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Updated January 10, 2024·
The HP Omen 15 is designed for intensive gaming and advanced tasks like 3D modeling or machine learning, offering higher performance with a powerful processor and dedicated graphics card; however, this model is heavier and has limited portability. Conversely, the LG Gram 16 prioritizes lightweight design and portability, including silent operation and a high-resolution screen, making it suitable for general use and business applications where mobility and battery life are critical. If gaming or engineering tasks are a priority, the Omen is the stronger choice; if you prize portability and battery life for productivity, consider the LG Gram.. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Omen 15
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the LG Gram 16
- Very good portability
- Excellent battery life
- Good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.6
6.4
7.8/10
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
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
The HP Omen 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the LG Gram 16 is only fair.
The HP Omen 15 is equipped with a Nvidia RTX 3070 graphics card and a high screen refresh rate, making it well-suited for gaming and 3D applications. In contrast, the LG Gram 16 uses an Intel Iris Xe integrated GPU and has a lower screen refresh rate, hence its capabilities for gaming and 3D tasks are modest in comparison.
Screen Quality
7.3
7.3
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
318.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
347.0 nits
The HP Omen 15 has a better screen than the LG Gram 16 for gaming and AI, while the LG Gram 16 has a better screen for engineering and design, and content creation.
For general use, both the HP Omen 15 and LG Gram 16 offer high-resolution displays with ample brightness and the right panel types, ensuring crisp and vivid images that are pleasant for everyday tasks and media consumption. When it comes to tasks like engineering and design, these laptops provide wide color gamuts, covering a substantial range of colors necessary for precision in creative workflows. However, for gaming and 3D rendering, the lower refresh rates on these screens may lead to less smooth visuals, making them less ideal for fast-paced games or intensive 3D tasks where fluid motion is key.
Battery
10.0 Hours
15.0 Hours
The HP Omen 15 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
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
5.4 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The LG Gram 16 has very good portability, while the HP Omen 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$950
$1,450
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The HP Omen 15 has a price of $950 and the LG Gram 16 costs $1,450.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
7.8
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
318.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
347.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
15.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The HP Omen 15 and LG Gram 16 are both good for general use.
The HP Omen 15, with robust CPU and GPU, is ideal for users who need higher performance for intensive tasks and don't mind a tradeoff in portability and battery life. In contrast, the LG Gram 16 offers a balance of performance with a capable CPU, better portability due to its lighter weight, longer battery life, and improved screen quality making it suited for users who prioritize these features for everyday tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.9
7.5
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
7.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Omen 15 and LG Gram 16 are both good for engineering and design.
The HP Omen 15 delivers a powerful combination of capabilities with its high-performance CPU, ample RAM, potent dedicated GPU, and screen quality suitable for visually intensive engineering tasks, but it's heavier and not as quiet as the LG Gram 16. Whereas, the LG Gram 16 offers a high-resolution display with great color accuracy, along with exceptional portability and silent operation, making it ideal for engineers who prioritize mobility and a quiet working environment, but it may lack the graphical power required for the most demanding engineering applications.
Content Creation
7.8
7.8
7.4/10
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 HP Omen 15 and LG Gram 16 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
7.6
7.9
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The LG Gram 16 and HP Omen 15 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.
Build Quality
7.2
7.0
The HP Omen 15 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 HP Omen 15 and the LG Gram 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HP Omen 15 | LG Gram 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$950 | $1,450 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | December 1, 2021 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.4'' x 0.9'' | 14'' x 9.5'' x 0.66'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.42 lbs | 2.64 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.09" | 13.96" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.44" | 9.53" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5800H | 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 | 1024 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 15 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 70.9 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 | 318 nits | 347 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.1/10 | 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 | 7.5/10 | 10/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | 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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HP Omen 15
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Florian Glaser | January 2021
"We consider around 1,260 Euros (~$1530) for a Ryzen 7 4800H, a GeForce RTX 2060, a 512 GB SSD and 16 GB dual-channel RAM to be a good offer that appeals to price-conscious gamers. Very high details are rarely a problem in the native resolution of 1,920 x 1,080. Buyers will also be spoiled with a top-notch battery life that even beats most other notebook classes. If HP now improves the speed of the WLAN module, the stability of the case and the repeatedly criticized picture quality, the competition will have to dress extra warmly."
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 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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