Microsoft Surface Pro 9vsLG gram 13

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Microsoft
Microsoft Surface Pro 9
Surface Pro 9

Quick Stats

The Microsoft Surface Pro 9 offers exceptional performance with its 12th generation Intel Core i5 processor inside.
The Surface Pro 9's exceptional build quality ensures a smooth and enjoyable user experience overall.
The Microsoft Surface Pro 9 boasts an impressive 13-inch PixelSense Flow display with a smooth refresh rate.
The Microsoft Surface Pro 9 boasts a sleek design with impressive display and typing features available separately.
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 Pro 9
#597
LG gram 13
Winner
#593
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Microsoft Surface Pro 9
#569
LG gram 13
#417
Winner
Display
Microsoft Surface Pro 9
#148
Winner
LG gram 13
#744
Performance
Microsoft Surface Pro 9
#813
LG gram 13
#541
Winner
Build
Microsoft Surface Pro 9
#81
LG gram 13
#71
Winner
Features
Microsoft Surface Pro 9
#789
LG gram 13
#784
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Microsoft Microsoft Surface Pro 9
LG LG gram 13
up to 8GB
up to 16GB
up to 256GB SSD
up to 2000GB SSD
Microsoft SQ3
AMD Ryzen 7 4700U
Qualcomm Adreno 690
AMD Radeon RX Vega 7 (R4000/5000, 15W)

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Microsoft Surface Pro 9

Strengths

The Microsoft Surface Pro 9 has a sleek and lightweight design, weighing in at around 879g, making it ideal for travel or everyday use.
The device features two USB-C ports with support for Thunderbolt 4, allowing for easy connection to external storage devices and displays.
The Surface Pro 9's display is excellent, featuring a 13-inch PixelSense Flow screen with up to 120Hz refresh rates, making it perfect for consuming media and using apps.
The device comes with Windows 11, which provides a smooth and seamless experience, along with features like Snap multitasking, Clipchamp, and customizable themes.

Weaknesses

The battery life of the Surface Pro 9 is around 12 hours, which may not be sufficient for those who need more power or plan to do graphic-heavy work.
The device does not have a physical clicking action on its glass touchpad, which may take some getting used to.
The Slim Pen is an additional accessory that needs to be purchased separately, which may add extra cost to the overall price.
There are no notable mentions of any major software or hardware issues with the Surface Pro 9 in the review.

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 Pro 9

The Microsoft Surface Pro 9 is more than just a tablet - it's a versatile and powerful device that's perfect for everyday use. Its sleek design, weighing in at 879g, makes it ideal for travel or everyday use. Equipped with a 13-in PixelSense Flow display, 12th gen Intel Core i5 chip, and impressive battery life of around 12 hours, this device is a great balance between performance and efficiency.

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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