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Updated January 10, 2024·
Choosing the LG Gram 17 over the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s mainly comes down to screen size, portability, and price. The LG Gram 17 has a larger 17-inch screen, which is great for multitasking and media consumption, but it's pricier due to this and potentially other premium features. If you need a more portable and affordable laptop, the ThinkBook 13s, with its 13.3-inch screen, may be a better fit. It's more compact and lighter, making it easier to carry around. Both have the same processor, so general performance should be similar, but the LG Gram could offer better performance for more intensive tasks due to potentially higher RAM. Consider battery life, too, if you're frequently on the move; the LG Gram has a reputation for long-lasting batteries. If cost is a critical factor and you're fine with a smaller display, the ThinkBook could be the more sensible choice. Give Feedback
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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
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s
- Excellent portability
- Very good speakers
Key differences
General Use
8.5
7.8
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
353.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
336.0 nits
11.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.0/10
The LG Gram 17 is very good for general use, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is good.
The LG Gram 17's larger screen, higher RAM, and more storage make it very good for general use, offering spacious viewing and multitasking abilities, alongside a robust battery life. On the other hand, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has a smaller form factor that enhances portability and also features a high-quality CPU and screen, it has less RAM and storage which makes it simply good for general use, with a slightly lower battery capacity than the LG Gram 17.
Content Creation
8.4
7.8
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The LG Gram 17 is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s 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
8.2
7.7
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The LG Gram 17 is very good for software development, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s 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
7.4
7.2
17.0in
SIZE
13.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
353.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
336.0 nits
The LG Gram 17 has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s for software development, and content creation.
The LG Gram 17 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s have screens with high resolution and adequate brightness, meeting the needs of general users who prioritize clear, vivid displays for daily tasks. For engineering and design, both laptops offer wide color gamuts, essential for professionals requiring accurate color representation. However, their screens fall short for gaming and 3D applications due to the lower refresh rates, which can't deliver the smooth motion desired in fast-paced visuals.
Battery
11.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The LG Gram 17 has 11 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s 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
Good
Excellent
17.0in
SIZE
13.3in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has excellent portability, while the LG Gram 17 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0
7.6
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s and LG Gram 17 both have good build quality, though the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,100
$1,000
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The LG Gram 17 has a price of $2,100 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.5
6.4
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The LG Gram 17 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The LG Gram 17 is considered good for gaming and 3D work as it features a larger screen with higher brightness and color accuracy, which, although paired with the same GPU as the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s, may offer a slightly better visual experience. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s, despite having a smaller and less bright display, remains fair for gaming and 3D due to its similar GPU and CPU capabilities, but may not be as immersive due to its smaller screen size and lower color space coverage.
Engineering and Design
8.0
7.5
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers LG Gram 17 to be very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is good.
The LG Gram 17 is suited for engineering and design thanks to its large 17-inch screen with high brightness and color coverage, complemented by ample RAM and a capable CPU and integrated GPU, yet its larger size reduces portability. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s, while also boasting a capable processor, sharp screen, and touchscreen feature, offers greater portability due to its smaller, lighter design and a well-regarded keyboard, but has less RAM and storage.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| LG Gram 17 | Lenovo ThinkBook 13s |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,100 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.9'' x 10.2'' x 0.7'' | 11.7'' x 8.3'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.98 lbs | 2.9 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.91" | 11.7" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.19" | 8.3" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1260P | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 2048 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 11 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 80 Wh | 56 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 353 nits | 336 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 8.4/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 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 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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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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Monica Chin | July 2021
"The best thing about the ThinkBook 13S is that it’s a good deal. Business buyers looking for ThinkPad-level performance and software without ThinkPad pricing will probably find the ThinkBook a solid option. While nothing about it is really spectacular, it’s certainly unusual to see the ThinkBook’s screen resolution at a sub-$1,000 price, and its performance will be more than adequate for most office tasks. The generous port selection, 16:10 aspect ratio, physical webcam shutter, and clear audio are certainly icing on the cake."
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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 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.
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