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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 typically comes at a somewhat lower price than the LG Gram 16, and includes a touchscreen, which is absent on the LG Gram. It provides solid performance for engineering tasks and general use, though it is heavier and has a shorter battery life compared to the LG Gram. The LG Gram 16, on the other hand, is remarkably lightweight with a long battery life and a higher build quality, making it very portable while still offering great performance for general use and engineering. It lacks a touchscreen but compensates with a higher portability score and nearly silent operation. If portability and battery life are your priority and you don't need a touchscreen, the LG Gram may be a better choice. However, if you prefer a touchscreen and don't mind a bit of extra weight, the Lenovo Flex 5 16 could serve you well, particularly if you want to save some money. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Flex 5 16
- The Lenovo Flex 5 16 has no clear advantages over the LG Gram 16.
Advantages of the LG Gram 16
- Very good portability
- Excellent battery life
- Good speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.3
7.3
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
400.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
347.0 nits
The LG Gram 16 has a better screen than the Lenovo Flex 5 16 for content creation, and software development.
For general use, both the Lenovo Flex 5 16 and LG Gram 16 offer sharp images and comfortable brightness, making them suitable for everyday activities like browsing and watching videos, without eye strain. In engineering and design, their screens cover a wide range of colors ensuring that professionals see precise and vibrant representations of their work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, these laptops may not be ideal as their screens do not refresh as quickly, leading to potential motion blur or sluggish visuals during fast-paced scenes.
Battery
11.5 Hours
15.0 Hours
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 has 11.5 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
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The LG Gram 16 has very good portability, while the Lenovo Flex 5 16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$779
$1,450
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 has a price of $779 and the LG Gram 16 costs $1,450.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
7.8
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
400.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
347.0 nits
11.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
15.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The LG Gram 16 and Lenovo Flex 5 16 are both good for general use.
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 offers solid performance with a capable processor and sufficient RAM, and its 2-in-1 convertible design with a touchscreen makes it versatile for various general use scenarios, like browsing or media consumption, with reasonably good screen quality and battery life.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.4
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
The LG Gram 16 and Lenovo Flex 5 16 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 and the LG Gram 16 are both fair for gaming and 3D applications due to their integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics, which provide modest gaming performance, and 60Hz screen refresh rates, which suffice for casual gaming but are not ideal for high-frame-rate action. However, the Lenovo's Intel i7-1255U CPU and the LG's slightly more powerful Intel i7-1260P CPU, along with both having quality IPS screens with decent resolution, make them suitable for less demanding games and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.2
7.5
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The LG Gram 16 and Lenovo Flex 5 16 are both good for engineering and design.
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 features strong CPU and GPU performance suitable for demanding engineering and design software, with ample storage and high screen quality, including touch functionality, making it versatile for creative work. The LG Gram 16, while also providing strong CPU and GPU capabilities, emphasizes portability with its lightweight build and long battery life, alongside a high-quality screen, making it ideal for engineers and designers who value mobility and extended use on the go.
Content Creation
7.6
7.8
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The LG Gram 16 and Lenovo Flex 5 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
7.5
7.9
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The LG Gram 16 and Lenovo Flex 5 16 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
7.0
7.0
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 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 Lenovo Flex 5 16 and the LG Gram 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Lenovo Flex 5 16 | LG Gram 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$779 | $1,450 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2022 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10'' x 0.74'' | 14'' x 9.5'' x 0.66'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.63 lbs | 2.64 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.09" | 13.96" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.99" | 9.53" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1255U | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 11.5 Hours | 15 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 52.5 Wh | 80 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 400 nits | 347 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | 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 | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | 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 | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Andreas Osthoff | April 2023
"The Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 is a solidly equipped, 2-in-1 in the lower price segment. Performance is definitely sufficient for everyday tasks and in tests the battery proved itself to be very economical. That aside, there is a lot of standard fare on show and a search for real highlights ends in vain. The low color coverage and reflective display can be avoided by going for an optional 2.5K display but this also presumably results in poorer battery life. The cooling uses only one fan and leads to a raised temperature on one side of the device under load. Additionally, there is very loud fan noise, also under load or when gaming. On top of that, we also occasionally noticed electronic noises."
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 Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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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