LG gram 14 2-in-1 review
The LG LG gram 14 2-in-1 ranks as the #468 laptops globally, achieving a LibraScore of 72. Across all metrics, this product stands out most for its #563-ranked connectivity among 622 laptops. Consider the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7 Pro or Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i, which offer higher scores while staying in the same price range.
Is it Worth it?
The LG Gram 14 2-in-1 is a solid contender in the ultra-light convertible market. With a sleek design and impressive battery life (likely 10 hours), this device makes for a great work companion. The addition of USB Type-C charging is a welcome feature, though initial issues with power delivery were experienced. While display options are limited to Full HD, the absence of compromises elsewhere - such as ports, processor, or fingerprint sensor integration - make it a well-rounded option. For those prioritizing portability and functionality without sacrificing performance, the LG Gram 14 2-in-1 is worth considering.
Build
The LG Gram 14 2-in-1 boasts an impressive build quality. The laptop's chassis is sturdy and compact, making it incredibly portable. The keyboard and trackpad are fully functional, with the latter featuring a clickable design. The device also includes a fingerprint sensor integrated into the power button, providing convenient biometric authentication. The battery life is estimated to be around 10 hours, although actual performance may vary. Overall, the Gram's build quality is one of its standout features, making it an excellent option for those seeking a lightweight and efficient laptop experience. If you're after top-notch build, consider Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold 16 Gen 1.
Display
The LG Gram 14 2-in-1's display is a letdown, especially considering the laptop's impressive specs. The screen size is decent at 14 inches, but it lacks vibrancy and brightness. Colors appear muted, and the display is not as sharp as expected. There are no options for QHD or 4K resolutions, which may disappoint those who value crisp visuals. Overall, the display feels like a compromise to maintain the laptop's slim and lightweight design. It gets the job done, but it won't wow anyone with its image quality. It’s worth checking out Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 2, delivering remarkable display.
Performance
The LG Gram 14 2-in-1 delivers impressive performance despite its lightweight design. Equipped with a full 15-watt quad-core processor, this device keeps pace with more powerful laptops in everyday tasks and multitasking. The system's snappiness is also due to the inclusion of 8GB RAM, making it suitable for resource-intensive applications. While it doesn't have dedicated graphics, the integrated solution handles casual gaming and multimedia playback smoothly. Overall, the Gram 14 2-in-1's performance is on par with its competitors, offering a great balance between power and portability. Give Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 2 a try—it’s designed to provide an unparalleled performance.
Battery and Charging
The LG Gram 14 2-in-1's battery life is decent, but I'm skeptical about its claimed 21.5 hours of usage. In reality, it likely lasts around 10-12 hours under normal conditions. While this is still sufficient for a day's use, it falls short of expectations. Charging via USB-C proved to be finicky at first, with the device only accepting power briefly before shutting down again. Thankfully, it eventually stabilized and charged normally, but I'm not confident in its reliability. A separate charger would provide peace of mind, but this is a minor concern overall.
Connectivity
The LG Gram 14 2-in-1 boasts an impressive array of connectivity options, including two USB-A ports, one HDMI port, and a single USB-C port that supports charging and data transfer. However, the USB-C port's inconsistent performance is a concern, making it unreliable for power delivery at times. Consider discovering the power of LG gram 14, featuring the latest advancements in connectivity.
Features
The LG Gram 14 2-in-1 boasts a range of features including: A full keyboard, clickable trackpad, and touch pen support 72Wh battery with claimed 21.5 hours of usage (likely around 10 hours) Two USB-C ports, one USB-A port, and an HDMI output Fingerprint sensor integrated into the power button for secure login 71W quad-core processor provides smooth performance without compromise on size or weight You might prefer LG gram 13, designed with an upgraded features for a better experience.
Support and Maintenance
The LG Gram 14 2-in-1 offers robust support with a fingerprint sensor in the power button, providing a seamless login experience. The device also boasts a reliable battery life, with an estimated 10 hours of use per charge. However, I've experienced inconsistent USB type-C charging, with initial failures and subsequent successful usage. Overall, while minor issues arise, LG's engineering shines through in its commitment to delivering a lightweight yet capable laptop experience.
Pros
1. The thing about all of LG's laptops that you're not making sacrifices, there's a lot of stuff that I review where where I kind of have to end up saying well this Smartphone is okay but if you're the type who really wants a great camera then you might like it or this laptop is okay but if you want a really great battery you might like it um it's not a niche product, it's on par with any Ultra Booker convertible out there uh it's got the full keyboard, it's got the clickable trackpad touch pen support um the fingerprint sensor in the power button and I love the fingerprint sensor in the power button, it makes sense uh it's natural so this has a 72w hour battery LG says it can last 21.5 hours on a charge, probably 10 hours is fine to me, you want to be able to take it to work and not bring your charger with you and not worry that you won't be able to make it through the day.
2. The display is a bit of a letdown since there's no 4K or QHD options, but you're not compromising the pro full 15 watt quad core processor, same thing that you'll find in any uh laptop or convertible um you know no dedicated graphics but you won't find those in anything um in this form factor or size or weight, so really it's just a really light device and LG does a great job of engineering these.
3. You're not compromising USB type A, there's not just one but two ports, you're not compromising HDMI um you might be compromising a little bit on the display because there's no 4K or QHD options um but you're not compromising the pro full 15 watt quad core processor same thing that you'll find in any uh laptop or convertible um you know no dedicated graphics but you won't find those in anything um in this form factor or size or weight.
4. it doesn't seem to be too big of a deal, it's just a really light device and LG does a great job of engineering these, so yeah there's really no compromise here,
5. You're not compromising USB type A, there's not just one but two ports you're not compromising HDMI um you might be compromising a little bit on the display because there's no 4K or QHD options um but you're not compromising the pro full 15 watt quad core processor same thing that you'll find in any uh laptop or convertible um you know no dedicated graphics but you won't find those in anything um in this form factor or size or weight,
6. Its battery life is probably around 10 hours which is fine, to me the bar for for where battery life needs to be you need to be able to take it to work and not bring your charger with you and not worry that you won't be able to make it through the day.
7. The fingerprint sensor in the power button makes sense uh it's natural so this has a 72w hour battery
8. Its really just a really light device and LG does a great job of engineering these, so yeah there's really no compromise here
Cons
1. I'm not going to say I believe it I don't believe any company's battery claims because they're mostly just false um usually when a company says 21 and a half hours of battery life that means more like 10 you know um most most companies that they'll run video playback for 21 and a half hours and honestly that's just not real life that's not how real people use their PCS and that's why I don't run Battery tests you know your your real life usage is not going to is not going to reflect my Benchmark that's stupid so so I mean really probably 10 hours
2. I wouldn't count on the USB type-c charger, it does seem to be working right now again remember when I first plugged it in it worked briefly and then it stopped working so um I'm I'm GNA try I'm G to try using this my only charger because I don't want to have a separate charger
3. Its battery life is probably around 10 hours which is fine, but the bar for for where battery life needs to be you need to be able to take it to work and not bring your charger with you and not worry that you won't be able to make it through the day
4. I wouldn't count on it just yet I'm trying USB type-c charging again and it does seem to be working right now, but initially it stopped working so um I wouldn't count on it just yet
5. You're compromising a little bit on the display because there's no 4K or QHD options um but you're not compromising the pro full 15 watt quad core processor same thing that you'll find in any uh laptop or convertible um you know no dedicated graphics but you won't find those in anything um in this form factor or size or weight
6. I'm not going to say I believe it I don't believe any company's battery claims because they're mostly just false um usually when a company says 21 and a half hours of battery life that means more like 10 you know um most most companies that they'll run video playback for 21 and a half hours and honestly that's just not real life that's not how real people use their PCS and that's why I don't run Battery tests you know your your real life usage is not going to is not going to reflect my Benchmark that's stupid
7. The display is a bit of a letdown since there's no 4K or QHD options
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