Framework Desktop DisplayPort Issues

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Hi Framework Community,

I’ve just taken ownership of a Desktop Max+ 395 128GB. I have 3 x Dell 25 inch monitors, using DisplayPort daisy chaining between them. The first two monitors are U2520D, the third is a U2518D. My previous desktop (running RTX 4060), and my Framework Laptop 13 7940U both work perfectly with the screens - full 2560x1440 @ 60Hz (desktop via DisplayPort, laptop via USB-C). My Framework Desktop however… all over the shop. The screen resolution changes from 2560x1440 across all four to 2048x1280, 2048x1080, etc usually when the PC turns the displays off. If I remove the DisplayPort cable and reinsert - usually it recovers, only to degrade again with the next screen off session. I’m running Windows 11. Windows display settings are still at 2560x1440 (Desktop Mode) but Active Signal Mode is degraded as mentioned. Refresh rate is somewhat variable when the resolutions change too - 60Hz or 24Hz.

Has anyone had a similar experience and or any ideas on how to fix it?

Kristian.

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If you have installed the driver bundle from:

You could try and check what happens if you install these guys instead:

https://www.amd.com/en/support/downloads/drivers.html/processors/ryzen/ryzen-ai-max-series/amd-ryzen-ai-max-plus-395.html

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I have installed all the latest drivers from Framework, not directly from AMD. Also running BIOS version 3.04 Beta.

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I would advise you to create a restore point and check if the problems are resolved after installing the latest drivers from AMD.

While the Framework drivers are 100% OEM certified they are pretty ancient in computer time (release date 10th of July 2025 if I’m not mistaken). AMD’s latest stable release was at the 13th of November 2025, so give or take a month ago.

The only thing you should be aware of (which AMD also notes) is that these drivers are not OEM certified so in case of issues you can’t point the finger at Framework. (basically a judicial thing).

Most people run non- OEM certified drivers anyway because certification takes several months and people can’t wait that long to play the lastest games for example, no matter what GPU is housed in the computer. So it’s generally safe aswell. If you really want to be sure you should do a quick Google search and look if other people had any problems with the latest drivers from AMD.