The ADT-Link UT3G is a bare-board USB4 eGPU adapter (no enclosure) built around the ASMedia ASM2464PD controller, which exposes a PCIe 4.0 x4 slot rather than the PCIe 3.0 x4 limit of older Thunderbolt controllers. It is ranked the fastest USB4 eGPU adapter on eGPU.io and is recommended by Framework community members as the best-performing USB4 option for AMD-based Frameworks. Note: there is no enclosure or power delivery — you supply your own PSU and GPU.
The Anker 575 is a USB-C (DisplayPort Alt Mode) docking station — not Thunderbolt — delivering 85W of host charging, triple-display output, gigabit Ethernet, and SD readers. Despite not being Thunderbolt, it is one of the most popular and reliable docks in the Framework community for both FW13 and FW16, including on Linux.
The Anker 778 (model A83A9) is a 12-in-1 Thunderbolt 4 docking station delivering 100W of host charging, a downstream TB4 port, dual DisplayPort and HDMI 2.1 outputs, and gigabit Ethernet. A community member reports it "much more reliable" than a Dell WD19TB on a Framework 16, running three monitors without issue.
The Anker Apex 12-in-1 Thunderbolt 4 Docking Station delivers 90W of host charging and a wide selection of ports in a compact, cool-running enclosure. Community members report it working great on Windows and Fedora with reliable power delivery and peripheral connectivity.
The Anker Prime Thunderbolt 5 Dock (model A83B5) is a Thunderbolt 5 docking station that delivers 140W of host charging, two Thunderbolt 5 downstream ports, and up to 120Gbps of aggregate data bandwidth, alongside 2.5GbE Ethernet, SD/TF card readers, and a choice of HDMI 2.1 or DisplayPort 2.1 output. It is confirmed working with the Framework Laptop 16, where it runs at Thunderbolt 4-equivalent speeds over the FW16's USB4 host ports.
The AOOSTAR AG02 is an affordable USB4 eGPU enclosure (ASMedia controller) that accepts a desktop graphics card and connects over a USB4/TB4 link. It is confirmed working with Framework 13 (AMD Ryzen AI 300 / HX 370) and Framework 16 setups, though community reports note it can be "iffy" with certain cable and card combinations.
The AOOSTAR EG02 is a dual-mode eGPU dock that connects a desktop graphics card over either Thunderbolt 5 or a native OCuLink (PCIe 4.0 x4) link, using an Intel JHL9480 Thunderbolt 5 controller. It is an open-frame dock that accepts ATX/SFX power supplies (not included) and provides 140W host charging over the Thunderbolt 5 connection. It is distinct from the AOOSTAR AG02, which is USB4-only.
The CalDigit TS3 Plus is a legacy Thunderbolt 3 docking station providing 87W of host charging, 2.5GbE Ethernet, an optical S/PDIF output, and 15 ports in total. It remains a solid, affordable choice (especially used) for single-monitor Framework setups.
The CalDigit TS4 is a high-end Thunderbolt 4 docking station providing 98W of host charging, 2.5GbE Ethernet, dual 4K/6K or single 8K display support, SD/microSD readers, and an extensive set of USB ports. It is one of the most frequently recommended docks in the Framework community and is confirmed working nearly perfectly across multiple Framework laptops.
The Corsair MP300 is a PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe SSD in the M.2 2230 form factor. The 2TB variant is confirmed working in the Framework Laptop 12 (Intel). Note that Corsair reused the "MP300" model name across two revisions — the 2024 batch uses a Phison E27T controller with 162-layer Kioxia TLC NAND, while a newer revision uses QLC NAND, so check the listing carefully if longevity matters.
The Crucial CT2K64G56C46S5 is a 128GB kit (two 64GB sticks) of DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM laptop memory running at standard JEDEC timings (CL46, 1.1V). A community member confirmed it is recognized and runs at 5600 MT/s in both a Framework Laptop 16 (7940HS) and a Framework Laptop 13 (7840U), making it the largest confirmed-working memory configuration for Framework laptops.
The Crucial CT2K16G4SFRA32A is a 32GB kit (two 16GB sticks) of DDR4-3200 SO-DIMM laptop memory running at standard JEDEC timings (CL22, 1.2V). It is a well-confirmed upgrade for the Intel-based Framework Laptop 13 generations, which use DDR4 and do not support XMP.
The Crucial CT48G56C46S5 is a single 48GB stick of DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM laptop memory running at standard JEDEC timings (CL46, 1.1V). It matches the official maximum capacity for the single-slot Framework Laptop 12 and is a good high-capacity single-stick option for other DDR5 Framework laptops.
The Crucial CT2K32G56C46S5 is a 64GB kit (two 32GB sticks) of DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM laptop memory running at standard JEDEC timings (CL46, 1.1V). It is a popular, reliable choice for DDR5-based Framework laptops and is confirmed working by multiple community members.
The Crucial CT64G75C2LP5X is a 64GB LPCAMM2 memory module running at LPDDR5X-7500 (7500 MT/s, CL52, 1.05V), built on Micron 1b LPDDR5X. It is a single-module upgrade option for the Framework Laptop 13 Pro (Intel Core Ultra Series 3), the first Framework laptop to adopt the LPCAMM2 format. Framework's platform caps LPCAMM2 at 7467 MT/s, so this 7500 MT/s module runs at 7467 MT/s.
The Crucial CT2K48G56C46S5 is a 96GB kit (two 48GB sticks) of DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM laptop memory running at standard JEDEC timings (CL46, 1.1V). Because it uses JEDEC timings rather than XMP/EXPO, it is well suited to Framework laptops, which do not support memory overclocking profiles.
The Dell Pro Thunderbolt 5 Smart Dock (model SD25TB5, Dell part 210-BRQS) is a Thunderbolt 5 docking station delivering up to 240W of power delivery to non-Dell systems, 2.5GbE Ethernet, dual DisplayPort 2.1, HDMI 2.1, and 4K@240Hz display support. It is confirmed working with the Framework Laptop 16, with 240W charging, 2.5GbE networking, and a 4K@240Hz display all reporting no issues.
The Dell WD22TB4 is a Thunderbolt 4 docking station providing up to 130W of host charging and DisplayPort MST for reliable multi-monitor output. A community member reports that after the Framework 13 BIOS 3.05 update it "just works" — including the dock's normally Dell-proprietary power button, which now powers on the Framework.
The G.Skill F4-3200C22D-64GRS is a 64GB kit (two 32GB sticks) of DDR4-3200 SO-DIMM laptop memory running at standard JEDEC timings (CL22, 1.2V). It is the maximum-capacity DDR4 option for the Intel-based Framework Laptop 13 and is confirmed running at the full 3200 MT/s. The "C22" in the part number denotes the native JEDEC CL22 profile — no XMP required.
The G.Skill F5-5600S4040A32GX2-RS is a 64GB kit (two 32GB sticks) of DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM laptop memory. It uses the DDR5-5600 CL40 JEDEC profile at 1.1V — the tightest standard JEDEC timing for DDR5-5600 — so it runs at full speed on Framework laptops without XMP/EXPO. It is one of the most frequently recommended DDR5 kits in the Framework community.
The Kingston FURY Impact KF556S40IBK2-64 is a 64GB kit (two 32GB sticks) of DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM laptop memory. It uses Kingston's "Plug N Play" JEDEC profile of DDR5-5600 CL40 at 1.1V, which is the tightest standard JEDEC timing available for DDR5-5600 and runs at full speed on Framework laptops without needing XMP/EXPO.
The Lenovo Thunderbolt 5 Smart Dock 7500 (model 40BA0265US) is a Thunderbolt 5 docking station offering 120Gbps bandwidth, dual DisplayPort 2.1 plus HDMI 2.1 output, 2.5GbE Ethernet, and PD 3.1 power delivery up to 180W to the host (a 265W charger is included). It can drive up to three 8K@60Hz displays plus a 4K@60Hz display, and is confirmed working "perfectly" with the Framework Laptop 16 on Windows 11 24H2 and 25H2, charging the FW16 at 180W.
The Lexar NM790 is a PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe SSD in the M.2 2280 form factor. Despite being DRAM-less (Maxio MAP1602 controller), it delivers strong performance (up to 7,400 MB/s sequential read) with excellent idle power efficiency, and is widely praised in the Framework community as one of the best-value high-capacity drives.
The Minisforum DEG1 is an OCuLink-to-PCIe x16 dock that connects a desktop graphics card to a host over a native OCuLink connection — bypassing the Thunderbolt/USB4 protocol overhead entirely. On the Framework Laptop 16 it pairs with the community M.2-to-OCuLink Expansion Bay adapter (or the official OCuLink Dev Kit) to deliver full PCIe bandwidth. Framework 16 users report it as more stable than USB4 eGPU enclosures like the AOOSTAR AG02, and it ships with a longer, more compatible cable.
The Minisforum DEG2 is a dual-mode open-frame eGPU dock that connects a desktop graphics card over either Thunderbolt 5 or a native OCuLink (PCIe 4.0 x4) link, selected via a hardware switch. It uses an Intel JHL9480 Thunderbolt 5 controller and adds a downstream Thunderbolt 5 port, 2.5GbE Ethernet, and an M.2 2280 slot. It is the Thunderbolt 5 successor to the Minisforum DEG1, which is OCuLink-only.
The OWC 14-Port Thunderbolt 3 Dock (OWCTB3DK14PSG) provides 85W of host charging, dual Thunderbolt 3 ports, a mini DisplayPort 1.2 output, five USB-A ports, gigabit Ethernet, and SD/microSD readers. A community member reports it working reliably on Pop OS 22.04 driving dual 1440p monitors, and noted it delivered close to its claimed power output.
The Plugable TBT4-UDZ is a Thunderbolt 4 docking station delivering up to 96W of host charging. It is driver-less (no DisplayLink) and, importantly, uses a single display output rather than DisplayPort MST — which Plugable explicitly recommends for AMD/Linux stability.
The Plugable TBT5-AI is a Thunderbolt 5 eGPU enclosure marketed for local AI inference, pairing an 850W ATX 3.1 power supply (80+ Gold, 600W dedicated to the GPU) with a PCIe 4.0 x4 slot and a built-in Thunderbolt 5 dock. It provides 96W host charging, a downstream Thunderbolt 5 port, 10Gbps USB-A/C ports, and 2.5GbE Ethernet. It is TAA compliant and supports Thunderbolt 5, Thunderbolt 4, and USB4 (eGPU-capable) Windows 11 hosts with Intel 11th-gen+ or AMD Zen 4+ CPUs.
The Razer Core X is a Thunderbolt 3 eGPU enclosure that accepts a full-size desktop PCIe graphics card and provides up to 100W of power delivery back to the host laptop. It is the most widely used and best-documented eGPU enclosure in the Framework community, confirmed working across the Framework 13 (Intel and AMD) and the Framework 16. A variant, the Razer Core X Chroma, adds a gigabit Ethernet port and a 4-port USB-A hub.
The Razer Core X V2 (model RC21-0227) is a Thunderbolt 5 eGPU enclosure that accepts a full-size desktop graphics card and a standard ATX power supply (both sold separately), delivering 140W of PD 3.1 host charging and up to 120Gbps uni-directional bandwidth. It is the Thunderbolt 5 successor to the original Razer Core X (TB3), and works with Thunderbolt 5, Thunderbolt 4, and USB4 hosts that support eGPUs.
The Samsung 990 Pro is a PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe SSD in the M.2 2280 form factor, with sequential reads up to 7,450 MB/s. It is a popular high-performance community choice for Framework laptops, confirmed working without storage-related issues.
The SanDisk Optimus GX 7100M is a PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe SSD in the compact M.2 2230 form factor, built on the SanDisk A101-000171-A1 controller (DRAM-less/HMB) and 218-layer BiCS8 TLC NAND. It delivers sequential reads up to 7,250 MB/s and writes up to 6,900 MB/s. Reviewed by Tom's Hardware in August 2026, it was called "the best 2230 drive you can buy," making it a strong candidate for the Framework Laptop 12 and Framework Storage Expansion Cards.
The Sonnet Breakaway Box 750ex is a Thunderbolt 3 eGPU enclosure built around an Intel DSL6540 controller (PCIe 3.0 x4 to Thunderbolt), pairing a 750W power supply with support for high-end double-width graphics cards. It is documented working with a Framework Laptop 13 (Ryzen 7840U) driving an RTX 4070 on Windows, with users achieving the full 32 Gbps PCIe tunnel using an active Thunderbolt 4 cable.
The Sonnet Breakaway Box 850 T5 (model GPU-850T5) is a Thunderbolt 5 eGPU enclosure built around an Intel JHL9580 controller, pairing an 850W power supply with support for triple-wide graphics cards and a built-in Thunderbolt 5 dock. It delivers 80Gbps bi-directional bandwidth, 100W of host charging, and downstream connectivity including 5GbE Ethernet. It is the Thunderbolt 5 successor to the Sonnet Breakaway Box 750ex (TB3/4, 750W), and works with Thunderbolt 5, Thunderbolt 4, and USB4 Windows 11 laptops.
The TEAMGROUP MP44S is a PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe SSD in the M.2 2230 form factor, suited to the Framework Laptop 16's secondary slot and the Framework Laptop 12. It is confirmed working as the sole drive in a FW16 running Arch Linux.
The TH3P4G3 is a Thunderbolt 3 eGPU dock (bare board) using a PCIe 3.0 interface, popular as a budget one-cable option because it supports power delivery to the host and Thunderbolt daisy-chaining. Framework community members report it working "like a charm" on AMD Framework 13 laptops after switching away from problematic Lenovo enclosures.
The WD_BLACK SN7100 is a PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe SSD (NVMe 1.4) in the M.2 2280 form factor, built on the WD/SanDisk Polaris 3 A101 controller and Kioxia 218-layer BiCS8 TLC NAND. Despite the high "7100" model number it is a PCIe Gen4 drive, not Gen5. It delivers sequential reads up to 7,250 MB/s and writes up to 6,900 MB/s with notably strong power efficiency, and was used in the Framework Laptop 13 Pro review unit tested by Tom's Hardware.
The WD_BLACK SN770M is a PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe SSD in the compact M.2 2230 form factor — the size used by the Framework Laptop 16's secondary storage slot and the Framework Laptop 12. It is one of the few 2TB TLC 2230 drives available and is confirmed fitting and working in the FW16 alongside a 2280 primary.
The WD_BLACK SN850X is a PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe SSD in the M.2 2280 form factor. It is one of Framework's officially compatibility-tested drives and a frequent community choice for the primary storage slot, with sequential reads up to 7,300 MB/s. Framework ships the related enterprise SN810 drive in pre-built Laptop 16 configurations.
The XPG Mars 970 Plus (ADATA part AMTG970P) is a PCIe Gen5 x4 NVMe 2.0 SSD in the M.2 2280 form factor, built on the Silicon Motion SM2508 controller (TSMC 6nm) and 232-layer 3D TLC NAND. It delivers sequential reads up to 11,000 MB/s and writes up to 10,000 MB/s in a single-sided, laptop-friendly design. It is now offered directly by Framework on the Framework Laptop 13 Pro DIY Edition, where Framework qualified it for better performance, efficiency, and long-term reliability.