The HP 15" Laptop is significantly less expensive than the LG Gram 17 but has a smaller screen, less powerful processor, less storage, and lower RAM, affecting performance, particularly for intensive tasks like 3D modeling, machine learning, or engineering work. Conversely, the LG Gram 17 is priced higher, but with a larger, sharper screen, more powerful processor, and more RAM offering better performance for demanding applications, it also boasts a longer battery life and is lighter, enhancing portability. If budget is a concern and usage is centered around general tasks, the HP 15" could suffice. If you require better performance, longer battery life, and a larger display for professional or creative work, the LG Gram 17 is the more suitable investment. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP 15" Laptop
The HP 15" Laptop has no clear advantages over the LG Gram 17.
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
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Very good battery life
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.7/10
8.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
353.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
The LG Gram 17 is very good for general use, while the HP 15" Laptop is only fair.
The LG Gram 17 excels in general use due to its more powerful i7 processor, significantly larger RAM for multitasking, higher-resolution and brighter screen, and longer battery life, along with being lighter, which enhances portability. In comparison, the HP 15" Laptop offers a modest i3 processor and less RAM, which may suffice for less demanding tasks, comes with a lower quality screen, and has a shorter battery life, but it's heavier, making it less portable than the LG Gram 17.
Gaming and AI
5.9/10
6.5/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The LG Gram 17 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the HP 15" Laptop is poor.
The LG Gram 17 is better suited for gaming and 3D than the HP 15" Laptop because it features a more advanced Iris Xe GPU which tends to deliver better graphical performance, and although both have the same screen refresh rate, the LG's superior screen quality in terms of resolution can enhance gaming and 3D experiences.
Engineering and Design
6.2/10
8.0/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The LG Gram 17 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP 15" Laptop is only fair.
The LG Gram 17 offers superior engineering and design capabilities with its more powerful Intel i7 processor, abundant RAM, and high-quality GPU, providing smoother multitasking and complex processing, along with a larger, higher resolution, and more colorful display for better visual work. In contrast, the HP 15" Laptop, while more portable, has a more modest Intel i3 processor, less RAM, and a lower-tier integrated GPU, which makes it less suitable for demanding engineering software and less vibrant screen for design work.
Content Creation
6.9/10
8.4/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The LG Gram 17 is very good for content creation, while the HP 15" Laptop is only fair.
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
6.7/10
8.2/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The LG Gram 17 is very good for software development, while the HP 15" Laptop 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
6.3/10
7.4/10
15.6in
SIZE
17.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
353.0 nits
The LG Gram 17 has a better screen than the HP 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The HP 15" laptop's screen may not be very bright or sharp, which is adequate for tasks like browsing or office applications but falls short for precision work needed in engineering or the vivid visuals required in gaming. Conversely, the LG Gram 17 offers a larger, sharper, and brighter display enhancing the experience for both general use and intricate design work, though its color range might not be the widest, it's sufficient for most professional tasks. However, both laptops lack high refresh rates which are crucial for smooth gameplay and 3D rendering, making them less ideal for gamers or professionals in animation.
Battery
6.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The HP 15" Laptop 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.
Build Quality
6.0/10
7.0/10
The LG Gram 17 has good build quality, while the HP 15" Laptop has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$378
$1,699
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The HP 15" Laptop has a price of $378 and the LG Gram 17 costs $1,699.
"Chances are high that the HP 15 is one of the first laptops to pop up when you search for an inexpensive notebook. Indeed, its price tag is very tempting for many, and of course, this is the reason for its popularity. However, the HP 15" suffers from poor performance due to low power consumption. On the bright side, one of the good things about it is the port selection. On the inside, this includes two SODIMM slots for memory, an M.2 PCIe x4 slot for storage, and a SATA drive bay. However, the TN panel, and mediocre input devices are not ideal."
"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 HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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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