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Updated January 10, 2024·
The HP 17" Laptop offers more screen space which is beneficial for multitasking and viewing content, but this also makes it less portable than the LG Ultra 13. The LG has a better battery life, which means it can last longer on a single charge, making it more suitable for those on the go. Both laptops have similar performance for general use, however, the HP has slightly better capabilities for tasks like engineering with its slightly more powerful processor and graphics. If portability and longer battery life are your priorities, consider the LG Ultra 13, whereas if you prefer a larger screen and slightly improved performance for demanding tasks, the HP 17" might be the better option. Both are similarly priced and should handle general use and some specialized tasks well. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP 17" Laptop
- The HP 17" Laptop has no clear advantages over the LG Ultra 13.
Advantages of the LG Ultra 13
- Good overall build quality
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
- Good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.6
6.9
17.3in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
287.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The LG Ultra 13 has a better screen than the HP 17" Laptop for general use, and engineering and design.
If you prioritize a large screen and fair image quality for tasks like browsing or document editing, the HP's 17" display offers size and adequate resolution. However, professionals in engineering and design may find the LG Ultra 13's superior color accuracy more beneficial for precise work. Additionally, neither laptop is optimal for 3D applications or gaming due to poor refresh rates, despite the LG's better resolution and panel quality which provide a sharper and more vibrant viewing experience for other uses.
Battery
5.5 Hours
10.0 Hours
The HP 17" Laptop has 5.5 hours of battery life. The LG Ultra 13 has 10 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
Excellent
17.3in
SIZE
13.3in
4.5 lbs
WEIGHT
2.1 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The LG Ultra 13 has excellent portability, while the HP 17" Laptop has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.0
7.4
The LG Ultra 13 has good build quality, while the HP 17" Laptop has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.3
7.2
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
287.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The HP 17" Laptop and LG Ultra 13 are both good for general use.
The HP 17" Laptop is well-suited for general use with its larger screen and numeric keyboard, favoring users in need of comfortable viewing and extensive data entry, but this comes at the cost of portability and battery life. The LG Ultra 13, on the other hand, offers a more portable form factor and longer battery life which makes it preferable for users on the go, even though it has a smaller screen and potentially less convenient data handling without a numeric keypad.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.1
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The HP 17" Laptop and LG Ultra 13 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The HP 17" Laptop may offer better gaming and 3D capabilities because it has a slightly stronger GPU compared to the LG Ultra 13, providing it with a small edge in graphical processing power, which is crucial for such tasks. However, both laptops have the same screen refresh rate, which limits their performance in fast-paced gaming scenarios, and they possess good, but not exceptional, CPUs and screen quality that are adequate but may not deliver top-tier gaming or 3D experiences.
Engineering and Design
6.8
6.6
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.7/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP 17" Laptop and LG Ultra 13 are both only fair for engineering and design.
The HP 17" Laptop is equipped with a more powerful processor and integrated graphics suitable for demanding engineering and design tasks, along with a larger, high-quality screen that benefits detailed work but is less portable due to its size and weight. In contrast, the LG Ultra 13 offers greater portability thanks to its smaller size and lighter weight, along with a good screen and adequate processing power, but it may fall short in handling more intensive engineering applications due to its older, less powerful hardware.
Content Creation
7.2
7.2
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The LG Ultra 13 and HP 17" Laptop are both good for content creation.
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
7.1
7.2
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The LG Ultra 13 and HP 17" Laptop are both good for software development.
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.
Cost
$530
$529
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
The HP 17" Laptop has a price of $530 and the LG Ultra 13 costs $529.
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How the HP 17" Laptop and the LG Ultra 13 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HP 17" Laptop | LG Ultra 13 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$530 | $529 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2023 | January 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.8'' x 10.2'' x 0.81'' | 12.1'' x 8.1'' x 0.6'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.58 lbs | 2.16 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.78" | 12.08" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.15" | 8.14" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | AMD Ryzen 7 4700U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5.5 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 41 Wh | 51 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 287 nits | 300 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.2/10 | 9.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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HP 17" Laptop
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Francisco Lahoz | November 2022
"As far as starter laptops go, the HP Laptop 17 is a sound investment. Sure, it might not be the lightest of options, but what you get for the price is a well-rounded machine that fits multiple niches. Whether it be office duties that require you to multi-task between multiple programs, or study tasks in which you’ll spend hours browsing online, this laptop does it all. Plus, when it's time to unwind, you can watch your favorite shows or movies on a super-wide display. What's best of all is that you can do all this for about half a day on a single charge."
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Joshua Goldman | April 2017
"The 13.3-inch LG Gram is a fine fit if you need to travel as light as possible for as long as possible without spending a fortune to do it. It might not be particularly sturdy or have an eye-catching design and its webcam is less than ideal, but with its sharp touch display, comfortable backlit keyboard, responsive touchpad and a fingerprint reader for extra security, the Gram makes a respectible everyday laptop for business or school work."
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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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