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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize a larger screen and longer battery life, the LG Gram 16 is suitable, with its 16-inch display providing more workspace and reportedly longer time between charges; however, consider that it is slightly heavier and larger, which impacts portability. On the other hand, the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 offers a vivid OLED touchscreen and a convertible design that is more compact and lighter for better portability, but it comes with a smaller 13.3-inch screen and shorter battery life. Both have similar performance capabilities and are in the lower midrange price tier, with the Samsung often being less expensive and having larger storage out of the box. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG Gram 16
- Excellent battery life
- Good speakers
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360
- Excellent portability
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.3
7.8
16.0in
SIZE
13.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
347.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
375.0 nits
The LG Gram 16 has a better screen than the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 for software development, while the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The LG Gram 16's strengths in screen quality for general use and engineering stem from its high resolution and brightness, providing crisp and vibrant visuals, along with a wide range of colors that appeal to designers needing accuracy. The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 tops this with even better brightness and color representation, making it an excellent choice for professionals in graphic design and other color-critical tasks. However, both fall short for gaming and 3D applications due to their lower refresh rate, which can't deliver the smooth motion that high-paced games and real-time 3D modeling often require.
Battery
15.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The LG Gram 16 has 15 hours of battery life. The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has 8 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
2.5 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has excellent portability, while the LG Gram 16 has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0
7.8
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 and LG Gram 16 both have good build quality, though the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,450
$800
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The LG Gram 16 has a price of $1,450 and the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 costs $800.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.8
7.6
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
347.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
375.0 nits
15.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The LG Gram 16 and Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 are both good for general use.
The LG Gram 16, with its larger screen, longer battery life, and superior heat management, caters well to those who prioritize comfort and extended use, while the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 offers a vivid OLED touchscreen display and 2-in-1 convertibility, making it a versatile option for users who value portability and multimedia experience. Both laptops are equipped with capable processors and sufficient RAM for smooth operation, but the Galaxy Book2 360's smaller, lighter design might appeal more to those frequently on the move.
Gaming and AI
6.4
6.2
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
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
9.5/10
The LG Gram 16 and Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
While both the LG Gram 16 and the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 pack integrated GPUs that can handle light gaming and 3D tasks, neither offer the high screen refresh rates preferred for smooth gameplay. The LG Gram has a reputation for a robust CPU and high-quality screen, which is also true for the Galaxy Book2, but for more demanding gaming or 3D applications, dedicated GPUs found in other models would be more suitable.
Engineering and Design
7.5
7.3
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The LG Gram 16 and Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 are both good for engineering and design.
The LG Gram 16, with its higher resolution IPS screen and larger 16-inch display, coupled with a robust CPU and integrated GPU, is well-suited for demanding engineering and design tasks; conversely, the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 offers a vibrant OLED touchscreen that's smaller at 13.3 inches and has a similarly capable CPU and GPU, making it a versatile choice for such tasks while also being slightly more portable and usable as a tablet.
Content Creation
7.8
7.6
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The LG Gram 16 and Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 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
7.9
7.4
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
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 Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 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 Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| LG Gram 16 | Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,450 | $800 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2022 | July 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.5'' x 0.66'' | 12'' x 8'' x 0.51'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.64 lbs | 2.56 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.96" | 11.98" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.53" | 7.95" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1260P | Intel i7-1255U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 15 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 80 Wh | 61.1 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 347 nits | 375 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.5/10 | 9.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 9.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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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."
Samsung Galaxy Book2 360
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Cliff Joseph | June 2022
"Samsung gets all the basics right with the Book2 360. Its convertible design works well in both laptop and tablet modes, yet still manages to be highly portable, with impressive battery life and eye-catching AMOLED display. The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 measures just 12.9mm thick and weighs 1.16kg, making it one of the most affordable ultra-portables currently available. It’s sturdily built too, so it can cope with life on the road."
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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 Samsung
Samsung Electronics is one of the largest technology corporation by revenue. Based in South Korea, they are very well known for their wide range of phones, tablets, TVs and appliances. Their main line of laptops is the Galaxy Book series, launched in 2017. This range includes 2-in-1 convertible devices and standard notebooks, with a focus on portability and value for money.
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