Designed for joy. Built for ownership.
Framework Laptop 12 is a 12.2" convertible with first-in-class Linux support. Now with Intel® Core™ Series 3 processors, Thunderbolt 4, and optional backlit keyboard and fingerprint reader.
Generational upgrades on the Framework Laptop 12
In 2025, we introduced the Framework Laptop 12, a 12.2” convertible built to be repairable, upgradeable, and durable for everyday use. With the 2026 refresh, we’ve upgraded the processor lineup, graphics, connectivity, and biometrics, while keeping the same repairable, family-friendly design.
Previous updates
2026
Processor upgrades
Intel® Core™ 3 304
Up to 4.3GHz
1 Performance-core
4 Low Power Efficient-cores
5 total threads
Intel® Core™ 5 320
Up to 4.6GHz
2 Performance-cores
4 Low Power Efficient-cores
6 total threads
Intel® Core™ 7 350
Up to 4.8GHz
2 Performance-cores
4 Low Power Efficient-cores
6 total threads
Module upgrades
Intel® BE213 Wi-Fi 7 module
Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) standard
Upgraded from Intel AX211 Wi-Fi 6E
Optional Fingerprint Reader
Works with Windows Hello on Windows 11 and libfprint on Linux (with libfprint 1.94.10 or newer, available now on some distros with more coming soon)
2nd Gen Input Cover (Keyboard)
Open-source ZMK firmware enabled by STM32 keyboard controller
Optional Backlit Input Cover
One-zone backlit keyboard in US English
Other upgrades
Intel® Graphics with Xe3 cores
Up to 2 Xe cores (up from Intel UHD Graphics)
Increased Memory Performance
Up to 64GB DDR5-6400 (up from 64GB DDR5-5200)
Thunderbolt 4 Support
Upper right & left ports now support Thunderbolt 4
Previously USB 3.2, USB-PD, and DisplayPort Alt Mode only
2025
Processor options
Intel® Core™ i3-1315U
Up to 4.5GHz
2 Performance-cores
4 Efficient-cores
8 total threads
Intel® Core™ i5-1334U
Up to 4.6GHz
2 Performance-cores
8 Efficient-cores
12 total threads