I Miss My Framework

Framework Laptop 13 Linux
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Really. I’ve been in Costa Rica the past two weeks and have been using the relatively new Thinkpad X1 Carbon I keep here. The Thinkpad is really nice, but I really miss using my Framework 13 AMD. The two are configured nearly identically, both running Manjaro linux. And the Thinkpad definitely feels more solid, but the FW is quicker and more responsive, and I definitely prefer the FW keyboard. (Never thought I’d say that!). I also prefer the FW display, both the aspect ratio and the fact that it’s ridiculously bright, which is helpful here in CR.

I’ll be moving here permanently in November and the Framework’s making the move with me. Looking forward to it.

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Hope you and your Framework have a happy and safe move!

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@Eagle Thank you!

My normal setup is just the FW13, but I have two FlipGo monitors–a 13” and 16” for when I need more screen. The only feature on the Thinkpad that I wouldn’t mind on the FW13 is the touchscreen. If Framework introduces one, I’d probably install it.

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That series is typically configured for battery life, less so for performance. (TDP / PL1/2)

Examples:

Gen 11: Max 15W sustain: Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 Laptop Review: Virtual machine beast with CPU trouble - NotebookCheck.net Reviews

Gen 12: Max 25W sustain: Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon G12 laptop review: First major refresh in three years - NotebookCheck.net Reviews

Gen 13: Max 20W sustain: Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition laptop review: The X1 Carbon is finally back - NotebookCheck.net Reviews

Not all ThinkPad series are equal….and there are some bad ones out there.

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