The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is the better choice for high-performance needs such as gaming, 3D rendering, or machine learning, as it has a powerful AMD Ryzen processor and Nvidia RTX graphics card. However, it's heavier and has a shorter battery life, which might be a concern if portability and all-day usage are important for you. On the other hand, the LG Gram 16, while not as powerful, is incredibly lightweight, has a longer battery life, and is significantly more affordable, making it ideal for general use, business applications, and situations where you must carry the laptop for extended periods. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow X13
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
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the LG Gram 16
Excellent battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
6.4/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is good for gaming and AI, while the LG Gram 16 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is better for gaming and 3D applications because it comes with a dedicated Nvidia RTX 4070 graphics card and a screen with a high refresh rate of up to 165 Hz, which is ideal for smooth visuals in fast-paced games. In contrast, the LG Gram 16 has an integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics solution and a standard screen refresh rate of 60 Hz, which is less optimal for demanding gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.5/10
7.5/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for engineering and design, while the LG Gram 16 is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 excels in engineering and design tasks due to its robust CPU, high-end GPU, and quality display, which handle demanding applications and graphics-intensive processes more effectively. Meanwhile, the LG Gram 16, while still competent for such tasks with a capable CPU and high-resolution screen, prioritizes portability and has a less powerful GPU, which may not be as suitable for highly demanding visual or computational work.
Screen Quality
8.4/10
7.3/10
13.4in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
511.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
347.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has a better screen than the LG Gram 16 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the ASUS ROG Flow X13 exceeds due to its high resolution and brightness, making for a sharp and vibrant display, while the LG Gram 16, though also bright and clear, offers a slightly lesser resolution. In engineering and design, the Flow X13's superior color coverage through wider color gamuts ensures more accurate color representation, an advantage over the LG Gram 16, which delivers good but not as extensive color range. When it comes to 3D tasks and gaming, the ASUS' lower refresh rate can make fast-moving visuals less smooth compared to higher refresh rate displays which are preferred, even though both laptops are not ideally suited for these activities due to their screen qualities.
Battery
8.0 Hours
15.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has 8 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.
Build Quality
8.5/10
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has very good 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
$2,500
$1,450
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has a price of $2,500 and the LG Gram 16 costs $1,450.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Flow X13 to be very good for general use, while the LG Gram 16 is good.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Content Creation
8.2/10
7.8/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Flow X13 to be very good for content creation, while the LG Gram 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
8.0/10
7.9/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Flow X13 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.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
13.4in
SIZE
16.0in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 and LG Gram 16 both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS ROG Flow X13 and the LG Gram 16 compare to other laptops
"The Asus ROG Flow X13 is not an off-the-shelf convertible. This quickly becomes clear when you take a closer look at the technical specs. The AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS is a state-of-the-art SoC with 8 cores and 16 threads, which also makes the 2-in-1 interesting as a work device. With 32 GB of RAM and a 1 TB SSD, gamers are also well taken care of. The dedicated Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q fits well into the overall concept and ensures a solid 3D performance. With the eGPU dock, which is equipped with a GeForce RTX 3080, the small convertible transforms into a full-fledged desktop replacement in terms of performance."
"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 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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