LG Gram SuperSlim vs Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2
The Verdict
LG Gram SuperSlim prioritizes portability with its featherlight 2.18 lb design and remarkably thin 0.43 inch profile, making it exceptional for frequent travelers. Its 15.6 inch OLED display offers superior color accuracy and contrast despite lower 1920x1080 resolution. The Intel Core Ultra 7 155H processor with 16 cores and LPDDR5X RAM deliver solid everyday performance, though the non-expandable 512GB storage is restrictive. Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 trades mobility for capability, weighing 4.37 lbs but offering a more robust 14.4 inch PixelSense Flow display with 2400x1600 resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and 500 nits brightness ideal for creative work. Its removable SSD provides upgrade flexibility, legacy USB-A port, and SD card slot enhance connectivity, while the older Core i7-13700H still performs admirably. Battery longevity favors Surface (16 hours vs 12 hours). LG Gram SuperSlim wins for ultraportable productivity and display quality, whereas Surface Laptop Studio 2 suits professionals needing touchscreen functionality, better I/O, and content creation capabilities. Choose LG for nomadic users prioritizing weight and OLED visual quality, Surface for creative professionals requiring expandable storage and legacy port access.
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 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 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 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 SuperSlim | Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 2.18 lbs (0.99 kg) | 4.37 lbs (1.98 kg) |
| Material | Magnesium alloy | Magnesium and aluminum |
| Dimensions | 14.09 x 9.61 x 0.43 inches | 12.72 x 8.98 x 0.86 inches |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB-C ports | 2 | 2 |
| Thunderbolt ports | 2 | 2 |
| USB-A ports | — | 1 |
| SD card | — | |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 12 hours | Up to 16 hours |
| Capacity | 60 Wh | 58 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 15.6 inches | 14.4 inches |
| Type | OLED | PixelSense Flow touch |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2400 x 1600 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 400 | 500 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe | 512 GB removable SSD |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5X | 16 GB LPDDR5 |
| Cores | 16 cores (6P + 8E + 2LPE) | 14 cores (6P + 8E) |
| Chipset | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel Core i7-13700H (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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