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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X offers superior performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering tasks thanks to a more powerful processor and GPU, making it ideal for intensive tasks. However, it is heavier and has a shorter battery life than the LG Gram 16. In contrast, the LG Gram 16 is significantly lighter and boasts longer battery life, making it highly portable and a great choice for general use and travel. It sacrifices performance in more demanding applications due to a less powerful GPU. Both offer high-quality screens and keyboards, but the ASUS is more expensive, reflecting its higher performance capabilities. If cost and portability are critical for you, consider the LG Gram 16; for higher performance demands, the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X may be the better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Best in class speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the LG Gram 16
- Very good portability
- Excellent battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.5
6.4
6.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is good for gaming and AI, while the LG Gram 16 is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is equipped with a more powerful dedicated Nvidia RTX 3060 graphics card, making it better suited for gaming and 3D applications than the LG Gram 16, which relies on the integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics that's less powerful.
Engineering and Design
8.6
7.5
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
6.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for engineering and design, while the LG Gram 16 is good.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X, with its Intel i7 CPU, Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU, and high-resolution OLED screen, provides robust performance for demanding engineering and design tasks, but it's less portable due to its weight and average battery life.
Content Creation
8.5
7.8
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for content creation, while the LG Gram 16 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
8.3
7.3
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
354.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
347.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has a better screen than the LG Gram 16 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X excels in screen quality for general use and engineering with a high-resolution display that offers crisp images and vibrant colors due to a wide color gamut, ensuring precise color representation for professional design work. However, its lower refresh rate makes it less optimal for gaming and 3D applications, which rely on fast refresh rates for smooth visuals and responsive gameplay. The LG Gram 16, with a similarly good resolution and color accuracy, provides a pleasing experience for both general use and design tasks, but likewise falls short for gaming and 3D content due to its average refresh rate.
Battery
7.0 Hours
15.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has 7 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.
Portability
Good
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
5.2 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The LG Gram 16 has very good portability, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.6
7.0
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and LG Gram 16 both have good build quality, though the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,300
$1,450
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has a price of $1,300 and the LG Gram 16 costs $1,450.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.3
7.8
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
354.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
347.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
15.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X to be very good for general use, while the LG Gram 16 is good.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X stands out for general use thanks to its higher-resolution OLED screen which enhances visual clarity and color depth, whereas the LG Gram 16, with its practical IPS display, boasts a significantly longer battery life and lighter build for increased portability.
Software Development
8.2
7.9
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X to be very good for software development, while the LG Gram 16 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.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X | LG Gram 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,300 | $1,450 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2022 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.7'' | 14'' x 9.5'' x 0.66'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.29 lbs | 2.64 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.98" | 13.96" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 9.53" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 15 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 96 Wh | 80 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2400 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 354 nits | 347 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 10/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | 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 Pro 16X
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Marc Herter, Alex Wätzel | November 2023
"The new Zenbook Pro 16X is more powerful, quieter and doesn't need to shy away from dedicated workstations and gamers. It is also comparatively compact, and our test device is the best Zenbook that we've reviewed so far. It seems equally suitable for content creators and gamers or anyone looking for a very powerful laptop that is still slim."
LG Gram 16
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Florian Glaser | January 2023
"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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