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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize portability and battery life, the LG Ultra 13 is slightly lighter and offers similar battery longevity compared to the XPG Xenia 14. The LG's display is smaller and its resolution is lower, which might be less ideal for detailed work but it boasts better color coverage, important if you work with visual media. The XPG has a slightly larger screen with a higher resolution that's more suitable for productivity due to its 16:10 aspect ratio, and it provides more storage out of the box. Performance-wise, both have similar capabilities for general use, but for intensive tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or engineering, neither is particularly powerful. Both laptops lack dedicated graphics for gaming, but their built-in graphics can handle less demanding games. The XPG's keyboard is rated slightly higher in quality, which could be important if you type a lot. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG Ultra 13
- The LG Ultra 13 has no clear advantages over the XPG Xenia 14.
Advantages of the XPG Xenia 14
- Good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.9
6.9
13.3in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
300.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The LG Ultra 13 and the XPG Xenia 14 have similar screen quality.
For general use, the LG Ultra 13 and XPG Xenia 14 offer clear, sharp visuals and ample brightness for comfortable viewing, making for an enjoyable screen experience during tasks like browsing and document editing. Both laptops have displays with good color coverage, catering to the precision needed for engineering and design, where accurate color representation is crucial. However, for gaming and 3D applications that benefit from fluid motion, the lower refresh rates on these laptops might lead to less smooth visuals compared to models designed with higher refresh rates for these specific tasks.
Cost
$529
$800
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The LG Ultra 13 has a price of $529 and the XPG Xenia 14 costs $800.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.2
7.3
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
9.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.2/10
The XPG Xenia 14 and LG Ultra 13 are both good for general use.
The LG Ultra 13 is lauded for daily use thanks to its sufficient RAM, capable AMD Ryzen CPU, and IPS screen with decent color coverage and brightness, all in a slim and light frame with a battery life that supports typical use throughout the day. In contrast, the XPG Xenia 14 offers more storage and a slightly larger screen with a higher resolution and color accuracy, alongside a powerful Intel CPU and robust RAM, but its strengths come in a form that's slightly less portable due to increased weight and thickness, though it still maintains a similar level of battery endurance for daily tasks.
Gaming and AI
6.1
6.1
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The XPG Xenia 14 and LG Ultra 13 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The LG Ultra 13's performance in gaming and 3D tasks is limited due to its integrated AMD Ryzen 7 graphics and a standard screen refresh rate, which constrain its ability to handle more intensive graphics smoothly. Conversely, the XPG Xenia 14 suffers similar limitations with its Intel Iris Xe graphics and identical screen refresh rate, but has a slightly larger, higher resolution display which slightly improves visual details yet doesn't make up for the graphics and refresh rate limitations for demanding games and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
6.6
6.8
4.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The XPG Xenia 14 and LG Ultra 13 are both only fair for engineering and design.
The XPG Xenia 14 is likely better suited for engineering and design tasks due to its more up-to-date Intel i5 processor integrated with Iris Xe graphics, offering enhanced performance over the LG Ultra 13's older AMD Ryzen 7 processor with Vega 7 graphics, and its slightly larger screen with a higher resolution that can display more content with sharper detail. While both laptops are similarly portable, the LG Ultra 13 may be preferred for its potentially lower operating noise and higher score in fan noise management, but these comfort factors are typically secondary to CPU, RAM, GPU, and screen quality requirements for engineering and design use.
Content Creation
7.2
7.4
4.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The XPG Xenia 14 and LG Ultra 13 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
7.2
7.2
4.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The XPG Xenia 14 and LG Ultra 13 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.
Battery
10.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The LG Ultra 13 has 10 hours of battery life. The XPG Xenia 14 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
Excellent
Excellent
13.3in
SIZE
14.0in
2.1 lbs
WEIGHT
2.2 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The LG Ultra 13 and XPG Xenia 14 both have excellent portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
7.2
The LG Ultra 13 and XPG Xenia 14 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 Ultra 13 and the XPG Xenia 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| LG Ultra 13 | XPG Xenia 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$529 | $800 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2021 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.1'' x 8.1'' x 0.6'' | 12.2'' x 8.5'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.16 lbs | 2.2 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.08" | 12.2" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.14" | 8.46" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 4700U | Intel i5-1135G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 51 Wh | 53 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.3" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 300 nits | 321 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.3/10 | 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 | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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LG Ultra 13
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CNET
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."
XPG Xenia 14
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Allen Ngo | July 2021
"The Xenia 14 is a top 14-inch laptop under 1 kg. ADATA isn't exactly known for its laptops and so we weren't expecting much from its first 14-inch Ultrabook. With that said, we're pleasantly surprised by how well the Xenia 14 looks and performs. Not only is it incredibly light, but it has a color accurate 16:10 display, high CPU and GPU performance, easy RAM and SSD serviceability, plenty of port options including Thunderbolt 4, and long battery life. It packs a lot of punch and features considering the size and weight to be better than even the LG Gram series."
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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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