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Updated January 12, 2024·
If you prioritize repairability and customization, alongside a higher resolution and slightly larger screen, consider the Framework Laptop 13. Its modular design allows easy upgrades and repairs, and it has a unique 3:2 aspect ratio for more vertical screen space, which is beneficial for reading and web browsing. On the other hand, the XPG Xenia 14 provides better value with more storage and memory at lower cost, plus a slightly bigger screen. It's also lighter, enhancing portability, and has a longer battery life, which is crucial for those who are often on-the-go. However, it may not offer the same level of repairability and customization as the Framework. Both have similar processors and integrated graphics, making them fairly comparable in general performance tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Framework Laptop 13 (2023)
- Good for engineering and design
- Good overall display quality
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the XPG Xenia 14
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.4
6.9
13.5in
SIZE
14.0in
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
472.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The Framework Laptop 13 has a better screen than the XPG Xenia 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and software development.
If you're primarily using your laptop for browsing, streaming, or office work, both the Framework Laptop 13 and the XPG Xenia 14 have screens with suitable resolution and brightness, ensuring a clear and vibrant display. For tasks like engineering and design that demand color accuracy, these laptops offer good color coverage, making them apt choices for professionals who prioritize precise color representation. However, gamers and those working with 3D applications might find these laptops lacking because their screens don't have high refresh rates, which can limit the smoothness of fast-paced visuals and animations.
Battery
7.5 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Framework Laptop 13 has 7.5 hours of battery life. The XPG Xenia 14 has 10 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.
Build Quality
7.8
7.2
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) and XPG Xenia 14 both have good build quality, though the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,079
$800
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) has a price of $1,079 and the XPG Xenia 14 costs $800.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.3
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
472.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
7.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.2/10
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) and XPG Xenia 14 are both good for general use.
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) suits general use well because of its repairable and highly customizable design, moderate battery life, and a high-resolution screen that supports vivid colors. Conversely, the XPG Xenia 14 provides a larger standard storage and more RAM for smoother multitasking, along with excellent portability due to its longer battery life and lighter weight, but it comes with an older operating system and a lower pixel density screen.
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.1
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) and XPG Xenia 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) and the XPG Xenia 14 both offer fair performance for gaming and 3D tasks due to their integrated graphics rather than dedicated GPUs, which are very important for these activities. Moreover, their screen refresh rates are standard at 60Hz, which doesn't fully satisfy the very important criteria for gaming that typically benefits from higher refresh rates.
Engineering and Design
7.3
6.8
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Framework Laptop 13 (2023) to be good for engineering and design, while the XPG Xenia 14 is only fair.
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) stands out in engineering and design use due to its high-resolution touchscreen which enhances detailed work, coupled with solid CPU and RAM capabilities, although it has an integrated GPU that might limit performance in graphics-intensive tasks. The XPG Xenia 14 offers a balance with a slightly larger screen and more RAM which benefits multitasking and complex projects, but still relies on an integrated GPU, and while it's similarly potent for engineering and design, it provides better portability with a lighter design.
Content Creation
7.5
7.4
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) and XPG Xenia 14 are both good for content creation.
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.
Software Development
7.6
7.2
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) and XPG Xenia 14 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.
Portability
Very Good
Excellent
13.5in
SIZE
14.0in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
2.2 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.5in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers XPG Xenia 14 to have excellent portability, while the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) and the XPG Xenia 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Framework Laptop 13 (2023) | XPG Xenia 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,079 | $800 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11.7'' x 9'' x 0.62'' | 12.2'' x 8.5'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.95 lbs | 2.2 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.7" | 12.2" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.01" | 8.46" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1340P | Intel i5-1135G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7.5 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 55 Wh | 53 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.5" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2256 x 1504 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 472 nits | 321 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.8/10 | 9.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
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 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
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 | 2 | |
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."
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Allen Ngo | July 2021
"The Xenia 14 is a top 14-inch laptop under 1 kg. ADATA isn't exactly known for its laptops and so we weren't expecting much from its first 14-inch Ultrabook. With that said, we're pleasantly surprised by how well the Xenia 14 looks and performs. Not only is it incredibly light, but it has a color accurate 16:10 display, high CPU and GPU performance, easy RAM and SSD serviceability, plenty of port options including Thunderbolt 4, and long battery life. It packs a lot of punch and features considering the size and weight to be better than even the LG Gram series."
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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.
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