The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16, being more expensive, offers superior performance suitable for intensive tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering due to its high-end processor and advanced graphics card, making it also suitable for gaming. However, it is heavier and has a shorter battery life which affects portability. In contrast, the LG Ultra 13 is more affordable with good general performance, much longer battery life, and is significantly lighter, enhancing its portability. It's well-suited for everyday tasks and business use but may struggle with demanding applications and games due to the integrated graphics. Choose the ASUS for performance-intense tasks and gaming, while the LG for cost efficiency, mobility, and general use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Excellent overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the LG Ultra 13
Excellent portability
Very good battery life
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.9/10
7.2/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
627.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
4.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 and LG Ultra 13 are both good for general use, though the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is somewhat better.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16, with its powerful Intel i9 processor and dedicated Nvidia graphics, excels in CPU and graphics performance, making it suitable for general use that may include more demanding tasks, but has a shorter battery life which impacts its portability. On the other hand, the LG Ultra 13 provides a balance with its efficient AMD Ryzen 7 processor, adequate RAM, and better battery life for extended use, boasting superior portability due to its lighter weight and compact design, though it might not handle intensive tasks as well as the ASUS.
Gaming and AI
8.5/10
6.1/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is very good for gaming and AI, while the LG Ultra 13 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is better suited for gaming and 3D due to its powerful Nvidia RTX 4070 graphics card and high screen refresh rate of 240Hz, which ensures smoother visuals and enhanced gaming performance. In contrast, the LG Ultra 13's integrated AMD Vega 7 graphics and standard 60Hz refresh rate provide a fair experience, sufficient for less demanding gaming and 3D applications but not optimized for high-end graphics and fast-paced games.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
6.6/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.7/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is very good for engineering and design, while the LG Ultra 13 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 excels in engineering and design due to its powerful Intel i9 processor, high-end Nvidia RTX GPU, and larger, high-resolution display, which are superior to the LG Ultra 13's less powerful AMD Ryzen 7 processor with integrated graphics and a smaller full HD screen. While the LG Ultra 13 is more portable and may have a longer battery life, the tradeoff for the ASUS's performance is a heavier build and potentially shorter battery usage per charge.
Content Creation
8.2/10
7.2/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is very good for content creation, while the LG Ultra 13 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.
Screen Quality
9.0/10
6.9/10
16.0in
SIZE
13.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
627.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has a better screen than the LG Ultra 13 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16, with its high resolution and brightness, provides a crisp and vivid display, making it suitable for general tasks and detailed engineering work where color accuracy is critical. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the lower refresh rate may not deliver as smooth an experience as dedicated gaming laptops. In contrast, the LG Ultra 13 offers adequate resolution and color fidelity for general use and engineering, but similarly to the ASUS, its modest refresh rate limits its aptness for the fluid motion demanded in gaming and 3D content creation.
Battery
4.5 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has 4.5 hours of battery life. The LG Ultra 13 has 10 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
Excellent
16.0in
SIZE
13.3in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
2.1 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The LG Ultra 13 has excellent portability, while the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
7.4/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has very good build quality, while the LG Ultra 13 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,059
$529
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has a price of $2,059 and the LG Ultra 13 costs $529.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 and LG Ultra 13 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 ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 and the LG Ultra 13 compare to other laptops
"The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is not yet as optimised as its predecessor. Compared to the previous gen, performance and efficiency have improved significantly. What's more, the wonderful, Mini-LED Nebula display is a contender for the main highlight and almost manages to put the CPU and GPU in the shade. We already found its predecessor to be a well-rounded and well-optimised gaming machine. Generally, but not unequivocally, that also applies to the new Asus M16. Similar to most of the current, new laptops, we are dealing with a double generational leap in terms of the CPU and GPU. However, this change doesn't always run smoothly."
"The 13.3-inch LG Gram is a fine fit if you need to travel as light as possible for as long as possible without spending a fortune to do it. It might not be particularly sturdy or have an eye-catching design and its webcam is less than ideal, but with its sharp touch display, comfortable backlit keyboard, responsive touchpad and a fingerprint reader for extra security, the Gram makes a respectible everyday laptop for business or school work."
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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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