Considering the Lenovo Flex 5 16 and the LG Ultra 13, the Flex 5 is more versatile with its 2-in-1 convertible feature, allowing it to be used as a laptop or tablet, and it possesses a higher resolution display, which provides sharper images. However, it's heavier than the LG Ultra, which may impact portability. The LG Ultra 13, being lighter and more compact, is ideal for users who prioritize portability and may offer better battery life, but it has a lower storage capacity and screen resolution. The Lenovo's larger screen and better performance are well-suited for multitasking and media consumption, while the LG might be better for on-the-go usage and less demanding tasks. Choose the Lenovo if you need more versatility and a better screen, but prefer the LG for better battery life and easier travel. Give Feedback
this description is based on the product variant with some specs and product variant with some specs. At the time of writing, the variant with some specs cost some dollars and the variant with some specs cost some dollars.
Advantages of the Lenovo Flex 5 16
Good for engineering and design
Good overall display quality
Advantages of the LG Ultra 13
Excellent portability
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.2/10
6.6/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.7/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 is good for engineering and design, while the LG Ultra 13 is only fair.
The Lenovo Flex 5 16, with its high-resolution screen and powerful Intel CPU and integrated GPU, is well-suited for engineering and design tasks that require more processing power and better screen quality. On the other hand, the LG Ultra 13, while more portable and with a solid AMD CPU and GPU, has a lower resolution screen and less storage, which makes it less ideal for those same intensive tasks.
Screen Quality
7.3/10
6.9/10
16.0in
SIZE
13.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
400.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 has a better screen than the LG Ultra 13 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, both the Lenovo Flex 5 16 and the LG Ultra 13 offer pleasing visuals due to their high-resolution displays and bright panels, making text and images sharp and easy to view under various lighting conditions. Engineers and designers will appreciate the wide color gamuts provided by both laptops, ensuring accurate color reproduction for tasks like photo editing or CAD work. However, gamers and enthusiasts of 3D applications may find both laptops lacking due to their lower refresh rates, which can result in less fluid motion compared to laptops designed specifically for gaming or 3D rendering.
Battery
11.5 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 has 11.5 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
16.0in
SIZE
13.3in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
2.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The LG Ultra 13 has excellent portability, while the Lenovo Flex 5 16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$779
$529
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 has a price of $779 and the LG Ultra 13 costs $529.
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 and LG Ultra 13 are both good for general use.
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 with its 2-in-1 design provides versatility for various general uses, offering good portability and substantial battery life while ensuring good screen quality, adequate power for everyday tasks, and reasonable storage capacity.
Gaming and AI
6.2/10
6.1/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 and LG Ultra 13 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 has an Intel Iris Xe GPU and a 60Hz refresh rate that allows it to handle gaming and 3D tasks fairly for its class, while the LG Ultra 13 comes with an AMD Ryzen 7 4700U's integrated Vega 7 graphics and the same 60Hz refresh rate, providing acceptable performance considering its ultra-portable build and lighter weight. Both models have solid CPU and screen quality, but neither are designed for the highest levels of gaming or 3D work due to their integrated GPUs and standard screen refresh rates.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.2/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 and LG Ultra 13 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
7.5/10
7.2/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo Flex 5 16 and LG Ultra 13 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
7.0/10
7.4/10
The LG Ultra 13 and Lenovo Flex 5 16 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Give feedback
We’re constantly working to improve.
How the Lenovo Flex 5 16 and the LG Ultra 13 compare to other laptops
"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."
"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."
Get a great deal on the Lenovo Flex 5 16 or the LG Ultra 13
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.
This information was produced and vetted by the PerfectRec laptops team. We are a product research and recommendation organization that meticulously reviews and evaluates the latest laptop information and makes it digestible for you.
By the numbers
380
Laptops evaluated
48,640
Laptops stats compiled
13
Proprietary Laptops ratings developed
100,695
Recommendations made
21,818
Consumer hours saved
About the laptop team
Joe Golden, Ph.D
CEO and Laptops Editor
Joe is an entrepreneur and lifelong electronics enthusiast with a Ph.D in Economics from the University of Michigan.
Jason Lew
Staff Expert & Software Engineer
Jason is a staff expert and software engineer that has been making laptop recommendations for 7 years and moderates one of the largest laptop subreddits.
Chandradeep Chowdhury
Staff Expert & Software Engineer
Chandradeep is a staff expert and software engineer and expert in televisions and monitors. He’s been making monitor recommendations for ten years.
Craig Russell
Laptops Expert
Craig is a UK-based laptops expert. Craig works in IT, where he recommends and supports laptops and PCs for clients and has been recommending laptops on Reddit for five years.