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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Gigabyte A5 comes at a lower mid-range price and offers better 3D, machine learning, and gaming performance due to its AMD Ryzen 5 5600H processor and Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU. However, it's heavier and has a shorter battery life. The LG Gram 16, also positioned at a lower mid-range price, excels in portability thanks to its light weight and long battery life, plus it sports a higher-resolution screen. Its performance for general and engineering use is sufficient, backed by an Intel i7-1260P and integrated Iris Xe graphics, but it won't match the A5 for graphics-intensive tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte A5
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the LG Gram 16
- Very good portability
- Excellent battery life
Key differences
General Use
7.3
7.8
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
281.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
347.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
15.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The LG Gram 16 and Gigabyte A5 are both good for general use, though the LG Gram 16 is somewhat better.
The Gigabyte A5's AMD Ryzen CPU and dedicated Nvidia RTX 3060 graphics make it a solid performer for general use, complemented by ample RAM and a good-quality screen; however, its portability and battery life are less impressive, making it better suited for stationary use. On the other hand, the LG Gram 16 shines in portability with its light weight and long battery life, and though it features an efficient Intel CPU and sufficient RAM, its integrated graphics are less powerful, trading off some performance for exceptional portability and screen quality.
Gaming and AI
7.1
6.4
7.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
The Gigabyte A5 is good for gaming and AI, while the LG Gram 16 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Content Creation
7.3
7.8
6.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The LG Gram 16 and Gigabyte A5 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
7.9
6.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The LG Gram 16 and Gigabyte A5 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
7.2
7.3
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
281.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
347.0 nits
The Gigabyte A5 has a better screen than the LG Gram 16 for gaming and AI, while the LG Gram 16 has a better screen for general use, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
Both the Gigabyte A5 and LG Gram 16 have screens that offer clear, sharp visuals and suitable brightness for everyday tasks and professional applications like CAD or graphic design, thanks to their resolution and panel technology. Their color accuracy covers a spectrum that's appreciated in engineering and design, ensuring that colors in projects are reproduced faithfully. However, for gaming and 3D applications where the fluidity of motion is crucial, their screens may not refresh as quickly as desired, leading to less smooth transitions and potentially impacting the gaming or 3D experience.
Battery
6.5 Hours
15.0 Hours
The Gigabyte A5 has 6.5 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.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The LG Gram 16 has very good portability, while the Gigabyte A5 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$830
$1,450
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Gigabyte A5 has a price of $830 and the LG Gram 16 costs $1,450.
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Key similarities
Engineering and Design
7.3
7.5
6.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
7.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The LG Gram 16 and Gigabyte A5 are both good for engineering and design.
The Gigabyte A5 with its AMD Ryzen 5 processor and Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU offers strong performance for engineering and design applications that require graphical processing and computing power, balanced by its decent screen quality but compromises on portability and battery life. The LG Gram 16, on the other hand, provides a lightweight and highly portable option with an Intel i7 processor and Iris Xe graphics, which are suitable for less demanding engineering tasks, and steps ahead with its superior screen resolution and color accuracy for detailed design work, albeit with less raw performance power compared to the Gigabyte.
Build Quality
7.2
7.0
The Gigabyte A5 and LG Gram 16 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 Gigabyte A5 and the LG Gram 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Gigabyte A5 | LG Gram 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$830 | $1,450 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2022 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 10.2'' x 1'' | 14'' x 9.5'' x 0.66'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.68 lbs | 2.64 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.21" | 13.96" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.15" | 9.53" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 5600H | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6.5 Hours | 15 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 49 Wh | 80 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 281 nits | 347 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 10/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
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 | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Gigabyte A5
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Florian Glaser | September 2022
"Ignoring price, the Gigabyte A5 has a hard time against the similarly fast competition. Besides the loud noise in 3D mode (performance mode), the high temperature development of the components should be mentioned on the downside. Despite the relatively thick case, the laptop gets very warm and loud under load, which does not exactly speak for the cooling system. The plastic surfaces look rather cheap and also tend to rattle. In most other disciplines - be it the input devices, the screen, the connectivity or the battery runtime - the Gigabyte laptop does not stand out from the crowd, neither positively nor negatively. However, those who primarily pay attention to the price-performance ratio will get a pretty good offer with the Gigabyte A5."
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 Gigabyte
Gigabyte is a Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer. While Gigabyte mainly focuses its business on desktop hardware, Gigabyte is known for its value-oriented G series laptops, thin and light Aero series, and performance-oriented Aorus series. Gigabyte laptops offer a strong value proposition to compete with mainstream alternatives.
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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