The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is a great choice if you want higher storage capacity and a secondary touchscreen for multitasking, but it's heavier and has shorter battery life compared to the LG Gram 16. The LG Gram 16 boasts a larger, higher-resolution main display, more RAM for improved performance, and exceptional battery life, which makes it highly portable and suited for longer use without charging. Both have similar prices and performance for general use, 3D/machine learning, and engineering tasks. Choose the ASUS for innovative dual-screen productivity or the LG for its lightweight design, superior display, and longevity on the go. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has no clear advantages over the LG Gram 16.
Advantages of the LG Gram 16
Good for engineering and design
Good overall display quality
Excellent battery life
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.1/10
7.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
314.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
347.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
15.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The LG Gram 16 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both good for general use, though the LG Gram 16 is somewhat better.
The LG Gram 16 offers greater portability due to its lighter weight and longer battery life, coupled with a larger, higher-resolution display which benefits screen quality; these features contribute to its good rating for general use. In contrast, while the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has a powerful CPU and enough RAM, it has a smaller, lower-resolution display and shorter battery life, making it only fair for general use despite its unique dual-screen feature and superior heat management.
Engineering and Design
6.6/10
7.5/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The LG Gram 16 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is equipped with a high-quality screen and a capable CPU, making it suitable for engineering and design tasks, but it is less portable due to its higher weight. The LG Gram 16 offers a larger, higher-resolution screen and more RAM for multitasking, and it is more portable thanks to its lighter weight, but it may not handle intensive GPU tasks as well as the ASUS due to similar integrated graphics capabilities.
Content Creation
7.3/10
7.8/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The LG Gram 16 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both good for content creation, though the LG Gram 16 is somewhat better.
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
7.0/10
7.9/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The LG Gram 16 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both good for software development, though the LG Gram 16 is somewhat better.
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
6.8/10
7.3/10
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
314.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
347.0 nits
The LG Gram 16 has a better screen than the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and LG Gram 16 both offer high resolution and brightness, with panels suitable for sharp and clear visibility, which is essential for general day-to-day tasks. For engineering and design, these laptops have wider color gamuts, ensuring accurate color reproduction crucial for precise and detailed work. However, both laptops aren't tailored for 3D gaming due to their lower refresh rates, which can result in less fluid motion and slower response times during fast-paced games or when manipulating complex 3D models.
Battery
8.5 Hours
15.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has 8.5 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
7.8/10
7.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and LG Gram 16 both have good build quality, though the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$999
$1,450
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has a price of $999 and the LG Gram 16 costs $1,450.
The LG Gram 16 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and LG Gram 16, both equipped with integrated Iris Xe graphics, provide enough power for casual gaming and 3D tasks, but don't expect top-tier gaming performance due to their shared GPU limitations and standard screen refresh rates of 60Hz. Although the Zenbook's dual-screen setup may be a unique feature for multitasking, the higher resolution of the LG Gram 16 can offer finer details, potentially making it a better candidate for users prioritizing screen quality in their visual tasks.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The LG Gram 16 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and the LG Gram 16 compare to other laptops
"The Asus ZenBook Duo's second screen is like the Apple Touch Bar, but better. Most would agree that having two screens instead of one can really boost productivity and the ZenBook Duo is no different in this regard. It's tough going back to just one screen after becoming accustomed to spacious dual-screen setups. For a laptop form factor, however, users will have to accept some compromises. Firstly, weight is the most obvious drawback as the system is several hundred grams heavier than a regular ZenBook 14. Additionally, colors on the second screen will not be as vivid as the main display."
"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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