Uploaded July 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
I’ve reviewed every product @frameworkcomputer has released—and I’ve always supported their mission of modularity, repairability, and the right to repair. But after testing the new Framework 12 2-in-1, I have some serious concerns. In this in-depth review, I break down the build quality, display, performance, battery life, thermal behavior, and overall value of the DIY Edition. Is it worth $800? Can it compete with today’s convertibles? Let’s find out. #FrameworkLaptop #RightToRepair #techreview
Framework - https://Frame.work
💻 Linux review coming soon on Lifting Linux – youtube.com/@UCn-7h6n5Mff7t9yv5e6Opdw
📦 Watch my Framework 13 & 16 reviews for more context. youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwMvJ82pMgANOBK9ZL9rY4s2ExgLiYnYm
Products Highlighted (Affiliate Links):
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Timecodes:
00:00 - Intro / Agenda
00:45 - I'll Just BLUF it!
01:33 - Unboxing and Specs.
04:39 - Build Quality & Materials
06:06 - The Keyboard
06:34 - Touchpad
07:14 - Hinges
07:33 - Display
09:31 - Webcam & Microphone
10:09 - Speakers
11:04 - Wifi
11:18 - Some Things are Missing!
12:02 - Performance Overview
16:54 - But...Can it Game?
17:43 - Power, Frequencies Thermals & Fan Noise
19:50 - Battery Life
20:58 - Final Thoughts
22:55 - Order Canceled, but...more to come
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I’ve reviewed every product @frameworkcomputer has released—and I’ve always supported their mission of modularity, repairability, and the right to repair. But after testing the new Framework 12 2-in-1, I have some serious concerns. In this in-depth review, I break down the build quality, display, performance, battery life, thermal behavior, and overall value of the DIY Edition. Is it worth $800? Can it compete with today’s convertibles? Let’s find out. #FrameworkLaptop #RightToRepair #techreview
Framework - https://Frame.work
💻 Linux review coming soon on Lifting Linux – youtube.com/@UCn-7h6n5Mff7t9yv5e6Opdw
📦 Watch my Framework 13 & 16 reviews for more context. youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwMvJ82pMgANOBK9ZL9rY4s2ExgLiYnYm
Products Highlighted (Affiliate Links):
Sabrent Rocket 2230 1 TB SSD: amzn.to/46F9J7I
Timecodes:
00:00 - Intro / Agenda
00:45 - I'll Just BLUF it!
01:33 - Unboxing and Specs.
04:39 - Build Quality & Materials
06:06 - The Keyboard
06:34 - Touchpad
07:14 - Hinges
07:33 - Display
09:31 - Webcam & Microphone
10:09 - Speakers
11:04 - Wifi
11:18 - Some Things are Missing!
12:02 - Performance Overview
16:54 - But...Can it Game?
17:43 - Power, Frequencies Thermals & Fan Noise
19:50 - Battery Life
20:58 - Final Thoughts
22:55 - Order Canceled, but...more to come
Find me on Social Media
Patreon: patreon.com/elevatedsystems
X: https://x.com/elevatedsystem1
My Studio Equipment (Paid Links)
Blackmagic Pocket Cinema 6K Pro - amzn.to/3tA6ScP
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7 - amzn.to/2VjqKSR
Panasonic Lumix DMC FZ300 - amzn.to/2WJnxw6
Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 Art DC HSM Lens - amzn.to/3quDgM0
Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM Lens -amzn.to/3uv13Of
Panasonic LUMIX G Lens, 25mm, F1.7 - amzn.to/3A9f9Vi
Magnus REX VT-5000 2-Stage Tripod - amzn.to/3GxsGJH
Neewer 72.4-Inch Camera Tripod - amzn.to/3fsRuqU
SMALLRIG Parabolic Softbox - amzn.to/3Hyvbxt
SmallRig RC 120D COB Light - amzn.to/3S9Grp4
Kshioe Softbox Lighting Kit - amzn.to/3A5vZEq
Neewer Camera Slider Motorized - amzn.to/3ltX54e
Sennheiser MKE 600 Shotgun Mic - amzn.to/3fziRPv
SAMSON Q2U Dynamic Microphone - amzn.to/3ikExBe
Sennheiser XS Wireless Lavalier System - amzn.to/3ilSIpA
PreSonus Eris E3.5 Studio Monitor - amzn.to/3CcVx4d
Behringer U-Phoria UM2 USB DAC - amzn.to/3ZmyOOO
Gator Frameworks Deluxe Boom Stand - amzn.to/3fs7Os3
Glide Gear TMP100 Teleprompter - amzn.to/3CdgIDy
GLEAM Microphone Stand - amzn.to/3A4dth5
Davinci Resolve 17 & Speed Editor - amzn.to/3fsECRG
AVerMedia Live Gamer ULTRA - amzn.to/3CCH5nV
Apple 2022 Mac Studio - amzn.to/3GXW6mS
LG 40WP95C-W 40” 5K2K Display - amzn.to/3ZtiiN6
INNOCN 15.6" OLED Portable Monitor. - amzn.to/3jEOqgu
BenQ ScreenBar Halo - amzn.to/3XpUZ52
Audio file(s) provided by Epidemic Sound
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