Framework has updated its Framework Laptop 13 Pro pre-order page with a storage upgrade and a warning about potential CPU price increases. The company has replaced the Gen 5 SSD option with the ADATA XPG MARS 970, a drive offering better performance, efficiency, and reliability at a lower cost. Pre-orders with the old Gen 5 SSD will be automatically upgraded to the 1 TB or 2 TB MARS 970 models, with the 1 TB now priced lower than the previous 500 GB option. Cheaper alternatives like the Sandisk SN7100 and 850X PCIe 4.0 SSDs remain available for those not needing Gen 5 speeds.

The reason for the switch includes improved efficiency and long-term reliability of the new SSD. This change impacts consumers by providing more storage for less money, but it also signals a shift in Framework’s component partnerships. The company didn’t specify why the Gen 5 model was dropped, though cost savings appear to be a factor.

On the less positive note, Framework warns that processor prices may rise soon. The company expects to adjust the Framework Laptop 13 Pro’s overall price for new orders in the coming weeks. Existing pre-orders are not affected, but new buyers are urged to act quickly. No confirmation exists yet whether this price hike is limited to Framework or reflects a broader industry trend involving Intel and AMD.

For now, pre-orders remain fully refundable before shipment. The SSD upgrade and CPU price warning create a mixed message: better storage value but potential future cost increases. Buyers must weigh immediate savings against the possibility of higher prices later.