MNT Reform

The Ultimate Open Hardware Laptop.

MNT Reform is uniquely designed to be as open and transparent as possible, and to support a free and open source software stack from the ground up. We invite you to take a look under the hood, customize the documented electronics, and even repair it yourself if you like.

Modularity

  • Swap CPU, RAM, SSD
  • Customizable
  • Self-serviceable

Chassis

  • Milled aluminum body
  • Robust
  • Recyclable

Keyboard 4.0

  • Mechanical
  • Customizable layout
  • Dimmable RGB backlight

Pointing Device

  • Ergonomic trackball
  • Precise pointing
  • Glass trackpad option

Batteries

  • Exchangeable
  • Cobalt-free LiFePO4
  • Safe to use

Modularity by Design

We've made lots of upgrades and improvements to the original MNT Reform model that launched in 2021. It now features a new (more traditional) keyboard layout, protected battery boards and steel port covers. You can choose between 2 main CPU processor modules and customize your Reform to your preferences:

1. MNT RCORE (Rockchip RK3588)

MNT RCORE with RK3588 is the most powerful octa-core Processor Module option for MNT Reform and the right choice if you desire the maximum in CPU and GPU performance as well as 16 or 32GB of RAM. The CPU features 8 cores: 4x fast Cortex-A76 and 4x efficient Cortex-A55. The integrated ARM Mali G610 MP4 GPU delivers OpenGL/ES 3.0 with the open source Panthor driver, with Vulkan in development.

In a Nutshell

  • Very fast CPU/GPU, 16/32GB RAM
  • Dual display capable
  • Fast PCIe 3.0+2.0 and USB 3.0

Use Cases

  • Software development
  • Open source CAD/media work
  • OpenGL 3.1 gaming and emulation

Drawbacks

  • Binary DDR and GPU firmware

2. RCM4-BPi (Amlogic A311D)

The A311D will make your MNT Reform laptop very fast—both in terms of CPU and GPU. This energy-efficient module offers a good tradeoff between price and performance. The CPU features 6 cores: 4x fast 2.2GHz Cortex-A73 and 2x efficient 1.8GHz Cortex-A53. The integrated ARM Mali G52 MP4 GPU delivers OpenGL/ES 3.1 with the open source Panfrost driver.

In a Nutshell

  • Fast CPU and GPU
  • Wi-Fi 5
  • Bluetooth 5.0

Use Cases

  • Programming
  • Web applications
  • OpenGL 3.0 gaming

Drawbacks

  • One display at a time (HDMI or internal)
  • USB 2.0
  • Binary firmware
  • M.2 slot is deactivated and cannot be used

Detailed Specs

CPU
RAM
GPU
Modularity Comparison Table
DisplayFull HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) 12.5" IPS eDP display driven via MIPI-DSI. HDMI port (not available with LS1028A). 128 x 32 pixel system control OLED
USB 3x USB 3.0 ports external (Type-A), 2x USB 2.0 internal (for input devices). A311D: external ports are USB 2.0.
NetworkingGigabit Ethernet port. Optional ath9k miniPCIe Wi-Fi card.
StorageInternal M.2 M-key socket for NVMe SSD. Full size SD card slot. 16GB eMMC
PCIe1x miniPCIe socket (PCIe 2.0 1x), 1x M.2/NGFF (Depends on module. i.MX8MQ: PCIe 2.0. LS1028A: SATA-3. A311D: Not connected.)
KeyboardReform mechanical USB keyboard with Kailh Choc Brown Switches, Dimmable RGB backlight on all keys (individually programmable with OpenRGB), open firmware
Trackball (Option)Reform optical USB trackball with 5 mechanical switches (Kailh Choc Brown), open firmware
EnclosureModular case from CNC-milled, bead-blasted, black-anodized 6061 aluminum. Bottom cover milled from semi-transparent acrylic.
SoundWolfson WM8960 ADC/DAC, stereo speakers, 3.5" headset/microphone jack (no internal microphone)
BatteryLiFePO4 battery technology, which is more fire-safe and has more charge-cycles than LiPo batteries. 8x owner-serviceable 18650 cells totalling 12 Ah/3.2 V. 5 h approximate battery life
System ControllerNXP LPC11U24 ARM Cortex-M0 chip with open firmware and hackable expansion port
ManualOperator Manual incl. system schematics and full parts list
SourcesKiCAD sources for motherboard, keyboard, trackball, trackpad, STEP/STL/FreeCAD files for case parts, C sources for all firmware (input devices and system controller), build scripts for boot & system image
OSPreloaded with Debian GNU/Linux

In the Box

  • MNT Reform Laptop with:
    • CPU module of your choice
    • Trackball
    • Keycaps of your choice (e.g. QWERTY-US)
    • Handbook of your choice (digital or print version)
  • Power Supply
  • Optional Features:
    • NVMe SSD Storage (M.2)
    • Wi-Fi card (mPCIE)
    • MNT Reform Sleeve
  • Dimensions: 29 x 20.5 x 4 cm
  • Weight: ~1.9 kg

Support


Customize my MNT Reform

More from MNT

Options

Customize

Pointing Device
Keycaps (Backlit)
NVMe SSD Storage (M.2)
WiFi Card (mPCIE)

(Not required for A311D)

Sleeve

Durable vegan leather.

Handbook (136p.)
CPU Module

Price

1,200.00