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Updated January 10, 2024·
Between the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) and the LG Ultra 16, if you prioritize performance for intensive tasks like video editing and music production, the MacBook Pro with its powerful M2 chip offers superb performance and excellent build quality. Its Retina display and longer battery life are great for media consumption, but it is less portable due to its heavier weight. Conversely, the LG Ultra 16, while being more portable with a lighter design, might not match the MacBook's performance but is a more versatile choice for general use with Windows 11, a larger screen, more storage, and more RAM. The LG's additional ports also offer more connectivity options, which could be beneficial if you frequently connect to multiple peripherals. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022)
- Good overall display quality
- Best in class overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Best in class battery life
- Best in class speakers
- Best in class keyboard
Advantages of the LG Ultra 16
- The LG Ultra 16 has no clear advantages over the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022).
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.6
6.2
13.3in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
497.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
270.0 nits
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 has a better screen than the LG Ultra 16 for general use, AI, engineering and design, and software development.
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 offers a high-resolution display with excellent brightness and a panel type that renders sharp and vibrant images, making it ideal for general use and engineering tasks that require accurate color representation. However, its screen may not be optimized for 3D applications due to a standard refresh rate that doesn't match the smoother visuals demanded by such content. On the other hand, the LG Ultra 16 provides a satisfactory display for everyday tasks and design work, with decent color accuracy, but its performance might fall short for gaming and 3D due to less emphasis on high refresh rates.
Battery
20.0 Hours
17.0 Hours
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 has 20 hours of battery life. The LG Ultra 16 has 17 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.
Portability
Very Good
Good
13.3in
SIZE
16.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) has very good portability, while the LG Ultra 16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
10.0
6.5
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) has best in class build quality, while the LG Ultra 16 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,219
$1,000
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) has a price of $1,219 and the LG Ultra 16 costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.7
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
497.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
270.0 nits
20.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
17.0 Hours
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
8.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) and LG Ultra 16 are both good for general use.
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 with its M2 chip offers strong CPU performance and high-resolution screen quality, making it great for general use; its thin and light design, combined with an excellent battery life, also contributes to its portability.
Gaming and AI
6.5
6.2
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
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 Pro 13 (2022) and LG Ultra 16 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) has a M2 GPU which is capable but not optimized for high-end gaming or complex 3D rendering, plus its MacOS may limit game compatibility. Both laptops have a standard 60Hz screen refresh rate, which is adequate for casual gaming but may not satisfy those seeking smoother gameplay experiences found with higher refresh rates.
Engineering and Design
7.5
7.0
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) and LG Ultra 16 are both good for engineering and design.
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 with its Apple M2 chip and integrated 10-core GPU promises reliable performance and high-resolution screen quality for detailed engineering and design work, while the LG Ultra 16's larger screen and RAM are suitable for multitasking and complex tasks, but with a lower screen resolution and color accuracy compared to the MacBook. Both laptops offer silent operation and solid build quality, but the MacBook's higher brightness and color coverage make it excel in visual tasks, whereas the LG's additional RAM and larger screen may benefit extensive workflow management and multitasking in engineering applications.
Content Creation
7.9
7.7
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) and LG Ultra 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
7.8
7.5
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) and LG Ultra 16 are both 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.
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How the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) and the LG Ultra 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) | LG Ultra 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,219 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2022 | March 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12'' x 8.4'' x 0.61'' | 14'' x 9.8'' x 0.64'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3 lbs | 3.63 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.97" | 14.02" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.36" | 9.78" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Apple M2 | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 20 Hours | 17 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 58.2 Wh | 72 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.3" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 497 nits | 270 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 10/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.9/10 | 7.9/10 | |
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 | 9.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 0 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 3 | N/A | |
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Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022)
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Andreas Osthoff | June 2022
"The MacBook Pro 13 is still a very good subnotebook. The 2022 MacBook Pro 13 might look like recycling at first, because the device is completely identical to the old model expect for the new M2 SoC. We have to admit that we were surprised to see another iteration of the MBP 13 as well. The laptop is obviously familiar, but this does not change the fact that it is still a very good subnotebook. You get an excellent chassis with good stability, a very good display, good input devices and the new M2 chip is very powerful and efficient."
LG Ultra 16
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Sebastian Jentsch | October 2022
"Unlike the gram, the Ultra PC isn't designed to be as lightweight as possible. The 16-inch laptop is a whole 400 g (0.88 lb) heavier than its 16-inch gram counterpart partly because its chassis is not made of magnesium. Other than that, the Ultra PC seems like a copy of the gram – but with longer battery life, lower noise levels, and a clean, delicate look."
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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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