LG gram 17vsLG gram 13

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LG gram 17
gram 17

Quick Stats

The LG Gram 17's performance is decent but not spectacular, considering its ultra-portable design and power consumption.
The LG Gram 17's strongest suit is its build quality, feeling solid and sturdy despite thinness.
The LG Gram 17's standout display offers stunning resolution, vibrant colors, and excellent brightness with crisp viewing angles.
The LG Gram 17 boasts a stunning 1600p screen with great colors and brightness overall.
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LG gram 13
gram 13

Quick Stats

The LG Gram 13's performance is a highlight, particularly with the Core i7 model available.
The LG Gram 13's exceptional build quality makes it incredibly portable and a joy to use every day.
The LG Gram 13's vibrant display boasts crisp details and decent brightness, making it perfect for indoor use.
The LG Gram 13's slim design, long battery life, and powerful Quad-Core processor stand out as key features.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
LG gram 17
#594
LG gram 13
Winner
#593
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
LG gram 17
#224
Winner
LG gram 13
#417
Display
LG gram 17
#454
Winner
LG gram 13
#744
Performance
LG gram 17
#696
LG gram 13
#541
Winner
Build
LG gram 17
#768
LG gram 13
#71
Winner
Features
LG gram 17
#586
Winner
LG gram 13
#784

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
LG LG gram 17
LG LG gram 13
up to 16GB
up to 16GB
up to 512GB SSD
up to 2000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-10510U
AMD Ryzen 7 4700U
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 (Laptop)
AMD Radeon RX Vega 7 (R4000/5000, 15W)

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

LG gram 17

Strengths

The build quality is actually quite good, not as questionable as I thought at first.
The laptop is extremely light, weighing nothing whatsoever right (one finger type light)
The screen is beautiful, 1600p with great colors and brightness
Dual nvme storage allows for good performance and fast loading times
The keyboard is good, better than a Macbook according to the reviewer
The CPU performance may not be as good as thicker laptops, but it's still sufficient for tasks like 4K multistream video editing
The laptop has respectable performance for its price point

Weaknesses

The CPU performance is not as good as thicker gaming laptops or Ultrabooks that can allocate more watts to the CPU
The laptop may be too expensive for some budgets, being a premium product with a high price tag
The reviewer mentions that 16 GB of RAM might be insufficient for tasks like 4K editing and recommends upgrading to 32 GB
The laptop's wattage is limited to 65 Watts, which affects its CPU performance
The reviewer notes that the laptop may not be suitable for heavy gaming or demanding tasks
The keyboard is good but not exceptional, just better than a Macbook
The chassis may feel a bit thin and fragile despite being firm

LG gram 13

Strengths

Provides a highly portable design
Great performance, especially with the Core i7 model
Excellent battery life, delivering some of the best results I've seen from past generations of laptops
Very good display
Active cooler for the CPU keeps surface temperatures in check

Weaknesses

Bare-bones feature set, missing Thunderbolt 3 and full-sized SD card slot
Limited configurations: only 8GB of RAM and 256GB SSD
SATA drive is slow, capping sequential transfers at around 500MB/s
No option for a faster NVMe SSD out of the box
No significant improvement in performance compared to older CPUs, such as Core i5 7200U or Core i7 7500U
Read Full Reviews

LG gram 17

The LG Gram 17 brand new for 2024 is a testament to innovation in portability. This ultralight laptop weighs next to nothing, making it perfect for those who prioritize mobility without sacrificing performance. With a stunning 1600p screen and dual NVMe storage, this device checks all the right boxes for creatives and professionals on-the-go. My review will delve into its strengths and weaknesses, exploring whether this laptop's compromises in CPU power are offset by its remarkable portability and premium features.

LG gram 13

The LG Gram 13 is a compact powerhouse that checks all the right boxes for those seeking portability, performance, and stamina. With its quad-core CPU, active cooler, and upgradable storage, this laptop delivers excellent battery life and a very good display. While it may lack some features like Thunderbolt 3 and a full-sized SD card slot, its price point is competitive with similarly configured laptops from major competitors.

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