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LG Gram SuperSlim vs Microsoft Surface Laptop 5

Updated Apr 2026laptops
LG Gram SuperSlim
LG
LG Gram SuperSlim
$1,699
8.3/10
VS
Microsoft Surface Laptop 5
Microsoft
Microsoft Surface Laptop 5
$999
8.1/10

The Verdict

LG Gram SuperSlim delivers a larger 15.6-inch OLED display with superior color accuracy and newer Intel Core Ultra 7 155H processing power, paired with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage as standard. Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 counters with exceptional portability at 1.27kg, higher 2256x1504 resolution on its 13.5-inch PixelSense display, and impressive 18-hour battery endurance. LG excels for content creators and multitaskers needing screen real estate, while Microsoft targets ultraportable users prioritizing battery life and build quality. Surface Laptop 5 offers better value at $999 with upgradeable storage options, though LG's OLED panel and newer CPU justify its $1699 premium for performance-focused professionals. Choose Surface Laptop 5 for everyday portability and longevity, or LG Gram SuperSlim if display quality and processing muscle matter most.

ValueLaptop 5
BatteryLaptop 5
DisplayGram SuperSlim
PerformanceGram SuperSlim
portabilityLaptop 5

Who Should Buy

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

Buy the Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 if…

  • Excellent 3:2 aspect ratio PixelSense touchscreen for productivity
  • Alcantara keyboard deck is comfortable and distinctive
  • Lightweight at 1.27 kg for easy portability

Category Scores

LG Gram SuperSlim
Microsoft Surface Laptop 5
Value
7.2
8.4
Battery
7.9
8.8
Display
8.7
8.4
Performance
8.6
7.5
portability
7.8
9.2

Pros & Cons

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

Microsoft Surface Laptop 5

Pros

  • Excellent 3:2 aspect ratio PixelSense touchscreen for productivity
  • Alcantara keyboard deck is comfortable and distinctive
  • Lightweight at 1.27 kg for easy portability
  • Up to 18 hours claimed battery life
  • Removable SSD for easier data recovery

Cons

  • Only one USB-C port and one USB-A port — very limited
  • 60Hz display lacks the smoothness of 120Hz competitors
  • No Thunderbolt 4 — USB-C is USB 4.0 with limited bandwidth
  • Surface Connect charger is proprietary
  • 8 GB base RAM is restrictive for multitasking

Full Specifications

SpecLG Gram SuperSlimMicrosoft Surface Laptop 5
SoftwareWindows 11 HomeWindows 11
Body
Weight2.18 lbs (0.99 kg)1.27 kg
MaterialMagnesium alloyAluminum and Alcantara
Dimensions14.09 x 9.61 x 0.43 inches308 x 223 x 14.5 mm
Ports
HDMI
USB-C ports21
Thunderbolt ports2
USB-A ports1
Headphone Jack
Surface Connect
Battery
Battery lifeUp to 12 hoursUp to 18 hours
Capacity60 Wh47.4 Wh
Display
Size15.6 inches13.5 inches
TypeOLEDPixelSense IPS LCD
Resolution1920 x 10802256 x 1504
Refresh rate60Hz60Hz
Brightness (nits)400400
Storage
SSD512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe256 GB / 512 GB (removable SSD)
Expandable storage
Keyboard
Backlit
Processor
RAM16 GB LPDDR5X8 GB / 16 GB
Cores16 cores (6P + 8E + 2LPE)10-core (2P + 8E)
ChipsetIntel Core Ultra 7 155H12th Gen Intel Core i5-1235U / i7-1255U

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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