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Updated January 12, 2024·

For better performance, especially in intensive tasks such as engineering, choose the LG Ultra 16, as it comes with a more powerful AMD Ryzen processor and improved integrated graphics compared to the Maypug 15" Laptop which has an Intel Celeron processor and lower-end graphics. The LG Ultra 16 also has a higher resolution display, providing a clearer and sharper image suitable for detailed work. However, the LG Ultra 16 is less portable due to its larger size and marginally heavier weight. On the other hand, if you prefer a more cost-effective option for basic tasks like browsing and document editing, the Maypug 15" Laptop will save you money while still handling general use activities. Both laptops offer Windows 11 Home, but the LG's battery offers a longer life between charges, which can be a significant advantage if you're frequently on the move or away from power sources. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the LG Ultra 16
  • Good for general use
  • Good for engineering and design
  • Good for software development
  • Good for content creation
  • Excellent battery life
  • Good speakers
Advantages of the Maypug 15" Laptop
  • The Maypug 15" Laptop has no clear advantages over the LG Ultra 16.

Key differences

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General Use

7.7
Ultra 16
15" Laptop
5.8
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
270.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
17.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The LG Ultra 16 is good for general use, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.

Gaming and AI

6.2
Ultra 16
15" Laptop
5.6
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The LG Ultra 16 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.

Engineering and Design

7.0
Ultra 16
15" Laptop
5.6
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The LG Ultra 16 is good for engineering and design, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.

Content Creation

7.7
Ultra 16
15" Laptop
5.9
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The LG Ultra 16 is good for content creation, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.

Software Development

7.5
Ultra 16
15" Laptop
5.9
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The LG Ultra 16 is good for software development, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.

Screen Quality

6.2
Ultra 16
15" Laptop
5.7
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
270.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The LG Ultra 16 has a better screen than the Maypug 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.

Battery

17.0 Hours
Ultra 16
15" Laptop
7.0 Hours
The LG Ultra 16 has 17 hours of battery life. The Maypug 15" Laptop has 7 hours of battery life.

Build Quality

6.5
Ultra 16
15" Laptop
5.1
The LG Ultra 16 has only fair build quality, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has poor build quality.

Cost

$1,000
Ultra 16
15" Laptop
$600
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The LG Ultra 16 has a price of $1,000 and the Maypug 15" Laptop costs $600.
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Key similarities

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Portability

Good
Ultra 16
15" Laptop
Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The LG Ultra 16 and Maypug 15" Laptop both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.

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How the LG Ultra 16 and the Maypug 15" Laptop compare to other laptops

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Spec Comparison

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LG Ultra 16Maypug 15" Laptop
LG Ultra 16Maypug 15" Laptop

GENERAL

Price
$1,000
$600
Release Date
March 1, 2023January 1, 2023
Overall Dimensions
14'' x 9.8'' x 0.64''14'' x 11.1'' x 0.78''
Weight
3.63 lbs3.6 lbs
Width
14.02"13.97"
Depth
9.78"11.1"

INTERNAL

Processor
AMD Ryzen 7 7730UIntel Celeron N5095
RAM
16 GB8 GB
DDR Memory Version
54
RAM Slots
00
Storage
512 GB256 GB

BATTERY

Battery Life
17 Hours7 Hours
Battery Capacity
72 Wh29.6 Wh

SCREEN

Diagonal Size
16"15.6"
Display Technology
IPSIPS
Resolution
1920 x 12001366 x 768
Refresh Rate
60Hz60Hz
Display Brightness
270 nits200 nits

RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS

Build Quality Score
6.5/105.1/10
Portability Score
7.9/107.6/10
Gaming Laptop Appearance
NoNo
Premium Business Laptop
NoNo
Fan Noise Score
10/107.5/10

HARDWARE FEATURES

Keyboard Quality Score
6.8/106/10
Speaker Quality Score
7/104.8/10
Webcam
720p720p
Fingerprint Reader
NoNo
Backlit Keyboard
NoNo
Number Pad
YesYes

CONNECTIVITY

USB Type-A
22
USB-C ports
11
USB-C Charging
YesNo
Display Outputs
11
Thunderbolt Ports
00

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Sebastian Jentsch | October 2022
"Unlike the gram, the Ultra PC isn't designed to be as lightweight as possible. The 16-inch laptop is a whole 400 g (0.88 lb) heavier than its 16-inch gram counterpart partly because its chassis is not made of magnesium. Other than that, the Ultra PC seems like a copy of the gram – but with longer battery life, lower noise levels, and a clean, delicate look."

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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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