Overseas review of module exchangeable PC 'Framework Laptop 16' that can replace Grabo appears



Various parts such as monitors and keyboards are modularized, and

Framework , which develops a module replaceable notebook PC that can easily upgrade parts and replace and repair broken parts, is equipped with a graphic board. The high-spec model “ Framework Laptop 16 ” was announced in March 2023. Overseas media The Verge has published a review that actually used such Framework Laptop 16.

Framework Laptop 16: our exclusive hands-on - The Verge
https://www.theverge.com/22665800/framework-laptop-16-hands-on-preview-modular-gaming-laptop

Framework Laptop 16 is a modular interchangeable laptop that will ship in the fourth quarter of 2023 (October-December). This is the first model in the series with a graphic board, and you can easily remove and replace not only memory and storage, but also almost all parts such as various I / O ports, motherboards, batteries, speakers, and displays.

The input module consists of a keyboard module and a numeric keypad module (2 sizes), and users can freely customize the keyboard by making it a numeric keyless keyboard or arranging a numeric keypad according to their preferences. You can also choose a keyboard module with backlight to make it look like a gaming PC.



The I/O port can be easily removed as follows.



The Verge said, ``When Framework released the original Framework Laptop 13 in 2021, we were a little skeptical. However, with the release of the Framework Laptop 13 CPU upgrade in 2022, it felt like the concept of a module-swappable PC had finally come to fruition, and Dell and Lenovo are also launching similar module-swappable PCs. Development is underway, but Framework has already realized this, ”he noted that Framework has already released excellent module-swappable PCs.

In addition, The Verge points out that Framework Laptop 16 is even more modular than previous models. The input module can be removed by removing the area with the trackpad at the bottom of the keyboard. You can check the state until you actually access the keyboard with the GIF image that is played when you click the image below.



The biggest feature of Framework Laptop 16 is

the expansion bay system that can remove the graphic board. In the expansion bay system, it is possible to install Radeon RX 7700S with 8 GB of GGDR6 memory (transfer speed 18 Gbps) and 100 W of power.



Furthermore, in the second half of 2023, it will be possible to install an additional set of SSDs from the expansion bay system. In addition, Framework's Niraf Patel, CEO of Framework Laptop 16, said, 'It was a dream before the company was established.'

The top of the image below is the graphic board, and the bottom is the default expansion bay system. The expansion bay system comes by default with a pair of Cooler Master 75mm fans, which are designed to cool the entire PC, not just the GPU. Therefore, the expansion bay system also has a heat sink to guide the heat generated by the CPU to the vicinity of the fan.



However, The Verge said, ``I can't say at all how well the cooling mechanism works because the fan in the graphics board module has

broken . , Elden Ring could only play smoothly for a few minutes, ”he said, and it is unknown whether the cooling system will function properly.



The expansion bay system exists so as to hang from the back to the bottom of the Framework Laptop 16 main unit, and by adding a graphic board, the main unit size increases by 3 mm in thickness, 20.2 mm in depth, and 0.3 kg in weight. Become.

Also, the interposer bridge adopted by Framework Laptop 16 not only transmits 8 PCIe lanes and fan signals, but theoretically it seems to support power supply up to 210W.



However, Framework has commented quite carefully about upgrading the graphics board, and after The Verge asked six times about upgrading the graphics board, he finally said, ``We designed Framework Laptop 16 specifically for upgrading the graphics board. We promise to continue to use the graphics board module after launch.' 'We are working on upgrading the model. A huge amount of cost and engineering effort has resulted in an expansion bay system. Without this, the product I have no intention of abandoning this because there is no point in making a .

AMD also said, 'We are investing in Framework's future products,' but declined to comment on the graphics board upgrade, saying, 'Technology can change unexpectedly, so we are absolutely We cannot make any guarantees.”



In addition, since Dell is being sued over a module-swappable PC, The Verge points out that the reason why Framework and AMD cannot promise to upgrade the graphics board is ``may be due to legal reasons.'' .

The Verge said, ``The fact that Framework Laptop 16 exists is astonishing. We have abandoned the development of a modular PC because it is difficult to do so.” “The Framework Laptop 16 is an expensive machine that can be disappointing. I sincerely hope that CEO Patel and his team will make this happen.' In addition to this, AMD said, 'If the Framework succeeds, it could be a major turning point for high-performance notebooks.'

'Framework Laptop 16' is accepting reservations for 1399 pounds (about 252,000 yen) for DIY Edition assembled by own hands and 1699 pounds (about 306,000 yen) for pre-assembled Pre-built.

Framework | Choose Framework Laptop 16 DIY Edition (AMD Ryzen™ 7040
https://frame.work/gb/en/products/laptop16-diy-amd-7040



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