ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2024) vs LG gram 14 (2024)
The Verdict
ASUS TUF Gaming A15 targets competitive gamers with its 144Hz display and AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS processor, delivering strong frame rates for demanding titles. LG gram 14 prioritizes productivity and portability with its ultralight 0.99kg magnesium chassis, superior 2560x1600 display, and exceptional 22-hour battery life. Performance-wise, both feature capable processors with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage, though the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H offers better efficiency. Gaming refresh rate heavily favors ASUS at 144Hz versus LG's 60Hz, while LG compensates with sharper resolution and brightness (350 nits). Portability is dramatically different: LG weighs half as much and measures significantly thinner, making it ideal for frequent travelers. Port selection differs notably, with ASUS offering three USB-A ports versus LG's focus on Thunderbolt connectivity. Battery performance strongly favors LG at 22 hours versus ASUS's 10 hours. At $200 more, LG gram 14 justifies its premium through superior build quality, display, and battery life. Choose ASUS for gaming performance; select LG for everyday productivity and mobility.
Who Should Buy
Buy the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2024) if…
- →RTX 4060 with Ryzen 7 8845HS is great value for 1080p gaming
- →90 Wh battery surprisingly good for a gaming laptop
- →MIL-STD-810H certified for durability
Buy the LG gram 14 (2024) if…
- →Incredibly lightweight at just 0.99 kg — one of the lightest 14-inch laptops
- →Outstanding 72 Wh battery provides all-day endurance
- →MIL-STD 810H durability testing for ruggedness
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2024)
Pros
- RTX 4060 with Ryzen 7 8845HS is great value for 1080p gaming
- 90 Wh battery surprisingly good for a gaming laptop
- MIL-STD-810H certified for durability
- Upgradeable RAM and dual SSD slots
- Quiet under light workloads
Cons
- 1080p FHD display looks soft on a 15.6-inch screen
- 300-nit brightness is poor for well-lit rooms
- Plastic chassis lacks a premium feel
- No Thunderbolt support
- Fan noise escalates quickly under load
LG gram 14 (2024)
Pros
- Incredibly lightweight at just 0.99 kg — one of the lightest 14-inch laptops
- Outstanding 72 Wh battery provides all-day endurance
- MIL-STD 810H durability testing for ruggedness
- Intel Core Ultra with NPU for on-device AI tasks
- Good port selection for such a thin and light machine
Cons
- 60Hz display refresh rate feels sluggish
- 350-nit brightness is dim for outdoor use
- Build can feel slightly flexible due to lightweight materials
- Integrated Intel Arc graphics limit gaming capability
- Starting at $1299 is expensive for the specs
Full Specifications
| Spec | ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2024) | LG gram 14 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 2.20 kg | 0.99 kg |
| Material | Plastic with metal reinforcement | Magnesium alloy |
| Dimensions | 354.9 x 251.9 x 22.9 mm | 312 x 213.9 x 16.4 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | 1 |
| USB-A ports | 3 | 1 |
| USB-C ports | 1 | — |
| SD card | — | |
| Thunderbolt ports | 0 | 2 |
| Microsd | — | |
| Headphone Jack | — | |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 10 hours light use | Up to 22 hours |
| Capacity | 90 Wh | 72 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 15.6 inches | 14 inches |
| Type | FHD IPS 144Hz | IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1600 |
| Refresh rate | 144Hz | 60Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 300 | 350 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB NVMe | 512 GB / 1 TB NVMe PCIe Gen 4 |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB DDR5 | 16 GB / 32 GB LPDDR5x |
| Cores | 8-core / 16-thread | 16-core (6P + 8E + 2 LP-E) |
| Chipset | AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H |
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