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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Apple MacBook Air (2022) and LG Gram 16 are similarly priced with some key differences. The MacBook Air offers Apple's M2 processor and is known for its lightweight and quiet, fanless design; however, it has less RAM compared to the LG Gram. The Gram comes with a larger 16-inch screen and more RAM, which may be better for multitasking and certain types of engineering software. Both boast a long battery life suited for general use. If you prefer MacOS and a more portable design, the MacBook Air may be your choice, whereas the LG Gram is ideal if you require Windows compatibility and a larger display for multitasking and productivity tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple MacBook Air (2022)
- Very good for software development
- Best in class overall build quality
- Excellent portability
- Best in class speakers
- Best in class keyboard
Advantages of the LG Gram 16
- The LG Gram 16 has no clear advantages over the Apple MacBook Air (2022).
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.6
7.3
13.6in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1664
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
486.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
347.0 nits
The Apple MacBook Air has a better screen than the LG Gram 16 for general use, AI, engineering and design, and software development.
The Apple MacBook Air focuses on high resolution and bright displays with vibrant colors, making it suitable for general tasks and visually demanding engineering or design work; however, the lack of a high refresh rate hinders its performance for 3D applications where smooth motion is critical. The LG Gram 16 offers a balance with a clear and bright display that also handles a wide color gamut well for professional creative tasks but, like the MacBook Air, falls short in gaming and 3D due to its standard refresh rate. For both devices, their screen qualities reflect a prioritization of sharpness, color accuracy, and brightness over the fast refresh rates preferred in high-end gaming or 3D modeling environments.
Portability
Excellent
Very Good
13.6in
SIZE
16.0in
2.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.4in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Apple MacBook Air (2022) has excellent portability, while the LG Gram 16 has very good portability.
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Build Quality
10.0
7.0
The Apple MacBook Air (2022) has best in class build quality, while the LG Gram 16 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$899
$1,450
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Apple MacBook Air (2022) has a price of $899 and the LG Gram 16 costs $1,450.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
7.8
2560 x 1664
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
486.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
347.0 nits
15.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
15.0 Hours
10.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
9.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Apple MacBook Air (2022) and LG Gram 16 are both good for general use.
The Apple MacBook Air (2022) provides a compelling option for general usage with its efficient Apple M2 CPU and quality screen, complemented by its lightweight form and silent operation, while the LG Gram 16, with an Intel i7 processor and a larger 16-inch display paired with ample RAM, also offers great battery life and impressively manages heat, making it equally suitable for everyday tasks. Both laptops boast high screen quality, ample storage, and backlit keyboards, with differences in portability and operating systems—MacOS for the MacBook Air and Windows for the LG Gram 16—that may sway users based on their platform preference.
Gaming and AI
6.4
6.4
4.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2560 x 1664
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
The Apple MacBook Air (2022) and LG Gram 16 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Apple MacBook Air (2022) has an Apple M2 GPU that provides fair 3D performance, but its MacOS may limit game compatibility, affecting its gaming suitability. On the other hand, the LG Gram 16 leverages the Intel Iris Xe graphics of its Intel i7 CPU for fair gaming and 3D tasks, with its Windows OS offering a broader range of supported games, although both have standard screen refresh rates which are not ideal for high-level gaming.
Engineering and Design
7.5
7.5
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
4.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Apple MacBook Air (2022) and LG Gram 16 are both good for engineering and design.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
7.9
7.8
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
2560 x 1664
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Apple MacBook Air (2022) and LG Gram 16 are both 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
8.0
7.9
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1664
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
10.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Apple MacBook Air (2022) to be very good for software development, while the LG Gram 16 is good.
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
15.0 Hours
15.0 Hours
The Apple MacBook Air has 15 hours of battery life. The LG Gram 16 has 15 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 Apple MacBook Air (2022) and the LG Gram 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Apple MacBook Air (2022) | LG Gram 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$899 | $1,450 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2022 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12'' x 8.5'' x 0.44'' | 14'' x 9.5'' x 0.66'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.7 lbs | 2.64 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.97" | 13.96" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.46" | 9.53" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Apple M2 | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 15 Hours | 15 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 52.6 Wh | 80 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.6" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1664 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 486 nits | 347 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 10/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.4/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 10/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 10/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 10/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 0 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 3 | 4 | |
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Apple MacBook Air (2022)
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Andreas Osthoff | July 2022
"The Apple MacBook Air M2 Entry is a very good, but too expensive daily MacBook. The new MacBook Air M2 is undoubtedly once again a very good mobile companion, but we are still a little bit disappointed on a very high level, which is definitely connected with the increased price point. The new chassis is extremely slim and the front edge is no problem during typing, but the bezels are pretty wide for a modern device and in addition with the vertical space required for the notch, the new Air has larger footprint than some Windows rivals."
LG Gram 16
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Florian Glaser | January 2023
"The LG Gram 16 is a lightweight device with stability issues. The LG Gram 16Z90Q with a Core i7-1260P is made with portability in mind and places less of a focus on users with high demands on performance. The compact and light chassis is particularly practical when you are on the go. The device is not only comfortably small and lightweight, it also boasts a great battery life. When connected to mains, on the other hand, the 16-inch device is rather disappointing. The standard cooling mode causes extreme volatility in terms of CPU, SSD and iGPU performance. The meager stability of the chassis may also put off some potential buyers."
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About Apple
Apple, an American technology company, is one of the world’s largest company in terms of market capitalization. Their MacBook laptops feature a slim, minimalistic design, class-leading battery life, and premium display and speaker quality. In 2020 Apple switched from using Intel processors to their own silicon chips which have excellent performance and efficiency. The macOS operating system is the second most widely used OS, after Windows.
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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