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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize performance for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming, the Razer Blade 14 with its powerful AMD Ryzen CPU and Nvidia RTX GPU will serve you better, although it will cost more and is heavier, impacting portability. Conversely, if you're looking for something more affordable, lighter, and with longer battery life for general use, the LG Gram 16, featuring an Intel processor and integrated graphics, is a better option. Both laptops have similar screen sizes and high resolutions, but the Razer Blade 14 has a higher refresh rate, making it more suitable for fast-paced gaming despite a shorter battery life. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG Gram 16
- Excellent battery life
Advantages of the Razer Blade 14 (2023)
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.4
8.4
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Razer Blade 14 (2023) is very good for gaming and AI, while the LG Gram 16 is only fair.
The Razer Blade 14's superior performance for gaming and 3D applications is primarily due to its Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU and high screen refresh rate, both of which are critical for smooth and detailed visual experience. In contrast, the LG Gram 16, with its integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics and standard screen refresh rate, is designed for lighter usage and thus offers fair performance where less graphical intensity is required.
Engineering and Design
7.5
8.7
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Razer Blade 14 (2023) is very good for engineering and design, while the LG Gram 16 is good.
The Razer Blade 14 (2023) is considered very good for engineering and design use because it possesses a more powerful AMD Ryzen CPU and Nvidia RTX GPU, offering superior processing and graphical performance necessary for demanding tasks, along with a high-quality IPS screen with excellent color coverage and brightness. In contrast, the LG Gram 16, while offering a competent Intel i7 CPU with integrated graphics suitable for less intensive engineering and design work, prioritizes portability and has a quieter operation, but it doesn't quite match the Razer's performance capabilities for more resource-intensive applications.
Screen Quality
7.3
8.9
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
347.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
560.0 nits
The Razer Blade 14 has a better screen than the LG Gram 16 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and software development.
For general use, the LG Gram 16's screen offers sharp, bright images and wide viewing angles due to its panel type and resolution but falls short for gaming due to its lower refresh rate, which is crucial for smooth gameplay. The Razer Blade 14's screen shines for engineering and design tasks with its high-resolution display that reproduces a wide range of colors accurately, vital for precision work. However, despite its high resolution and quality panel, the refresh rate isn't high enough for the optimal gaming and 3D modeling experience where fluid motion is paramount.
Battery
15.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The LG Gram 16 has 15 hours of battery life. The Razer Blade 14 has 6 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
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
4.0 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The LG Gram 16 and Razer Blade 14 (2023) both have very good portability, though the LG Gram 16 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0
8.5
The Razer Blade 14 (2023) has very good build quality, while the LG Gram 16 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,450
$2,400
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The LG Gram 16 has a price of $1,450 and the Razer Blade 14 (2023) costs $2,400.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.8
8.1
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
347.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
560.0 nits
15.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Razer Blade 14 (2023) to be very good for general use, while the LG Gram 16 is good.
The LG Gram 16, with its lightweight design and large screen, is favorable for portability and extended battery life, making it suitable for general use; however, it is powered by less robust integrated graphics. On the other hand, the Razer Blade 14 (2023) offers a more powerful CPU and dedicated graphics unit for demanding applications, alongside a higher-quality screen, but compromises on weight and battery life compared to the LG Gram, which may impact its convenience for on-the-go users.
Content Creation
7.8
8.2
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Razer Blade 14 (2023) to be very good for content creation, while the LG Gram 16 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
7.9
7.9
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Razer Blade 14 (2023) and LG Gram 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.
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How the LG Gram 16 and the Razer Blade 14 (2023) compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| LG Gram 16 | Razer Blade 14 (2023) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,450 | $2,400 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2022 | June 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.5'' x 0.66'' | 12.2'' x 9'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.64 lbs | 4.05 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.96" | 12.23" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.53" | 8.97" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1260P | AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 15 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 80 Wh | 68.1 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 347 nits | 560 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
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 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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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."
Razer Blade 14 (2023)
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Allen Ngo | May 2022
"After making a huge splash with the original 2021 model, it's expected that the 2022 refresh would be more of a minor update to an already impressive machine. It adds a higher resolution webcam (720p to 1080p), faster CPU (Ryzen 9 5900HX to Ryzen 9 6900HX), faster GPU (RTX 3070/3080 to 3070/3080 Ti), faster RAM (DDR4-3200 to DDR5-4800), faster M.2 SSD support (PCIe3 x4 to PCIe4 x4), newer WLAN module (Killer AX1690i to Qualcomm WCN685x), and a MUX switch for the new integrated Radeon 680M GPU. It's indubitably an upgrade especially in terms of single-thread processor performance."
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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.
About Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean technology company. Razer is best known for their Blade series laptops, well known for their strong performance and sleek design. Although Razer charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a stealthy laptop with clean fit and finish and strong performance. All of their models offer great portability and build quality compared to other gaming laptops.
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