Enthusiast adds OCuLink port to Framework 16 Laptop — offering PCIe 4.0 x8 bandwidth for big GPU performance gains

An enthusiast has successfully added an OCuLink port to the Framework 16 Laptop, providing PCIe 4.0 x8 bandwidth for significant GPU performance gains. This modification allows for a direct PCI Express connection, offering better performance compared to Thunderbolt-wrapped connections. The OCuLink standard, typically used in big servers, is now being implemented in consumer hardware through initiatives like this mod. While OCuLink is niche, more devices are starting to incorporate it for connecting external GPUs, with Framework now assisting in making this mod functional for users.