Microsoft Surface LaptopvsLG gram 13

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Microsoft
Microsoft Surface Laptop
Surface Laptop

Quick Stats

The Microsoft Surface Laptop delivers solid performance suitable for general-purpose use and everyday tasks with ease.
The Microsoft Surface Laptop's impressive build quality and premium design are its standout features overall.
The Microsoft Surface Laptop's crisp and vibrant display is a highlight of the device, perfect for multimedia consumption.
The Microsoft Surface Laptop's excellent battery life and sturdy construction are notable features of this device.
LG
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
Microsoft Surface Laptop
#596
LG gram 13
Winner
#593
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Microsoft Surface Laptop
#782
LG gram 13
#417
Winner
Display
Microsoft Surface Laptop
#147
Winner
LG gram 13
#744
Performance
Microsoft Surface Laptop
#790
LG gram 13
#541
Winner
Build
Microsoft Surface Laptop
#333
LG gram 13
#71
Winner
Features
Microsoft Surface Laptop
#590
Winner
LG gram 13
#784

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Microsoft Microsoft Surface Laptop
LG LG gram 13
up to 16GB
up to 16GB
up to 512GB SSD
up to 2000GB SSD
Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus X1P-64-100
AMD Ryzen 7 4700U
Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite Adreno GPU
AMD Radeon RX Vega 7 (R4000/5000, 15W)

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Microsoft Surface Laptop

Strengths

excellent battery life
a sleek design, good build quality
typing experience that runs Windows
the display is excellent

Weaknesses

Windows is incredibly hostile if you want to download Chrome onto this laptop
annoyances with auto-brightness adjustments that aren't smooth and can be jarring
legacy keys on the keyboard function row seem dated
news feed in widgets panel shows clickbait headlines

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
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Microsoft Surface Laptop

The Microsoft Surface Laptop boasts a sleek design, excellent battery life, and good build quality. Its typing experience is also commendable. While some may find the Windows software experience lacking, the laptop's overall performance and features make it a solid choice for general-purpose use. The Surface Laptop's ability to run Windows, combined with its competitive price point, makes it an attractive option for those seeking a Windows-based device that rivals the MacBook Air in many ways.

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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