Framework's RTX 5070 12 GB Graphics Module Costs 72% Higher Than 8 GB Model
Wccftech • • technology
Key Points:
- Framework has launched a new Graphics Module for its Laptop 16 featuring the NVIDIA RTX 5070 12 GB GPU, priced at $1199, which is 72% higher than the previous 8 GB variant priced at $699.
- The 12 GB model offers 50% more VRAM than the 8 GB version, but the rest of the GPU specifications remain unchanged, making it mainly beneficial for VRAM-intensive tasks.
- Framework's laptops support GPU upgrades via separate graphics modules, allowing users to enhance performance without buying a new laptop.
- The significant price increase is attributed to ongoing memory supply constraints affecting the cost of VRAM and overall GPU pricing.
- The new RTX 5070 12 GB graphics module is compatible with Framework Laptop 16 models equipped with Ryzen AI 300 and Ryzen 7040 series processors and is available for pre-order with shipments expected in June.
