Coreboot is a free and open-source firmware replacement for proprietary BIOS/UEFI. It provides fast boot times, enhanced security through verified boot, and complete transparency of the firmware stack. Multiple porting efforts target Framework laptops, covering both AMD and Intel models.
Launched in September 2022 in partnership with Google, the Chromebook Edition is based on the 12th Gen Intel Framework Laptop 13 but runs ChromeOS. Unlike the standard laptop, the Chromebook has a fixed specification — i5-1240P, 8 GB RAM, 256 GB SSD — while retaining the same upgradability. Framework claimed upgraded speakers and batteries compared to the standard laptop, though reviews described the speakers as "muffled" and rated battery life as poor for a Chromebook. The Chromebook was also criticized for its $999 price point. It uses the open-source coreboot firmware.