Framework Laptop 13 Pro vs MSI Crosshair 16 Max HX E2W
61.1Performancespec-basedchip68.5
72.5chipGraphics87.6
44.9Displayspec-based55
78.5Batteryspec-based73.3
75.9Portabilityspec-based42.3
4 spec wins — Framework Laptop 13 Pro4 spec wins — MSI Crosshair 16 Max HX E2W
InnoReviews verdict
This one is close to a dead heat: Framework Laptop 13 Pro scores 64.7 against 64.9 for MSI Crosshair 16 Max HX E2W. Pick by the categories that matter to you — MSI Crosshair 16 Max HX E2W edges ahead in graphics, or by price.
Which would you pick?
Key differences
Reasons to pick the Framework Laptop 13 Pro
- 100% higher RAM: 64 GB vs 32 GB
- 100% higher storage: 2,048 GB vs 1,024 GB
- 35% lower weight: 1.44 kg vs 2.2 kg
- 34% lower thickness: 15.9 mm vs 23.9 mm
- Lower launch price: $1,499 vs $2,599
Reasons to pick the MSI Crosshair 16 Max HX E2W
- Stronger graphics score: 88 vs 73
- 140% higher charging: 240 W vs 100 W
- 38% higher Refresh rate: 165 Hz vs 120 Hz
- 19% higher Screen size: 16 ″ vs 13.5 ″
Display
| Spec | Framework Laptop 13 Pro | MSI Crosshair 16 Max HX E2W |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 13.5 ″ | 16 ″+19% |
| Panel type | LCD (LTPS, matte anti-glare touchscreen) | OLED |
| Resolution | 2880x1920 | 2560x1600 |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz+38% |
| Peak brightness | 700 nits | — |
Performance
| Spec | Framework Laptop 13 Pro | MSI Crosshair 16 Max HX E2W |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra X9 388H | Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus |
| Graphics | Intel Arc B390 (12 Xe3 cores) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU |
| RAM | 64 GB+100% | 32 GB |
| RAM type | LPDDR5X-7467 (LPCAMM2) | DDR5 |
| Storage | 2,048 GB+100% | 1,024 GB |
| Storage type | PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSD | PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD |
Benchmarks
| Spec | Framework Laptop 13 Pro | MSI Crosshair 16 Max HX E2W |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench 6 (single) | 2,952Top 25% | — |
| Geekbench 6 (multi) | 14,965Top 38% | — |
| 3DMark Time Spy Graphics (GPU) | — | 13,644Top 31% |
Battery
| Spec | Framework Laptop 13 Pro | MSI Crosshair 16 Max HX E2W |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 74 Wh | 80 Wh+7% |
| Web browsing endurance | 15.9 h | — |
| Charging | 100 W | 240 W+140% |
Design
| Spec | Framework Laptop 13 Pro | MSI Crosshair 16 Max HX E2W |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 1.44 kg+35% | 2.2 kg |
| Thickness | 15.9 mm+34% | 23.9 mm |
| Material | CNC-machined 6063 aluminum | — |
Connectivity
| Spec | Framework Laptop 13 Pro | MSI Crosshair 16 Max HX E2W |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 4x swappable Expansion Cards (USB-C/Thunderbolt 4, USB-A, HDMI, DisplayPort, Ethernet, microSD/SD), 3.5mm combo jack | 3x USB-A 3.2 Gen2, 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen2 (DisplayPort, PD 3.0), 1x Thunderbolt 4 (DisplayPort, PD 3.1), HDMI 2.1, 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, 3.5mm combo jack |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (Intel BE211) | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | — |
| Webcam | 1080p 30fps (9.2MP sensor), privacy switch | 720p HD |
| Biometrics | Fingerprint reader | — |
Software
| Spec | Framework Laptop 13 Pro | MSI Crosshair 16 Max HX E2W |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro (Ubuntu 24.04 LTS option available) | Windows 11 Home |
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