The ASUS Vivobook S 15 offers solid general use performance, but its heftier build and lower battery life compared to the LG Gram 16 make it less portable. Although slightly less expensive than the LG Gram 16, it has more storage capacity. The LG Gram 16, on the other hand, boasts higher battery life and better portability due to its lighter weight and compact form. Both have 16 GB of RAM and similar quality in keyboards, webcams, and speakers, but if you prioritize longer unplugged use and ease of carrying, the LG Gram 16 is the superior choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook S 15
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has no clear advantages over the LG Gram 16.
Advantages of the LG Gram 16
Good overall display quality
Very good portability
Excellent battery life
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.3/10
7.3/10
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
267.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
347.0 nits
The LG Gram 16 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook S 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15's screen may not provide the most vivid colors or sharpest details due to its fair resolution and brightness, which can be adequate for day-to-day tasks but may fall short for color-intensive engineering and design work where color accuracy is crucial. The LG Gram 16 offers better resolution and brightness, enhancing the viewing experience for general use and making it more suitable for professionals who require precise color representation, but it's limited in refresh rate, which is less ideal for the fast-paced visuals in gaming and 3D applications. Neither model excels in gaming or 3D rendering where higher refresh rates are necessary to keep motion smooth and reduce visual lag.
Battery
9.0 Hours
15.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has 9 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
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
3.9 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The LG Gram 16 has very good portability, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$908
$1,450
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has a price of $908 and the LG Gram 16 costs $1,450.
The LG Gram 16 and ASUS Vivobook S 15 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 shines with its robust AMD processor and ample storage, making it suitable for multitasking general use, though it's a bit heavier impacting its portability; meanwhile, the LG Gram 16 stands out with its superior screen resolution and light weight for outstanding portability, coupled with a long battery life for extended use away from power sources. While both have sufficient RAM for general tasks, the ASUS is more ready for storage-heavy applications, and the LG Gram provides a more vivid display and quieter operation, enhancing the user experience for content viewing and work in quiet environments.
Gaming and AI
6.3/10
6.4/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
The LG Gram 16 and ASUS Vivobook S 15 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 and the LG Gram 16 are fair for gaming and 3D because they come with integrated GPUs, the AMD Ryzen 7 5800H Vega 8 and Intel i7-1260P Iris Xe respectively, which provide moderate graphical performance suitable for less demanding titles. Despite being capable, both have standard screen refresh rates of 60Hz, which may not deliver the smoothest gaming experience that more serious gamers seek.
Engineering and Design
7.1/10
7.5/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The LG Gram 16 and ASUS Vivobook S 15 are both good for engineering and design.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15, with its AMD Ryzen CPU and integrated Vega 8 GPU, is tailored for engineering and design tasks that require robust processing power and moderate graphical capabilities, complemented by a high-contrast IPS screen. On the other hand, the LG Gram 16, while also equipped for engineering and design with its Intel CPU and Iris Xe graphics, stands out with a higher resolution display and striking color accuracy, in a significantly lighter package that enhances portability.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.8/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The LG Gram 16 and ASUS Vivobook S 15 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
7.4/10
7.9/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The LG Gram 16 and ASUS Vivobook S 15 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.
Build Quality
7.0/10
7.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 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.
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How the ASUS Vivobook S 15 and the LG Gram 16 compare to other laptops
"Internals make Asus VivoBook S15 laptop a compelling option. The Asus multimedia laptop may look rather below-average with its modest black chassis, lack of a dedicated GPU, limited RAM and meagre port selection without Thunderbolt support. But your impression of the device will start changing once you set your eyes on its high-contrast OLED capable of producing deep blacks and highly accurate colours. And your opinion will change completely when the VivoBook is switched on. The AMD CPU can effortlessly keep up with powerful rivals from Intel. The integrated Radeon graphics blows away Intel's iGPU when it comes to graphics workloads such as rendering and simpler games."
"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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