Laptop 12

Framework Laptop 12

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Pros

Upgradeable & Repairable

Looks Retro & Cool

Runs Linux Out of the Box

Excellent Support

2-in-1 Tablet Convertible

2-in-1 Tablet Convertible

Excellent Pen Support

Cons

Display is bad. Small with poor color coverage

Huge bezel around the display

Large for a laptop with a 12 inch screen

Outdated processor

Chassis is not sturdy

The Framework 12 is a very interesting concept. A completely upgradeable 2-in-1 tablet convertible laptop.

It looks super retro and very unique and has all the benefits of a Framework. A huge selection of swappable ports. Every part of the laptop is upgradeable. Strong community support.

However, this version feels like a prototype. It just feels like a $400 to $500 laptop with a price tag twice that amount. Right now this laptop is best purchased by tech enthusiasts only. Most people should buy the Framework 13, another premium 2-in-1 (linked below) or wait for a v2 version of this laptop

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