Uploaded October 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Framework sent me this laptop to review but they did not get any editorial input nor did they receive a preview of this video. To learn more about my review process, visit heavyelement.com/ethics
I don’t often review laptops, but when I do–gaming is always my first consideration. Video games are a huge part of my life and I am always looking for new ways to play. Then, repairability and sustainability are a close second.
That’s why the Framework Laptop 13 is such a big deal for me. It’s running games at great framerates, it has a high resolution screen, and I put it together myself! But will it end up replacing my Steam Deck as my primary gaming machine? There’s only one way to find out. Stay tuned to the end of the video!
First, let’s review the specs. My Framework 13 is kitted out with a Ryzen 7 7840U CPU with integrated Radeon 780M graphics.
It has a total of 16 GB of DDR5 memory at 5600 MT/s (x2 8 GB sticks). For storage, we have a 500GB NVMe SSD.
Those are the broad specs, but there’s a lot more that we can talk about when it comes to the Framework Laptop 13’s hardware and software...
*My Game*
❯ Dudelings: Arcade Sportsball: store.steampowered.com/bundle/41202/Dudelings_Arcade_Sportsball_Deluxe_Edition/?utm_source=yt-every-video
❯ Dudelings on Google Play: play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=io.heavyelement.dudelings&pcampaignid=yt-every-video
❯ Dudelings on Itch.io: heavy-element.itch.io/dudelings
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❯ Gulikit KK3 Max controller amzn.to/4dqRaoC
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About Gardiner Bryant: A native Maine resident, Gardiner (yes, that's his first name) is an enthusiastic Linux evangelist, a believer in the efficacy and superiority of the Free and Open Source way, and President of Heavy Element. Heavy Element offers web design, media production, and YouTube consulting services to individuals and companies in Maine and beyond.
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-- Chapters --
00:00 Introduction
00:47 The Basic Specifications
01:17 Exterior
01:51 Assembly Process
02:23 Screen
03:04 Keyboard
03:50 Speakers
04:43 Fingerprint reader
04:58 Battery
05:20 Power Adapter
06:08 Benchmarking
07:53 DIY Version Ships without an OS
09:00 The "Cons"
09:20 Minor Expansion Slot Annoyance
10:27 Chassis Rigidity
11:00 Webcam and Microphone Array Test
11:27 Final Thoughts
Framework sent me this laptop to review but they did not get any editorial input nor did they receive a preview of this video. To learn more about my review process, visit heavyelement.com/ethics
I don’t often review laptops, but when I do–gaming is always my first consideration. Video games are a huge part of my life and I am always looking for new ways to play. Then, repairability and sustainability are a close second.
That’s why the Framework Laptop 13 is such a big deal for me. It’s running games at great framerates, it has a high resolution screen, and I put it together myself! But will it end up replacing my Steam Deck as my primary gaming machine? There’s only one way to find out. Stay tuned to the end of the video!
First, let’s review the specs. My Framework 13 is kitted out with a Ryzen 7 7840U CPU with integrated Radeon 780M graphics.
It has a total of 16 GB of DDR5 memory at 5600 MT/s (x2 8 GB sticks). For storage, we have a 500GB NVMe SSD.
Those are the broad specs, but there’s a lot more that we can talk about when it comes to the Framework Laptop 13’s hardware and software...
*My Game*
❯ Dudelings: Arcade Sportsball: store.steampowered.com/bundle/41202/Dudelings_Arcade_Sportsball_Deluxe_Edition/?utm_source=yt-every-video
❯ Dudelings on Google Play: play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=io.heavyelement.dudelings&pcampaignid=yt-every-video
❯ Dudelings on Itch.io: heavy-element.itch.io/dudelings
*Affiliate links*
Best Steam Deck Accessories:
❯ SanDisk 1 TB card: amzn.to/3z8mMfH
❯ Steam Deck Dock: amzn.to/3PDjgkt
❯ Steam Deck accessories: amzn.to/4c2XKkM
❯ DualSense: amzn.to/3WR1u1R
❯ Gulikit KK3 Max controller amzn.to/4dqRaoC
❯ DualSense Edge: amzn.to/4cuzIyd
❯ 8Bitdo Pro 2: amzn.to/46R7hcz
❯ Amazon Suggested Products: amzn.to/4fAha2h
*Elsewhere on the Web*
❯ Merchandise: shop.heavyelement.io
❯ Email Newsletter: heavyelement.com/newsletter
❯ 🐘 Mastodon: https://mastodon.online/@gardiner_bryant
❯ Peertube: subscribeto.me
❯ Heavy Element: heavyelement.com
❯ Mastodon: https://mastodon.online/@gardiner_bryant
❯ Threads: threads.net/@gardiner_bryant
*Support the Show*
❯ Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/gardiner_bryant
❯ Patreon: patreon.com/thelinuxgamer
❯ Merch: gardinerbryant.com
❯ Humble: humblebundle.com/store/?partner=thelinuxgamer
❯ youtube.com/channel/UCv1Kcz-CuGM6mxzL3B1_Eiw/join
❯ Amazon affiliate: amzn.to/3iYb4gd
About Gardiner Bryant: A native Maine resident, Gardiner (yes, that's his first name) is an enthusiastic Linux evangelist, a believer in the efficacy and superiority of the Free and Open Source way, and President of Heavy Element. Heavy Element offers web design, media production, and YouTube consulting services to individuals and companies in Maine and beyond.
heavyelement.com
-- Chapters --
00:00 Introduction
00:47 The Basic Specifications
01:17 Exterior
01:51 Assembly Process
02:23 Screen
03:04 Keyboard
03:50 Speakers
04:43 Fingerprint reader
04:58 Battery
05:20 Power Adapter
06:08 Benchmarking
07:53 DIY Version Ships without an OS
09:00 The "Cons"
09:20 Minor Expansion Slot Annoyance
10:27 Chassis Rigidity
11:00 Webcam and Microphone Array Test
11:27 Final Thoughts
