Framework’s first eGPUs turn its laptop into a desktop PC
The Verge
Framework is releasing an OCuLink-based development kit allowing users to connect desktop GPUs to the Framework Laptop 16 for significantly increased graphics performance.Summary
Framework has announced its entry into the external GPU (eGPU) market with a new OCuLink Dev Kit designed specifically for the Framework Laptop 16. Unlike standard Thunderbolt plug-and-play solutions, this kit is aimed at power users and enthusiasts, offering a direct PCIe connection for desktop-grade graphics performance. The kit is intentionally minimalist, requiring users to provide their own power supply and potentially 3D-print their own docking solutions using Framework's provided design files. While the parts do not support hot-plugging and are limited to the Laptop 16, they provide a versatile way to repurpose modular GPU components or utilize desktop graphics cards, with shipping expected later this year.
(Source：The Verge)