Framework Laptop 13 vs Apple MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 Comparison

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Framework Laptop 13 vs Apple MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing Laptop 13 and MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022, two laptops from Framework and Apple. Framework Laptop 13 was introduced to market in May 2022 and Apple MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 was launched in June 2022. There is only 1 months difference between Laptop 13 and MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 so we are expecting this to be a fair comparison regarding age and technology level.

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Here is a brief look at the main features of Framework Laptop 13 and Apple MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Framework Laptop 13 Key Specs

Launched in May 2022
13.5" IPS LCD, 3:2 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i5 1240P
GPU: Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (80EU)
8GB Ram
296 x 229 x 15.85 mm (11.65 x 9.02 x 0.62 inches)
Weight: 1.3 kg (2.87 lbs)

Apple MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 Key Specs

Launched in June 2022
13.3" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Apple M2
GPU: Apple M2 GPU (8-core)
8GB Ram
304.1 x 212.4 x 15.6 mm (11.97 x 8.36 x 0.61 inches)
Weight: 1.4 kg (3.09 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Laptop 13 and MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Framework Laptop 13 over Apple MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022

Weight	1.30 kg vs 1.40 kg	0.1 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~80.1% vs ~79.4%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	5.3 mm vs 8.8 mm	3.5 mm thinner bezels
Display Size	13.5 inches vs 13.3 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Screen Type	Matte vs Glossy	potentially less reflections on screen
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs No	More RAM Options
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs No	Easily increase the Storage when needed
Bluetooth	v5.3 vs v5	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
Webcam Resolution	1920 x 1080 vs 1280 x 720	Higher Resolution Camera
Number of USB-C Ports	4x USB 4.0 vs 2x USB 4.0	Connect more device at the same time
HDMI Port	1x HDMI 2.0 vs No	Connect to external monitors directly via HDMI cable
Display Port	Yes vs No	Option to use Display port to connect to external monitors
Ethernet RJ45 Port	Yes vs No	Connects to the local network via Ethernet RJ45
SD Card Reader	Yes vs No	Read & Write SD Cards with the built-in reader

Reasons to choose Apple MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 over Framework Laptop 13

Noise Level	49 dB vs 49.2 dB	Less fan noise
Screen PPI	227 ppi vs 201 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Resolution	2560 x 1600 pixels vs 2256 x 1504 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
sRGB Color Space	100% vs 97.1%	Wider sRGB Color Space Coverage
DCI-P3 Color Gamut	98.8% vs 68.9%	Wider DCI-P3 Color Gamut
Adobe RGB Profile	87.9% vs 71.1%	Wider Adobe RGB Coverage
Max Brightness	500 nits vs 400 nits	Brighter Screen
Response Time	35 ms vs 44 ms	Faster Response screen
CPU Fabrication Process	5 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation CPU
GPU Fabrication Process	5 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation GPU
GPU FLOPS	3 TFLOPS vs 1.41 TFLOPS	Faster RAM Type
RAM Type	LPDDR5 vs DDR4	3D Surround Sound Support
Dolby Atmos Speakers	Yes vs No	Better Sound capture
Number of Microphones	3 vs 2	Generates higher sound levels
Speaker Loudness	81.9 dB vs 77.5 dB

Common Strengths of Apple MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 and Framework Laptop 13

Launch Dates	May 2022 vs June 2022	Both laptops are recent models
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
Wi-Fi Standard	v6E vs v6	Fast and Reliable Wi-Fi Connections
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes vs Yes	Easy Login with Fingerprint Sensor
Thunderbolt Port	v4 vs v3	Fast data and power transfer via Thunderbolt Port
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Weaknesses of Apple MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 and Framework Laptop 13

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability

Framework Laptop 13 vs Apple MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Framework Laptop 13 and the Apple MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022.

Physical Specs
Weight	1.3 kg (2.87 lbs)	1.4 kg (3.09 lbs)
Surface Area	678 cm2 (105.1 inches2)	646 cm2 (100.1 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~80.1%	~79.4%
Side Bezel Thickness	~5.3 mm	~8.8 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.10 kg/inch	0.11 kg/inch
	0.22 lbs/inch	0.242 lbs/inch
Colors	Silver	Silver, Gray

Comparison of the Framework Laptop 13 and the Apple MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 External Dimensions

Weight

Laptop 13 weighs 1.3 kg (2.87 lbs), whereas the MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 weighs 1.4 kg (3.09 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. However, it's important to consider that comparing their weights directly may not provide a complete picture since they also have different display sizes.

Weight Comparison

Displays size 13.0-13.9 inches

Framework Laptop 13 1.30 kg

Apple MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 1.40 kg

Min 0.85 kg

Average 1.22 kg

Max 1.64 kg

Thickness Comparison

Displays size 13.0-13.9 inches

Framework Laptop 13 15.85 mm

Apple MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 15.60 mm

Min

1.70 mm

Average 15.32 mm

Max 19.95 mm

Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the Framework Laptop 13 is 0.10 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Apple MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 is 0.11 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Microsoft Surface Pro 12: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 14 2022: 0.07 kg/inch

Framework Laptop 13 vs Apple MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022: Internals (CPU, GPU, RAM, Battery, SSD, etc.) Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core i5 1240P Intel Core i7 1260P Intel Core i7 1280P Intel Core i5 1340P Intel Core i7 1360P Intel Core i7 1370P AMD Ryzen 5 7640U AMD Ryzen 7 7840U	Apple M2
Base Frequency	1.7 GHz	2.0 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.4 GHz	3.4 GHz
Number of Cores	12	8
Number of Threads	16	8
L3 Cache	12 MB
Integrated GPU	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)	Apple M2 GPU
CPU Fabrication Process	10 nm	5 nm
Geekbench 5 (Single)	1593	1931
Geekbench 5 (Multi)	7956	8996
Cinebench 23 (Single)	1516	1586
Cinebench 23 (Multi)	9305	8690

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the Framework Laptop 13 and Apple MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPUs and compare them:

Laptops with: Intel Core i5 1240P

Laptops with: Apple M2

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (80EU)	Apple M2 GPU (8-core)
Base Clock Frequency	300 MHz	500 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	1100 MHz	1456 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	15 W	15 W
Type	Integrated	Integrated
FLOPS	1,408 GFLOPS	3 TFLOPS
Memory Size	System Shared	System Shared
Memory Type	System Shared	LPDDR5
Memory Bus	System Shared	128 bit
Memory Speed	System Shared	5.2 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	640	1024
TMUs	40	64
ROPs	20	32

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. Framework Laptop 13 has a FLOPS value of 1.41 TFLOPS whereas the Apple MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 ' has a FLOPS value of 3 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Apple MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	8GB 16GB 32GB 64GB	8GB 16GB 24GB
Memory Bus	1x8 GB
RAM Clock	3200 MHz	5200 MHz
RAM Type	DDR4	LPDDR5
Upgradable	Yes	No
Max RAM Size	64 GB
Total Slots	2
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	Custom

Both laptops, the Laptop 13 and the MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022, come with similar RAM capacities of 8 GB, providing comparable performance in memory-intensive tasks.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) each of these laptops could support, based on their respective hardware specifications. It's meant to help you compare their suitability for running AI models locally.

LLM Category	Framework Laptop 13	Apple MacBook Pro 13 (M2, 2022)
Small Models(1-3B):Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B	✔ Run smoothly.	✔ Run smoothly.
Medium Models(7-8B):Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B	✖ Not supported.	✖ Not supported.
Large Models(13-30B):Examples: Mixtral, Qwen-14B	✖ Not supported.	✖ Not supported.
Extra-Large Models(65B+):Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B	✖ Not supported on most systems. Requires high-end GPU or advanced setup.	✖ Not supported on most systems. Requires high-end GPU or advanced setup.

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

📌 MoE Models: Some models like Mixtral 8x7B and Qwen3-30B-A3B use a Mixture of Experts (MoE) design, activating only part of the model during inference. This means they can often run efficiently on laptops with 12–16 GB of VRAM when quantized.

BATTERY

BATTERY	55 Wh 61 Wh	58.2 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Ion	Li-Po
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	Yes	No
Charging Port Position	-	Left
Charge Power	60 W	67 W
Full Charging Time	1:30 hr	2:30 hr

On the other hand, the MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 features a higher battery capacity of 58 Wh, delivering longer usage time compared to the Laptop 13's 55 Wh.

Battery Comparison

Displays size 13.0-13.9 inches

Framework Laptop 13 55 Wh

Apple MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 58 Wh

Min 38.00 Wh

Average 52.97 Wh

Max 80.00 Wh

STORAGE
With a larger storage capacity up to 4 TB, the Laptop 13 provides more space for storing files and applications compared to the MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022's max. storage capacity of 2 TB.

Storage Options	256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB	256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB
Upgradable	Yes	No
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

Framework Laptop 13 vs Apple MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Framework Laptop 13 and Apple MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. Laptop 13 has a display size of 13.5".On the other hand, MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 has a smaller 13.3" display.The total usable screen area of the Laptop 13 is 543cm² / 84inch² whereas the MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022's total usable screen area is 513cm² / 80inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 features a higher pixel density with 227 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Displays size 13.0-13.9 inches

Framework Laptop 13 201 ppi

Apple MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 227 ppi

Min 118 PPI

Average 186 PPI

Max 338.00 PPI

Refresh Rate
Both Laptop 13 and MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 offer the same refresh rate of 60 Hz.

Furthermore, the MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 boasts a faster response time of 35.0 ms, reducing motion blur for fast-paced content.

Brightness
The MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 offers a higher maximum brightness of 500 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

Displays size 13.0-13.9 inches

Framework Laptop 13 400 nits

Apple MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 500 nits

Min

30 nits

Average 435 nits

Max 1000.00 nits

Framework Laptop 13 vs Apple MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Laptop 13 features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v6E, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 (v6).

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Neither Laptop 13 nor MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 has USB-A ports.
Both Laptop 13 and MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 have USB Type-C ports. Laptop 13 has 4x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports, while MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 has 2x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
Both Laptop 13 and MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 feature Thunderbolt ports. Laptop 13 has Thunderbolt 4, while MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 has Thunderbolt 3.

HDMI
Laptop 13 features an HDMI port (1x HDMI 2.0) for connecting to external monitors. MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 does not have an HDMI port.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
Laptop 13 is equipped with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards. MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 does not have an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both Laptop 13 and MacBook Pro 13 M2 2022 are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v6E	v6
Bluetooth (latest: v5.4)	v5.3	v5
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	No	No
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	4x USB 4.0	2x USB 4.0
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	Thunderbolt 4	Thunderbolt 3
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.0	No
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	1x v1.4	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes	Yes
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	Yes	No
SD CardReader	Yes	No
Proprietary Charging Port	No	No