Tenku has unveiled the Pocket 8, an ultra-compact laptop in Japan, showcasing an 8-inch touchscreen display with a remarkable pixel density of 283 PPI.
Weighing a mere 1.43 pounds, this diminutive device is powered by an octa-core Alder Lake-N CPU and is coupled with 16 GB of LPDDR5 memory.
Micro PCs have garnered a fervent following among select demographics, particularly those enamored with small form factor (SFF) devices.
The Japanese brand Tenku is well-acquainted with this niche, further broadening its offerings with the launch of the Pocket 8 ultra-compact laptop.
Diverging from conventional laptops that typically sport 13-inch screens or larger, the Pocket 8 opts for a petite 8-inch display, delivering a resolution of 1920 x 1200.
This seemingly modest resolution translates into an impressive pixel density of 283 PPI, eclipsing even that of premium models like the M5 MacBook Pro.
Octa-core Alder Lake-N CPU for Acceptable Performance
Nevertheless, the Tenku Pocket 8 does not position itself as a performance juggernaut. It is equipped with an Intel Core i3 N305 Alder Lake-N CPU, featuring eight cores, eight threads, and a peak boost clock reaching 3.8 GHz. Graphics processing is managed by an Intel UHD iGPU with 32 EUs, based on the Xe architecture.
Performance assessments, as evidenced by synthetic benchmarks such as Cinebench, suggest that it will perform admirably, capable of managing most routine non-intensive tasks, including browsing, content consumption, and basic productivity.
ⓘ Tenku: A clever 360° hinge enhances versatility.
ⓘ Tenku The Pocket 8 is remarkably compact.
Given the device’s size, the keyboard is predictably diminutive, likely lacking in typing excitement. A trackpoint is included, compensating for the absence of a standard-sized trackpad.
Storage and memory are addressed with 512 GB of M.2 2280 storage and 16 GB of LPDDR5-4800 memory. The I/O options are as follows:
- WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.2
- Dual USB Type-A (USB 3.2 Gen 1, USB 3.2 Gen 2), USB Type-C
- Mini HDMI 1.4
- microSD reader
- 3.5 mm audio combo jack
Weighing just over 650 grams or 1.43 pounds, the Pocket 8 is exceptionally compact, measuring 20 x 13 x 1.8 cm, or approximately 7.8 x 5.1 x 0.71 inches. Other noteworthy features include a 3,800-mAh battery, a 360° hinge, and a 10-point touch display.
The Tenku Pocket 8 is currently available for purchase in Japan, retailing at approximately 94,800 Yen, or around $608 USD.
A launch in the United States appears unlikely; however, those in search of a similar ultra-compact laptop may consider the GPD MicroPC 2, which retails for approximately $770 on Amazon US.
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