CG Deck

Open-source · modular · portable x86 handheld mini computer.Windows & Linux · Intel N150 · 5" 1024×600 display · 8-hour battery.

CPU

Intel N150

4 Cores · Up to 3.6 GHz

Display

5" IPS Touch

1024×600 · 1000 nits

Battery

~8 Hours

10,500 mAh · 3× 18650

RAM

8 / 16 GB

LPDDR5 4800 MT/s

CG Deck devices

Power

8-hour battery life

Three 18650 lithium batteries with safe onboard power management and USB-C charging. 10,500 mAh total capacity keeps you powered through long sessions.

10,500

mAh total

18650 cells

USB-C

PD 15V charging

CG Deck Battery Schematic

Accessories

Modular accessories

Click a module below to explore its use cases and specifications.

64 Key Keyboard ModulePrimary Module

64 Key Keyboard Module

Use cases

QMK Compatible

Fully open-source keyboard firmware

Swappable Keys

Easily swap keys between 3D printed keys/keypads or our custom silicone rubber keypads for your preferred feel

Coding on the Go

Full layout for serious developers

Browsing the Web

Comfortable everyday typing

Messaging

Fast and familiar keyboard input

Modular by design

Quick-swap accessories

Swap between a full keyboard, 10-key macropad, or gamepad controller in seconds. Extend range with antennas, prop up with a kickstand, or add a 4K camera — all in an ever-expanding ecosystem.

retro grey

retro grey

cyber beige

cyber beige

sky blue

sky blue

black

black

white

white

Compatibility

Your firmware, your OS, your device

If it runs on Linux or Windows, it will run on the CG Deck. x86 architecture means full compatibility — Windows 11, 10, or any Linux distribution. Manage everything with the software and firmware that works best for you.

Operating systems
Windows 11
Windows 11
Windows 10
Windows 10
Ubuntu
Ubuntu
Fedora
Fedora
Debian
Debian
Linux Mint
Linux Mint
NixOS
NixOS
PostmarketOS
PostmarketOS
Fedora Silverblue
Fedora Silverblue
Linux
Linux
KDE Plasma
KDE Plasma
Chromium OS
Chromium OS
Firmware & software
EmulationStation DE
EmulationStation DE
RetroArch
RetroArch
Kodi
Kodi
Home Assistant
Home Assistant
Jellyfin
Jellyfin
Nextcloud
Nextcloud
Docker
Docker
Flatpak
Flatpak
Podman
Podman
Node.js
Node.js
Rust
Rust
Neovim
Neovim
Alacritty
Alacritty
Immich
Immich
MPV
MPV
File Browser
File Browser
Memos
Memos
Geary
Geary
Uptime Kuma
Uptime Kuma

+ Any x86-compatible OS, firmware, or software

Expandability

Internal module support & upgrades

Expand storage, add cellular connectivity, or attach an eGPU for serious compute. The CG Deck was designed to grow with you.

Add the 4G LTE SIM key module and stay connected wherever there's signal — no Wi-Fi needed.

NVMe Storage

M.2 2230 / 2280

PCIe 3.0 NVMe SSD expansion

eGPU / AI

PCIe Expansion

Full-sized external GPU & AI acceleration module

Cellular

4G LTE Cat 4

M.2 E SIM key — NanoSIM slot

Wireless

M.2 E Key

Wi-Fi 6e / 7e & Bluetooth upgrade

Personalization

Official & DIY shells

Change the color, style, or functionality of your CG Deck. Design files will be open-sourced after Kickstarter fulfilment — and we'll run community competitions for the best DIY designs.

standard

standard

sky blue

field hacker

field hacker

retro gray · exposed gpio

picatinny rail

picatinny rail

cyber beige

brick plate

brick plate

field green

+ unlimited custom designs & colors possible

In the box

Custom USB-C power cable

Every DIY kit and production build ships with a custom Mogozen silicone USB-C to USB-A 3.0 cable — 24K gold transfer wires, 5V 3A fast charging, durable thick silicone outer casing.

5V 3A

fast charging

24K

gold wires

USB 3.0

data transfer

white cable

white

orange cable

orange

Open ecosystem

Open source hardware & software

The CG Deck is part of a fully open-sourced hardware & software ecosystem. Schematics, firmware, and design files will be publicly available.

View on GitHub
Open Source logos
64 Key Controller Schematic

Technical specifications

Standard

eMMC Storage

64GB

eMMC 5.1

Standard

RAM

8GB LPDDR5

4800 MT/s · In-Band ECC

Standard

Wi-Fi & Network

Wi-Fi 6e · Bluetooth

Ethernet — 1GbE RJ45 Port · WOL Support

CPU

Intel® Processor N150, 4 Cores / 4 Threads

Up to 3.60 GHz

Graphics

Intel® Graphics

24 Execution Units, up to 1 GHz

Display

5" 1024×600, Capacitive Touch IPS LCD, 1000 Nits

16:9 Aspect Ratio · 180° Viewing Angle · 1000:1 Contrast Ratio · 10 Finger Touch Points

Display Out

Up to 4096×2160 @ 60Hz via HDMI 2.1

Audio

3.5mm Microphone / Headphone Combo Connector

On-Board I/O

M.2 E Key 2230 Slot

PCIe/CNVio & PCIe FPC Connector · PCIe 3.0×1 0.5mm · 16 Pin

External I/O

HDMI, 2× USB-A 3.0, USB-C, Ethernet, TF MicroSD Card Slot

Expandable Storage

TF MicroSD (SDXC)

NVMe SSD M.2 2230 / 2280

Cellular Connectivity

M.2 E Expansion Slot — 4G LTE Cat 4

NanoSIM Slot

Sensors

Real Time Clock

CR1020 Backup Battery

Security

Isolated Trust Anchor

Supports RSA, ECC, ED25519

Battery & Power

10,500mAh total (3× 3500mAh 18650 LiFePO4, 3.6V)

2.5V Cutoff — approx. 8 hours · Charged via USB Type-C PD 15V · Batteries may not be included depending on shipping region/country due to local regulations.

Dimensions

4.5" × 7.25" × 1.8"

Weight

590 grams

Highlighted cards indicate specs that differ between models

Coming soon

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Join the waitlist and be first to know when we launch on Kickstarter.

Real hardware

Prototype photos

A look at real, working CG Deck prototypes — built, tested, and iterated on as we develop toward production.

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