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Framework Laptop 16

Framework Laptop 16 DIY Edition (AMD Ryzen™ 7040 Series)
DIY Edition Build it yourself and bring your OS, including Linux.

Starting at

$1,399.00

Pre-built Ready to use with Windows pre-installed.

Starting at

$1,699.00

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Quick specs
Framework Laptop 16 DIY Edition (AMD Ryzen™ 7040 Series)
Battery 85Wh
80% capacity at 1000 cycles
Connectivity AMD RZ616 Wi-Fi 6E
Display 16", 2560x1600
165Hz refresh rate
Product dimensions with Expansion Bay Shell: 356.58mm x 270mm x 17.95mm
with Graphics Module: 356.58mm x 290mm x 20.95mm
Product weight with Expansion Bay Shell: 2.1kg
with Graphics Module: 2.4kg
Ordering more than 1 laptop?

For in-stock laptop configurations: You can add up to 5 laptops per order.

For pre-order laptop configurations: We only allow one laptop per pre-order, but there is no limit for the amount of pre-orders per account.

If you are a business customer, need more than five laptops per order, or have other special requests, please contact us through our support form and we’ll get in contact with you.

Configuration

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FAQs

  • For in-stock laptop configurations: You can add up to 5 laptops per order. For pre-order laptop configurations: We only allow one laptop per pre-order, but there is no limit for the amount of pre-orders per account. If you are a business customer, need more than five laptops per order, or have other special requests, please contact us through our support form and we’ll get in contact with you.
  • Yes! If you ever need more performance in the future, you can upgrade to a new Framework Laptop 16 Mainboard with a new CPU on it. We publish step by step guides you can follow to do the upgrade yourself.
  • WiFi 6E is the latest standards that adds a new 6GHz frequency band. This band allows for even higher throughput and is less congested than existing WiFi bands. You'll need a WiFi 6E compatible wireless network to get maximum performance, but the card is compatible with existing 2.4GHz and 5GHz WiFi 6 and older networks.
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  • Yes! The Framework Laptop 16 is fully upgradeable, so you can easily add more memory or storage at any point in the future if you need to. We sell these modules in the Framework Marketplace, but you can also pick up compatible modules elsewhere. We publish step by step guides you can follow to do the upgrade yourself.
  • Framework Laptop 16 supports two slots of DDR5 SO-DIMM memory at the recommended native DDR5-5600 speed, with a maximum capacity of up to 32 GB. While memory that meets that standard should work, the memory we sell in the Framework Marketplace is tested for compatibility. We recommend avoiding XMP DDR5.
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FAQs

  • The amount of storage space you need depends on your use cases, but 1TB is the most popular selection. If you ever need more space in the future, you can add a secondary storage drive or upgrade your primary storage drive.
  • SN850X is Western Digital's top-end SSD, using NVMe Gen4 to support an incredible 7,300MB/s maximum read throughput. SN770 is a DRAM-less SSD that uses NVMe Gen4 for up to 4,000MB/s with great power efficiency. SN810 is an OEM (non-retail) drive similar in capability to SN850X, and SN740 is an OEM drive with similar capabilities to SN770.
  • There are two SSD sockets within the Framework Laptop 16. The primary socket is compatible with M.2 2280-sized NVMe SSDs while the secondary socket is compatible with M.2 2230-sized NVMe SSDs. We have drives from 250GB up to 4TB available in the Framework Marketplace. There are also drives ranging from 128GB to 8TB available elsewhere. While drives from other brands should work, we've focused our compatibility testing on Western Digital's SN740 and SN810 SSDs.
  • Framework Laptop 16 can boot off of either storage socket, so both are optional. You can populate both at the same time, but note that there are height limitations if using double-sided SSDs. Check the Knowledge Base article here for more information.
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FAQs

  • Framework Laptop 16 can boot off of either storage socket, so both are optional. You can populate both at the same time, but note that there are height limitations if using double-sided SSDs. Check the Knowledge Base article here for more information.
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  • Yes! We have official support for Ubuntu LTS and Fedora, along with installation guides and community support for additional distros like Manjaro and Mint.
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Expansion Bay System

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FAQs

  • The Graphics Module can be populated in the Expansion Bay to enable high-performance discrete graphics for heavy gaming, creation, and simulation workloads. The Expansion Bay Shell is the default Expansion Bay Module that provides cooling to the system, and has an empty card area for accessories.
  • Yes! If you ever need more graphics performance in the future or if you purchase your Framework Laptop 16 with only an Expansion Bay Shell, you can upgrade to a new Graphics Module with a new GPU installed. We publish step-by-step guides you can follow to perform the upgrade yourself.
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Customization

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FAQs

  • All Framework Laptop 16 keyboards are backlit and have 1.5mm key travel. They're designed for flexibility and performance, supporting NKRO and leveraging open source QMK firmware on a Raspberry Pi RP2040 microcontroller. The keycaps are made from 30% post-consumer recycled plastics and use a water-based paint process to minimize environmental impact.
  • Yes, you can use hotkeys or QMK-compatible utilities to cycle through lighting effects or create custom effects.
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FAQs

  • While you can order as many input modules as you'd like, at one time, the Framework Laptop 16 can utilize 1 keyboard + 2 small input modules or 1 keyboard + 1 medium input module.
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You need to select 2 Spacers or 1 Medium Input Module to configure your laptop. Top row modules and their positions can be swapped at any time. The bottom row cannot be customized with other modules and must use the default Touchpad Module and 2 aluminum Touchpad Spacers. You will have the option to add extra modules later.
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check_circle error_outline Power Adapter

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FAQs

  • Framework Laptop 16 supports USB-C power adapters up to 240W. We recommend at least a 180W power adapter if using a Graphics Module, and at least a 100W power adapter if not. Note that power adapters above 100W need to support USB-PD 3.1, also known as EPR.
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Expansion Cards

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FAQs

  • Framework Expansion Cards allow you to customize the ports and functionality of the Framework Laptop 16. Unlike other notebooks that require adapters and dongles to get to the ports you need, you can select the ones you want at order time and change them whenever you’d like.The Framework Laptop 16 supports six simultaneous Expansion Cards, with three on each side.You can select up to four USB-A, USB-C, HDMI, DisplayPort, MicroSD, Ethernet, Audio, 1 TB storage, or 250 GB storage cards to fit your needs.
  • The Framework Laptop 16 charges over USB-C from the back four Expansion Card bays. We suggest configuring with at least one USB-C Expansion Card, since it is difficult to directly plug into the recessed USB-C receptacle that is inside the bay.
  • Yes, if you plan to use wired 3.5mm headphones, you will need an Audio Expansion Card. You can also use Bluetooth headphones or USB headphones without an Audio Expansion Card.
  • You can, but we don't recommend it. There are six Expansion Card slots on the Framework Laptop 16, so we suggest you have one for each.
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Each card can be used in any of the 6 Expansion Card bays on the Framework 16 Laptop.

We suggest ordering 6 or more Expansion Cards. At least one Expansion Card should be USB-C to charge the laptop, and if an auxiliary audio/headphone jack is needed, an Audio Expansion Card, as there is no built-in jack with the Framework Laptop 16.

USB-C Expansion Cards (multiple colors available)
USB-C (Aluminum)
USB-C Expansion Card - Aluminum

USB-C Expansion Card - Aluminum

The USB-C Expansion Card passes through the supported protocols on the processor directly. On Framework Laptop 13 Intel platforms, that means Thunderbolt 4/USB4, 20V/5A charging, and DisplayPort Alt Mode, while on Ryzen platforms, protocols depend on the specific Expansion Card slot. Framework Laptop 16 additionally supports up to 48V/5A charging.

+$9
USB-C (Orange)
USB-C Expansion Card - Orange

USB-C Expansion Card - Orange

The USB-C Expansion Card passes through the supported protocols on the processor directly. On Framework Laptop 13 Intel platforms, that means Thunderbolt 4/USB4, 20V/5A charging, and DisplayPort Alt Mode, while on Ryzen platforms, protocols depend on the specific Expansion Card slot. Framework Laptop 16 additionally supports up to 48V/5A charging.

+$9
USB-C (Lavender)
USB-C Expansion Card - Lavender

USB-C Expansion Card - Lavender

The USB-C Expansion Card passes through the supported protocols on the processor directly. On Framework Laptop 13 Intel platforms, that means Thunderbolt 4/USB4, 20V/5A charging, and DisplayPort Alt Mode, while on Ryzen platforms, protocols depend on the specific Expansion Card slot. Framework Laptop 16 additionally supports up to 48V/5A charging.

+$9
USB-C (Green)
USB-C Expansion Card - Green

USB-C Expansion Card - Green

The USB-C Expansion Card passes through the supported protocols on the processor directly. On Framework Laptop 13 Intel platforms, that means Thunderbolt 4/USB4, 20V/5A charging, and DisplayPort Alt Mode, while on Ryzen platforms, protocols depend on the specific Expansion Card slot. Framework Laptop 16 additionally supports up to 48V/5A charging.

+$9
USB-C (Red)
USB-C Expansion Card - Red

USB-C Expansion Card - Red

The USB-C Expansion Card passes through the supported protocols on the processor directly. On Framework Laptop 13 Intel platforms, that means Thunderbolt 4/USB4, 20V/5A charging, and DisplayPort Alt Mode, while on Ryzen platforms, protocols depend on the specific Expansion Card slot. Framework Laptop 16 additionally supports up to 48V/5A charging.

+$9
Port Expansion Cards
USB-A
USB-A Expansion Card

USB-A Expansion Card

Giving you access to the broad range of USB-A devices in the world at up to USB 3.2 Gen 2 speeds.

+$9
HDMI (3rd Gen)
HDMI (3rd Gen) Expansion Card

HDMI (3rd Gen) Expansion Card

The HDMI (3rd Gen) Expansion Card has been reoptimized to reduce system power consumption, improving battery life. Supports HDMI 2.0b for resolutions up to 4k 60Hz, along with audio output.

+$19
Ethernet Expansion Card
Ethernet Expansion Card

Ethernet Expansion Card

Supporting 2.5Gbit/s and 10/100/1000Mbit/s Ethernet, the Ethernet Expansion Card gives you ultra fast and reliable networking over an RJ45 jack.  The clear housing lets you peek at the RTL8156 controller that powers it.

+$39
DisplayPort (2nd Gen)
DisplayPort (2nd Gen) Expansion Card

DisplayPort (2nd Gen) Expansion Card

The DisplayPort (2nd Gen) Expansion Card has optimized firmware to reduce system power consumption, improving laptop battery life. 

+$19
MicroSD Expansion Card
MicroSD Expansion Card

MicroSD Expansion Card

Supporting MicroSD UHS-I cards as well as the new UFS Card standard for huge performance improvements on read, write, and random access.

+$19
SD
SD Expansion Card

SD Expansion Card

The SD Expansion Card supports UHS-I and UHS-II, letting you transfer data to and from SD Cards of all available capacities.

+$25
Audio
Audio Expansion Card

Audio Expansion Card

The Audio Expansion Card contains a 3.5mm headphone jack, which supports audio input and output. This Expansion Card provides increased dynamic range and improved signal to noise ratio in comparison to the Framework Laptop 13 built-in audio jack.

+$19
Storage Expansion Cards
250GB (2nd Gen)
+$45
1TB (2nd Gen)
+$125

Add-ons

Extra Spacers

Black
Black spacer

Black spacer

(Sold individually) Cosmetic spacers may not add functionality, but they do look cool. Pick your favorite colors, match your Bezel, or choose alternative materials. Small-sized Input Module.

+$10
Orange
Orange spacer

Orange spacer

(Sold individually) Cosmetic spacers may not add functionality, but they do look cool. Pick your favorite colors, match your Bezel, or choose alternative materials. Small-sized Input Module.

+$15
Gray
Gray spacer

Gray spacer

(Sold individually) Cosmetic spacers may not add functionality, but they do look cool. Pick your favorite colors, match your Bezel, or choose alternative materials. Small-sized Input Module.

+$15
Lavender
Lavender spacer

Lavender spacer

(Sold individually) Cosmetic spacers may not add functionality, but they do look cool. Pick your favorite colors, match your Bezel, or choose alternative materials. Small-sized Input Module.

+$15
Color shift
Color shift spacer

Color shift spacer

(Sold individually) Cosmetic spacers may not add functionality, but they do look cool. Pick your favorite colors, match your Bezel, or choose alternative materials. Small-sized Input Module.

+$20
LED Matrix
LED Matrix Input Module

LED Matrix Input Module

(Sold individually) The LED Matrix Input Module can be endlessly customized - track your battery life levels, set a timer, have a flashing notification alert, scroll text or even play a game of snake. The open source firmware and interface APIs make it easy for you to personalize and create your own features.

+$49

Extra Medium Input Modules

Framework Laptop 16 RGB Macropad
RGB Macropad

RGB Macropad

Clear keys with a RGB backlight. 1.5mm key travel and NKRO support. Use hotkeys or QMK utilities to cycle through lighting effects. Runs QMK firmware, enabling you to configure to any layout. Medium-sized Input Module.

+$79
Framework Laptop 16 Numpad
Numpad

Numpad

 Black keys with a togglable white backlight. 1.5 mm key travel and NKRO support. Runs QMK firmware, enabling you to configure to any layout. Medium-sized Input Module. 

+$39
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