Hi All - Sr. Prin. Systems Eng at a large aerospace company and I have been building my own desktops for the last 25 years. SO glad a laptop company has come along that makes a FANTASTIC machine with a clear roadmap for upgrades!
I also raise & train Golden Retrievers (Field), rebuild cars (1965 VW Beetle & 1969 Chevy C-10) and I dabble in photography!!
Other than having a slight problem with finding drivers for my new Framework 16, the build and Win 11 install went well. I’m really impressed by the image quality of the screen.
I found Framework just by doing a random search of the web a few years ago; searching for “upgradable laptop” or something like that. Then Framework came up. While I didn’t need a laptop at that moment, I took the time to review everything I could find about the Framework company and products. Now was the time for the upgrade to happen to the laptop and here I am.
Hi! I’m (currently) a collage student in the U.S. who has been looking for a laptop for A While. My last laptop was a 2017 ASUS 2-in-1 and it slowly lost mobility due to some issues (screen cracked, SSD would randomly disconnect, poor battery life, overheating). I decided to get a pre-built gaming PC so I could retire the poor thing. I did try fixing the cracked screen to see if I could maybe run Linux on it, but didn’t have the proper materials, training or guides. I’ve kept the SSD from the computer, but everything else had to be thrown away.
This turned me off from laptops for a while. But university is kind of hard to manage when you’re taking a mix of physical and online courses, especially since you give up one key thing when you chose a big boy gaming desktop: portability. Most computers nowadays just aren’t fixable, however, with soldered RAM and little community support. I actually considered getting a ThinkPad to satisfy my needs, but we had a rough experience fixing up my dad’s used thinkpad that turned me off from those as well.
I learned about Framework through the iFixit Repair Score page and was curious enough to see what all the fuss was about. Read a lot of reviews, watched multiple tear downs and bookmarked some of the guides. I just preordered my Framework 12 which is similar to my last laptop. I think my biggest takeaway from skimming the forums and the reddit is that the perfect computer doesn’t exist, but you can ship-of-Theseus your way to get pretty close lol.
Hello - I’m a delivery director based in the Seattle area doing work supporting projects for a variety of tech companies. I purchased the Laptop 13 for my personal use to play around with AI capabilities and also to have a more portable laptop than my 17” Lenovo.
I have always liked to tinker with the hardware on my desktops, so being able to do it with my laptop was appealing. I like the idea of being able to easily upgrade my components over time as my needs change or to be able to fix a port if something goes wrong.
As a Microsoft ecosystem person and also a gamer, I have installed Windows on both of my partitions. One for personal use and one for work. Gotta have Steam for all the latest indie titles!
I found framework because of David Heinemeier Hansson on socials.
Hello, I am a researcher based in Taiwan. I mostly do work regarding economic modelling. Today I ordered the framework 13 for its portability and repairability.
I am also an EndeavourOS user, although I mostly treated as Arch and doesn’t try to figure its update utilities. I do see some posts on this forum that the newest framework 13 2025 has some kernel or compatibility issue with Arch Linux (or related distro perhaps).
I hope I can enjoy this machine, thanks for creating this product!
Been off the forum for the summer, but welcome! As a former BeOS user, I’ve been following Haiku development for quite some time. How well does Haiku run on your Framework, and which Framework are you using?
I’m using the lowest CPU version of the Framework 12, mainly with CachyOS.
When it comes to Haiku I have consistent crashes of the packager manager, quite difficult to start installing anything. I eventually installed Iceweasel and it works well.
The touchscreen is not usable.
I’m a total beginner at Haiku, BeOS was appealing 20 years ago and I wanted to give some space to the former with this new computer.
I am a data engineer, and in my previous career, I was a physicist. I want to support Framework in creating more sustainable, upgrade-able, and user-repairable computer hardware. I was introduced to framework by a friend, colleague and former roommate. I just bought a new Framework laptop, and I am having serious issues with it; I am hoping to get help from the community to resolve those.
Thank you! I’ll be posting my problem soon, but I am searching to see if a thread or article with my issue already exists. I may try a Support ticket, but the problem I have is with an OS (Ubuntu) that isn’t officially supported on the machine I have (Framework 13 with AMD AI 300)
Hello everyone!
I bought a Framework 13 a bit less than a year ago, and i’m looking forward to reading and contributing here.
I’m not sure where I first heard about framework, although it may have been through Linus Tech Tips. At the time I didn’t need a new laptop, but thought: if they survive and are still around when I need a laptop, I’m getting one!
I like to have an optimistic view of the framework model becoming more standardised, and I guess in my ideal dream-world it becomes a standard like ATX for desktops, where most parts are compatible across brands.
What resonated with me:
E-waste:
Although people tend to say that you can “just sell” your old laptop and buy a new one, at some point it will become so obsolete that it can’t even be used for checking e-mails. However, fixing that issue only requires replacing the performance-related components. My old 2010 laptop’s case, screen, keyboard, speakers, trackpad, etc etc, are all still fine for basic office use, and will end up going to landfill once it becomes obsolete. Actually, for a few months I ran it with an upgrade to the cpu and ram and rocked an i7 840QM and 16gb ddr3, which made it still fine for office usage (this was in 2023, 13 years after buying it!). If that had been a framework, I could have bought a secondhand low-spec 1st gen board with specs from ~2020, slapped it in, and given the laptop to my mum, or even used it myself. Similar story for my last laptop from 2016: something on the mobo is dead, will not power on. Sure, I can buy a second-hand salvaged board off Aliexpress, but that may or may not work, comes with zero warranty, and is outdated 2016 spec (and costs way too much given the low spec). Again, if that were a framework, i could fit a new system into the chassis. Also on that laptop, the i7 6700hq was fine, but the 2gb gtx 960m was holding it back. If it had been an MXM style or Framework 16, I could have just changed the GPU.
Ease of repair and maintenance:
Some previous experiences: my partner’s gaming laptop from 2021: within three months the fan starts rattling. Removing the fan to check and clean it requires removing the heatsink, hence requiring a re-paste and re-putty of VRAM and VRMS… And probably eventually snapping a plastic clip here or there, and about 50 million screws. On my own laptop I started having issues with charging, and then the pc just flat out stopped working when not connected to the wall. Every time I wanted to try a new fix, opening the laptop up was a chore. Yesterday I repasted my FW13: 5 screws on the outside, then 5 for the fan/heatsink. No need to remove the mobo from the chassis, only one nice long ribbon cable, and no silly breakage-prone clips. It was simple and fast.
So yeah! For now my FW13 serves as my secondary pc. I use it at work (robotics research), for travel, and at home when I want to use a pc away from my desk. I am planning to try running an eGPU setup though to see if I’m happy enough with the performance for it to become my only pc, since my main issue with laptops was the lack of repair and upgrade support, which is solved by having updated retro-compatible motherboards : )
Fan is obviously going to be louder compared to a desktop with quality fans (noctua-framework laptop fan collab please???), but I might work on an enclosure to provide sound dampening and airflow. Saw a user post a super cool enclosure with built in e-GPU, power, usb-hub, etc, which I’ll take inspiration from.
I hope Framwork grows and maybe even pushes other manufacturers to improve thier own stance on these issues!
Hi, I’ve had a framework since 2022 when I got a Framework 13 with the 12th gen Intel Mainboard. I’ve been mostly a lurker (although occasionally popping up to ask questions) in the associated Discord server, and truthfully I’m making an account on this official site because I’m looking to sell the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370. While I knew I wouldn’t be likely to get a whole lot out of it at the time (sometimes you just make a stupid purchase to satisfy a craving), I’ve found that there’s other things I’d rather do with the money. I’ve still got my old mainboard though, and I’ll continue to use my Framework with it as I am largely completely satisfied with it otherwise.
I like computers, and did some computer repair back in highschool, so when I learned about FW I wanted one. Few months ago I bought a FW16:
Ryzen 7 7840HS
48Gb DDR5 On-Sale Crucial RAM
Raedeon 7700s
2TB WD SN850x
I love Framework’s mission, Computers, and also Nirav. Every video with the guy is fun. When I recently got some extra money and needed a new laptop, I new what to go with. Eventually I want to see what I can do with the expansion bay, but my life is too busy right now.
Also, we need a Framework 16 carry case, with pockets for input modules, expansion cards, and such all in one convenience place. Probably gonna try and find time to design one of those as well.
I’m a software developer moving into the Linux desktop world. A long time MacBook (& MBP) user, I ordered the FW16 [Ryzen™ 7 7840HS] (put it together this morning (6/Sep/25).
I’m considering putting Ubuntu w/Unity on it; oddly enough, recommended by my Dad. However, as a Ruby on Rails developer, I’m also interested in installing DHH’s Omakub on it, or his Omarchy (Arch Linux).
I very much like the idea of Framework, again, especially coming from the walled garden (topped with barbed wire) of Apple. I have a 2015 MBP that, sadly, has nearly reached the end of its life (though I could probably install a Linux distro on it ).
Thank you, Framework, and thank you to the community. I’m happy to be here.
Hello! I am Felix from North Texas, and I recently purchased a Framework A16 laptop. I am thoroughly impressed with its features and overall design. What sets it apart for me is its unique modular design. I love taking it apart and putting it back together, much to the amusement of my family and friends. Their reactions are always priceless! It is rare to find a laptop that encourages such hands-on interaction, and this is where the Framework A16 truly shines.
Let us say you accidentally drop your laptop and damage the GPU memory. Instead of the usual hassle of finding a repair shop or shelling out for a new laptop, with the Framework A16, it is as easy as playing with Legos. You can remove the damaged GPU module, order a new one from the online store, and replace it effortlessly. This process, reminiscent of playing with Legos, is a game-changer for tech enthusiasts!
Currently, I have the Ryzen 7040 CPU paired with the RX 7700S GPU. I am eagerly anticipating the release of the 5070, as I have always been a fan of NVIDIA products. However, I have also enjoyed exploring the capabilities of AMD GPUs, despite finding the AMD GPU configuration app to be more confusing than the NVIDIA app I am used to. The ability to upgrade and adapt the laptop to my preferences is a feature I truly appreciate.
Both the AMD and NVIDIA options are fantastic, and I am genuinely grateful for the innovative approach that Framework has taken. They have created something truly remarkable, making technology more accessible and customizable for everyone. I cannot recommend it enough!
Hello! First time Framework joiner. And in self-reflection, I waited too long. I hesitated to order a Framework 16 when they first came out, but I did it! My Framework 16 is preordered.
I’m a free software graybeard who tinkers with BIOSs after working on software all day (is that a medical condition? ) I definitely want to take a Framework for some test drives!
I’m feeling a bit like a fresh water fish swimming in the ocean…not quite a fish out of water, but definitely on the outs.
I’m a French teacher, watching out the window and waiting for my Framework 12 to arrive. I need something reliable for boring old word processing, emails, projecting in class, and possibly light gaming and video editing.
I don’t really speak specs, but was baited in by the fun colours and ability to repair. Laptops shouldn’t be seen as disposable.
I’m a nightshift wastewater operator in Texas waiting on a framework 12. I’ve had my eye on framework since LTT reviewed it a few years ago, but I’ve never had an excuse to get one. Now I do! Staring at SCADA screens and walking around the plant for 12 hours 3-4 nights a week gets pretty boring and phone screens are small. I’m mostly going to use it for drawing and watching videos, nightshift allows me to live stream Australian supercars for some background noise.
I’m also very interested in the modularity and customizability of framework, I’d like to use it to learn more about the development of hardware and software, as well as 3D printing. I’ve been scouring the forum and have gotten a couple ideas myself.
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