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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is a stronger choice for gaming and engineering tasks due to its higher performance hardware, but it is heavier and has a shorter battery life compared to the LG Gram 16. If portability and battery life are more important to you, and you're doing general use or less intensive engineering work, the LG Gram 16 is a better fit. It's lighter and offers silent, fanless operation, making it more suitable for work on the go. The LG Gram also has a higher resolution display, which is great for sharp visuals, whereas the ASUS has a faster refresh rate better for fast-paced gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A16
- Good for gaming and AI
Advantages of the LG Gram 16
- Very good portability
- Excellent battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.5
6.5
8.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
2.4/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good for gaming and AI, while the LG Gram 16 is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 stands out for gaming and 3D applications primarily due to its more powerful AMD RX 7600S graphics card and a higher screen refresh rate of 165Hz, enabling smoother visuals and better performance in graphically demanding tasks. On the other hand, the LG Gram 16, while still capable for some gaming and 3D work, uses the less potent Intel Iris Xe graphics and a standard 60Hz screen refresh rate, which may not handle intensive gaming or 3D applications as effectively.
Software Development
7.4
7.9
8.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The LG Gram 16 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 are both good for software development, though the LG Gram 16 is somewhat better.
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
7.5
7.3
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
347.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a better screen than the LG Gram 16 for gaming and AI, while the LG Gram 16 has a better screen for engineering and design, and content creation.
For general use, both the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and the LG Gram 16 offer clear and bright displays with ample resolution, making text, images, and videos appear crisp and vibrant for everyday tasks. For engineering and design, these laptops have displays that cover a wide range of colors, ensuring that designers see accurate colors while working on projects that require color precision. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short as they lack high refresh rates, which are vital for smooth motion and responsiveness in fast-paced visual content.
Battery
12.0 Hours
15.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has 12 hours of battery life. The LG Gram 16 has 15 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
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The LG Gram 16 has very good portability, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
7.8
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
294.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
347.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
15.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The LG Gram 16 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 are both good for general use.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 offers a higher performance CPU and ample storage, making it well-suited for demanding tasks, but it is heavier and has a shorter battery life compared to the LG Gram 16, which is exceptionally portable with its lightweight design and longer battery life, though it has lesser storage, making it ideal for users valuing portability and longer use on-the-go. While both have quality screens and sufficient RAM for general use, the Asus has a higher refresh rate beneficial for gaming, and the LG Gram boasts a higher resolution and better color coverage, enhancing the visual experience for content consumption.
Engineering and Design
7.8
7.4
8.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
2.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and LG Gram 16 are both good for engineering and design.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16, with a robust AMD Ryzen CPU and dedicated AMD RX GPU, alongside a high-refresh rate screen, lends itself well to demanding engineering and design tasks. In contrast, the LG Gram 16, while featuring a high-resolution display enhancing screen quality, prioritizes portability with its lightweight design and Intel Iris Xe graphics, which are suitable for less intensive engineering applications.
Content Creation
7.6
7.8
8.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The LG Gram 16 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 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.
Build Quality
7.2
7.0
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and LG Gram 16 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$954
$950
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a price of $954 and the LG Gram 16 costs $950.
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How the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and the LG Gram 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS TUF Gaming A16 | LG Gram 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$954 | $950 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2023 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.97'' | 14'' x 9.5'' x 0.66'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.85 lbs | 2.64 lbs | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS | Intel i7-1260P | |
Graphics | |||
Graphics | RX 7600S (95 W) | Iris Xe G7 | |
Mux Switch / Advanced Optimus | |||
Mux Switch / Advanced Optimus | Yes | No | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 12 Hours | 15 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 80 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 294 nits | 347 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.8/10 | 10/10 | |
Keyboard Lighting Color | |||
Keyboard Lighting Color | White | White | |
Warranty Period | |||
Warranty Period | 1 year | 1 year | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
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 | N/A | 4 | |
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ASUS TUF Gaming A16
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Dominic Bayley | May 2023
"The A16 makes an excellent case against more expensive laptops like the Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 and the MSI Katana GF76, especially if you’re into 1080p gaming. However, although its affordable, it doesn’t skimp on performance or a robust chassis. But for me, the biggest factor that sets it apart from these options is its incredible battery life. In my time reviewing laptops, I can’t remember when I last saw a gaming laptop lasted 11 and a half hours on a single charge, which makes the A16, in my book, truly outstanding."
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."
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About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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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