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Updated January 10, 2024·
Choosing between the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and the LG Gram 17 depends on your priorities. If portability is crucial and you prefer a smaller, lighter option with a slightly longer battery life, the LG Gram 17 is the better choice despite being more expensive, and it's equipped with a larger screen which is great for multitasking. However, the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is more suited for general use and performs better for engineering tasks. It's also less expensive but heavier, with a shorter battery life than the LG Gram 17. Both have similar graphics capabilities, making them not ideal for intensive gaming but capable for moderate 3D and machine learning tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus
- 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
- Good speakers
Key differences
General Use
7.9
8.5
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
326.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
353.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
The LG Gram 17 is very good for general use, while the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is good.
The LG Gram 17 outperforms the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus for general use, largely because it offers superior screen quality with higher resolution and brightness, more RAM and storage for smoother multitasking and more data, and an impressively longer battery life despite having a larger screen. Additionally, the LG Gram 17 is lighter and thus more portable than the Dell, despite its larger display, which makes it more appealing for those frequently on the move, though it does come with a higher price tag.
Content Creation
7.9
8.4
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The LG Gram 17 is very good for content creation, while the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 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
7.0
7.4
14.0in
SIZE
17.0in
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
326.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
353.0 nits
The LG Gram 17 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus for general use, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and LG Gram 17 both have displays with adequate resolution and brightness, making them suitable for everyday tasks like browsing and watching videos, appealing directly to general users. For engineering and design, these laptops offer high color accuracy, covering a wider range of colors that professionals need for precision work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, their lower refresh rates can lead to less fluid motion, making them less ideal for these fast-paced activities where smooth visuals are crucial.
Battery
6.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 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.
Cost
$1,200
$2,100
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus has a price of $1,200 and the LG Gram 17 costs $2,100.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.6
6.5
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2240 x 1400
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 Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and LG Gram 17 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and the LG Gram 17 are both suitable for gaming and 3D tasks, primarily because they come equipped with the Intel Iris Xe GPU and have similar screen refresh rates. While the Dell offers a solid processor with the Intel i7-12700H, the LG Gram steps up with a larger screen size and slightly higher screen pixel density for an enhanced visual experience.
Engineering and Design
7.8
8.0
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 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 Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is good.
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is equipped with a high-performing CPU and a solid amount of RAM, making it suitable for demanding engineering tasks, but it has a smaller screen which, while offering good quality, has less real estate than larger displays. The LG Gram 17, on the other hand, not only has a large, high-quality screen that is beneficial for design work, but also doubles the storage and RAM of the Dell, providing ample space and memory for complex projects, though it is lighter and thus more portable despite its larger size.
Software Development
7.7
8.2
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers LG Gram 17 to be very good for software development, while the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 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.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
17.0in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Inspiron 14 Plus to have very good portability, while the LG Gram 17 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
7.0
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and LG Gram 17 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 Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and the LG Gram 17 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 14 Plus | LG Gram 17 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,200 | $2,100 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2022 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 9'' x 0.7'' | 14.9'' x 10.2'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.7 lbs | 2.98 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 14.91" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.96" | 10.19" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 2048 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 11 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 64 Wh | 80 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 17" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2240 x 1400 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 326 nits | 353 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.1/10 | 8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Dell Inspiron 14 Plus
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Allen Ngo | August 2022
"The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is for power users on a budget. If you're looking to maximize CPU and GPU performance on your next 14-inch laptop, then consider the pricier Razer Blade 14 or Asus Zephyrus G14. If you're looking for a thin-and-light 14-inch Ultrabook, then the Asus Zenbook 14 or LG Gram 14 may be better options. For the best of both worlds, however, the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7420 rides a fine line between extreme performance and portability while keeping prices at reasonable levels. Frequent travelers who rely on performance beyond what the Core U-series and integrated graphics series can offer will find the Dell to be a solid solution."
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 Dell
Dell is a highly recognizable American technology company, and is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. Their laptops are very popular for both personal and professional use, and they also own the Alienware brand which makes mid to high end gaming laptops. Their premium XPS range of laptops offer great build quality and portability, while Latitude and Precision laptops are known for reliability, repairability and performance for business users.
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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