Last year, a company called Framework launched a customizable and user-upgradable laptop for computer geeks who like to tweak their machines. Now, to give its users more freedom in upgrade options, the company has started selling pre-built motherboards without the other laptop parts. This allows you to upgrade the processor, GPU and other important components without having to replace the entire system or build your own mini PC around it. Here are the details!
This $200 Framework Mini PC REPLACED my M1 Macbook!
The Framework Mainboard is primarily a full-featured, Intel Core-powered system that allows owners of Framework laptops to upgrade their devices without getting rid of existing cases. The company has released the motherboard in three configurations, all of which are powered by Intel Core processors, Intel Xe graphics, and feature a built-in heatsink and a 64mm fan.
The base model has an Intel Core i5-1135G7 CPU along with the other components. The other two variants, on the other hand, have Intel Core i7 processors – Core i7-1165G7 and Core i7-1185G7, paired with DDR4 RAM and M.2-based storage. All of these motherboards are powered by a USB-C port. Although users can add more port modules from the Framework web store.
As for the price, the Framework Mainboards start at $399 (~Rs 30,529) for the base model. While the mid-range variant with Intel Core i7-1165G7 CPU costs $549 (~Rs 42,000), the top model with Intel Core i7-1185G7 processors is priced at $799 (~Rs 61,139). They are available for purchase in Framework's official store. Users can also check out the official guide page from Framework to learn more about the laptop component replacement process.
