Framework Laptop 12 vs Framework Laptop 13 Pro
30.7Performance61.1
26.5Display44.9
—Battery78.5
83.2Portability75.9
1 spec wins — Framework Laptop 125 spec wins — Framework Laptop 13 Pro
InnoReviews verdict
Framework Laptop 13 Pro wins this laptop face-off, 63.5 to 41.5, pulling ahead mainly in performance (+30) and display (+18). Framework Laptop 12 still makes sense if its price or standout specs fit your needs better.
Which would you pick?
Key differences
Reasons to pick the Framework Laptop 12
- Stronger portability score: 83 vs 76
- 10% lower weight: 1.3 kg vs 1.44 kg
- Lower launch price: $799 vs $1,499
Reasons to pick the Framework Laptop 13 Pro
- Stronger performance score: 61 vs 31
- Stronger display score: 45 vs 27
- 700% higher RAM: 64 GB vs 8 GB
- 300% higher storage: 2,048 GB vs 512 GB
- 100% higher Refresh rate: 120 Hz vs 60 Hz
Display
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | Framework Laptop 13 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 12.2 ″ | 13.5 ″+11% |
| Panel type | IPS LCD | LCD (LTPS, matte anti-glare touchscreen) |
| Resolution | 1920x1200 | 2880x1920 |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz+100% |
| Peak brightness | 400 nits | 700 nits+75% |
Performance
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | Framework Laptop 13 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i3-1315U | Intel Core Ultra X9 388H |
| Graphics | — | Intel Arc B390 (12 Xe3 cores) |
| RAM | 8 GB | 64 GB+700% |
| RAM type | DDR5-5200 | LPDDR5X-7467 (LPCAMM2) |
| Storage | 512 GB | 2,048 GB+300% |
| Storage type | — | PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSD |
Benchmarks
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | Framework Laptop 13 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench 6 (single) | — | 2,952Top 43% |
| Geekbench 6 (multi) | — | 14,965Top 41% |
Battery
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | Framework Laptop 13 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | — | 74 Wh |
| Web browsing endurance | — | 15.9 h |
| Charging | — | 100 W |
Design
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | Framework Laptop 13 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 1.3 kg+10% | 1.44 kg |
| Thickness | — | 15.9 mm |
| Material | Overmolded TPU over PC/ABS plastic with an inner metal frame | CNC-machined 6063 aluminum |
Connectivity
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | Framework Laptop 13 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | Modular Expansion Card system (USB-C, USB-A, HDMI, DisplayPort, MicroSD) | 4x swappable Expansion Cards (USB-C/Thunderbolt 4, USB-A, HDMI, DisplayPort, Ethernet, microSD/SD), 3.5mm combo jack |
| Wi-Fi | — | Wi-Fi 7 (Intel BE211) |
| Bluetooth | — | 6.0 |
| Webcam | — | 1080p 30fps (9.2MP sensor), privacy switch |
| Biometrics | — | Fingerprint reader |
Software
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | Framework Laptop 13 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 / Linux | Windows 11 Pro (Ubuntu 24.04 LTS option available) |
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