LG Gram Pro 16 (2024) vs Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
The Verdict
Both laptops target creative professionals with premium 16-inch OLED displays, but they excel in different areas. LG Gram Pro 16 prioritizes portability at 1.20 kg versus Samsung's 1.79 kg, making it roughly 500 grams lighter for daily commutes. The Gram's 14-hour battery life substantially outpaces the Galaxy Book3's 8 hours, critical for those working away from outlets. Samsung counters with a brighter 400-nit display, double the base storage (1TB vs 512GB), and 32GB RAM compared to LG's 16GB. Processor-wise, Samsung's Intel i9-13900H offers 14 cores while LG's newer Intel Core Ultra 7 155H features 16 cores with more efficient architecture. Port selection slightly favors LG with three USB-A ports versus Samsung's single USB-A. At $1799 versus $2399, the Gram Pro delivers superior value for mobile professionals who prioritize weight and endurance. The Galaxy Book3 Ultra suits desk-bound creators demanding maximum RAM and storage capacity. Unless you absolutely need 32GB RAM and 1TB storage out of the box, LG's exceptional battery life and portability at a $600 lower price point make it the smarter choice for most users.
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 Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra if…
- →Gorgeous 16-inch 2.8K AMOLED 120Hz display with vivid colors
- →NVIDIA RTX 4070 Laptop GPU handles creative and gaming workloads
- →Under 4 lbs — lightweight for a 16-inch laptop with discrete GPU
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
Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Pros
- Gorgeous 16-inch 2.8K AMOLED 120Hz display with vivid colors
- NVIDIA RTX 4070 Laptop GPU handles creative and gaming workloads
- Under 4 lbs — lightweight for a 16-inch laptop with discrete GPU
- Seamless Samsung ecosystem integration with Galaxy phones and tablets
- Excellent keyboard with 1.5 mm key travel and good feedback
Cons
- $2,399 is steep and competes directly with MacBook Pro 16
- 76 Wh battery drains faster on AMOLED — expect 6-7 hours in practice
- Soldered RAM and SSD limit upgradeability
- Samsung software bloatware is annoying to clean up
- No OLED brightness matching Apple's XDR 1600-nit HDR peak
Full Specifications
| Spec | LG Gram Pro 16 (2024) | Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1.20 kg | 3.95 lbs (1.79 kg) |
| Material | Magnesium alloy | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 355.8 x 243.4 x 12.5 mm | 13.99 x 9.86 x 0.65 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 8 hours |
| Capacity | 80 Wh | 76 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16.0 inches | 16 inches |
| Type | OLED anti-glare | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 350 | 400 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB NVMe | 1 TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5x | 32 GB LPDDR5 |
| Cores | 16-core (6P+8E+2LPE) | 14 cores (6P + 8E) |
| Chipset | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel Core i9-13900H (13th Gen) |
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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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