LG Gram 16 2022 vs Apple MacBook Pro 16 2021 Comparison

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LG Gram 16 2022

16 inches | April 2022

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16.2 inches | October 2021

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LG Gram 16 2022 vs Apple MacBook Pro 16 2021 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing Gram 16 2022 and MacBook Pro 16 2021, two laptops from LG and Apple. LG Gram 16 2022 was introduced to market in April 2022 and Apple MacBook Pro 16 2021 was launched in October 2021. There is only 6 months difference between Gram 16 2022 and MacBook Pro 16 2021 so we are expecting this to be a fair comparison regarding age and technology level.

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Here is a brief look at the main features of LG Gram 16 2022 and Apple MacBook Pro 16 2021 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

LG Gram 16 2022 Key Specs

Launched in April 2022
16.0" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i5 1240P
GPU: Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (80EU)
16GB Ram
354.5 x 242.1 x 16.8 mm (13.96 x 9.53 x 0.66 inches)
Weight: 1.19 kg (2.62 lbs)

Apple MacBook Pro 16 2021 Key Specs

Launched in October 2021
16.2" Mini LED, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Apple M1 Pro
GPU: Apple M1 Pro GPU (16-core)
16GB Ram
355.7 x 248.1 x 16.8 mm (14 x 9.77 x 0.66 inches)
Weight: 2.1 kg (4.63 lbs)

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Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Gram 16 2022 and MacBook Pro 16 2021 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose LG Gram 16 2022 over Apple MacBook Pro 16 2021

Weight	1.19 kg vs 2.10 kg	0.91 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~86.5% vs ~86.2%	Larger screen area ratio
Screen Type	Matte vs Glossy	potentially less reflections on screen
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs No	Easily increase the Storage when needed
Bluetooth	v5.1 vs v5	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
Numeric Pad	Yes vs No	Fast way to input numbers

Reasons to choose Apple MacBook Pro 16 2021 over LG Gram 16 2022

Side Bezel Thickness	3.4 mm vs 4.9 mm	1.5 mm thinner bezels
Display Size	16.2 inches vs 16 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Refresh Rate	120 Hz vs 60 Hz	Smoother media experience
Contrast Rate	25700:1 vs 1200:1	more pleasing colors
Screen PPI	254 ppi vs 189 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Resolution	3456 x 2234 pixels vs 2560 x 1600 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
DCI-P3 Color Gamut	99.1% vs 99%	Wider DCI-P3 Color Gamut
Max Brightness	500 nits vs 350 nits	Brighter Screen
CPU Fabrication Process	5 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation CPU
GPU Fabrication Process	5 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation GPU
GPU FLOPS	5.2 TFLOPS vs 1.41 TFLOPS	Flexible cable positions
Charging Port Position	Left, Right vs Left	3D Surround Sound Support
Dolby Atmos Speakers	Yes vs No	Better Sound capture
Number of Microphones	3 vs 2	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-C Ports	3x USB 4.0 vs 2x USB 4.0	Larger Touchpad Area
Touchpad Size	15.5 x 9.9 cm vs 13.1 x 8.2 cm

Common Strengths of Apple MacBook Pro 16 2021 and LG Gram 16 2022

Launch Dates	April 2022 vs October 2021	Both laptops are recent models
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
USB Power Delivery	Yes vs Yes	Charging via USB port gives flexibility
Wi-Fi Standard	v6E vs v6	Fast and Reliable Wi-Fi Connections
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes vs Yes	Easy Login with Fingerprint Sensor
Thunderbolt Port	v4 vs v4	Fast data and power transfer via Thunderbolt Port
HDMI Output	1x HDMI 2.0 vs 1x HDMI 2.0	Connect to External Displays via HDMI cable
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable
Built-in SD Card Reader	Yes vs Yes	Read & Write SD Cards
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Weaknesses of Apple MacBook Pro 16 2021 and LG Gram 16 2022

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability
Upgradable RAM	No vs No	No Option to increase the RAM size

LG Gram 16 2022 vs Apple MacBook Pro 16 2021: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the LG Gram 16 2022 and the Apple MacBook Pro 16 2021.

Physical Specs
Weight	1.19 kg (2.62 lbs)	2.1 kg (4.63 lbs)
Surface Area	858 cm2 (133 inches2)	882 cm2 (136.8 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~86.5%	~86.2%
Side Bezel Thickness	~4.9 mm	~3.4 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.07 kg/inch	0.13 kg/inch
	0.154 lbs/inch	0.286 lbs/inch
Colors	Black, Gray	Silver, Gray

Comparison of the LG Gram 16 2022 and the Apple MacBook Pro 16 2021 External Dimensions

Weight

Gram 16 2022 weighs 1.19 kg (2.62 lbs), whereas the MacBook Pro 16 2021 weighs 2.1 kg (4.63 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. However, it's important to consider that comparing their weights directly may not provide a complete picture since they also have different display sizes.

Weight Comparison

Displays size 16.0-16.9 inches

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Thickness Comparison

Displays size 16.0-16.9 inches

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Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the LG Gram 16 2022 is 0.07 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Apple MacBook Pro 16 2021 is 0.13 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Microsoft Surface Pro 12: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ14 HT7407: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch

LG Gram 16 2022 vs Apple MacBook Pro 16 2021: Internals Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core i5 1240P Intel Core i7 1260P	Apple M1 Pro Apple M1 Max
Base Frequency	1.7 GHz	2.0 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.4 GHz	3.2 GHz
Number of Cores	12	10
Number of Threads	16	10
L3 Cache	12 MB
Integrated GPU	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)	Apple M1 Pro GPU (16-core)
CPU Fabrication Process	10 nm	5 nm
Geekbench 5 (Single)	1593	1780
Geekbench 5 (Multi)	7956	12589
Cinebench 23 (Single)	1516	1537
Cinebench 23 (Multi)	9305	12182

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the LG Gram 16 2022 and Apple MacBook Pro 16 2021.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPUs and compare them:

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Laptops with: Apple M1 Pro

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GPU Comparison

GPU Model	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)	Apple M1 Pro GPU (16-core)
Base Clock Frequency	300 MHz	450 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	1100 MHz	1296 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	15 W	30 W
Type	Integrated	Integrated
FLOPS	1.41 TFLOPS	5.2 TFLOPS
Memory Size	System Shared	System Shared
Memory Type	LPDDR5	LPDDR5
Memory Bus	System Shared	256 bit
Memory Speed	5.2 Gbps	6.4 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	640	2048
TMUs	40	128
ROPs	20	64

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. LG Gram 16 2022 has a FLOPS value of 1.41 TFLOPS whereas the Apple MacBook Pro 16 2021 ' has a FLOPS value of 5.2 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Apple MacBook Pro 16 2021 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	16GB 32GB	16GB 32GB 64GB
Memory Bus	2x8 GB
RAM Clock	5200 MHz	6400 MHz
RAM Type	LPDDR5	LPDDR5
Upgradable	No	No

Both laptops, the Gram 16 2022 and the MacBook Pro 16 2021, come with similar RAM capacities of 16 GB, providing comparable performance in memory-intensive tasks.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) each of these laptops could support, based on their respective hardware specifications. It's meant to help you compare their suitability for running AI models locally.

LLM Category	LG Gram 16 (2022)	Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2021)
CPU	Intel Core i5 1240P	Apple M1 Pro (NPU)
GPU	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)	Apple GPU (Metal, unified memory)
Memory	16 GB	16 GB
Available for LLM total	~10.5 GB (10.5 GB RAM)	~10.5 GB (10.5 GB RAM)
Small Models (1-3B): Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B Requires ~2 GB memory	✔ Modest Speed fits in your 10.5 GB RAM	✔ Runs Well fits in your 10.5 GB RAM
Medium Models (7-8B): Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B Requires ~5 GB memory	⚠ Borderline / Slow fits in your 10.5 GB RAM	✔ Modest Speed fits in your 10.5 GB RAM
Large Models
13-15B Models (e.g., Llama 3 14B, Qwen1.5 14B) Requires ~9 GB memory	! Not Practical fits in your 10.5 GB RAM	✔ Modest Speed fits in your 10.5 GB RAM
16-24B Models (e.g., Dense 20B Q4 ~15.5GB) Requires ~14 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
24-30B Models (e.g., Dense 30B Q4) Requires ~18 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
MoE Models (Mixture-of-Experts) (e.g., Mixtral 8x7B - total ~47B, active ~12-13B) Requires ~24 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
Extra-Large Models (65B+): Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B Requires ~42 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM

For more detailed LLM evaluation (subcategories, performance ranges, memory breakdown)

LG Gram 16 (2022)|Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2021)

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

📌 Model Types: Dense 30B Q4 models typically require around 19–22 GB of total VRAM, so they run best on systems with ≥24 GB VRAM. MoE models like Mixtral 8x7B (≈47B total parameters, usually ≈23–26 GB in 4-bit) also need high memory because all experts must be loaded, even though only a few are active per token. They reduce compute cost per token (similar to a ~12–13B dense model), but not memory usage, so they are not practical on 14–16 GB systems.

🚀 Modern NPU (Neural Processing Unit): Modern processors like AMD Ryzen AI and Intel Core Ultra feature NPU and unified memory architecture. NPUs provide modest performance gains (0-30% faster) with better power efficiency compared to iGPU-only execution. Real-world tests show ~3-10 tok/s range on 13B models with 32GB RAM (varies by runtime, quantization, and context), comparable to iGPU but more power-efficient. Note: These figures are examples from various NPU systems; actual performance depends on your specific hardware configuration.

Understanding Performance Categories

The performance descriptions use general categories because actual speed varies greatly based on your specific hardware, model optimization, context length, and runtime software.

Performance Level	Typical Range	User Experience
Runs Smoothly (High-end dGPU)	50+ tok/s	Real-time response. Feels instant, like ChatGPT.
Runs Well (Mid-range dGPU)	20-50 tok/s	Good interactive performance. Slight delay, but usable.
Modest Speed (iGPU/NPU/CPU)	5-20 tok/s	Usable for tasks that don't need instant responses. Noticeable typing delay.
Borderline / Slow (Limited hardware)	2-5 tok/s	Slow-Very slow. Patience required. Better for batch processing.
Not Practical	<2 tok/s	Too slow for regular use. May cause system hangs or instability.

💡 Tip: Your actual results may be higher or lower than these ranges. Test with your specific hardware to know for sure!

⚠️ Note: Performance categorization is based on VRAM capacity and RAM fallback status. GPU type (memory bandwidth, compute power) can also affect actual performance. Currently, we prioritize whether the model fits in VRAM or requires RAM fallback for classification. We may refine this categorization in future updates based on more detailed benchmarks.

BATTERY

BATTERY	80 Wh 90 Wh	100 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Ion	Li-Po
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	No	No
USB Power Delivery	Yes	Yes
Charging Port Position	Left	Left, Right
Charge Power	65 W	140 W

On the other hand, the MacBook Pro 16 2021 features a higher battery capacity of 100 Wh, delivering longer usage time compared to the Gram 16 2022's 80 Wh.

Battery Comparison

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STORAGE
The MacBook Pro 16 2021 offers a larger max storage capacity of 8 TB, providing more room for storing files and data compared to the Gram 16 2022's storage capacity of 1 TB.

Storage Options	512 GB, 1 TB	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB, 8 TB
Upgradable	Yes	No
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	Custom

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

LG Gram 16 2022 vs Apple MacBook Pro 16 2021: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the LG Gram 16 2022 and Apple MacBook Pro 16 2021 since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. Gram 16 2022 has a display size of 16.0".On the other hand, MacBook Pro 16 2021 has a larger16.2" display.The total usable screen area of the Gram 16 2022 is 742cm² / 115inch² whereas the MacBook Pro 16 2021's total usable screen area is 761cm² / 118inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the MacBook Pro 16 2021 features a higher pixel density with 254 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

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Refresh Rate
The MacBook Pro 16 2021 offers a higher refresh rate of 120 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Brightness
The MacBook Pro 16 2021 offers a higher maximum brightness of 500 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

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LG Gram 16 2022 vs Apple MacBook Pro 16 2021 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Gram 16 2022 features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v6E, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to MacBook Pro 16 2021 (v6).

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Gram 16 2022 is equipped with 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports. MacBook Pro 16 2021 does not have USB-A ports.
Both Gram 16 2022 and MacBook Pro 16 2021 have USB Type-C ports. Gram 16 2022 has 2x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports, while MacBook Pro 16 2021 has 3x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
Both Gram 16 2022 and MacBook Pro 16 2021 are equipped with Thunderbolt 4 ports.

HDMI
Both Gram 16 2022 and MacBook Pro 16 2021 feature an HDMI port (1x HDMI 2.0) for connecting to external monitors.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
Both Gram 16 2022 and MacBook Pro 16 2021 come with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards.

Audio Jack
Both Gram 16 2022 and MacBook Pro 16 2021 are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v6E	v6
Bluetooth (latest: v6.2)	v5.1	v5
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	2x USB 3.2	No
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	2x USB 4.0	3x USB 4.0
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	Thunderbolt 4	Thunderbolt 4
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.0	1x HDMI 2.0
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes	Yes
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No	No
SD CardReader	Yes	Yes
Proprietary Charging Port	No	Yes