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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Gigabyte G5 is less expensive and offers better performance for 3D, machine learning, and engineering tasks due to the Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU, making it suitable for gaming and intense graphical tasks. However, it is heavier and has shorter battery life, which affects portability. The LG Gram 16, while more expensive, has a lighter build, longer battery life, and higher screen resolution, which enhances portability and makes it good for general use and professional settings. Its performance for heavy tasks is decent but not as strong as the G5. If you prioritize gaming or performance-intensive tasks, the G5 is a better fit; if you value lightweight, portability, and battery life, the LG Gram 16 is preferable. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte G5
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the LG Gram 16
- Good for software development
- Good overall display quality
- Very good portability
- Excellent battery life
Key differences
General Use
7.1
7.8
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
248.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
347.0 nits
3.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
15.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The LG Gram 16 and Gigabyte G5 are both good for general use, though the LG Gram 16 is somewhat better.
The LG Gram 16 stands out for general use with its superior screen quality, having a higher resolution and better color coverage, and its lightweight design coupled with an excellent battery life enhances its portability. In contrast, the Gigabyte G5, while offering decent screen quality and a capable CPU, is heavier and has a shorter battery life, which makes it less ideal for users needing mobility and extended use away from power outlets.
Gaming and AI
7.3
6.4
7.5/10
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 G5 is good for gaming and AI, while the LG Gram 16 is only fair.
The Gigabyte G5 has a more powerful GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, making it well-suited for the demands of gaming and 3D applications where smooth and detailed visuals are crucial. In comparison, the LG Gram 16 offers moderate performance with an emphasis on a quality screen and efficient CPU, making it more fitting for casual gaming and less resource-intensive 3D tasks, with the added benefit of being lightweight and having longer battery life for general use.
Content Creation
7.2
7.8
8.5/10
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 Gigabyte G5 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
6.8
7.9
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.0 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 is good for software development, while the Gigabyte G5 is only fair.
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
7.3
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
248.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
347.0 nits
The Gigabyte G5 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.
The Gigabyte G5, with its fair screen quality, offers average resolution, brightness, and panel type adequate for everyday tasks but lacks the richer color gamuts required for precision in engineering and design, while its lower refresh rate limits the smoothness necessary for immersive 3D gaming experiences. On the other hand, the LG Gram 16, with its good screen quality, provides higher resolution and brightness, which enhance the viewing and usability for both general computing and detailed design work, albeit still falling short for gaming due to a refresh rate not optimized for fast-paced visuals. For those prioritizing mobility, the LG Gram 16's lighter weight and longer battery life make it a more suitable companion for users needing on-the-go performance without heavy gaming requirements.
Battery
3.5 Hours
15.0 Hours
The Gigabyte G5 has 3.5 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
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The LG Gram 16 has very good portability, while the Gigabyte G5 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$918
$1,176
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The Gigabyte G5 has a price of $918 and the LG Gram 16 costs $1,176.
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Key similarities
Engineering and Design
7.6
7.5
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
7.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte G5 and LG Gram 16 are both good for engineering and design.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Build Quality
7.2
7.0
The Gigabyte G5 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 G5 and the LG Gram 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Gigabyte G5 | LG Gram 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$918 | $1,176 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.4'' x 0.89'' | 14'' x 9.5'' x 0.66'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.19 lbs | 2.64 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.2" | 13.96" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.4" | 9.53" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-12500H | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 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 | 3.5 Hours | 15 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 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 | 248 nits | 347 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 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 | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Gigabyte G5
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Vaidyanathan Subramaniam | April 2023
"The Gigabyte G5 KE is a midrange gaming laptop that checks most boxes. Gigabyte makes good use of the Core i5-12500H and RTX 3060 Laptop GPU combo, and we find no untoward issues with overall performance. The dual-fan quad-heatpipe cooling arrangement does well to ensure that the underlying hardware doesn't throttle under load. That being said, the display is below par when compared to 2023 standards, especially when competing devices."
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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