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Updated January 10, 2024·
Choosing the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) will give you a laptop with a more powerful processor and better graphics capabilities, which makes it suitable for demanding tasks such as 3D rendering, machine learning, and other engineering applications. It has a high-resolution Mini LED display that offers excellent color accuracy and a higher brightness compared to the LG Ultra 16, and it supports a smoother visual experience due to its higher refresh rate. Moreover, the MacBook Pro also has a better build quality, speaker system, and webcam. However, it is heavier than the LG Ultra and comes at a significantly higher cost. On the other hand, the LG Ultra 16 is lighter, which makes it more portable and it is also offered at a lower price. Its lower-powered AMD processor and integrated graphics are less suited for intensive graphics or computation tasks but are still capable of handling general use and lighter engineering work efficiently. The display quality is not as high-end as the MacBook's but it's still decent for everyday tasks. The LG Ultra has a lower battery capacity, although both laptops offer similar hours of typical usage. Keep in mind the LG Ultra offers Windows 11 Home while the MacBook runs on MacOS, which could influence your decision based on your software preferences and needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023)
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Excellent overall display quality
- Best in class overall build quality
- 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 16 (Late 2023).
Key differences
General Use
8.8
7.7
3456 x 2234
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
487.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
270.0 nits
17.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
17.0 Hours
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) is very good for general use, while the LG Ultra 16 is good.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 boasts a more powerful CPU, more RAM, and a superior Mini LED display which offers excellent screen quality, making it very good for general use despite being less portable due to its weight. In contrast, the LG Ultra 16 provides good general use capabilities with a competent though less powerful CPU, ample RAM, and an IPS display, enhanced by its lighter weight for better portability and longer battery life, but with a less vivid screen and lower build quality compared to the MacBook Pro.
Gaming and AI
7.5
6.2
6.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
3456 x 2234
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) is good for gaming and AI, while the LG Ultra 16 is only fair.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 boasts a superior GPU suitable for high-end 3D tasks and a higher screen refresh rate favorable for smooth visuals, but it's worth noting that its operating system might not support many popular games. The LG Ultra 16, while it has a fair GPU for gaming and a standard refresh rate, runs Windows which is widely compatible with most games.
Engineering and Design
8.9
7.0
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
6.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
18.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) is very good for engineering and design, while the LG Ultra 16 is good.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) is exceptionally suited for engineering and design due to its robust CPU, abundant RAM, powerful GPU, and high-quality Mini LED screen. In contrast, the LG Ultra 16, while still offering good performance with a capable CPU and GPU, lower RAM, and a decent IPS screen, stands out for its excellent portability and silent operation.
Content Creation
8.9
7.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3456 x 2234
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
18.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) is very good for content creation, while the LG Ultra 16 is good.
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
8.9
7.5
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
18.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3456 x 2234
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) is very good for software development, while the LG Ultra 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.
Screen Quality
9.3
6.2
16.2in
SIZE
16.0in
3456 x 2234
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
487.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
270.0 nits
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 has a better screen than the LG Ultra 16 for general use, AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16, with its high-resolution and bright display, is excellent for general use, offering clear and vivid images, while its wide color gamut makes it ideal for engineering and design work where color accuracy is key. However, its typical refresh rate limits its appeal for 3D work where smoother motion provided by higher refresh rates is crucial. The LG Ultra 16 provides adequate resolution and brightness for general tasks and sufficient color reproduction for some design uses, but its standard refresh rate and overall screen attributes fall short for gaming and 3D applications, where superior refresh rates and advanced display technologies are significantly beneficial.
Build Quality
10.0
6.5
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) 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
$2,499
$1,000
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) has a price of $2,499 and the LG Ultra 16 costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
Battery
17.5 Hours
17.0 Hours
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 has 17.5 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
Good
Good
16.2in
SIZE
16.0in
4.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The LG Ultra 16 and Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) and the LG Ultra 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) | LG Ultra 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,499 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | November 1, 2023 | March 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.8'' x 0.66'' | 14'' x 9.8'' x 0.64'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.7 lbs | 3.63 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.01" | 14.02" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.77" | 9.78" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Apple M3 Pro (12C) | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 18 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 17.5 Hours | 17 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99.6 Wh | 72 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16.2" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | Mini LED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3456 x 2234 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 487 nits | 270 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 10/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.6/10 | 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 | 8.8/10 | 10/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 10/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 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 | 3 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Andreas Osthoff | February 2023
"The Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023: M2 Max challenges GeForce RTX 3080 Ti. The new MacBook Pro 16 2023 with the M2 Max SoC is the most powerful laptop Apple has on sale right now. While we do not get the expected performance and efficiency improvements from completely new 3 nm chips, which we expected ahead of the launch, the 2023 model is still a solid update. The CPU of the M2 Max can be up to 20 % faster than the old model and we also see an advantage of 25-30 % for the GPU with 38 cores. However, both components also consume more power, so the efficiency did not change that much under maximum load."
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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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