The LG Gram 17 has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook S 13.
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.1/10
7.4/10
13.3in
SIZE
17.0in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
365.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
353.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 has a better screen than the LG Gram 17 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
If you prioritize impeccable visuals for productivity tasks and professional design work, the ASUS Zenbook S 13, with its superior resolution and color accuracy, will serve you well for general use and engineering tasks, but its lower refresh rate makes it less suitable for fast-paced gaming and 3D rendering. The LG Gram 17 offers a balance of good resolution and brightness for everyday activities and decent color reproduction for engineering and design work, though the larger screen can contribute to its less portable nature. However, like the ASUS, it may disappoint gamers and 3D artists due to a less optimal refresh rate, despite its ample screen real estate.
Portability
Best in Class
Good
13.3in
SIZE
17.0in
2.2 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.4in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 has best in class portability, while the LG Gram 17 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.6/10
7.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 and LG Gram 17 both have good build quality, though the ASUS Zenbook S 13 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,400
$1,699
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 has a price of $1,400 and the LG Gram 17 costs $1,699.
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 and LG Gram 17 are both very good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 strikes an excellent balance for general use due to its formidable Intel i7 processor, ample RAM, high-resolution OLED screen which provides superior contrast and color accuracy, all packed in a lightweight frame that enhances portability while still delivering solid battery life. On the other hand, the LG Gram 17 offers a larger screen size for more expansive viewing with a quality IPS display, complemented by its robust CPU and extensive RAM, housed in a slim design with a marginally heavier build than the ASUS, but it compensates with considerable battery capacity and ample storage, making it a strong choice for users who favor screen real estate and endurance over ultimate portability.
Gaming and AI
6.5/10
6.5/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 and LG Gram 17 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 with an OLED screen provides deeper blacks and more vibrant colors alongside a good integrated GPU; it's smaller and lighter for portability but has a smaller screen compared to the LG Gram 17, which boasts a larger 17-inch IPS display delivering a broader view for immersive gaming and 3D experiences, though it's heavier which makes it less portable. Both laptops have integrated GPUs suitable for light to moderate gaming and 3D tasks, but they may not handle the most demanding games or 3D applications due to the absence of dedicated gaming GPUs and standard refresh rates.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
8.0/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 and LG Gram 17 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS Zenbook S 13, with its robust CPU, ample RAM, and dedicated GPU, excels in handling demanding engineering software and has a high-quality screen for precise design work. Meanwhile, the LG Gram 17, while still capable for engineering tasks due to its capable CPU and sufficient RAM, offers a larger screen and added portability, with a slight compromise on graphics performance, and maintains qualities like a comfortable keyboard and quieter operation.
Content Creation
8.5/10
8.4/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 and LG Gram 17 are both very good for content creation.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
8.3/10
8.2/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 and LG Gram 17 are both very good for software development.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Battery
11.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 has 11 hours of battery life. The LG Gram 17 has 11 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
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How the ASUS Zenbook S 13 and the LG Gram 17 compare to other laptops
"The Asus Zenbook S 13 is the slimmest OLED ultrabook worldwide struggles with annoying fans. The new Zenbook S 13 leaves us with mixed feelings, particularly since last year's model was so good. Asus has completely reworked the device, making the laptop noticeably slimmer. The result also looks good and the case makes a great impression, particularly also in terms of the stability. The new plasma ceramic surface feels great, and there are no problems with fingerprints. In addition, it now includes some of the known connections such as an HDMI port and a regular USB-A connection, which is a good achievement in such a slim device."
"The LG Gram 17 is a light office laptop with a large display and great battery life. The newest incarnation of the Gram 17 can be classified as a model update. LG uses the predecessor's compact, light magnesium case along with an identical port configuration (including 2x Thunderbolt 4) and keyboard. Changes can be found in the hardware. With the Gram 17 (2022), LG offers a light (approx. 1,350 g), mobile work device - and finally with a matte display."
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About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
About LG
LG is a South Korean conglomerate company. While LG is mainly known for various products outside of technology, LG also develops laptops. Within the laptop industry, they are known for their thin-and-light Gram series, as well as their value-oriented Ultra series. LG laptops offer very thin and light laptops with phenomenal battery life, and are often on sale.
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