HP Envy 16 (2024) vs LG Gram Pro 16 (2024)
The Verdict
Both laptops share the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H and 16GB RAM, but diverge significantly in design philosophy and display technology. HP Envy 16 prioritizes screen real estate with a bright 400-nit IPS touchscreen (2560x1600) and includes double the storage at 1TB versus LG's 512GB. LG Gram Pro 16 counters with exceptional portability—weighing just 1.20kg versus HP's 2.34kg—and features a superior OLED anti-glare display (2880x1800) delivering deeper blacks and better color accuracy. Battery longevity favors LG at 14 hours mixed use against HP's 10 hours. Port selection slightly favors HP with two additional USB-A ports. If you prioritize ultraportability, display quality, and endurance for content creation or travel, LG Gram Pro 16 justifies its $400 premium. Choose HP Envy 16 if you value touchscreen functionality, larger storage capacity, and brighter screen output for general productivity at a lower price point.
Who Should Buy
Buy the HP Envy 16 (2024) if…
- →Optional NVIDIA RTX 4060 GPU for creative and light gaming workloads
- →Excellent 2.5K 120Hz touchscreen display
- →Comprehensive port selection including SD card reader
Buy the LG Gram Pro 16 (2024) if…
- →Only 1.20 kg with a gorgeous OLED panel — exceptional combination
- →120Hz OLED display with accurate color for creatives
- →14-hour battery life is excellent for an OLED ultrabook
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
HP Envy 16 (2024)
Pros
- Optional NVIDIA RTX 4060 GPU for creative and light gaming workloads
- Excellent 2.5K 120Hz touchscreen display
- Comprehensive port selection including SD card reader
- User-upgradeable RAM and storage
Cons
- Heavy and bulky for daily portability
- Battery life suffers under GPU load
- Fans get loud during intensive workloads
- Bezel design feels dated next to Spectre line
LG Gram Pro 16 (2024)
Pros
- Only 1.20 kg with a gorgeous OLED panel — exceptional combination
- 120Hz OLED display with accurate color for creatives
- 14-hour battery life is excellent for an OLED ultrabook
- Good port variety including three USB-A and SD card
- MIL-STD-810H durability certification
Cons
- OLED brightness capped at 350 nits — not ideal in sunlight
- No discrete GPU for GPU-intensive tasks
- Higher price than the standard Gram line
- RAM soldered to board — no upgrade path
- OLED glossy surface catches fingerprints
Full Specifications
| Spec | HP Envy 16 (2024) | LG Gram Pro 16 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 2.34 kg | 1.20 kg |
| Material | Aluminum | Magnesium alloy |
| Dimensions | 358 x 252 x 19.9 mm | 355.8 x 243.4 x 12.5 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | 1 |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 3 |
| USB-C ports | 2 | 1 |
| SD card | ||
| Thunderbolt ports | 2 | 2 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 10 hours | Up to 14 hours mixed use |
| Capacity | 83 Wh | 80 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16 inches | 16.0 inches |
| Type | IPS touchscreen | OLED anti-glare |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 400 | 350 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 1 TB | 512 GB NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB DDR5 | 16 GB LPDDR5x |
| Cores | 16 cores | 16-core (6P+8E+2LPE) |
| Chipset | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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