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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell XPS 13 Plus is positioned as a premium device with a higher cost, offering a higher resolution OLED touchscreen and more memory for better multitasking and demanding applications. It's more suitable for intensive tasks such as engineering, 3D rendering, or machine learning but has an average battery life. On the other hand, the LG Gram 16 has a larger screen and exceptional battery life, making it ideal for extended use without charging but with less memory. While both use similar processors and integrated graphics suitable for general use, the LG Gram is lighter on the wallet and more portable due to its lighter weight and longer battery life, yet it may not handle intensive tasks as smoothly as the Dell. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell XPS 13 Plus
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Excellent portability
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the LG Gram 16
- Excellent battery life
Key differences
General Use
8.4
7.8
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
374.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
347.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
15.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
9.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Dell XPS 13 Plus is very good for general use, while the LG Gram 16 is good.
The Dell XPS 13 Plus excels in general use due to its higher RAM capacity, more vibrant OLED screen, and powerful CPU, which enhance multitasking, visual clarity, and overall performance, albeit with less battery life compared to the LG Gram 16. The LG Gram 16, while still sufficient for general use, offers longer battery endurance, a larger screen, and lower weight, making it exceptionally portable, though it sacrifices some performance and display quality found in the Dell XPS 13 Plus.
Engineering and Design
8.2
7.5
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell XPS 13 Plus is very good for engineering and design, while the LG Gram 16 is good.
The Dell XPS 13 Plus, with its higher RAM and CPU combination alongside a superior OLED screen, makes it very good for engineering and design use, where multitasking performance and display accuracy are key. In comparison, the LG Gram 16, while still offering a satisfactory performance for engineering with ample RAM and an efficient CPU, stands out for its portability and quiet operation, making it a favorable option for those prioritizing ease of transport and a noise-free environment.
Content Creation
8.3
7.8
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell XPS 13 Plus 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
8.4
7.3
13.4in
SIZE
16.0in
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
374.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
347.0 nits
The Dell XPS 13 Plus has a better screen than the LG Gram 16 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Dell XPS 13 Plus boasts superior resolution and brightness, making it excellent for general use and detailed engineering tasks where clarity and color precision matter. Its screen covers a wide array of color gamuts, beneficial for design work that demands color accuracy. However, the lower refresh rate makes it less suitable for gaming and 3D applications that rely on smooth visuals and rapid on-screen action.
Battery
10.0 Hours
15.0 Hours
The Dell XPS 13 Plus has 10 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
Excellent
Very Good
13.4in
SIZE
16.0in
2.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Dell XPS 13 Plus has excellent portability, while the LG Gram 16 has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
7.0
The Dell XPS 13 Plus has very good build quality, while the LG Gram 16 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,849
$1,450
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Dell XPS 13 Plus has a price of $1,849 and the LG Gram 16 costs $1,450.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.4
6.4
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
The Dell XPS 13 Plus and LG Gram 16 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell XPS 13 Plus is equipped with a higher quality OLED screen and is built with a more powerful GPU compared to the LG Gram 16, which makes it better suited for gaming and 3D applications that rely on these components. On the other hand, while the LG Gram 16 also has an adequate GPU for lighter gaming and 3D tasks, its IPS screen and the overall capabilities are more modest, hence it is less optimized for such intense visual tasks.
Software Development
8.3
7.9
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell XPS 13 Plus 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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How the Dell XPS 13 Plus and the LG Gram 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell XPS 13 Plus | LG Gram 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,849 | $1,450 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11.6'' x 7.8'' x 0.6'' | 14'' x 9.5'' x 0.66'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.71 lbs | 2.64 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.63" | 13.96" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 7.84" | 9.53" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1280P | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 15 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 55 Wh | 80 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.4" | 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 | 374 nits | 347 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.2/10 | 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 | 8.8/10 | 10/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 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 | 0 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Dell XPS 13 Plus
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Andreas Osthoff | July 2022
"The XPS 13 Plus is powerful, but has its drawbacks. Dell did not only update the processor generation, but also decided to offer two completely different models from now on. The XPS 13 Plus gets the faster Intel Alder Lake-P chips, and the Core i7-1260P in our review unit offers good performance figures. However, the device once again shows the problems of the current Intel CPUs, because the high performance requires a lot of power. This affects the battery runtime as well as temperatures, so the new model (even with the Optimized power profile) is louder than the older model."
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 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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