Framework · Laptop 16
Framework Laptop 16 (Gen 2)
Modular / repairable gaming · 2025 / on sale 2026
The repairability champion: a modular RTX 5070 / Ryzen AI laptop with a swappable GPU module, upgradeable CPU and interchangeable I/O — a perfect 10/10 upgradeability score. The trade-offs are real, though: the GPU runs at just 100 W on AC (50 W on battery), BIOS bugs persist, fit-and-finish (mushy keyboard, visible seams) feels cheap for the price, and it carries a clear premium over equivalent RTX 5070 laptops. Buy it for the philosophy and longevity, not raw value or peak frame rates.
Pros
- Industry-leading repairability (10/10)
- Swappable GPU module, upgradeable CPU
- Interchangeable I/O Expansion Cards
- Up to 96 GB RAM, 240 W USB-C charging
Cons
- GPU limited to 100 W AC / 50 W battery
- Persistent BIOS bugs
- Cheap fit & finish for the price
- Clear price premium vs rivals
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Configurations
RTX 5070 · Ryzen AI 7 350
Ryzen AI 7 350 · GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop (8 GB) · up to 100 W
Modular, gaming-capable; DIY base from ~$1,249. Battery figure disputed (61 Wh official vs 85 Wh review).
from $2,149 (as of 29 Jun 2026)
Check price →RTX 5070 · Ryzen AI 9 HX 370
Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 · GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop (8 GB) · up to 100 W
Modular, gaming-capable (~$2,449–$2,961 configured).
from $2,449 (as of 29 Jun 2026)
Check price →Display
- Size
- 16"
- Panel
- IPS
- Resolution
- 2560×1600 (WQXGA)
- Refresh rate
- 165
- G-Sync / VRR
- FreeSync + VRR
Memory & Upgradeability
- Installed RAM
- 32 GB
- Type
- DDR5 SO-DIMM
- Max RAM
- 96 GB
- Upgradeable
- Yes
- Soldered
- No
- SO-DIMM slots
- 2
- M.2 SSD slots
- 2
- Storage
- Full (2× M.2; optional dual-M.2 Expansion Bay adapter)
Thermals & Noise
- Vapor chamber
- No
- Fans
- 4
- Liquid metal
- No
- Noise (gaming)
- Silent at idle; moderate under load
- Throttling
- Heat-pipe cooling (2× mainboard + 4× GPU module) with Honeywell PTM7958 phase-change material.
Battery
- Capacity
- 61 Wh
- USB-C charging
- 240 W USB-C (GaN)
- Fast charging
- Yes
Connectivity & I/O
- Ethernet
- 1 GbE (Expansion Card)
- HDMI
- HDMI (Expansion Card)
- USB-A
- Up to 4× USB-A (Expansion Cards)
- USB-C
- Up to 4× USB-C (Expansion Cards)
- USB4
- USB4 (rear slots)
- SD reader
- SD (Expansion Card)
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi 6E
Build & Design
- Materials
- CNC aluminum lid + magnesium base
- Weight
- ~2.4 kg
- Thickness
- 17.9–21.5 mm
- Keyboard
- Modular (swappable input modules)
- RGB
- Optional
- Build quality
- Average (seam-heavy fit & finish)
- Repairability
- Industry-leading (swappable GPU module, upgradeable CPU)
- Upgradeability score
- 10/10
Reliability & common issues
- BIOS / firmwaremoderate
Persistent BIOS bugs (slow updates, gaming issues on the latest BIOS) reported by the community.
- Fit & finishlow
Mushy keyboard module; seams between spacers feel cheap; speakers underwhelming.
- Coolinglow
Liquid-metal/phase-change pump issue on early units (mostly fixed).
- Valuelow
Clear price premium vs equivalent RTX 5070 laptops (multiple reviewers).
FAQ
How much does the Framework Laptop 16 (Gen 2) cost?
The Framework Laptop 16 (Gen 2) starts from $2,149 (as of 29 Jun 2026). Pricing varies by configuration and retailer — check the latest on Amazon.
What GPU does the Framework Laptop 16 (Gen 2) have?
It is offered with the RTX 5070 (NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50-series). 2 configurations are listed.
Is the RAM upgradeable on the Framework Laptop 16 (Gen 2)?
Yes — the RAM is user-upgradeable up to 96 GB across 2 SO-DIMM slots.
Sources & data quality
Compiled from manufacturer specs and independent reviews. Last verified 29 Jun 2026. Unknown values are left blank rather than guessed.
Recorded conflicts
- Battery capacity: 61 Wh official (Framework, Tom's Hardware) vs 85 Wh (Les Numériques) — 61 Wh recorded as primary; the 85 Wh figure may reference an optional/expanded pack.
