LG Gram Pro 16 (2024) vs Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2
The Verdict
LG Gram Pro 16 prioritizes portability and display quality with its featherweight 1.20 kg magnesium chassis and stunning 16-inch OLED panel delivering 2880 x 1800 resolution at 120Hz with 350 nits brightness. The Intel Core Ultra 7 155H offers newer architecture with 16 cores, though paired with only 512 GB storage and 14-hour battery life. Surface Laptop Studio 2 weighs 1.98 kg and targets creative professionals with a smaller 14.4-inch touchscreen (2400 x 1600, 500 nits) and removable 512 GB SSD. Its 13th-gen Core i7-13700H with 14 cores feels dated against the Gram's 155H, and the 16-hour battery claim edges ahead despite the smaller 58 Wh capacity versus 80 Wh. The Gram Pro excels for travelers needing massive screen real estate without weight penalty, while Studio 2 suits those demanding touch input and brighter displays for design work. LG's OLED technology and newer processor architecture provide better future-proofing, though the Surface's Pro version of Windows 11 and touchscreen capability justify the $200 premium for specific workflows. For most users prioritizing performance and ultraportability, the Gram Pro 16 delivers superior value.
Who Should Buy
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
Buy the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 if…
- →Unique pull-forward display hinge converts to stage and studio modes
- →120Hz PixelSense Flow touch display with excellent Slim Pen 2 support
- →NVIDIA RTX 4060 Laptop GPU option for creative and light gaming workloads
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
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
Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2
Pros
- Unique pull-forward display hinge converts to stage and studio modes
- 120Hz PixelSense Flow touch display with excellent Slim Pen 2 support
- NVIDIA RTX 4060 Laptop GPU option for creative and light gaming workloads
- Removable SSD for easy storage upgrades and data migration
- Dual Thunderbolt 4 and USB-A — good port variety for Surface lineup
Cons
- 4.37 lbs is heavy for a 14.4-inch laptop
- Hinge mechanism limits maximum screen angle in clamshell mode
- $1,999 is expensive — RTX-equipped models cost much more
- No HDMI port despite the high price
- Keyboard deck wobbles slightly in studio mode
Full Specifications
| Spec | LG Gram Pro 16 (2024) | Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1.20 kg | 4.37 lbs (1.98 kg) |
| Material | Magnesium alloy | Magnesium and aluminum |
| Dimensions | 355.8 x 243.4 x 12.5 mm | 12.72 x 8.98 x 0.86 inches |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | |
| USB-A ports | 3 | 1 |
| USB-C ports | 1 | 2 |
| SD card | ||
| Thunderbolt ports | 2 | 2 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 14 hours mixed use | Up to 16 hours |
| Capacity | 80 Wh | 58 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16.0 inches | 14.4 inches |
| Type | OLED anti-glare | PixelSense Flow touch |
| Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 2400 x 1600 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 350 | 500 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB NVMe | 512 GB removable SSD |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5x | 16 GB LPDDR5 |
| Cores | 16-core (6P+8E+2LPE) | 14 cores (6P + 8E) |
| Chipset | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel Core i7-13700H (13th Gen) |
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