form factor
Americannoun
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Computers. the design specifications of computing electronics that enforce uniformity and allow interchangeability of components.
the form factor for circuit boards.
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the physical dimensions of an electronic device.
The form factor of the new phone is thinner and lighter than that of the older models.
Etymology
Origin of form factor
First recorded in 1995–2000
Example Sentences
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When will a small flat rectangle of electronics stop being the preferred form factor for the computers 5.8 billion humans carry around with them?
From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026
Under Ternus, Apple could spearhead the next form factor for the AI era, Forrester analyst Dipanjan Chatterjee wrote in a Monday note.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 20, 2026
He is hopeful for an all-new form factor that analysts sometimes refer to as the Model Q or Model 2, which will launch in some geographies in 2026.
From Barron's • Oct. 15, 2025
"Judging by the success of the Switch, we expect the new device to be a similar form factor and to continue the legacy of the original product," he said.
From BBC • May 7, 2024
This form factor is roughly 100 times smaller than its amplifier counterpart, making it extremely attractive as a measurement device.
From Science Daily • Apr. 10, 2024
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