Framework Laptop 13 (Intel Core Ultra Series 1, 2024)

Announced in May 2024¹², this model features Intel's Meteor Lake processors with integrated Intel Arc graphics, bringing a major graphics performance uplift over previous Intel models. It also introduced DDR5 memory support and a new 61 Wh battery as standard.

Specifications

Component	Details
CPU	Intel Core Ultra 5 125H, Ultra 7 155H, Ultra 7 165H
Graphics	Intel Arc integrated graphics
Memory	DDR5-5600, 2 slots, up to 2x48 GB
Storage	1x M.2 2280 (up to 8 TB)
Display	13.5" IPS, 2256x1504 (3:2), 60 Hz, 400 nits, glossy or matte
Battery	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 2.0) 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	28 W rated dissipation, 2x5 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 warranty³. See the full problem page for details.
• Hinge wobble and looseness — Original 3.3 kg hinges may exhibit display resonance or insufficient holding force during lap/mobile use. A 4.0 kg Hinge Kit is available as an upgrade⁴. See the full problem page for details.
• USB-C UCSI errors on Linux — Kernel 6.9+ produces GET_CABLE_PROPERTY failed error messages on boot and when plugging/unplugging USB-C devices. See the full problem page for details.

Firmware

Detail	Info
UEFI	InsydeH2O by Insyde Software
EC	Open-source, based on CrOS EC
Latest UEFI	3.06

Footnotes

1. Introducing the new Framework Laptop 13 with Intel Core Ultra Series 1 — Framework Blog ↩

2. Framework's modular laptop gets a serious tune-up with Intel Core Ultra CPUs — ZDNET ↩

3. Broken delete key — Nirav Patel official response — Framework Community ↩

4. Explainer: Lid rigidity, hinge force, the CNC Top Cover, and the new 4.0kg Hinge Kit — Framework Community ↩