Framework Laptop 12 vs MSI Modern 14 H1M
28.4chipPerformancespec-basedchip35.6
35.5chipGraphicschip37.5
26.5Displayspec-based20
—Batteryspec-based44
83.2Portabilityspec-based70.3
1 spec wins — Framework Laptop 122 spec wins — MSI Modern 14 H1M
InnoReviews verdict
This one is close to a dead heat: Framework Laptop 12 scores 39.7 against 39.5 for MSI Modern 14 H1M. Pick by the categories that matter to you, or by price.
Which would you pick?
Key differences
Reasons to pick the Framework Laptop 12
- 13% lower weight: 1.3 kg vs 1.49 kg
Reasons to pick the MSI Modern 14 H1M
- 100% higher RAM: 16 GB vs 8 GB
- 15% higher Screen size: 14 ″ vs 12.2 ″
Display
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | MSI Modern 14 H1M |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 12.2 ″ | 14 ″+15% |
| Panel type | IPS LCD | IPS-level |
| Resolution | 1920x1200 | 1920x1200 |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 400 nits | — |
Performance
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | MSI Modern 14 H1M |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i3-1315U | Intel Core 5 120U |
| Graphics | — | Intel Graphics |
| RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB+100% |
| RAM type | DDR5-5200 | LPDDR5 (soldered) |
| Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| Storage type | — | PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD |
Battery
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | MSI Modern 14 H1M |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | — | 58 Wh |
| Charging | — | 65 W |
Design
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | MSI Modern 14 H1M |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 1.3 kg+13% | 1.49 kg |
| Thickness | — | 18.9 mm |
| Material | Overmolded TPU over PC/ABS plastic with an inner metal frame | — |
Connectivity
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | MSI Modern 14 H1M |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | Modular Expansion Card system (USB-C, USB-A, HDMI, DisplayPort, MicroSD) | 1x USB4 Type-C (DisplayPort, Power Delivery 3.0, Thunderbolt 4 compatible), 1x USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort, Power Delivery 3.0), 3x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, HDMI 2.1 (4K 60Hz), SD card reader, Gigabit Ethernet, 3.5mm combo jack |
| Wi-Fi | — | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.4 |
| Webcam | — | 720p HD with shutter |
Software
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | MSI Modern 14 H1M |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 / Linux | Windows 11 Home |
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