GPi Case 2 + Dock
69,00 € INCL. VAT
- Game Boy-style retro handheld console, also playable on the TV thanks to the dock
- 3-inch 640 x 480 screen, 4000 mAh battery, 1080p HDMI dock
- For Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4, CM4 Lite with Wi-Fi recommended
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Description
GPi Case 2 + Dock: the retro handheld console for Raspberry Pi CM4, also playable on the TV
The Retroflag GPi Case 2 turns a Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4 into a Game Boy-inspired handheld console: 3-inch screen, 4000 mAh battery, D-pad, A, B, X, Y buttons, hidden L and R triggers, speaker and headphone jack. Placed on its dock, it charges and displays the game on the TV over HDMI, with two USB ports for wired controllers. A single machine for gaming on the go and in the living room.
Highlights
- Two play modes : handheld, or living room console on the dock with 720p or 1080p HDMI output.
- 4000 mAh lithium battery, USB-C 5 V / 3 A charging, play possible while charging or on a power bank.
- Tool-free assembly : the CM4 clicks into place on four guide points.
- Turbo and Home buttons, power saving mode, backlight wheel and volume control.
- Recalbox recommended : no display patch or shutdown script to install.
- Dock with two USB 2.0 ports for controllers, keyboard or mouse.
Technical specifications
| Element | Specification |
|---|---|
| Compatible module | Raspberry Pi CM4 Lite or eMMC, with or without Wi-Fi (CM4 Lite with Wi-Fi recommended) |
| Screen | 3.0 inches, 640 x 480 |
| Battery | 4000 mAh lithium |
| Power supply | USB-C 5 V / 3 A |
| Controls | D-pad, A, B, X, Y, L, R, Select, Start, Turbo, Home, power saving, Power |
| Audio | Speaker, 3.5 mm headphone jack, volume control |
| Other | microSD card reader, micro-USB for firmware updates |
| Dock | 720p / 1080p HDMI output, 2 x USB 2.0, USB-C input |
| Dimensions / weight | 134.6 x 81.3 x 31.7 mm, 224 g; dock 87.4 x 50 x 29.5 mm, 103 g |
Which one should you choose?
| Product | Card | Battery | Special feature |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPi Case 2 + Dock | Raspberry Pi CM4 | 4000 mAh | HDMI dock for the TV |
| GPi Case 2W | Raspberry Pi Zero, Zero W, Zero 2 W | 2800 mAh | 3-inch IPS screen, more affordable |
| Recalbox and GPi Case 2 kit with CM4 | CM4 included | 4000 mAh | Complete ready-to-play solution |
| PiStation Case | Raspberry Pi 4 | No | Living room console |
The GPi Case 2 harnesses the power of the CM4, well above that of a Pi Zero 2 W, to emulate more consoles. If you do not want to assemble anything, the kit with CM4 and Recalbox is the simplest route.
Compatibility and pitfalls
- Compute Module 4 required and not included: a standard Raspberry Pi 4 does not fit.
- CM4 with eMMC : the microSD reader is then no longer used for the system; Retroflag recommends the CM4 Lite with Wi-Fi.
- Compute Module 5 : Retroflag only documents the CM4; we do not guarantee the CM5.
- RetroPie : display patch and clean shutdown scripts required, unlike Recalbox.
- Charger : plan for a USB-C 5 V / 3 A power supply.
Recommended accessories
- The Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4, ideally the Lite version with Wi-Fi.
- L'official Raspberry Pi 15.3 W USB-C power supply : 5.1 V / 3 A, the current required by the case and the dock.
- A carte microSD SanDisk Ultra to install Recalbox on a CM4 Lite.
Uses and projects
Travel console, living room console with the dock, a gift for a retro gaming fan: our ultimate guide to the GPi Case 2 and the CM4 with or without eMMC covers the installation step by step. Find the full range on the Retroflag page.
Frequently asked questions
Is the GPi Case 2 compatible with the CM5?
Retroflag only documents Compute Module 4 boards. The CM5 is not guaranteed.
Which CM4 should I choose for the GPi Case 2?
Retroflag recommends a CM4 Lite with Wi-Fi: the system is installed on the microSD and Wi-Fi is used for updates and transferring games.
Which operating system should I install?
Recalbox is recommended: it works without any patch or script. RetroPie requires a display patch and shutdown scripts.
How do I play on the TV?
By placing the console on the dock, connected to the TV over HDMI (720p or 1080p).
Can I play while charging?
Yes, and the console also works with a power bank.
What is the difference with the GPi Case 2W?
The 2W takes a Raspberry Pi Zero 2 W with a 2800 mAh battery; the GPi Case 2 takes a more powerful CM4, with 4000 mAh and an HDMI dock.
The GPi Case 2 + Dock is the retro console that goes everywhere with you, from the couch to the train. At MonRaspberry, you buy official and tested products, shipped from our stock based in France within 24/48 h of payment receipt, with free pickup point delivery on orders from €200, returns within 14 days (with return authorization) and payment by Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, Apple Pay or Google Pay.
Additional information
| Weight | 0,4 kg |
|---|---|
| Connections | HDMI, USB, USB-C |
| MicroSD port | Yes |
| Power supply type | Battery |
| Case feature | Rétro Gaming |
