LG gram 14" gram Review
The LG gram 14 is so light you'll forget it's there, but that focus on portability comes with compromises. Here's who should buy it.
The 30-Second Version
Buy this if you hate heavy bags. It's the king of lightweight Windows laptops, but don't expect a stunning screen or gaming prowess.
Overview
The LG gram 14 is the laptop you buy when you want to forget it's in your bag. It weighs just 2.47 pounds, which is genuinely impressive. The one thing to know? This is a machine built for one job: being a featherweight productivity champ. It's got the specs to handle your daily grind, but it's laser-focused on portability, not power.
Performance
The Intel Core Ultra 5 processor is well above average, and it surprised us by handling multitasking and AI workloads without much fuss. The integrated Intel Arc graphics are solid, but they're not for gaming—our database shows it's a real letdown for that. The real surprise is the battery. It's a 72Wh unit in this tiny frame, and multiple owners report getting 6-10 hours of real use, which is a standout for a Windows laptop.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong compact (88th percentile) 88th
- Strong cpu (83th percentile) 83th
- Strong port (77th percentile) 77th
- Strong ram (71th percentile) 71th
Cons
- Below average reliability (9th percentile) 9th
The Word on the Street
Specifications
Full Specifications
Processor
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 5 225H |
| Cores | 14 |
| Frequency | 1.7 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 18 MB |
Graphics
| GPU | Arc Graphics |
| Type | integrated |
| VRAM | 16 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 16 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5 |
| Storage | 512 GB |
| Storage Type | NVMe SSD |
Display
| Size | 14" |
| Resolution | 1920 (Full HD) |
| Panel | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz |
| Brightness | 350 nits |
| Color Gamut | 99% DCI-P3 |
Connectivity
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 4 |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI Output |
| Wi-Fi | WiFi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 |
Physical
| Weight | 1.1 kg / 2.5 lbs |
| Battery | 72 Wh |
| OS | Windows 11 Home |
Value & Pricing
At $929, it's a fair price for a premium ultraportable. You're paying for the engineering that makes it so light, not for top-tier components. If you need that specific trait, it's worth it.
Price History
vs Competition
If you want a similar ultraportable but with more power and a better screen, look at the ASUS ProArt PX13. It's also light, packs an OLED display, and has a dedicated RTX 4050 GPU, but it'll cost more. The Apple MacBook Air is the obvious rival for weight and battery, but you're locked into macOS. For Windows users who prioritize lightness above all else, the gram still has a niche.
| Spec | LG gram 14" gram | Apple MacBook Pro Apple 14" MacBook Pro (M5, Nano-Texture Glass, | ASUS ROG Flow ASUS ROG Flow - AMD Ryzen AI MAX+ 395 AMD Radeon | Lenovo Yoga Lenovo - Yoga Slim 9i - Copilot+ PC - 14" 4K 120Hz | Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro Samsung - Galaxy Book5 Pro - Copilot+ PC - 14" 3K | MSI Prestige MSI - Prestige 13”AI+ - Ukiyoe Edition 13.3"OLED |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 5 225H | Apple M5 | AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 | Intel Core Ultra 7 258V | Intel Core Ultra 7 Series 2 | Intel Core Ultra 7 258V |
| RAM (GB) | 16 | 24 | 128 | 32 | 32 | 32 |
| Storage (GB) | 512 | 2048 | 1024 | 1000 | 1000 | 1000 |
| Screen | 14" 1920x1200 | 14.2" 3024x1964 | 13.4" 2560x1600 | 14" 3840x2400 | 14" 2880x1800 | 13.3" 2880x1800 |
| GPU | Intel Arc Graphics | Apple (10-Core) | AMD Radeon 8060 | Intel Arc Graphics | Intel Arc Graphics | Intel Arc Graphics |
| OS | Windows 11 Home | macOS | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Weight (kg) | 1.1 | 1.5 | 1.2 | 1.2 | 1.2 | 1 |
| Battery (Wh) | 72 | 72 | 70 | 75 | - | - |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Cpu | Gpu | Ram | Port | Screen | Compact | Storage | User Sentiment | Reliability | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LG gram 14" gram | 82.9 | 64.9 | 71.2 | 76.5 | 67.9 | 87.9 | 57.4 | 54.4 | 9.1 | 62.4 |
| Apple MacBook Pro 14" Compare | 81.7 | 20 | 67.9 | 89.9 | 96.6 | 74.5 | 94.8 | 91.7 | 94.7 | 95.2 |
| ASUS ROG Flow GZ302EA-XS99 Compare | 95.2 | 79.8 | 99.5 | 98.8 | 89 | 93.3 | 75.4 | 56.2 | 53.9 | 99.4 |
| Lenovo Yoga Slim 9i 14" Compare | 63.9 | 64.9 | 94.3 | 89.9 | 99.9 | 85 | 71 | 84.3 | 74.8 | 89.6 |
| Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro Galaxy Book5 Pro 14" 3K Compare | 67.1 | 64.9 | 85.9 | 89.9 | 93 | 85.2 | 71 | 77.8 | 74.8 | 96.3 |
| MSI Prestige 13”AI+ Ukiyoe Edition 13.3"OLED Compare | 63.9 | 64.9 | 85.9 | 98.2 | 89.9 | 95.5 | 71 | 91.7 | 53.9 | 87.3 |
Common Questions
Q: Can this laptop run games?
No, not really. The integrated Intel Arc graphics are fine for basic tasks, but our gaming score for it is in the bottom 10%. Stick to casual titles or look elsewhere.
Q: Is the screen good for photo editing?
It's okay, not great. The 14-inch 1200p IPS panel is about average for brightness and color. Serious editors should look for an OLED or higher-resolution option.
Q: How's the build quality?
It feels light and modern, but our reliability data is concerning, ranking in the bottom percentile. Handle it with care.
Who Should Skip This
If you're looking for a laptop to play games or do heavy creative work, this isn't it. Go get a Lenovo Legion or an ASUS ProArt instead. Also, skip it if you need to connect to multiple external monitors—the port support here is oddly limited.
Verdict
We recommend the LG gram 14 if your top priority is a laptop that's easy to carry every single day, and you're a student or business user who needs decent Windows performance. It's not for gamers, creative pros who need a great screen, or anyone worried about long-term reliability. For those people, there are better, more balanced options.