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Apple Mac Studio (M3 Ultra, 2025) vs Framework Desktop (Ryzen AI Max+ 395, 128GB)
Product A: Apple
69 of 160 known
NVIDIA DGX Spark
MINISFORUM MS-S1 MAX (395, 128GB)
HP Z2 Mini G1a Workstation
MINISFORUM MS-A2 (Ryzen 9 9955HX, 64GB)
MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra
MINISFORUM MS-01 (Core i9-13900H)
Apple Mac Pro (M2 Ultra, 2023)
Dell Slim Desktop ECS1250
Valve Steam Machine (2026)
Beelink GTR9 Pro (395, 128GB)
Apple Mac Studio (M4 Max, 2025)
GMKtec EVO-X2 (395, 128GB)
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Compare the Framework Desktop (Ryzen AI Max+ 395, 128GB) with
NVIDIA DGX Spark
MINISFORUM MS-S1 MAX (395, 128GB)
HP Z2 Mini G1a Workstation
MINISFORUM MS-A2 (Ryzen 9 9955HX, 64GB)
MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra
MINISFORUM MS-01 (Core i9-13900H)
Apple Mac Pro (M2 Ultra, 2023)
Dell Slim Desktop ECS1250
Valve Steam Machine (2026)
Beelink GTR9 Pro (395, 128GB)
Apple Mac Studio (M4 Max, 2025)
GMKtec EVO-X2 (395, 128GB)Product B: Framework
Desktop (Ryzen AI Max+ 395, 128GB)
74 of 160 known
NVIDIA DGX Spark
Apple Mac Studio (M5 Ultra, 2026)
MSI MEG Vision X AI 2NVV9-043US
GMKtec EVO-X2 (395, 128GB)
Dell Alienware Area-51 (2025)
CORSAIR ONE i600
MINISFORUM MS-A2 (Ryzen 9 9955HX, 64GB)
Beelink GTR9 Pro (395, 128GB)
Khadas Mind 2s
HP Z2 Mini G1a Workstation
Apple Mac Studio (M4 Max, 2025)
MINISFORUM MS-S1 MAX (395, 128GB)
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Compare the Apple Mac Studio (M3 Ultra, 2025) with
NVIDIA DGX Spark
Apple Mac Studio (M5 Ultra, 2026)
MSI MEG Vision X AI 2NVV9-043US
GMKtec EVO-X2 (395, 128GB)
Dell Alienware Area-51 (2025)
CORSAIR ONE i600
MINISFORUM MS-A2 (Ryzen 9 9955HX, 64GB)
Beelink GTR9 Pro (395, 128GB)
Khadas Mind 2s
HP Z2 Mini G1a Workstation
Apple Mac Studio (M4 Max, 2025)
MINISFORUM MS-S1 MAX (395, 128GB)79 of 152 fields differ
- 40 different values
- 39 known for one only
- 7 the same
- 66 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 76 desktop PCs.
- Max RAMA: 256GBB: 128GBApple is 128 GB higher.
- CPU coresA: 28B: 16Apple has 12 more.
- Rear USB portsA: 6B: 4Apple has 2 more.
- RAMA: 96GBB: 128GBFramework is 32 GB higher.
- Power supplyA: 480WB: 400WApple is 80 W higher.
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- AApple: 197 × 95 mm
- BFramework: 96.8 × 226.1 mm
Weight
0 to 25 kg
All 160 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Model numbers
MU973LL/A, A3389, Mac15,144Spec databaseeverymac.com/systems/apple/mac-studio/specs/mac-studio-m3-ultra-28-core-cpu-60-core-gpu-2025-specs.htmlRead 10 October 2026Identifiers: MU973LL/A, Mac15,14, A3389, EMC 8859.5Certification listdata.energystar.gov/resource/rxdj-2c88.jsonRead 10 October 2026ENERGY STAR record 4513876: Mac Studio (M3 Ultra), model A3389, additional information MU973, 28 physical cores, 96 GB, one SSD. United States and Canada.6Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/102231Read 10 October 2026Identify your Mac Studio model: Mac Studio (2025) with M3 Ultra, Model Identifier Mac15,14, part numbers MU973xx/A.
GTIN / EAN
195949056734, 1959490569015Certification listdata.energystar.gov/resource/rxdj-2c88.jsonRead 10 October 2026UPCs 195949056734 and 195949056901 from the same MU973 record. Which UPC maps to which regional part is not stated.
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Announced
Status
Predecessor
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Successor
Apple Mac Studio (M5 Ultra, 2026)20Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2026/08/apple-introduces-new-mac-studio-with-m5-max-and-m5-ultraRead 23 October 2026Apple's August 2026 release compares the Mac Studio with M5 Ultra to the previous-generation Mac Studio with M3 Ultra.21Press articlemacworld.com/article/3220024/apple-announces-the-m5-ultra-mac-studio-with-up-to-512gb-of-ram.htmlRead 23 October 2026Macworld says buyers can now get an M5 Ultra Mac Studio instead of the M3 Ultra model.
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Launch price (US)
Launch price (EU)
€2,32915Press articleheise.de/-10295743Read 10 October 2026Launch coverage (Feb 2025): Ryzen AI Max+ 395 with 128 GB at EUR 2,329, with 64 GB at EUR 1,859 and the 32 GB Max 385 at EUR 1,279, all without SSD. The article does not say whether VAT is included or name a country.16Press articleitdaily.com/news/workplace/framework-desktop-amd-ryzen-maxRead 10 October 2026Lists the 128 GB Max+ 395 at EUR 2,329 and the box-only EUR 1,279 including VAT. VAT for the 128 GB price is not stated separately, but it comes from the same price list. Treated as the VAT-inclusive EU price. The USD launch price is 1999.
Markets
Segment
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Case
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Case dimensions
Width197Height95Depth197mm(7.8 × 3.7 × 7.8 in)1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/122211Read 10 October 2026Size and Weight: 19.7 cm width and depth and 9.5 cm height, converted to mm.
Width96.8Height226.1Depth205.5mm(3.8 × 8.9 × 8.1 in)1Maker product pageframe.work/desktopRead 10 October 2026Specs, Case Dimensions: 96.8 x 205.5 x 226.1mm, with no axis labels. The maker top-cover drawing is 96.80 mm wide, and the maker product renders show an upright tower with a front panel three tiles wide and seven tall. Stored as width 96.8, depth 205.5, height 226.1 in that upright orientation.
Case volume
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Weight
Case model
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Case materials
Aluminium, Plastic1Maker product pageframe.work/desktopRead 10 October 2026Specs, Materials: 50% post-consumer-recycled aluminum and 30% post-consumer-recycled plastic. The maker names no panel-level split.13Reviewtomshardware.com/desktops/gaming-pcs/framework-desktop-reviewRead 10 October 2026Design section: the side panels are plastic with some metal shielding inside and the top panel is entirely plastic. Fits the maker materials list of aluminum and plastic. The reviewed unit was the Max+ 395 with 64GB. No measured results from that unit are used.
Side panel
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Front panel
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Tool-less side panel
Dust filters
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VESA mount
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Display
None of 6 known
Screen size
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Native resolution
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Panel type
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Max refresh rate
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Touchscreen
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Brightness (SDR, claimed)
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Motherboard
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Motherboard
Apple service part 661-502057Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/122125Read 10 October 2026Orderable parts item 36: logic board 661-50205 for M3 Ultra, 28-core CPU, 60-core GPU, 96 GB. This is an Apple service part identifier.
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Chipset
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Motherboard form factor
CPU socket
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FP117Maker spec sheet (PDF)raw.githubusercontent.com/FrameworkComputer/Framework-Desktop/main/Mainboard/Mainboard_Interfaces_Schematic_Framework_Desktop_Ryzen_AI_Max.pdfRead 10 October 2026Diagram labels the APU as FP11 Strix Point Halo, 120W.8Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/laptop/ryzen/ai-300-series/amd-ryzen-ai-max-plus-395.htmlRead 10 October 2026CPU socket FP11.
Expansion slots
AApple Mac Studio (M3 Ultra, 2025)
Not availableBFramework Desktop (Ryzen AI Max+ 395, 128GB)
| Mechanical slot type | Electrical lanes | PCIe generation | Count | Occupied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PCIe x4 | 4 | 4 | 1 | No |
| M.2 E-key | 1 | 4 | 1 | Yes |
PCIe x16 slots
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0
Free expansion slots
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1
Fan headers
Overclocking in BIOS
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Processor
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Processor
Processor brand
Processor codename
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Core configuration
AApple Mac Studio (M3 Ultra, 2025)
| Core type | Count |
|---|---|
| Performance | 20 |
| Efficiency | 8 |
BFramework Desktop (Ryzen AI Max+ 395, 128GB)
| Core type | Count | Core | Base clock (GHz) | Max core turbo clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Performance | 16 | Zen 5 | 3 | 5.1 |
Source1Maker product pageframe.work/desktopRead 10 October 20268Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/laptop/ryzen/ai-300-series/amd-ryzen-ai-max-plus-395.htmlRead 10 October 202616x Zen 5, base clock 3 GHz, max boost up to 5.1 GHz. AMD gives one core class, so a single performance row is stored.
CPU cores
28
16
Performance cores
20
16
Efficiency cores
8
0
Threads
Max core turbo clock
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5.1GHz
L3 cache
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CPU core process node
CPU base power (chip rating)
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Peak CPU power (configured)
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140W1Maker product pageframe.work/desktopRead 10 October 2026Processor power level: 120W sustained, 140W boost power, as configured by Framework. This is the maker setting, not AMD's 55 W default TDP.4Press releaseframe.work/blog/framework-desktop-deep-dive-ryzen-ai-maxRead 10 October 2026Deep dive dated 12 Mar 2025: the 6-heatpipe heatsink and 120mm fan allow the maximum sustained 120W with 140W boost.
Unlocked multiplier
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NPU performance
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Integrated GPU
Cooling
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CPU cooler
CPU cooler model
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Cooler Master 6-heatpipe heatsink, 120 mm fan sold separately1Maker product pageframe.work/desktopRead 10 October 202612Owner's manualguides.frame.work/Guide/CPU+Fan/489Read 10 October 2026The Desktop supports a 120 mm CPU fan with a 4-pin connector. A fan mounting kit is needed for your own fan. The fan itself is a separate option in the DIY Edition.
Radiator size
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Radiator position
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Case fans
AApple Mac Studio (M3 Ultra, 2025)
| Fan rotors |
|---|
| 2 |
BFramework Desktop (Ryzen AI Max+ 395, 128GB)
Not availableNumber of case fans
2
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Graphics
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Discrete GPU
GPU
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GPU brand
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Graphics card
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VRAM
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VRAM type
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GPU board power
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GPU boost clock
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Graphics card length
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Graphics card thickness
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GPU power connector
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Memory
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RAM
RAM type
Configured RAM speed
6,400MT/s18Spec databaselowendmac.com/1234/apple-silicon-m3-ultra-chip-specsRead 10 October 2026M3 Ultra chip specs list LPDDR5-6400 (3200 MHz) on a 1024-bit bus with about 819.2 GB/s, which matches the 819GB/s memory bandwidth Apple publishes. Apple does not publish the transfer rate. The chip is the same in the 28-core and 32-core models. The same page lists a 4.05 GHz P-core clock, which is not stored because the ENERGY STAR record lists 3.6 GHz.19Spec databasehmc-tech.com/desktops/mac-studio-m3-ultra-early-2025Read 10 October 2026Memory row for the 96 GB base model: LPDDR5-6400. Agrees with the Low End Mac chip page. Apple does not publish the transfer rate.
8,000MT/s1Maker product pageframe.work/desktopRead 10 October 2026Memory Speed: 8000 MT/s on the 300 Series. The newer Ryzen AI Max PRO 495 column is 8533 MT/s and is not used.4Press releaseframe.work/blog/framework-desktop-deep-dive-ryzen-ai-maxRead 10 October 2026256-bit memory bus at 8000 MT/s, 256GB/s bandwidth, eight 32-bit LPDDR5x packages for 128GB. Soldered because LPCAMM2 was not feasible.
Rated kit speed
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Memory kit
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RAM upgrade
Integrated into chip package7Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/122125Read 10 October 2026Logic board is ordered by chip and memory capacity. There are no DIMM slots, and the SSD module 661-50220 is ordered separately as the 1 TB M3 Ultra module.
Soldered1Maker product pageframe.work/desktopRead 10 October 2026Memory is listed as soldered.2Press releaseframe.work/blog/introducing-the-framework-desktopRead 10 October 2026The post says the LPDDR5x is soldered and non-upgradeable because modular memory was not technically feasible at this bus width.
Memory slots
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RAM slots
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Free RAM slots
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Max RAM for this CPU and GPU
ECC memory
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Storage
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Storage
1TB
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Installed drives
AApple Mac Studio (M3 Ultra, 2025)
| Capacity (GB) | Type |
|---|---|
| 1,000 | SSD, protocol not stated |
BFramework Desktop (Ryzen AI Max+ 395, 128GB)
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AApple Mac Studio (M3 Ultra, 2025)
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| Form factor | Interface | PCIe generation | PCIe lanes | Count | Occupied |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M.2 2280 | PCIe NVMe | 4 | 4 | 2 | No |
M.2 slots
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2
Free M.2 slots
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2
Free drive bays
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0
Fastest storage-slot PCIe generation
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4
Power supply
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PSU rated output
480W1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/122211Read 10 October 2026Maximum continuous power 480W. The ENERGY STAR record lists an internal supply rated 480 W.5Certification listdata.energystar.gov/resource/rxdj-2c88.jsonRead 10 October 2026internal_power_supply_rated_power_w 480.
400W1Maker product pageframe.work/desktopRead 10 October 2026Power Supply: FlexATX, 400W, ATX 3.0 power interface, 150.0 x 81.5 x 40.5mm.5Press releaseframe.work/blog/framework-desktop-deep-dive-power-supplyRead 10 October 2026Deep dive dated 21 May 2025: semi-custom 400W power supply built with FSP.
PSU form factor
PSU efficiency
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Modular cables
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PSU model
Apple service part 661-508867Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/122125Read 10 October 2026Power supply 661-50886, one part for both chip models.
Framework 400 W FlexATX power supply (semi-custom, made by FSP)5Press releaseframe.work/blog/framework-desktop-deep-dive-power-supplyRead 10 October 2026Built with FSP from a higher-wattage off-the-shelf unit downrated to 400W, with a Delta 40 mm fan. No retail model name is given.
Native 12V-2x6 cable
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Ports
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User-facing I/O position
User-facing ports
AApple Mac Studio (M3 Ultra, 2025)
| Type | Version | Count | Max stated link rate (Gbps) | Thunderbolt or USB4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | Thunderbolt 5 | 2 | 120 | Thunderbolt 5 |
| SD card | SDXC UHS-II | 1 | Not available | Not available |
Source1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/122211Read 10 October 2026On front (M3 Ultra): two Thunderbolt 5 ports (up to 120 Gb/s) and an SDXC card slot (UHS-II). The M4 Max front USB-C ports are excluded.10Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/mac-studio/take-a-tour-of-mac-studio-apd0fd69f4be/2025/mac/15Read 10 October 2026On Mac Studio with the M3 Ultra chip, the two front USB-C ports are Thunderbolt 5. The SDXC slot supports SD 4.0 cards.
BFramework Desktop (Ryzen AI Max+ 395, 128GB)
Not availableRear ports
AApple Mac Studio (M3 Ultra, 2025)
| Type | Version | Count | Max stated link rate (Gbps) | Thunderbolt or USB4 | DP Alt Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | Thunderbolt 5 / USB4 | 4 | 120 | Thunderbolt 5 | Yes |
| USB-A | USB 3 | 2 | 5 | Not available | Not available |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | 1 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Ethernet (RJ45) | 10Gb Ethernet | 1 | 10 | Not available | Not available |
| 3.5 mm audio | Not available | 1 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
BFramework Desktop (Ryzen AI Max+ 395, 128GB)
| Type | Version | Count | Max stated link rate (Gbps) | Thunderbolt or USB4 | DP Alt Mode | Connected to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HDMI | 2.1 | 1 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Motherboard |
| DisplayPort | 2.1 UHBR10 | 2 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Motherboard |
| USB-C | USB4 | 2 | 40 | USB4 | Yes | Motherboard |
| Ethernet (RJ45) | Not available | 1 | 5 | Not available | Not available | Motherboard |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 2 | 10 | Not available | Not available | Motherboard |
| 3.5 mm audio | Combo headphone and microphone jack | 1 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Motherboard |
User-facing USB ports
2
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User-facing USB-C ports
2
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Rear USB ports
6
4
Thunderbolt
Yes
No
Ethernet speed
10Gbps
5Gbps
Discrete GPU output ports
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0
Wireless
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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi bands
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Wi-Fi antenna
Internal10Reviewservethehome.com/framework-desktop-reviewRead 10 October 2026Page 3 shows the RZ717 Wi-Fi 7 module on the board and the Framework antenna guide shows internal antenna modules. No external antennas are included.11Owner's manualguides.frame.work/Guide/Antenna+Module/488Read 10 October 2026Replacement guide for the left and right antenna modules inside the chassis. No external antenna is part of the product.
Ethernet controller
Camera and audio
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Webcam
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Built-in speaker drivers
11Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/122211Read 10 October 2026Audio section lists a built-in speaker in the singular. The exploded view shows one Speaker.7Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/122125Read 10 October 2026Exploded view lists one Speaker, item 34.
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Total speaker power
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Audio features
3.5 mm headphone jack with support for high-impedance headphones, HDMI port with multichannel audio output1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/122211Read 10 October 2026
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Lighting
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RGB lighting
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Lit parts
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Lighting standard
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Lighting software
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Software
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Operating system
OS family
Control software
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Upgradeability
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Proprietary parts
Motherboard, PSU, Case, Fan connectors, Drive mounts7Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-us/122125Read 10 October 2026Logic board, power supply and housing are ordered as Apple assemblies. SSD modules are Apple service parts with no M.2 socket. The fan flex cables use locking connectors on the logic board.
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Max graphics card length
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Max CPU cooler height
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Measured performance
None of 8 known
Cinebench 2024 single-core
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Cinebench 2024 multi-core
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Geekbench single-core
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Geekbench multi-core
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3DMark Time Spy graphics
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3DMark Steel Nomad
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SSD sequential read (measured)
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Game frame rates
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Measured noise and temperature
None of 6 known
Fan noise per load
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Highest measured fan noise
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Measured fan noise at idle
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CPU temperature in stress test
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CPU clock in stress test
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GPU temperature while gaming
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Measured power
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Power draw idle
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Power draw gaming
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Power draw max
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Power draw sleep or off
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Sustained CPU power (measured)
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GPU power while gaming (measured)
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Certifications
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ENERGY STAR
Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/122211Read 10 October 2026Environment section states ENERGY STAR certified.5Certification listdata.energystar.gov/resource/rxdj-2c88.jsonRead 10 October 2026Record is listed as certified.
Yes1Maker product pageframe.work/desktopRead 10 October 2026Sustainability list includes Energy Star 9.0 certification. The ENERGY STAR record for model FRAMPA0000 confirms it.9Certification listdata.energystar.gov/resource/rxdj-2c88.jsonRead 10 October 2026Certified 2025-05-28 for the United States and other markets.
Copilot+ PC
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Typical annual energy consumption (TEC)
Other certifications
EU RoHS (Directive 2011/65/EU, with applicable exemptions)1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/122211Read 10 October 2026Footnote declares compliance with EU Directive 2011/65/EU and its amendments, including lead exemptions such as high-temperature solder. Manufacturer declaration, not an independent certificate.
80 Plus Gold (110V) and 80 Plus Silver (230V) certifications for the Power Supply1Maker product pageframe.work/desktopRead 10 October 2026Verbatim from the Sustainability list. The Gold and Silver tiers apply at different line voltages, so psu_efficiency is left empty.
In the box
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In the box
Mac Studio, Power cord1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/122211Read 10 October 2026Mac Studio and a power cord.
Framework Desktop DIY Edition chassis with pre-installed Mainboard, heatsink, power supply, top panel and front panel, Left panel (black or translucent), CPU fan mounting kit, Front panel tiles (at least 21), Framework Desktop Screwdriver6Owner's manualguides.frame.work/Guide/Framework+Desktop+DIY+Edition+Quick+Start+Guide/464Read 10 October 2026Step 1: chassis with pre-installed Mainboard, heatsink, power supply, top panel and front panel, a left panel (black or translucent), the screwdriver and at least 21 tiles. Step 2: AC cable, fan and mounting kit, expansion cards and storage are optional purchases. The spec page also lists a CPU fan mounting kit.
Included extras
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
1year1Maker product pageframe.work/desktopRead 10 October 2026Specs, Warranty (checked on the US page 2026-10-10): 1-year Framework Limited Warranty, with an optional 3-year warranty. The EU and UK pages of the same spec table show 2 years (3 years for Spain). Stored 1 for the US reference market, which matches the US launch price. The earlier value of 2 was the EU and UK term.14Maker product pageframe.work/warrantyRead 10 October 2026Warranty period: one (1) year from the date of delivery unless the order confirmation or invoice says otherwise. The page lists no separate EU or UK term.
Warranty service
Links
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Product page
Spec sheet
Manual
EPREL registration number
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