Open Hardware & RISC-V

Framework Desktop with 192GB RAM and Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 Processor Now Available for Pre-order

Key Takeaway

Framework Computer has opened pre-orders for a new 192GB configuration of Framework Desktop with AMD's Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 processor, targeting local AI inference workloads.

Summary

Framework Computer has announced the availability of a new 192GB configuration of Framework Desktop, featuring AMD's Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 processor. This configuration is designed to support larger and more capable AI models, with improved clock speeds and memory bandwidth. The system is available for pre-order in DIY, pre-built, and mainboard-only options, with shipments starting in November. The pre-built configuration comes with Fedora pre-loaded and a 2TB SSD.

What's New in Framework Desktop 192GB

  • Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 processor with 16 Zen 5 CPU cores and 40-core Radeon 8065S Graphics
  • LPDDR5X memory at 8,533MT/s speeds
  • Open-ended PCIe x4 slot for physically larger x8 or x16 cards
  • Firmware improvements, including a BIOS patch for increased USB4 point-to-point networking throughput and simplified Secure Boot disabling

Why it matters

The new 192GB configuration of Framework Desktop is expected to enable users to run larger and more complex AI models locally, which could have significant implications for the development of AI applications in various fields.

Original reference: frame.work →