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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Can you tell us why you believe the Stream Ring is the right form factor?
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 8, 2025
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
Maybe in this new form factor, Lenovo can finally make the groundbreaking device that they wanted the first X1 Fold to be.
From The Verge • Sep. 1, 2022
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