Framework announced the Laptop 13 Pro during a San Francisco event on April 21, 2026, featuring a fully machined aluminum chassis [1].
The new device represents a shift for the modular laptop maker, moving toward a premium build quality intended to compete with high-end professional machines. By combining repairability with a more rigid, luxury material, Framework is attempting to bridge the gap between sustainable hardware and corporate aesthetic standards.
CEO Nirav Patel said the device is "the MacBook Pro for Linux users" [1]. The laptop includes a custom touchscreen, a one-piece haptic touchpad, and a keyboard [1]. For connectivity, the machine features a 10 Gbps port [1].
Power efficiency is a primary focus of the new hardware. Patel said the device offers "up to 20 hours of 4K Netflix battery life" [1]. This increase in endurance is attributed to a new processor; while The Verge reported the use of a Core Ultra 3 chip [1], CNET identified the processor as a Panther Lake chip [2].
Pre-orders for the Laptop 13 Pro began the day of the announcement [1]. Framework expects to begin shipping the units in June [1].
“"It's the MacBook Pro for Linux users."”
Framework is pivoting from a niche enthusiast product to a direct competitor in the professional laptop market. By adopting aluminum and haptic inputs, the company is challenging the industry assumption that modularity requires a compromise in industrial design or battery longevity.
