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technology1 hour ago•5 min saved

Framework Laptop 13 Pro redefines upgradeable Linux laptops with a bigger battery and premium chassis

Phoronix’s review of the Framework Laptop 13 Pro highlights a redesigned, upgradeable chassis (6063 aluminum, 1.4 kg), larger 74Wh battery, LPCAMM2 memory up to 64GB, and cross-generation component compatibility. Paired with the Panther Lake platform, Linux out-of-the-box support is strong across Ubuntu 26.04 LTS, Fedora, and Arch, with promising runtime improvements and a claimed up-to-20-hour battery life; a quirk with non-official 150W USB-C chargers can throttle performance until using the official Framework charger. Overall, the 13 Pro stands as a top modular Linux laptop option.

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#framework-laptop-13-pro #linux-compatibility #modular-design

technology8 months ago•17 min saved

Framework Laptop 16: A New Era of Upgradeable Gaming and DIY Laptops

The Framework Laptop 16 has received significant upgrades, including support for interchangeable motherboards with AMD and Nvidia GPUs, notably the new Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070, making it more powerful and flexible for gaming and professional use, though it remains large and costly compared to other laptops.

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#amd-ryzen-ai-7-350 #framework-laptop-16 #gpu-upgrade

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

"Unveiling the Framework Laptop 16: A Comprehensive Review"

The Framework Laptop 16 aims to revolutionize the workstation/gaming laptop market with its upgradeable design, customizable keyboard, and dedicated GPU options, but it faces limitations and bulkiness compared to non-upgradeable alternatives. While the current upgrade options are fairly limited, the company's track record with the Framework Laptop 13 builds trust for potential appealing upgrades in the future. The laptop's unique features make it intriguing, but not essential for now, with great potential for improvement in the coming years.

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#customizable-keyboard #dedicated-gpu #framework-laptop-16

technology3 years ago•4 min saved

Framework Laptop's 13th-gen Intel upgrade improves battery life and performance.

The Framework Laptop 13, a repairable and upgradeable laptop PC, has received a new motherboard with 13th-generation Intel Core CPUs, a larger battery, a redesigned hinge, new display bezel colors, louder speakers, and a matte screen option. Upgrading the laptop is made easy with well-illustrated and easy-to-follow replacement guides for each component. The battery life has been improved, fixing one of the cons listed in last year's review. Upgraders may want to wait for the upcoming AMD Ryzen edition, slated to ship in late Q3.

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