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Laptop 13 (2023)
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LOQ 16i
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Advantages of the Framework Laptop 13 (2023)
  • Very good for software development
  • Very good portability
  • Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo LOQ 16i
  • Very good for engineering and design
  • Good for gaming and AI

Key differences

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Gaming and AI

6.7
Laptop 13 (2023)
LOQ 16i
7.8
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.3/10
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo LOQ 16i is good for gaming and AI, while the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) is only fair.

Software Development

8.0
Laptop 13 (2023)
LOQ 16i
7.5
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 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) is very good for software development, while the Lenovo LOQ 16i is good.

Screen Quality

7.4
Laptop 13 (2023)
LOQ 16i
7.2
13.5in
SIZE
16.0in
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
472.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
The Framework Laptop 13 has a better screen than the Lenovo LOQ 16 for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation, while the Lenovo LOQ 16 has a better screen for gaming and AI.

Battery

9.0 Hours
Laptop 13 (2023)
LOQ 16i
6.0 Hours
The Framework Laptop 13 has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo LOQ 16 has 6 hours of battery life.

Portability

Very Good
Laptop 13 (2023)
LOQ 16i
Fair
13.5in
SIZE
16.0in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
5.7 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) has very good portability, while the Lenovo LOQ 16i has only fair portability.
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Key similarities

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General Use

7.9
Laptop 13 (2023)
LOQ 16i
7.6
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
472.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.3/10
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) and Lenovo LOQ 16i are both good for general use.

Engineering and Design

7.8
Laptop 13 (2023)
LOQ 16i
8.1
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo LOQ 16i to be very good for engineering and design, while the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) is good.

Content Creation

7.9
Laptop 13 (2023)
LOQ 16i
7.6
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) and Lenovo LOQ 16i are both good for content creation.

Build Quality

7.8
Laptop 13 (2023)
LOQ 16i
7.4
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) and Lenovo LOQ 16i both have good build quality.

Cost

$1,499
Laptop 13 (2023)
LOQ 16i
$1,490
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$500

$1,000

$1,500

$2,000

$2,500

The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) has a price of $1,499 and the Lenovo LOQ 16i costs $1,490.

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How the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) and the Lenovo LOQ 16i compare to other laptops

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Spec Comparison

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Framework Laptop 13 (2023)Lenovo LOQ 16i
Framework Laptop 13 (2023)Lenovo LOQ 16i

GENERAL

Price
$1,499
$1,490
Release Date
May 1, 2023April 1, 2023
Overall Dimensions
11.7'' x 9'' x 0.62''14.2'' x 10.9'' x 1.02''
Weight
2.95 lbs5.73 lbs
Width
11.7"14.16"
Depth
9.01"10.92"

INTERNAL

Processor
AMD Ryzen 7 7840UIntel i7-13700H
RAM
16 GB16 GB
DDR Memory Version
55
RAM Slots
22
Storage
512 GB512 GB

BATTERY

Battery Life
9 Hours6 Hours
Battery Capacity
61 Wh60 Wh

SCREEN

Diagonal Size
13.5"16"
Display Technology
IPSIPS
Resolution
2256 x 15041920 x 1200
Refresh Rate
60Hz144Hz
Display Brightness
472 nits329 nits

RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS

Build Quality Score
7.8/107.4/10
Portability Score
8.8/106.3/10
Gaming Laptop Appearance
NoYes
Premium Business Laptop
NoNo
Fan Noise Score
7.5/107/10

HARDWARE FEATURES

Keyboard Quality Score
8.5/108/10
Speaker Quality Score
8/106.8/10
Webcam
1080p1080p
Fingerprint Reader
YesNo
Backlit Keyboard
YesYes
Number Pad
NoYes

CONNECTIVITY

USB Type-A
13
USB-C ports
21
USB-C Charging
YesYes
Display Outputs
22
Thunderbolt Ports
00

Shopping

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Framework Laptop 13 (2023)

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Wired

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."

Lenovo LOQ 16i

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Christian Hintze | September 2023
"Gaming laptops with an RTX 4060 are available starting from about 1,000 Euros (~$1,060), even in 16-inch format. For the supposedly affordable Lenovo LOQ 16 (1,500 Euros, ~$1,591), the manufacturer particularly saves in the equipment and materials compared to the more expensive Legion series. In addition, the LOQ is slightly heavier and more bulky. What remains is anything but a laptop full of difficult compromises. Instead, this is a more than solid gaming laptop that focusses on the 3D performance.Q is slightly heavier and more bulky."

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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 Lenovo

Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.

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