# Configuration Science Survey **URL:** \ **Category:** Framework Team\ **Created:** [September 14, 2026, 11:00pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/configuration-science-survey/84845 "2026-09-14T23:00:01Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![catastrophic](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/community.frame.work/catastrophic/32/37498_2.png) [@catastrophic](https://community.frame.work/u/catastrophic)\ **Post date:** [September 14, 2026, 11:00pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/configuration-science-survey/84845/1 "2026-09-14T23:00:01Z")
Hello! I’m doing some _science_ and would like your input! **What configurations are your favorite? Why?** It can be any product (12, 13, 16, Desktop - can also be purchased or thinking about it, just make sure to label if you purchased it or not). I’d love to know your thoughts! Feel free to drop a comment below. [Please don’t use this thread for troubleshooting or other topics. I’m doing science ☹] Thanks! ---
**Author:** ![Squiggler](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/community.frame.work/squiggler/32/50136_2.png) [@Squiggler](https://community.frame.work/u/Squiggler)\ **Post date:** [September 14, 2026, 11:22pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/configuration-science-survey/84845/2 "2026-09-14T23:22:49Z")
> [@catastrophic](#): > > What configurations are your favorite? My favourite is (will be) the 192GB Framework Desktop with a cheeky 50% off voucher during this year’s Black Friday. I have not purchased it yet, waiting for BF! 😼 ---
**Author:** ![catastrophic](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/community.frame.work/catastrophic/32/37498_2.png) [@catastrophic](https://community.frame.work/u/catastrophic)\ **Post date:** [September 14, 2026, 11:23pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/configuration-science-survey/84845/3 "2026-09-14T23:23:52Z")
No expansion cards? 🤔 ---
**Author:** ![Squiggler](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/community.frame.work/squiggler/32/50136_2.png) [@Squiggler](https://community.frame.work/u/Squiggler)\ **Post date:** [September 14, 2026, 11:25pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/configuration-science-survey/84845/4 "2026-09-14T23:25:16Z")
Well, send me a link to the 192GB machine configurator, and I’ll get it specced out! 🙃 ---
**Author:** ![noatpad](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/community.frame.work/noatpad/32/48555_2.png) [@noatpad](https://community.frame.work/u/noatpad)\ **Post date:** [September 15, 2026, 12:19am UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/configuration-science-survey/84845/5 "2026-09-15T00:19:10Z")
The 32GB Framework Desktop! I got it early this year since I desperately needed to upgrade from a dying laptop, and it’s been a solid powerhouse for all of my gaming, dev, and art needs + a breath of fresh air to switch from Windows to Linux. ![IMG_9036](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/uploads/framework3/original/3X/c/3/c31e070262061ded9d278f5dc4fd162509d47414.jpeg) Weirdly enough, the RAM crisis made it easier to go for a Framework. I already had it on my radar, but when many brands were exploding in price, Framework’s transparency and initial attempts to absorb costs made it feel more accessible and “safe” to jump on their train. Still pretty happy with that decision. When prices get back to normal(ish), I’m looking forward to upgrading a secondhand 13 I got not long ago. ---
**Author:** ![catastrophic](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/community.frame.work/catastrophic/32/37498_2.png) [@catastrophic](https://community.frame.work/u/catastrophic)\ **Post date:** [September 15, 2026, 12:22am UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/configuration-science-survey/84845/6 "2026-09-15T00:22:18Z")
do you mind sharing what storage, fan, and expansion cards you went with? 👀 ---
**Author:** ![James3](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/b5e925/32.png) [@James3](https://community.frame.work/u/James3)\ **Post date:** [September 15, 2026, 12:40am UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/configuration-science-survey/84845/7 "2026-09-15T00:40:24Z")
I have a FW16 7840HS with 64GB Ram, no dGPU. I have one card of hdmi, dp, usb-a, the rest usb-c. I am probably holding off buying a newer one until i hear that the usb compatibility and power management are fixed in hardware. FW would sell a lot more laptops if they fixed the hardware problems in new products. My needs are firstly laptop with 16" display, then lots of Ram. I don’t need anything else, but a HDR display option would be nice. Marketing wise, an option for the budget minded consumer, and then an option for users who don’t care about the budget. ---
**Author:** ![catastrophic](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/community.frame.work/catastrophic/32/37498_2.png) [@catastrophic](https://community.frame.work/u/catastrophic)\ **Post date:** [September 15, 2026, 1:00am UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/configuration-science-survey/84845/8 "2026-09-15T01:00:36Z")
thank you for sharing your input 🙏 ---
**Author:** ![noatpad](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/community.frame.work/noatpad/32/48555_2.png) [@noatpad](https://community.frame.work/u/noatpad)\ **Post date:** [September 15, 2026, 1:18am UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/configuration-science-survey/84845/9 "2026-09-15T01:18:57Z")
Sure! - Storage was the 2TB SANDISK SN7100, mainly because my previous laptop’s 1TB was about to be reached. - 2x USB-A + 2x USB-C expansion cards - And the Mobius 120p ARGB for the fan. _Do I need RGB? No. But it’s my first desktop, and I wanted a little whimsy._ ---
**Author:** ![Mad\_Alchemist](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/5fc32e/32.png) [@Mad\_Alchemist](https://community.frame.work/u/Mad_Alchemist)\ **Post date:** [September 15, 2026, 2:21am UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/configuration-science-survey/84845/10 "2026-09-15T02:21:23Z")
FW 16, 7840HS/7700S dGPU, 64Gb RAM, 4Tb 990 Pro/2 Tb P310. 4 USB-C, 1 USB-A, 1 Audio Expansion Card’s my usual setup (I have an HDMI, MicroSD, and 1 Tb Storage as swapouts). Honestly, I love this thing. My big “want” would be AMD getting off their tail and making a newer dGPU. ---
**Author:** ![Lord\_Cobol](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/c0e974/32.png) [@Lord\_Cobol](https://community.frame.work/u/Lord_Cobol)\ **Post date:** [September 15, 2026, 2:35am UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/configuration-science-survey/84845/11 "2026-09-15T02:35:25Z")
Considering… 13 Pro, Intel (not sure which one) 32GB ram (64 if prices get sane) My current 16 GB main desktop spends most of the day almost maxed out) Either 2 or 4 TB storage or 1 TB + external SSDs. I have lots of big files. 2 USB-C, 2 USB-A, Ethernet, HDMI… ?? Windows 11 home All components (except external ssd) would be from Framework, but I really wish they would offer a Build-to-Order option, because none of the pre-builts have the combinations of parts I would want. I’m close to 80 than 70, not nearly as do-it-yourself-y as 15 years ago, and I really, REALLY want whatever I get to be assembled AND TESTED in advance. ---
**Author:** ![Digital\_Peer](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/community.frame.work/digital_peer/32/51788_2.png) [@Digital\_Peer](https://community.frame.work/u/Digital_Peer)\ **Post date:** [September 15, 2026, 2:04pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/configuration-science-survey/84845/12 "2026-09-15T14:04:17Z")
Here is my FW13P configuration (Batch 14 not here yet) - System: Ultra X7 358H - Memory: LPCAMM2 - LPDDR5X - 16GB - Storage: ADATA MARS 970 PLUS PCIe® 5.0 M.2 2280 - 1TB - Laptop Bezel: Framework Laptop 13 Bezel - Translucent - Keyboard: US English - Graphite - Gray/Black - Power Adapter: Power Adapter - 100W - US/Canada - 2 x USB-C (Plastic - Translucent Orange) - Ethernet - SD - Aluminum - Graphite - USB-A (2nd Gen) - Aluminum - Graphite - HDMI (3rd Gen) - Aluminum - Graphite First the obvious RAM is expensive so I figured I could live with 16GB X7 because I need some CPU power for **Light** CFD FEA and gaming 1TB because I ran out of space on 500gb and with the size of games these days also space for AI models. I wish the display was a tiny bit bigger like 14" or so but I think that the 3:2 Ratio will help negate that minor downside also exited for the new screen it looks cool. I am a bit worried about the thermals and performance wish that it was a little more unlocked especially seeing the close to linear that scale with power that is seen in Panther Lake. ---
**Author:** ![Machine](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/community.frame.work/machine/32/29041_2.png) [@Machine](https://community.frame.work/u/Machine)\ **Post date:** [September 15, 2026, 4:24pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/configuration-science-survey/84845/13 "2026-09-15T16:24:25Z")
**Currently my FW16 config that I built out:** - Machine: AMD Ryzen™ AI 9 HX 370 - Memory: G.Skill DDR5 5600 CL40 - 64GB - Storage: Samsung 9100 Pro 4TB & Corsair MP600 MINI 1TB - Laptop Bezel: Black - Keyboard: US English - 1x FW16 LED Matrix spacer - 1x Color shift Spacer - Power: FW power adapter 240W US - 4x USB-C (Aluminum) - 1x USB-A (2nd Gen) - Aluminum - 1x Ethernet - WisdPi 10G Ethernet Expansion Card - AMD’s RZ717 Wi-Fi module **Wish list (1 highest priority):** 1. New expansion Bay Shell with 2nd Gen/larger fans 2. More robust heatsink/heat pipe design 3. Display a 17" (HDR would be great) 4. More powerful Battery 5. Transparent Bezel 6. Transparent Ventilation Plate ---
**Author:** ![Angelo\_Gazzola](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/community.frame.work/angelo_gazzola/32/47727_2.png) [@Angelo\_Gazzola](https://community.frame.work/u/Angelo_Gazzola)\ **Post date:** [September 15, 2026, 8:16pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/configuration-science-survey/84845/14 "2026-09-15T20:16:48Z")
**Framework Desktop** System: Ryzen™ AI Max+ 395 - 128GB Storage: SANDISK 850X PCIe® 4.0 M.2 2280 - 2TB CPU Fan: Noctua - NF-A12x25 HS-PWM USB-A USB-C (Aluminum - Silver) Got it end of last year and it’s my favorite machine by far. I love how powerful it is, but even more how quiet and power efficient it is. It’s my gaming / personal development / local AI machine. **Framework Laptop 13** System: Ultra 5 125H Display: 2.2K Memory: DDR5-5600 - 32GB (1 x 32GB) Storage: SANDISK 850X PCIe® 4.0 M.2 2280 - 1TB 2 x USB-A 2 x USB-C (Aluminum - Silver) Have it for about two years and I’m super happy with it. Favorite things are everything working out of the box on Linux, built-in fingerprint reader and great battery life. I lowkey regret not going for more RAM - I managed to run out of memory on a couple occasions now that I use it for work - but I’m definitely not upgrading in this market. ---
**Author:** ![leverler6](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/community.frame.work/leverler6/32/49800_2.png) [@leverler6](https://community.frame.work/u/leverler6)\ **Post date:** [September 15, 2026, 11:50pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/configuration-science-survey/84845/15 "2026-09-15T23:50:21Z")
from frameworks 1x strix halo 395+ 128Gb mainboard + CM fan 2x usb type-e extender 1x usb-A expansion 1x hdmi expansion 1x FSP standard PSU (replaced by coolermaster MWE v3 750w) no chasis just barebones 😆 ---
**Author:** ![Nicholas\_Kavadis](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/n/f04885/32.png) [@Nicholas\_Kavadis](https://community.frame.work/u/Nicholas_Kavadis)\ **Post date:** [September 16, 2026, 12:58am UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/configuration-science-survey/84845/16 "2026-09-16T00:58:38Z")
I need to buy a new laptop now and would like to buy a framework 16. The items holding me back are that I use Thunderbolt for when I’m in the office. When working remote I need a 4k display as I routinely remote connect to other PC’s with 4k displays. To hard on a low-res laptop display. Hopefully we see a motherboard refresh like the 13" laptop. If a Framework 16 with the following features gets release and I would place my order; · Intel core ultra X7 or X9 · 64GB LPCAMM2 LPDDR5X · 2TB PCIe® 5.0 NVMe™ SSDs · NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5070 Laptop GPU - 12GB · 16” 4k display ---
**Author:** ![Eagle](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/community.frame.work/eagle/32/39020_2.png) [@Eagle](https://community.frame.work/u/Eagle)\ **Post date:** [September 16, 2026, 12:47pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/configuration-science-survey/84845/17 "2026-09-16T12:47:55Z")
I’m not sure my response would be helpful. I have too many ‘favorite’ configs. Pretty much one for each ‘category’. The FW16 Ryzen 7840HS w/ 16GB RAM and 1TB storage is my daily driver. I do use a 12 and 13 when I’m on the move (depending on the situation) and the Desktop as my house server. ---
**Author:** ![BrewCoffeeAddict](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/community.frame.work/brewcoffeeaddict/32/46719_2.png) [@BrewCoffeeAddict](https://community.frame.work/u/BrewCoffeeAddict)\ **Post date:** [September 16, 2026, 5:22pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/configuration-science-survey/84845/18 "2026-09-16T17:22:41Z")
This is my current daily driver with linux since March 2026: **Framework Laptop 13** System: AMD Ryzen 5 7640U Display: 2.2K - Laptop bezel black Memory: Crucial DDR5-5600 - 32GB (2 x 16GB) Storage: WD\_BLACK SN7100 NVMe SSD - 500 GB 1 x USB-A (ver 2.0 - Aluminium - Silver) 3 x USB-C (Aluminum - Silver) I choose this model as I wanted a laptop compatible with Linux. Also wanted a laptop that you I could repair and upgrade in the future. ---
**Author:** ![Terran](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/94ad74/32.png) [@Terran](https://community.frame.work/u/Terran)\ **Post date:** [September 16, 2026, 6:42pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/configuration-science-survey/84845/19 "2026-09-16T18:42:02Z")
I’ve got a sage laptop 12, with the core i5. 16gb of memory, 512gb of storage. I’ve got a rotating cast of expansion cards, but it’s currently 2x USB-C, 3x USB-A, Ethernet, DisplayPort, and SD card. Hoping to get the new fingerprint sensor, whenever it becomes available. I use it for drawing, and am really hoping for a display upgrade at some point. ---
**Author:** ![XenoCow](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/community.frame.work/xenocow/32/318_2.png) [@XenoCow](https://community.frame.work/u/XenoCow)\ **Post date:** [September 16, 2026, 7:20pm UTC](https://community.frame.work/t/configuration-science-survey/84845/20 "2026-09-16T19:20:57Z")
I suggest you add a template to this initial post to help your later data collection, and to make it clear what you mean by “configuration.” **Purchased** The main reason behind this configuration is that it is the only one I have experience with (with some minor changes in OS and expansion cards over the years). The base spec choices were made to balance budget and performance. I also knew that I was not going to be doing anything too computationally heavy on it since I have a desktop for that kind of thing. | Format | CPU | Memory | Storage | OS | Expansion Cards | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 13" | i5-1135G7 | DDR4-3200 - 8GB (1 x 8GB) | 500GB - WD\_BLACK SN750 NVMe | Bring Own (Devuan Debian Linux) | USB-C x1 | | | | | | | USB-A x1 | | | | | | | HDMI (1st Gen) x1 | | | | | | | [SNACK Drawer x1](https://community.frame.work/t/the-snack-drawer-store-now-made-with-real-snacks/43101) | **Might want Eventually** I don’t know if I ever would buy this, but If I were to buy another laptop, I would probably get a 12" with moderate specs since I like the idea of a more portable laptop with fair specs. | Format | CPU | Memory | Storage | OS | Keyboard | Expansion Cards | Other | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 12" | Core 5 320 | DDR5-5600 - 16GB | SANDISK SN770M PCIe 4.0 M.2 2230 - 500GB | Bring Own (Devuan Debian Linux) | US-Gray (1st Gen) | USB-C x1 | Colorways (Sage) | | | | | | | | USB-A x1 | Stylus (Sage) | | | | | | | | HDMI (1st Gen) x1 | | | | | | | | | [SNACK Drawer x1](https://community.frame.work/t/the-snack-drawer-store-now-made-with-real-snacks/43101) | | [Next page](https://community.frame.work/t/configuration-science-survey/84845.md?page=2)