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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i is significantly less expensive and offers strong performance for general use, while the LG Gram 17 is more costly but provides enhanced performance, particularly for engineering tasks, and has a larger, higher-resolution screen. The Gram is remarkably lightweight given its size, making it more portable than typical large laptops. The IdeaPad is less suited for intensive engineering but is still a capable machine for everyday tasks and is more budget-friendly. Consider the IdeaPad for cost-effective general use and the Gram if you need a larger screen, better performance for engineering work, and can accommodate a higher price. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i
- Very good keyboard
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
- Very good battery life
- Good speakers
Key differences
General Use
7.5
8.5
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
315.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
353.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
The LG Gram 17 is very good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i is good.
The LG Gram 17 outshines the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i with its more powerful CPU, greater RAM, and superior screen quality; it also boasts a larger, higher-resolution display enhancing its suitability for general use, despite being slightly heavier. However, the IdeaPad Slim 5i, offering commendable general performance with a solid CPU and RAM configuration, balances portability and battery life well, making it a good choice for those prioritizing a blend of mobility and endurance.
Engineering and Design
7.0
8.0
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The LG Gram 17 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i is good.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i is well-suited for engineering and design due to its capable processor and integrated graphics which are sufficient for non-intensive tasks, and its high-quality IPS screen supports moderate color accuracy. On the other hand, the LG Gram 17 offers more power with a superior processor and more memory, making it ideal for more demanding engineering and design work, and its larger, higher-resolution IPS display provides excellent color accuracy and workspace, coupled with its lightweight design that enhances portability.
Content Creation
7.4
8.4
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The LG Gram 17 is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i is good.
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
7.4
8.2
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The LG Gram 17 is very good for software development, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i is good.
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
6.4
7.4
16.0in
SIZE
17.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
315.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
353.0 nits
The LG Gram 17 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i offers adequate resolution and brightness that meet the needs of everyday tasks, making it suitable for general use, but its limited color gamut and modest refresh rate may not satisfy the precise color requirements for engineering and design, nor provide the fluid visuals desired in gaming and 3D applications. On the other hand, the LG Gram 17 boasts a high-resolution, bright display that enhances the experience for general use and detailed engineering tasks by covering a wider color spectrum, yet its standard refresh rate might fall short for the smooth, fast-paced action demanded by gaming and 3D scenarios. Therefore, between the two, the LG Gram 17 is a better fit for those prioritizing display quality for general and professional tasks, while both may not be ideal for gaming or 3D due to their lower refresh rates.
Battery
8.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has 8 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
7.6
7.0
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i and LG Gram 17 both have good build quality, though the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$828
$2,100
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has a price of $828 and the LG Gram 17 costs $2,100.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.5
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The LG Gram 17 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The LG Gram 17 is considered good for gaming and 3D due to its superior CPU and higher screen quality, offering improved performance and visuals compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i, which is considered fair in these aspects due to its less powerful CPU and lower screen quality. Both laptops have similar graphics processing capability and screen refresh rates which are very important for gaming and 3D performance, but these characteristics are not distinguishing factors between the two models.
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
17.0in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The LG Gram 17 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i and the LG Gram 17 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i | LG Gram 17 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$828 | $2,100 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.7'' | 14.9'' x 10.2'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.17 lbs | 2.98 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.02" | 14.91" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 10.19" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1335U | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 2048 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 11 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 56.6 Wh | 80 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 17" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 315 nits | 353 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.6/10 | 8/10 | |
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 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
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 | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i
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Robin Sinha | February 2021
"The device is made for average work loads and if your work has a lot to do with online browsing, using apps that are not power-hungry and streaming videos. The looks are really good and the device in itself is not a heavy one. And with Intel 11th-gen Core processor, you might sail through most of your work without complaints."
LG Gram 17
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Sascha Mölck | August 2022
"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 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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