Framework previews 192GB Desktop and begins Laptop 13 Pro shipments
Key Takeaway
Framework is shipping the Laptop 13 Pro and previewing a high-memory 192GB Desktop designed for running large open weights AI models.
Summary
Framework has begun shipping the first batches of the Framework Laptop 13 Pro, featuring Intel Core Ultra Series 3 mainboards. The company also previewed a new Framework Desktop configuration capable of supporting 192GB of memory to run large-scale AI models locally. Additionally, Framework noted rising silicon and memory costs affecting the consumer electronics market.
Hardware updates and AI focus
- Framework Laptop 13 Pro: Now shipping with Intel Core Ultra Series 3 mainboards and new touchscreen displays.
- Framework Desktop: Upcoming configuration supports up to 192GB of memory and features the Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 processor.
- Desktop Expansion: Includes an open-end x4 PCIe slot for high-speed networking (e.g., 50Gbps NICs) and supports 8533 MT/s memory.
- AI Capability: Designed to run large models, such as the 284B parameter DeepSeek-V4-Flash, in a single machine.
Why it matters
The high-memory desktop configuration aims to provide users with the hardware necessary to run large open weights AI models under their own control.
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