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User Returns Framework 16 Laptop Due to Quality Control Issues and Defects

By

YorickPeterse

5mo ago· 17 min readenReview

Summary

The author shares their experience with returning a Framework 16 laptop after trying it as a replacement for their aging Lenovo X1 Carbon. They detail keyboard issues with their old laptop, their decision to try Framework for its repairability and modularity, but ultimately found the Framework 16 had significant quality control issues including a defective keyboard, trackpad problems, and poor build quality. Despite appreciating the company's mission, they concluded the product wasn't ready for daily use and decided to return it.

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Given my past experiences with X1 Carbon laptops breaking outside of warranty and the frustration that comes with replacing their components, I decided it was time to look for a replacement.
The Framework 16 was supposed to be the answer to my problems: a laptop that was designed to be repaired and upgraded, with a modular design that would allow me to replace components as needed.
The keyboard was the biggest disappointment. Several keys were either mushy or didn't register presses consistently, and the trackpad had a noticeable wobble and uneven click feel.
Despite my appreciation for what Framework is trying to do, I can't justify keeping a laptop that has this many issues out of the box.
I'm returning my Framework 16 and going back to the drawing board for my next laptop purchase.
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My current laptop is an aging X1 Carbon generation 7, purchased some time in mid 2019. A few months ago a few keys of the keyboard stopped working, specifically the 5, 6, -, = and Delete keys. Sometimes I can get it working again by mashing one of them fo

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