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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) is generally more affordable and offers a highly portable design with its lighter weight and smaller size, making it ideal for general use and travel. It has a high-quality keyboard and customizable ports but less powerful graphics and processing capabilities, which means it’s not the best fit for intensive gaming, 3D rendering, or engineering tasks. The Razer Blade 15, on the other hand, is pricier and packs a stronger performance with a dedicated GPU suitable for gaming, 3D work, and engineering software, but it’s heavier and has a shorter battery life, making it less convenient for carrying around. Both have excellent build quality, but the Razer is designed with a gaming aesthetic and higher-end components that reflect its higher price point. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Framework Laptop 13 (2023)
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
Advantages of the Razer Blade 15
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.3
8.0
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.0/10
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Razer Blade 15 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) is only fair.
The Razer Blade 15 is better suited for gaming and 3D because it has a more powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti graphics processing unit and a higher screen refresh rate which leads to smoother visuals, compared to the Framework Laptop 13 which has an Intel i5-1340P Iris Xe GPU and a lower screen refresh rate.
Engineering and Design
7.3
8.5
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.0/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Razer Blade 15 is very good for engineering and design, while the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) is good.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
7.5
8.0
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Razer Blade 15 is very good for content creation, while the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) is good.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Screen Quality
7.4
8.2
13.5in
SIZE
15.6in
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
472.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
The Razer Blade 15 has a better screen than the Framework Laptop 13 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and software development.
When selecting a laptop for general use, both the Framework Laptop 13 and the Razer Blade 15 have screens with high resolution and brightness, making them suitable for tasks like browsing and video streaming. For engineering and design, they both display a broad range of colors accurately, essential for detailed and color-sensitive work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, they fall short as their refresh rates are lower than what's optimal for fast-paced visuals, despite their satisfactory resolution and panel type.
Battery
7.5 Hours
5.0 Hours
The Framework Laptop 13 has 7.5 hours of battery life. The Razer Blade 15 has 5 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Very Good
Good
13.5in
SIZE
15.6in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
4.4 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) has very good portability, while the Razer Blade 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
8.5
The Razer Blade 15 has very good build quality, while the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,079
$2,500
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) has a price of $1,079 and the Razer Blade 15 costs $2,500.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.9
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
472.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
7.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
8.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The Razer Blade 15 and Framework Laptop 13 (2023) are both good for general use.
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) is favorable for general use, with its portability and repairability, featuring an efficient CPU, ample screen quality for everyday tasks, and a lightweight design conducive for mobility, though it has moderate battery life. Conversely, the Razer Blade 15 offers a more powerful CPU and GPU suitable for more demanding tasks, more RAM and storage, a larger and higher-quality screen for extensive multimedia use, and superior keyboard and speaker quality, but sacrifices some portability due to increased weight and less battery efficiency during intense usage.
Software Development
7.6
7.7
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Razer Blade 15 and Framework Laptop 13 (2023) are both good for software development.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
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How the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) and the Razer Blade 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Framework Laptop 13 (2023) | Razer Blade 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,079 | $2,500 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11.7'' x 9'' x 0.62'' | 14'' x 9.3'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.95 lbs | 4.4 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.7" | 13.98" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.01" | 9.25" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1340P | Intel i7-12800H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7.5 Hours | 5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 55 Wh | 80 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.5" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2256 x 1504 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 472 nits | 271 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.8/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Framework Laptop 13 (2023)
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Scott Gilbertson | July 2023
"If you’re thinking of investing in your first Framework, now is the time. The kinks and rough edges have all been smoothed out and this is a very nice machine with a bright, upgradable future. The only reason I can think of to wait is the AMD model, which I’ll be sure to test as soon as I can get my hands on one."
Razer Blade 15
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Allen Ngo | March 2022
"The 2022 Blade 15 offers roughly 15 to 25 percent faster graphics performance and 20 percent faster CPU performance over last year's Core i7-11800H and RTX 3080 model. Thankfully, the system doesn't need to run noticeably louder or warmer to achieve faster results, but both power consumption and battery life take a hit. The higher consumption in particular appears to be a trend amongst many 12th gen Core laptops including the Schenker Uniwill Technology GM7AG8P or MSI Vector GP66 when compared to their previous generation counterparts. We're also glad to not see below-average CPU performance which was the case for the 10th gen Core i7-10875H model."
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About Framework
Framework is a new American laptop manufacturer, specializing in modular and repairable laptops with the goals of promoting longevity and reducing electronic waste. They are a strong proponent of the right to repair movement. Framework laptops have replaceable RAM, storage, ports, keyboards, display bezels, mainboards, and more, making them a great choice for repairability-oriented individuals.
About Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean technology company. Razer is best known for their Blade series laptops, well known for their strong performance and sleek design. Although Razer charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a stealthy laptop with clean fit and finish and strong performance. All of their models offer great portability and build quality compared to other gaming laptops.
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