The LG Gram 17 offers significantly more storage, more RAM, and a higher resolution with larger screen size which may provide a better experience for tasks such as video editing or multitasking with multiple windows. It also has a longer battery life and a lighter build which increases its portability despite its larger screen. On the other hand, the ASUS Vivobook 15X is generally less expensive and still provides sufficient performance for everyday use, with decent battery life and a portable design. If you prioritize performance for engineering tasks or work that involves graphics, the LG Gram 17 might justify the additional expense. However, if you are looking for value for money and do not need the extra features, the ASUS Vivobook 15X may be a better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 15X
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has no clear advantages over the LG Gram 17.
Advantages of the LG Gram 17
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Very good battery life
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.1/10
8.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
353.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
The LG Gram 17 is very good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X is good.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has lesser RAM and a less powerful CPU than the LG Gram 17, which may affect multitasking and performance for demanding applications. Moreover, the LG Gram 17 not only offers a higher-resolution and brighter display which contributes to better screen quality, but also excels in portability and battery life, making it well-suited for users who prioritize mobility and longer usage times.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
6.5/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The LG Gram 17 and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the LG Gram 17 is somewhat better.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has a less powerful AMD GPU which is fair for gaming and 3D applications, whereas the LG Gram 17 features a better Intel Iris Xe GPU, making it better suited for these tasks. Both laptops have IPS displays with a 60Hz refresh rate, but the LG Gram 17's higher screen resolution contributes to its better performance in gaming and 3D.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
8.0/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The LG Gram 17 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X is only fair.
The LG Gram 17 offers better performance for engineering and design tasks due to its higher RAM capacity, more advanced CPU, superior integrated graphics, and a larger, higher-resolution screen with better color accuracy, which is essential for detailed design work. In contrast, the ASUS Vivobook 15X, while still capable, has less RAM, a less powerful CPU, lesser GPU capabilities, and a smaller, lower-resolution screen which might not be as adequate for intensive design tasks or when running complex engineering software.
Content Creation
7.1/10
8.4/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The LG Gram 17 is very good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X 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
6.9/10
8.2/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The LG Gram 17 is very good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X is only fair.
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
6.2/10
7.4/10
15.6in
SIZE
17.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
353.0 nits
The LG Gram 17 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 15X for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the LG Gram 17's higher resolution and brightness offer a clearer and more vibrant display, enhancing everyday activities like browsing and watching videos. Engineers and designers will appreciate the LG Gram 17's wider color gamuts, ensuring more accurate color representation for tasks such as photo editing and CAD work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the refresh rate is crucial for smooth visuals, and both laptops fall short, but the LG Gram 17's better resolution and panel type don't compensate enough for the lack of a high refresh rate.
Battery
8.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has 8 hours of battery life. The LG Gram 17 has 11 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.
Cost
$525
$1,699
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has a price of $525 and the LG Gram 17 costs $1,699.
"All in all, my day on the Vivobook had its ups and downs. It is a really pretty and well-built device, and it had all of the functionality I needed to get me through my browser-based workload. But the speakers weren’t my favorite, and the battery life was just too short."
"The LG Gram 17 is a light office laptop with a large display and great battery life. The newest incarnation of the Gram 17 can be classified as a model update. LG uses the predecessor's compact, light magnesium case along with an identical port configuration (including 2x Thunderbolt 4) and keyboard. Changes can be found in the hardware. With the Gram 17 (2022), LG offers a light (approx. 1,350 g), mobile work device - and finally with a matte display."
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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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