Chuwi NeoBook vs Framework Laptop 12 (Intel Core Series 3)
25.3Performance30.7
23.3Display26.5
37.8Battery33.3
82.4Portability76.6
5 spec wins — Chuwi NeoBook2 spec wins — Framework Laptop 12 (Intel Core Series 3)
InnoReviews verdict
This one is close to a dead heat: Chuwi NeoBook scores 37.8 against 38.5 for Framework Laptop 12 (Intel Core Series 3). Pick by the categories that matter to you — Framework Laptop 12 (Intel Core Series 3) edges ahead in performance and display, or by price.
Which would you pick?
Key differences
Reasons to pick the Chuwi NeoBook
- Stronger battery score: 38 vs 33
- Stronger portability score: 82 vs 77
- 15% higher Screen size: 14 ″ vs 12.2 ″
- 11% lower thickness: 16.4 mm vs 18.5 mm
- Lower launch price: $409 vs $699
Reasons to pick the Framework Laptop 12 (Intel Core Series 3)
- Stronger performance score: 31 vs 25
- Stronger display score: 27 vs 23
- 100% higher storage: 512 GB vs 256 GB
- 33% higher Peak brightness: 400 nits vs 300 nits
Display
| Spec | Chuwi NeoBook | Framework Laptop 12 (Intel Core Series 3) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 14 ″+15% | 12.2 ″ |
| Panel type | IPS LCD | LCD (glass, convertible touchscreen, MPP 2.0/USI 2.0 stylus support) |
| Resolution | 1920x1200 | 1920x1200 |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 300 nits | 400 nits+33% |
Performance
| Spec | Chuwi NeoBook | Framework Laptop 12 (Intel Core Series 3) |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core 3 100U | Intel Core 3 304 |
| Graphics | Intel Graphics (64EU) | Intel Graphics (1 Xe3 core, up to 2.3GHz) |
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| RAM type | DDR4 | DDR5-6400 (SO-DIMM) |
| Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB+100% |
| Storage type | SATA SSD | M.2 2230 NVMe SSD |
Battery
| Spec | Chuwi NeoBook | Framework Laptop 12 (Intel Core Series 3) |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 53 Wh+7% | 50 Wh |
| Charging | 65 W+8% | 60 W |
Design
| Spec | Chuwi NeoBook | Framework Laptop 12 (Intel Core Series 3) |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 1.2 kg+8% | 1.3 kg |
| Thickness | 16.4 mm+11% | 18.5 mm |
| Material | — | Overmolded shock-absorbing TPU over plastic with an internal metal structure |
Connectivity
| Spec | Chuwi NeoBook | Framework Laptop 12 (Intel Core Series 3) |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 2x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (PD charging, 4K@60Hz video), 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 1x USB-A 2.0, HDMI 1.4 (4K@30Hz), 1Gb Ethernet, TF card slot, 3.5mm audio jack | 4x swappable Expansion Cards (2x rear Thunderbolt 4, 2x front USB 3.2 Gen 2; USB-C/USB-A, HDMI, DisplayPort, Ethernet, microSD/SD options), 3.5mm combo jack |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 7 (Intel BE213) |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 6.0 |
| Webcam | 720p HD | 1080p 30fps (2MP OmniVision OV02C sensor, 80° FOV), hardware privacy switch |
| Biometrics | — | None on this configuration — fingerprint reader is bundled only with the Core 5 320/Core 7 350 pre-built tiers, not Core 3 304 |
Software
| Spec | Chuwi NeoBook | Framework Laptop 12 (Intel Core Series 3) |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro | Fedora 44 (KDE Plasma) (Windows 11 Home/Pro option available) |
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