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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is less expensive and offers a high-resolution OLED display, which is great for vibrant colors and deep blacks, making it ideal for multimedia use. However, its smaller 14-inch screen and less powerful i5 processor might not be suited for demanding tasks like video editing or 3D modeling. On the other hand, the LG Gram 17 features a larger 17-inch screen, providing a more expansive workspace, and it has a more powerful i7 processor, which could better handle intensive tasks. The LG also has a longer battery life, making it suitable for extended use away from a power source. If portability is a concern, the ASUS is lighter and more compact, while the LG Gram is still lightweight for its size. Choose the ASUS for a more affordable, portable option with an impressive display, or the LG Gram for a larger screen, better performance in demanding applications, and longer battery life. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good portability
- Very good keyboard
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
- Very good battery life
Key differences
General Use
7.5
8.5
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
376.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
353.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
The LG Gram 17 is very good for general use, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is good.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is equipped with a high-resolution OLED touchscreen, excellent for vibrant visuals and has a solid CPU and RAM for smooth performance in general tasks, though its portability is slightly less due to its weight and its battery life is shorter compared to the LG Gram 17.
Content Creation
7.6
8.4
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The LG Gram 17 is very good for content creation, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED 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
7.5
8.2
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The LG Gram 17 is very good for software development, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED 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
8.6
7.4
14.0in
SIZE
17.0in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
376.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
353.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has a better screen than the LG Gram 17 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the LG Gram 17 has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED boasts a high-resolution OLED display that ensures vibrant colors and deep blacks, making it excellent for tasks that require color accuracy like photo editing and CAD design; however, its typical refresh rate limits its appeal for high-speed gaming or 3D rendering. On the other hand, the LG Gram 17, while having a good display for everyday tasks and a large screen for multitasking and precision work, also falls short for gaming due to its standard refresh rate, even though its screen offers ample space for design work. Both laptops prioritize display characteristics that align with productivity and professional work over the high refresh rates required for smoother gaming and 3D experiences.
Battery
6.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has 6 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.
Build Quality
7.8
7.0
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and LG Gram 17 both have good build quality, though the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$575
$1,699
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has a price of $575 and the LG Gram 17 costs $1,699.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.5
6.5
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The LG Gram 17 and ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has a higher screen refresh rate which benefits smoothness in gaming and 3D applications, but the LG Gram 17, with a more powerful CPU and a larger screen, offers improved performance and a more immersive experience although at a lower refresh rate.
Engineering and Design
7.7
8.0
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers LG Gram 17 to be very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is good.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED, with its high-resolution OLED touchscreen and competent CPU and GPU combination, makes it ideal for detailed engineering and design work that demands accurate color representation and processing power. Meanwhile, the LG Gram 17 offers a larger screen for extensive workspaces, significantly more RAM for multitaskers, and a powerful CPU, wrapped in a lightweight chassis that enhances portability for professionals on the move.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
17.0in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED to have very good portability, while the LG Gram 17 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED | LG Gram 17 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$575 | $1,699 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 8.9'' x 0.67'' | 14.9'' x 10.2'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.44 lbs | 2.98 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.67" | 14.91" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.88" | 10.19" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-13500H | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 2048 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 11 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 70 Wh | 80 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 17" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 376 nits | 353 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.3/10 | 8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED
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Matthew Buzzi | September 2023
"While one of the more budget-friendly configurations of the Asus Zenbook 14X OLED may make a compelling case as a top value pick, it’s difficult to be disappointed with the more expensive model we reviewed here. At its core, for all models, it’s a luxury-built laptop with extreme portability and a gorgeous OLED display. Our unit rocks with a snappy Core i9 processor for getting real work done, and the discrete GPU—even if it has a clear power ceiling—is a bonus for creative pros."
LG Gram 17
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Sascha Mölck | August 2022
"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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