LG Gram 17 2022 vs MSI Pulse 17 2023 Comparison

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LG Gram 17 2022 vs MSI Pulse 17 2023 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing Gram 17 2022 and Pulse 17 2023, two laptops from LG and MSI. LG Gram 17 2022 was introduced to market in April 2022 and MSI Pulse 17 2023 was launched in January 2023. There is only 9 months difference between Gram 17 2022 and Pulse 17 2023 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 17 2022 and MSI Pulse 17 2023 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

LG Gram 17 2022 Key Specs

Launched in April 2022
17.0" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i5 1240P
GPU: Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (80EU)
8GB Ram
378.8 x 258.8 x 17.7 mm (14.91 x 10.19 x 0.7 inches)
Weight: 1.35 kg (2.98 lbs)

MSI Pulse 17 2023 Key Specs

Launched in January 2023
17.3" IPS LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i7 13620H
GPU: GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile 6GB
16GB Ram
398 x 273 x 27.2 mm (15.67 x 10.75 x 1.07 inches)
Weight: 2.7 kg (5.95 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Gram 17 2022 and Pulse 17 2023 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose LG Gram 17 2022 over MSI Pulse 17 2023

Weight	1.35 kg vs 2.70 kg	1.35 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~85.5% vs ~75.9%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	6.3 mm vs 7.5 mm	1.2 mm thinner bezels
Noise Level	37.2 dB vs 46.5 dB	Less fan noise
Screen PPI	178 ppi vs 127 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Resolution	2560 x 1600 pixels vs 1920 x 1080 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
sRGB Color Space	99.9% vs 57.5%	Wider sRGB Color Space Coverage
DCI-P3 Color Gamut	98.1% vs 38.4%	Wider DCI-P3 Color Gamut
Adobe RGB Profile	85.9% vs 39.7%	Wider Adobe RGB Coverage
Max Brightness	350 nits vs 250 nits	Brighter Screen
USB Power Delivery	Yes vs No	Charges via USB-C type cable
Speaker Loudness	88.1 dB vs 85 dB	Generates higher sound levels
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes vs No	Easy login with fingerprint
Webcam Resolution	1920 x 1080 vs 1280 x 720	Higher Resolution Camera
Number of USB-C Ports	2x USB 4.0 vs 1x USB 3.2	Connect more device at the same time
USB-C Port Type	v4.0 vs v3.2	Faster USB-C connection
Thunderbolt	v4 vs No	Support audio, data, power and video all through one single port
SD Card Reader	Yes vs No	Read & Write SD Cards with the built-in reader

Reasons to choose MSI Pulse 17 2023 over LG Gram 17 2022

Display Size	17.3 inches vs 17 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Refresh Rate	144 Hz vs 60 Hz	Smoother media experience
Response Time	28 ms vs 32 ms	Faster Response screen
GPU Fabrication Process	4 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation GPU
GPU FLOPS	9.5 TFLOPS vs 1.41 TFLOPS	Dedicated GPU unit
GPU Type	Dedicated vs Integrated	More RAM Options
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs No	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
Bluetooth	v5.2 vs v5.1	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-A Ports	3x USB 3.2 vs 2x USB 3.2	Better HDMI connectivity
HDMI Version	2.1 vs 2.0	Connects to the local network via Ethernet RJ45
Ethernet RJ45 Port	Yes vs No

Common Strengths of MSI Pulse 17 2023 and LG Gram 17 2022

Launch Dates	April 2022 vs January 2023	Both laptops are recent models
Screen Coating	Matte vs Matte	Less reflections on the screen
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
RAM Type	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
Wi-Fi Standard	v6E vs v6	Fast and Reliable Wi-Fi Connections
Bluetooth Standard	v5.1 vs v5.2	Fast and Reliable Bluetooth Connections
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
Numeric Pad	Yes vs Yes	Fast way to input numbers
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Weaknesses of MSI Pulse 17 2023 and LG Gram 17 2022

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability

LG Gram 17 2022 vs MSI Pulse 17 2023: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the LG Gram 17 2022 and the MSI Pulse 17 2023.

Physical Specs
Weight	1.35 kg (2.98 lbs)	2.7 kg (5.95 lbs)
Surface Area	980 cm2 (151.9 inches2)	1087 cm2 (168.5 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~85.5%	~75.9%
Side Bezel Thickness	~6.3 mm	~7.5 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.08 kg/inch	0.16 kg/inch
	0.176 lbs/inch	0.352 lbs/inch
Colors	Gray	Black, Gray

Comparison of the LG Gram 17 2022 and the MSI Pulse 17 2023 External Dimensions

Weight

Gram 17 2022 weighs 1.35 kg (2.98 lbs), whereas the Pulse 17 2023 weighs 2.7 kg (5.95 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 larger than 17.0 inches

LG Gram 17 2022 1.35 kg

MSI Pulse 17 2023 2.70 kg

Min 1.29 kg

Average 2.77 kg

Max 4.23 kg

Thickness Comparison

Displays size larger than 17.0 inches

LG Gram 17 2022 17.70 mm

MSI Pulse 17 2023 27.20 mm

Min 8.60 mm

Average 24.42 mm

Max 38.00 mm

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 17 2022 is 0.08 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the MSI Pulse 17 2023 is 0.16 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
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 14 2022: 0.07 kg/inch

LG Gram 17 2022 vs MSI Pulse 17 2023: Internals (CPU, GPU, RAM, Battery, SSD, etc.) Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core i5 1240P Intel Core i7 1260P	Intel Core i7 13620H Intel Core i7 13700H
Base Frequency	1.7 GHz	2.4 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.4 GHz	4.9 GHz
Number of Cores	12	10
Number of Threads	16	16
L3 Cache	12 MB	24 MB
Integrated GPU	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)	Intel UHD Graphics (64EU)
CPU Fabrication Process	10 nm	10 nm
Geekbench 5 (Single)	1593	1796
Geekbench 5 (Multi)	7956	11376
Cinebench 23 (Single)	1516	1816
Cinebench 23 (Multi)	9305	15497

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 17 2022 and MSI Pulse 17 2023.

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

Laptops with: Intel Core i5 1240P

Laptops with: Intel Core i7 13620H

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (80EU)	GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile 6GB GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile 8GB GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile 8GB
Base Clock Frequency	300 MHz	1455 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	1100 MHz	1755 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	15 W	50 W
Type	Integrated	Dedicated
FLOPS	1,408 GFLOPS	8.986 TFLOPS
Memory Size	System Shared	6 GB
Memory Type	System Shared	GDDR6
Memory Bus	System Shared	96 bit
Memory Speed	System Shared	2000 MHz 16 Gbps effective
Shading Units Cores	640	2560
TMUs	40	80
ROPs	20	48

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 17 2022 has a FLOPS value of 1.41 TFLOPS whereas the MSI Pulse 17 2023 ' has a FLOPS value of 9.5 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the MSI Pulse 17 2023 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	8GB 16GB 32GB	16GB 32GB 64GB
Memory Bus	2x4 GB	2x8 GB
RAM Clock	5200 MHz	5200 MHz
RAM Type	LPDDR5	DDR5
Upgradable	No	Yes
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

The Pulse 17 2023 provides a larger RAM capacity of 16 GB, which allows for smoother multitasking and improved performance in memory-demanding tasks compared to the Gram 17 2022's RAM capacity of 8 GB.

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 17 (2022)	MSI Pulse 17 (2023)
Small Models(1-3B):Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B	✔ Run smoothly.	✔ Run smoothly.
Medium Models(7-8B):Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B	✖ Not supported.	✖ Not supported.
Large Models(13-30B):Examples: Mixtral, Qwen-14B	✖ Not supported.	✖ Not supported.
Extra-Large Models(65B+):Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B	✖ Not supported on most systems. Requires high-end GPU or advanced setup.	✖ Not supported on most systems. Requires high-end GPU or advanced setup.

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

📌 MoE Models: Some models like Mixtral 8x7B and Qwen3-30B-A3B use a Mixture of Experts (MoE) design, activating only part of the model during inference. This means they can often run efficiently on laptops with 12–16 GB of VRAM when quantized.

BATTERY

BATTERY	80 Wh 90 Wh	90 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Ion	Li-Po
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	No	Yes
USB Power Delivery	Yes	No
Charging Port Position	Left	Left
Charge Power	65 W	240 W
AC Adapter Weight	286 gramm

On the other hand, the Pulse 17 2023 features a higher battery capacity of 90 Wh, delivering longer usage time compared to the Gram 17 2022's 80 Wh.

Battery Comparison

Displays size larger than 17.0 inches

LG Gram 17 2022 80 Wh

MSI Pulse 17 2023 90 Wh

Min 37.00 Wh

Average 77.38 Wh

Max 100.00 Wh

STORAGE
Both laptops, the Gram 17 2022 and the Pulse 17 2023 have similar max. storage capacities of 2 TB, allowing for ample space to store files and applications.

Storage Options	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Total Slots	2	2
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes

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 17 2022 vs MSI Pulse 17 2023: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the LG Gram 17 2022 and MSI Pulse 17 2023 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 17 2022 has a display size of 17.0".On the other hand, Pulse 17 2023 has a larger17.3" display.The total usable screen area of the Gram 17 2022 is 838cm² / 130inch² whereas the Pulse 17 2023's total usable screen area is 825cm² / 128inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the Gram 17 2022 features a higher pixel density with 178 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Displays size larger than 17.0 inches

LG Gram 17 2022 178 ppi

MSI Pulse 17 2023 127 ppi

Min 106 PPI

Average 142 PPI

Max 266.00 PPI

Refresh Rate
The Pulse 17 2023 offers a higher refresh rate of 144 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Furthermore, the Pulse 17 2023 boasts a faster response time of 28.0 ms, reducing motion blur for fast-paced content.

Brightness
The Gram 17 2022 offers a higher maximum brightness of 350 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

Displays size larger than 17.0 inches

LG Gram 17 2022 350 nits

MSI Pulse 17 2023 250 nits

Min

200 nits

Average 376 nits

Max 1200.00 nits

LG Gram 17 2022 vs MSI Pulse 17 2023 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Gram 17 2022 features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v6E, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to Pulse 17 2023 (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
Both Gram 17 2022 and Pulse 17 2023 have USB-A ports. Gram 17 2022 has 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports, while Pulse 17 2023 has 3x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both Gram 17 2022 and Pulse 17 2023 have USB Type-C ports. Gram 17 2022 has 2x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports, while Pulse 17 2023 has 1x USB 3.2 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
Gram 17 2022 is equipped with Thunderbolt 4 port. Pulse 17 2023 does not have Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Both Gram 17 2022 and Pulse 17 2023 feature an HDMI port. Gram 17 2022 offers 1x HDMI 2.0, while Pulse 17 2023 offers 1x HDMI 2.1.

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
Gram 17 2022 is equipped with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards. Pulse 17 2023 does not have an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both Gram 17 2022 and Pulse 17 2023 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: v5.4)	v5.1	v5.2
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	2x USB 3.2	3x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	2x USB 4.0	1x USB 3.2
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	Thunderbolt 4	No
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.0	1x HDMI 2.1
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes	No
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No	Yes
SD CardReader	Yes	No
Proprietary Charging Port	No	Yes