The Framework Laptop 16 Is a Gamer's Dream Come True

"Framework has earned itself a reputation. It's one of the few electronics companies in the world trying to fix the e-waste problem with repairable and upgradable laptops. The Framework Laptop 16 series is the largest and most powerful laptop in the company's lineup, featuring faster chips, more hot-swappable ports, and even more customization options. But its most impressive feature, when it first launched in early 2024, was the promise of upgradable graphics."

"It was an ambitious idea at the time, as you typically can't upgrade or swap many of the internal components of a laptop outside of memory. However, with the introduction of the RTX 5070 Graphics Module, Framework is making good on that promise. A Utopian Upgrade System The design of the Framework Laptop 16 hasn't changed since its initial launch. That's both good and bad."

Framework's 16-inch laptop emphasizes repairability and modular upgrades, offering a removable Graphics Module that enables future GPU upgrades, including an RTX 5070 option. The model is the company's largest and most powerful, with faster chips, six hot-swappable expansion slots, and extensive customization. The 16-inch display is bright, color-accurate, and runs at 165 Hz. Gaming performance and battery life are described as decent. Design cues include per-key RGB, large bezels, and a 0.71-inch chassis; the Graphics Module sits on a rear thermal shelf-like area. Keyboard customization feels underdeveloped, mainboard upgrades require extra effort, and the system is relatively expensive.

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