Framework, renowned for its commitment to modular and repairable computing, has unveiled its first desktop PC, the Framework Desktop. This compact 4.5-liter Mini-ITX system is powered by AMD’s latest Ryzen AI Max processors, aiming to deliver high-performance computing in a small form factor.
Key Features:
- Powerful Processing: Equipped with AMD’s Ryzen AI Max processors, the desktop offers up to 16 CPU cores with a 5.1GHz boost clock and integrated Radeon 8060S graphics. This configuration supports up to 128GB of unified LPDDR5x memory, enabling 1440p or higher gaming and handling intensive creative workloads.
- Customizable Design: The chassis features 21 interchangeable front tiles, allowing users to personalize the appearance. Magnetic side and front panels facilitate easy access for maintenance and upgrades.
- Modular Expansion: Similar to Framework’s laptops, the desktop includes customizable front I/O ports through expansion cards, offering flexibility in connectivity options.
- Efficient Cooling: Collaborations with Cooler Master and Noctua have resulted in a cooling system that manages the high-performance components effectively within the compact enclosure.
Pre-orders for the Framework Desktop are now open, with shipments expected to commence in early Q3 2025. The base model, featuring the Ryzen AI Max 385 processor with 32GB of memory, is priced at $1,099, while the high-end configuration with the Ryzen AI Max+ 395 processor and 128GB of memory is available for $1,999.
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This release signifies Framework’s expansion beyond laptops, bringing its philosophy of modularity and user empowerment to the desktop computing market.
Read more: https://frame.work/blog/introducing-the-framework-desktop
