 bandwidth, the system offers performance surprisingly capable for light workloads.
The reference scores show large gains in the performance of the CPU and the GPU compared to the original micropc.
Even with these upgrades, it is difficult to see this compact device – now available for support on Indiegogo – get a large attraction, especially with a beginner price almost $ 500.
Its 7 -inch 1080p screen offers 500 brightness nits, which makes it readable and usable despite the compact factor.
The screen folds flat for more flexibility in tight environments. However, the size and layout make him uncomfortable for prolonged strike or multitasking.
For engineers or mobile professionals who need online command access, it can be used as a compact problem solver. But it is better to consider a backup terminal, not a main machine.
The micropc 2 makes intelligent use of its rear E / S arrangement. With USB-C USB-C and USB-A Gen 2, HDMI 2.1, 2.5 GBPS Ethernet and the microSD support, it offers more connectivity than most tablets.
However, the elimination of inherited ports like RS-232, available on the original micropc, could be a drawback for technicians working with older systems.
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth have been upgraded, but their value depends on the question of whether users see the advantages of these features in a 7 inch shape factor.
For IT administrators, field testers or mobile teams who need a on -the -go physical keyboard, it could work as an effective and specific commercial PC.
But most users will find the right keyboard, limited performance and narrow software support too restrictive for general use.
The 512 GB version of the Micropc 2 is currently at a price of $ 495 for donors, with retail prices at $ 607.
At the time of writing the editorial time, he collected HKD 754 620 (around $ 96,131.80) in crowdfunding and should start shipping in September 2025.
