LG gram 14 (2024) vs Microsoft Surface Go 4
The Verdict
LG gram 14 (2024) and Microsoft Surface Go 4 serve entirely different use cases despite both running Windows. LG's offering features a powerful Intel Core Ultra 7 155H processor with 16 cores, 16GB RAM standard, and a spacious 14-inch 2560x1600 display, making it suitable for content creation and multitasking. Its 22-hour battery life and comprehensive port selection (Thunderbolt 2, USB-A, HDMI) provide professional flexibility. Surface Go 4, conversely, pairs a modest Intel N200 processor with just 8GB RAM and 128GB storage, targeting ultraportable needs with its 10.5-inch touchscreen and featherweight 0.55kg design. At $1299 versus $579, the gram 14 justifies premium pricing through significant performance advantages and extended productivity. Surface Go 4 excels only in portability and touch integration. For serious work, LG gram 14 (2024) is the clear choice.
Who Should Buy
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
Buy the Microsoft Surface Go 4 if…
- →Ultra-portable at 1.22 lbs — lightest Windows tablet/laptop
- →Windows 11 Pro included — enterprise-ready out of the box
- →Surface Pen and Type Cover support for versatile use
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
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
Microsoft Surface Go 4
Pros
- Ultra-portable at 1.22 lbs — lightest Windows tablet/laptop
- Windows 11 Pro included — enterprise-ready out of the box
- Surface Pen and Type Cover support for versatile use
- PixelSense touchscreen with excellent touch and pen accuracy
- microSD slot for expandable storage
Cons
- Intel N200 is slow for anything beyond basic web browsing
- 128 GB storage fills up quickly with Windows updates
- Type Cover keyboard sold separately at $99-$129
- Only one USB-C port — no USB-A, no HDMI
Full Specifications
| Spec | LG gram 14 (2024) | Microsoft Surface Go 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 0.99 kg | 1.22 lbs (0.55 kg) |
| Material | Magnesium alloy | Magnesium alloy |
| Dimensions | 312 x 213.9 x 16.4 mm | 9.65 x 6.9 x 0.33 inches |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | — |
| USB-A ports | 1 | — |
| Microsd | — | |
| Thunderbolt ports | 2 | — |
| Headphone Jack | — | |
| USB-C ports | — | 1 |
| SD card | — | |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 22 hours | Up to 12.5 hours |
| Capacity | 72 Wh | 28 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14 inches | 10.5 inches |
| Type | IPS LCD | PixelSense IPS touchscreen |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1280 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 60Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 350 | 400 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB / 1 TB NVMe PCIe Gen 4 | 128 GB UFS |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB / 32 GB LPDDR5x | 8 GB LPDDR5 |
| Cores | 16-core (6P + 8E + 2 LP-E) | 4 cores |
| Chipset | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel N200 |
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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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