LG Gram SuperSlim vs Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro
The Verdict
LG Gram SuperSlim prioritizes portability with its exceptional 2.18 lb magnesium design and 15.6-inch OLED display, making it ideal for frequent travelers despite its 1080p resolution and 12-hour battery. Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro counters with a larger 16-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen boasting 2880×1800 resolution and 120Hz refresh rate, coupled with superior 18-hour battery life and SD card slot for expandability. Performance-wise, the LG uses Intel Core Ultra 7 155H with 16 cores, while Samsung opts for the newer 265V with 8 cores—both handle productivity effectively. At $1,699 versus $1,449, Samsung delivers better overall value with premium display quality, longer endurance, and a larger work area. However, if ultra-portable weight is paramount, the LG's sub-kilogram design justifies its premium. For most users balancing performance, display quality, and battery life, Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro offers superior versatility at a lower price point.
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 Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro if…
- →Stunning 120Hz AMOLED display is the best screen on any Windows ultrabook
- →18-hour battery life matches MacBook Air endurance
- →Incredibly thin at 0.47 inches and light at 3.44 lbs
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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
Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro
Pros
- Stunning 120Hz AMOLED display is the best screen on any Windows ultrabook
- 18-hour battery life matches MacBook Air endurance
- Incredibly thin at 0.47 inches and light at 3.44 lbs
- Galaxy ecosystem integration with Samsung phones and tablets
- HDMI and SD card slot included despite the thin chassis
Cons
- Intel Core Ultra 7 265V is efficient but not a performance powerhouse
- No discrete GPU for gaming or heavy creative work
- 512 GB base storage is tight at this price
- AMOLED panel can drain battery faster at high brightness
Full Specifications
| Spec | LG Gram SuperSlim | Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 2.18 lbs (0.99 kg) | 3.44 lbs (1.56 kg) |
| Material | Magnesium alloy | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 14.09 x 9.61 x 0.43 inches | 14.04 x 9.86 x 0.47 inches |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB-C ports | 2 | 2 |
| Thunderbolt ports | 2 | 2 |
| SD card | — | |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 12 hours | Up to 18 hours |
| Capacity | 60 Wh | 76 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 15.6 inches | 16 inches |
| Type | OLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 400 | 500 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5X | 16 GB LPDDR5X |
| Cores | 16 cores (6P + 8E + 2LPE) | 8 cores (4P + 4E) |
| Chipset | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel Core Ultra 7 265V |
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