LG gram 14 (2024) vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra
The Verdict
LG gram 14 excels as an ultraportable workhorse with its featherweight 0.99 kg magnesium chassis and exceptional 22-hour battery life, powered by Intel Core Ultra 7 155H with 16-32GB LPDDR5x RAM. Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra targets performance-focused users with a larger 16-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display boasting 120Hz refresh rate, superior brightness at 400 nits, and the faster Core Ultra 9 185H processor, though it weighs nearly double at 1.86 kg and delivers just 13 hours of battery. Display quality favors Samsung's vibrant AMOLED technology over LG's IPS LCD, while LG prioritizes portability and endurance. At $1299 versus $2399.99, LG gram 14 delivers remarkable value for mobile professionals prioritizing mobility and battery stamina. Samsung suits creative professionals and gamers needing raw performance and screen real estate. LG gram 14 is the better overall choice for most users.
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 Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra if…
- →Stunning 3K AMOLED 120Hz display with deep colors
- →Includes NVIDIA RTX 4050 or 4070 discrete GPU
- →Surprisingly thin and light for a 16-inch with dGPU
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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
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra
Pros
- Stunning 3K AMOLED 120Hz display with deep colors
- Includes NVIDIA RTX 4050 or 4070 discrete GPU
- Surprisingly thin and light for a 16-inch with dGPU
- Tight integration with Samsung Galaxy ecosystem
Cons
- Premium pricing rivals workstation laptops
- Soldered RAM, only storage is upgradable
- Speakers underwhelming versus MacBook competitors
- Touchpad palm rejection occasionally inconsistent
Full Specifications
| Spec | LG gram 14 (2024) | Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 0.99 kg | 1.86 kg |
| Material | Magnesium alloy | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 312 x 213.9 x 16.4 mm | 355.4 x 250.4 x 16.5 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | 1 |
| USB-A ports | 1 | 1 |
| Microsd | — | |
| Thunderbolt ports | 2 | 2 |
| Headphone Jack | — | |
| USB-C ports | — | 2 |
| SD card | — | |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 22 hours | Up to 13 hours |
| Capacity | 72 Wh | 76 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14 inches | 16 inches |
| Type | IPS LCD | Dynamic AMOLED 2X touchscreen |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 350 | 400 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB / 1 TB NVMe PCIe Gen 4 | 1 TB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB / 32 GB LPDDR5x | 16 GB LPDDR5X |
| Cores | 16-core (6P + 8E + 2 LP-E) | 16 cores |
| Chipset | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel Core Ultra 9 185H |
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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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