Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 vs LG Gram SuperSlim
The Verdict
Both laptops feature Intel Core Ultra 7 155H processors with 16GB RAM, but they cater to different priorities. Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 offers superior value at $999, delivering a larger 16-inch 2.5K 120Hz IPS display with 350 nits brightness, more comprehensive port selection (USB-A, SD card slot), and comparable 11-hour battery life. LG Gram SuperSlim prioritizes portability with an ultra-lightweight magnesium chassis (0.99kg) and stunning OLED display at 400 nits, though its 15.6-inch 1080p panel feels dated versus the Lenovo's sharper 2560x1600 resolution. LG includes dual Thunderbolt ports but omits USB-A entirely and charges 70% more. For productivity, content creation, and general use, the Lenovo delivers significantly better specs and connectivity at substantially lower cost. The LG justifies its premium only if ultraportability and OLED colors are essential priorities. Recommendation: Choose Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 for better overall value and versatility.
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 SuperSlim if…
- →Under 1 kg — the lightest 15.6-inch laptop you can buy
- →15.6-inch OLED display in an impossibly thin 0.43-inch chassis
- →Thunderbolt 4 and HDMI in such a thin form factor is impressive
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 SuperSlim
Pros
- Under 1 kg — the lightest 15.6-inch laptop you can buy
- 15.6-inch OLED display in an impossibly thin 0.43-inch chassis
- Thunderbolt 4 and HDMI in such a thin form factor is impressive
- 12-hour battery life despite the razor-thin build
- MIL-STD-810H durability tested despite the low weight
Cons
- FHD resolution on 15.6 inches — should be 2.5K at this price
- Very expensive at $1,699 for the specs
- No USB-A ports — dongles needed for legacy peripherals
- 60Hz display — no high refresh option
Full Specifications
| Spec | Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 | LG Gram SuperSlim |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1.98 kg | 2.18 lbs (0.99 kg) |
| Material | Aluminum lid with plastic base | Magnesium alloy |
| Dimensions | 356.2 x 248.2 x 18.9 mm | 14.09 x 9.61 x 0.43 inches |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | |
| USB-A ports | 2 | — |
| USB-C ports | 1 | 2 |
| SD card | — | |
| Thunderbolt ports | 1 | 2 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 11 hours mixed use | Up to 12 hours |
| Capacity | 84 Wh | 60 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16.0 inches | 15.6 inches |
| Type | 2.5K IPS anti-glare | OLED |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 60Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 350 | 400 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB NVMe | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB DDR5 | 16 GB LPDDR5X |
| Cores | 16-core (6P+8E+2LPE) | 16 cores (6P + 8E + 2LPE) |
| Chipset | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H |
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