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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is a higher-end option with a robust build, suitable for gaming and intensive tasks due to its powerful processor and advanced graphics card. Its larger screen and higher refresh rate will enhance gaming and video experiences, but it is less portable because of its size and weight. On the other hand, the LG Ultra 13 is more affordable and lightweight, making it highly portable, with a long battery life, but less powerful in terms of performance. It's more suited for general use or work on-the-go. Consider the ASUS if you need a laptop for performance-heavy tasks and gaming, and the LG if portability and price are your priorities. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming F15
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
Advantages of the LG Ultra 13
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.0
6.1
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is very good for gaming and AI, while the LG Ultra 13 is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is superior for gaming and 3D tasks primarily because it has a dedicated Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU and a higher screen refresh rate of 144Hz, which offers smoother visuals and better graphics performance compared to the integrated AMD Vega 7 graphics and 60Hz screen refresh rate of the LG Ultra 13. Additionally, the ASUS's gaming-centric CPU and screen quality are more suited to demanding tasks, whereas the LG's lighter weight and smaller screen are geared more towards general use and portability.
Engineering and Design
8.2
6.6
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.7/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is very good for engineering and design, while the LG Ultra 13 is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 boasts a stronger CPU and GPU, crucial for demanding engineering and design software, plus a quality screen ideal for visual tasks, while tradeoffs include its lower portability and louder operating noise. Conversely, the LG Ultra 13, while extremely portable and quieter, falls short in performance due to a less powerful CPU and GPU, and a lower quality screen, making it less suitable for intensive engineering and design tasks.
Screen Quality
6.9
6.9
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
257.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has a better screen than the LG Ultra 13 for gaming and AI, and content creation, while the LG Ultra 13 has a better screen for engineering and design.
For general use, both the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 and the LG Ultra 13 have displays that offer pleasing resolution and adequate brightness, making text and images clear and comfortable to view. Engineering and design professionals would appreciate the LG Ultra 13's display more because it likely reproduces a wider range of colors, crucial for accuracy in visual projects. However, gamers and those into 3D applications may find the ASUS screen lacking because a high refresh rate, essential for smooth motion and gameplay, isn't a strong point of the display compared to specialized gaming laptops.
Battery
5.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has 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
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
2.1 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The LG Ultra 13 has excellent portability, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,399
$529
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has a price of $1,399 and the LG Ultra 13 costs $529.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
7.2
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
257.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
5.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 and LG Ultra 13 are both good for general use.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is designed with a powerful Intel CPU and ample RAM which suits a variety of applications, and its larger screen with good color coverage makes it suitable for general use where visual detail is appreciated. The LG Ultra 13, meanwhile, offers a balance with a capable AMD CPU and an equally robust amount of RAM, while its lighter weight and long battery life enhance portability, making it an excellent choice for on-the-go use with sufficient performance for everyday tasks.
Content Creation
7.7
7.2
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 and LG Ultra 13 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
7.3
7.2
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 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.
Build Quality
7.2
7.4
The LG Ultra 13 and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 and the LG Ultra 13 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS TUF Gaming F15 | LG Ultra 13 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,399 | $529 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | January 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 9.9'' x 0.93'' | 12.1'' x 8.1'' x 0.6'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.85 lbs | 2.16 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 12.08" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 8.14" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | AMD Ryzen 7 4700U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 51 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 257 nits | 300 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.1/10 | 9.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.8/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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ASUS TUF Gaming F15
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Allen Ngo | March 2022
"Aside from all the chassis updates, the new TUF Gaming is most notable for its much higher TGP target of 140 W compared to only 95 W on the previous generation. PC makers everywhere are using the same GeForce GPUs this year since Nvidia has yet to launch the successor to the mobile RTX 3000 series. The more demanding processors of the new TUF Gaming has directly impacted battery life and the size of the AC adapter. Don't expect runtimes to be longer than on the previous generation under most conditions and be prepared to carry around an even larger AC adapter than before."
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Joshua Goldman | April 2017
"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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