Framework Laptop 13 (12th Gen Intel, 2022)
Launched in May 20221, the 12th Gen Intel update brought Alder Lake processors with a hybrid architecture (P-cores + E-cores)2. It shipped with an upgraded back panel, and a 12th Gen Upgrade Kit was offered to allow 11th Gen users to upgrade their laptops3. Pre-ordering for Australia opened in September 20224.
Discontinued
This model has been discontinued.
Specifications
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| CPU | Intel Core i5-1240P, i7-1260P, i7-1280P |
| Graphics | Intel Iris Xe integrated graphics |
| Memory | DDR4-3200, 2 slots, up to 2x32 GB |
| Storage | 1x M.2 2280 (up to 4 TB) |
| Display | 13.5" IPS, 2256x1504 (3:2), 60 Hz, 400 nits, glossy |
| Battery | 55 Wh or 61 Wh (80% capacity after 1000 cycles) |
| Charging | Up to 100 W USB PD, 60 W GaN adapter included |
| I/O | 4x USB 10Gbps / Thunderbolt 4 (100 W, DP 1.4) via Expansion Cards |
| Wireless | Intel AX211, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Audio | Stereo 2 W speakers, dual microphones, 3.5 mm TRRS |
| Webcam | 1080p, 1/6", f/2, 80° FOV |
| Keyboard | Backlit 78-key, 1.5 mm travel |
| Touchpad | 115 mm x 76.6 mm |
| Fingerprint | Yes |
| Dimensions | 297 mm x 229 mm x 15.9 mm |
| Weight | 1.3 kg (2.9 lb) |
| OS | Windows 11 (pre-installed) / DIY: user-provided Windows or Linux |
| Cooling | 30 W rated dissipation, 1x10 mm heatpipe, 65 mm fan |
Known Issues
- Keyboard intermittent keys — Some Input Cover units from a subsupplier had a manufacturing defect (burr in the lattice near the Delete key) causing keys to intermittently stop working, most commonly in the right-side keyboard columns (Enter, Backspace, Delete, D, or P, 0, minus). Framework added quality checks and provides replacement Input Covers under warranty5. See the full problem page for details.
Firmware
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| UEFI | InsydeH2O by Insyde Software |
| EC | Open-source, based on CrOS EC |
| Latest UEFI | 3.19 |