Framework says it worked with ATL to custom-design the battery, which features a 4S1P architecture with four lithium-ion cells and a battery capacity of 85 Wh. Additionally, officials have improved the battery connector with an integrated blade connector to make battery replacement easier. In terms of lifespan, officials say the battery has 80 percent capacity after 1,000 cycles.

In terms of speakers, Framework says the audio system in the Laptop 16 takes a huge leap forward in terms of loudness and fidelity, including a pair of 1W tweeters and a pair of 2W woofers. The audio circuitry on the motherboard utilizes Renesas’ ALC295 and ALC1318 chips, both of which provide reliable support in Windows and Linux.

The laptop features a BOE semi-customized screen with 2560×1600 resolution, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, variable refresh rate up to 165Hz, 1500:1 contrast ratio and 500 nits brightness. The display module is also self-exchangeable.

Additionally, officials say the Framework Laptop 16 is extremely rugged, with a magnesium alloy shell and machined aluminum components that are less than 18mm thick as standard and will be less than 21mm thick in the solo version. The enclosure is made up of two core mechanical components: a magnesium bottom cover and a CNC aluminum top cover. Both parts are produced by Framework in collaboration with Catcher Technology, one of the most advanced enclosure manufacturers.

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According to the latest official announcement, this laptop uses a semi-customized screen from BOE.

Officials say they want to make sure the screen is great for gaming, content creation, and general productivity while being thin, light, energy-efficient, and cost-effective. Since there is currently no off-the-shelf panel that can meet all these needs, Framework worked with BOE to develop a semi-custom LCD display module with a custom backlight, higher brightness and better contrast and color gamut.

The panel parameters are as follows:

The Framework Laptop 16’s display panel has a 2560×1600 resolution, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, variable refresh rate up to 165Hz, 1500:1 contrast ratio, and 500 nits of brightness. The display module can also be replaced by itself.

According to officials, Framework Laptop 16 is expected to be released this summer, and then pre-orders will open.

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Framework officials said that the so-called fully modular laptop that is, the computer internal hardware can be freely replaced, including graphics cards, storage bars and other hardware can be replaced by the individual user. The computer will also be equipped with a hot-swappable keyboard, bringing a unique laptop experience.

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In addition, Framework has published the internal code base of this computer, users can directly adjust the computer according to personal preferences of various parameters configuration, but it is not clear whether it will be put into production.

At the moment, Framework has not announced any configuration information for the Laptop 16.

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