Description
Waveshare GPM280 Portable Game Console is a compact handheld gaming device based on the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4 Lite. It combines a 2.8-inch IPS display, 640 x 480 resolution, built-in controls, WiFi-based ROM updates, a 3500mAh battery, and a portable enclosure designed for retro gaming and Raspberry Pi handheld projects. This makes it a practical ready-to-use platform for users who want a Raspberry Pi portable console without building the shell, screen, and controls from scratch.
This listing is for the version that includes the Compute Module 4 Lite and a 32GB TF card. Compared with a bare gaming HAT or screen kit, GPM280 is positioned more like a complete portable gaming terminal with integrated display, power, controls, audio, and cooling-focused enclosure details.
Features
- Based on Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4 Lite with BCM2711 quad-core Cortex-A72 at 1.5GHz and 1GB RAM.
- 2.8-inch IPS display with 640 x 480 resolution.
- Fully laminated toughened glass panel with anti-fingerprint treatment.
- WiFi connectivity for updating game ROMs.
- Built-in 3500mAh battery for portable gaming sessions.
- Compact handheld form factor with airflow vents for heat dissipation.
- TF card storage support, with this version including a 32GB TF card.
- Retro gaming and Raspberry Pi portability focus in one integrated handheld unit.
Specifications
| Item |
Details |
| Controller |
Compute Module 4 Lite, BCM2711 quad-core Cortex-A72 (ARM v8) 64-bit SoC @ 1.5GHz, 1GB RAM |
| Display |
2.8-inch IPS screen, 640 x 480, fully laminated toughened glass panel, anti-fingerprint, 70 percent NTSC color gamut |
| Battery |
3500mAh |
| WiFi |
Game ROMs updatable via WiFi |
| Storage |
32GB / 64GB TF card options, this listing includes 32GB TF |
| Dimensions |
136.4 x 67.5 mm |
Applications
- Portable retro gaming using Raspberry Pi based handheld hardware.
- Raspberry Pi portable console projects without needing a custom case and display stack.
- DIY gaming and emulation setups for makers and hobbyists.
- Learning handheld device integration with display, battery, controls, and WiFi in one platform.
- Compact demonstration devices for gaming UI and embedded multimedia projects.
Product List
- GPM280 main unit with Compute Module 4 Lite and 32GB TF card x1
- Screwdriver x1
- Power adapter 5V 3A x1
- Cleaning cloth x1
Other Content
The 2.8-inch IPS screen is one of the product’s key strengths. The 640 x 480 resolution is a good fit for retro gaming style content, and the fully laminated toughened glass panel helps improve display clarity and durability in a handheld form factor.
Compute Module 4 Lite gives the GPM280 much stronger performance than a simple microcontroller-based handheld. This is why it is positioned as a real Raspberry Pi portable game console rather than just a toy-sized display gadget.
WiFi connectivity and airflow vents both matter in daily use. WiFi makes game ROM updates easier, while the vented enclosure helps with sustained gaming and heat management in a compact portable shell.
Resources
- Wiki / User Guide
- User Manual PDF
- Raspberry Pi Compute Module Documentation
- Raspberry Pi Software
- RetroPie Project
FAQ
Does this listing include the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4 Lite?
Yes. This version includes the Compute Module 4 Lite and a 32GB TF card.
What screen does the GPM280 use?
It uses a 2.8-inch IPS screen with 640 x 480 resolution and a fully laminated toughened glass panel.
Can game ROMs be updated over WiFi?
Yes. The official product information specifically mentions that game ROMs are updatable via WiFi.
Is this more like a kit or a finished handheld?
It is much closer to a finished Raspberry Pi handheld console than a simple expansion board, because it integrates the display, battery, controls, enclosure, and core Raspberry Pi compute hardware into one portable system.
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