Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 vs LG gram 14 (2024)
The Verdict
Both laptops feature Intel Core Ultra 7 155H processors and 16GB DDR5/LPDDR5x RAM, but serve different priorities. Lenovo's IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 delivers a larger 16-inch 2.5K display with 120Hz refresh rate, ideal for productivity and content creation, alongside stronger battery capacity at 84Wh and better port variety including dual Thunderbolt. LG's gram 14 excels in portability at just 0.99kg with premium magnesium construction and exceptional 22-hour battery life, plus dual Thunderbolt ports and a headphone jack. Display brightness matches at 350 nits, though Lenovo's higher refresh rate benefits smooth scrolling. Storage options are comparable at 512GB base configurations. For desktop replacement work and gaming, choose the Lenovo; for ultraportable business travel and all-day unplugged usage, the LG gram wins despite its $300 premium and smaller screen.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 if…
- →Strong Intel Core Ultra 7 performance at an accessible price
- →2.5K 120Hz IPS display is excellent for the tier
- →Full port suite including SD card and USB-A
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
Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16
Pros
- Strong Intel Core Ultra 7 performance at an accessible price
- 2.5K 120Hz IPS display is excellent for the tier
- Full port suite including SD card and USB-A
- Upgradeable RAM and SSD
- 84 Wh battery supports all-day use
Cons
- Plastic base panel feels less premium
- Display brightness of 350 nits is modest
- No discrete GPU on base model
- Fans audible under sustained workloads
- Heavier than comparable ultrabooks
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 | Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 | LG gram 14 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1.98 kg | 0.99 kg |
| Material | Aluminum lid with plastic base | Magnesium alloy |
| Dimensions | 356.2 x 248.2 x 18.9 mm | 312 x 213.9 x 16.4 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | 1 |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 1 |
| USB-C ports | 1 | — |
| SD card | — | |
| Thunderbolt ports | 1 | 2 |
| Microsd | — | |
| Headphone Jack | — | |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 11 hours mixed use | Up to 22 hours |
| Capacity | 84 Wh | 72 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16.0 inches | 14 inches |
| Type | 2.5K IPS anti-glare | IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2560 x 1600 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 60Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 350 | 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 | 16-core (6P+8E+2LPE) | 16-core (6P + 8E + 2 LP-E) |
| 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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