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Framework Launches 13-Pro Modular Laptop, Starts Pre-orders

4/24/2026

Summary

Framework Launches Laptop13

Framework launched the Laptop 13 Pro, a thin modular notebook with an aluminum chassis.
The device offers Intel Core Ultra Series 3 or AMD Ryzen AI 300 CPUs and up to 64 GB RAM.
Its 13.5-inch touchscreen delivers 2880 × 1920 resolution, 700 nits brightness, and a 30-120 Hz refresh rate.
A 74 Wh battery gives over 20 hours of 4K video playback, 22 % larger than previous models.
Pre-orders began on 22 April 2026 with prices of $1,199 DIY, $1,499 Ubuntu, and $1,699 Windows.

Summary

Framework Expands

Framework introduced first-party eGPUs, a 10 Gbps Ethernet expansion card, and a “couch keyboard” to broaden its modular ecosystem beyond the Laptop 13 Pro.
The launch highlighted the Core Ultra 3 processor for AI-accelerated workloads and stressed right-to-repair, linking modular design to sustainability goals.
Framework relies on direct online sales, handles warranty service through its own repair centres, and incorporated Linux user-group feedback into the 13 Pro’s design.

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Historical Context

The launch of the Raspberry Pi in 2013 revolutionized computing by promoting modularity, allowing users to customize their devices. This small, affordable computer sold over 30 million units, inspiring a DIY electronics movement. Framework's recent Laptop 13 Pro continues this trend, highlighting a growing consumer demand for repairable technology, which challenges traditional manufacturing and supports sustainability efforts.

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Framework Launches Laptop13

Framework launched the Laptop 13 Pro, a thin modular notebook with an aluminum chassis.
The device offers Intel Core Ultra Series 3 or AMD Ryzen AI 300 CPUs and up to 64 GB RAM.
Its 13.5-inch touchscreen delivers 2880 × 1920 resolution, 700 nits brightness, and a 30-120 Hz refresh rate.
A 74 Wh battery gives over 20 hours of 4K video playback, 22 % larger than previous models.
Pre-orders began on 22 April 2026 with prices of $1,199 DIY, $1,499 Ubuntu, and $1,699 Windows.

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