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Updated January 10, 2024·
The LG Gram 16, although more expensive, provides a larger screen with higher resolution, longer battery life and comes with Windows 11 pre-installed, making it suitable for tasks requiring more visual space and longer unplugged periods. On the other hand, the LG Ultra 13 is less costly, more portable due to smaller size and lighter weight, and also comes with Windows 10. It may better serve users who prioritize portability and cost savings over screen real estate and battery capacity. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG Gram 16
- Good for engineering and design
- Good overall display quality
- Excellent battery life
- Good speakers
Advantages of the LG Ultra 13
- Excellent portability
Key differences
General Use
7.8
7.2
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
347.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
15.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The LG Gram 16 and LG Ultra 13 are both good for general use, though the LG Gram 16 is somewhat better.
The LG Gram 16, with its larger high-resolution display, abundant RAM, and Intel i7 CPU, is well-suited for general use, offering solid performance and screen quality along with silent operation, and it maintains portability with a light build and long battery life.
Engineering and Design
7.5
6.6
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.7/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The LG Gram 16 is good for engineering and design, while the LG Ultra 13 is only fair.
The LG Gram 16 is better for engineering and design due to its higher performing Intel i7 processor with integrated graphics and a larger, higher resolution screen which offers better color accuracy and detail, essential for precision tasks. Meanwhile, the LG Ultra 13, while more portable and with a slightly quieter operating noise, has a less powerful AMD Ryzen 7 CPU and a smaller, lower resolution screen which makes it less suitable for demanding engineering and design work.
Content Creation
7.8
7.2
7.9/10
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 LG Gram 16 and LG Ultra 13 are both good for content creation, though the LG Gram 16 is somewhat better.
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
7.9
7.2
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The LG Gram 16 and LG Ultra 13 are both good for software development, though the LG Gram 16 is somewhat better.
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
7.3
6.9
16.0in
SIZE
13.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
347.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The LG Gram 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, the LG Gram 16 and the Ultra 13 deliver sharp, bright displays with high resolution, making text, images, and videos clear and pleasing to the eye. Engineers and designers will appreciate their wide color coverage, offering true-to-life shades that are particularly crucial for detailed and accurate visual work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the lower refresh rates on these models may lead to less fluid motion and responsiveness, which detracts from the immersive and fast-paced experience that these tasks often require.
Battery
15.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The LG Gram 16 has 15 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
Very Good
Excellent
16.0in
SIZE
13.3in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
2.1 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The LG Ultra 13 has excellent portability, while the LG Gram 16 has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,450
$529
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The LG Gram 16 has a price of $1,450 and the LG Ultra 13 costs $529.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.4
6.1
3.8/10
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
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The LG Gram 16 and LG Ultra 13 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The LG Gram 16 and the LG Ultra 13 are both rated fair for gaming and 3D because they lack dedicated high-performance GPUs and high refresh rate screens, which are crucial for gaming and 3D applications; both laptops are equipped with integrated graphics (Intel Iris Xe for the Gram 16, and AMD Vega 7 for the Ultra 13), and have standard 60Hz refresh rate displays. While the larger screen size and slightly better screen quality of the LG Gram 16 may offer a more immersive gaming experience, neither is ideally equipped for the very demanding graphics of intensive gaming and 3D tasks due to the aforementioned limitations.
Build Quality
7.0
7.4
The LG Ultra 13 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 LG Gram 16 and the LG Ultra 13 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| LG Gram 16 | LG Ultra 13 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,450 | $529 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2022 | January 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.5'' x 0.66'' | 12.1'' x 8.1'' x 0.6'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.64 lbs | 2.16 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.96" | 12.08" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.53" | 8.14" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1260P | AMD Ryzen 7 4700U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 15 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 80 Wh | 51 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 347 nits | 300 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.5/10 | 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 | 10/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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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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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 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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