Gigabyte Aero 16 OLED 2023 vs LG Gram 16 2023 Comparison

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Gigabyte Aero 16 OLED 2023 vs LG Gram 16 2023 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing Aero 16 OLED 2023 and Gram 16 2023, two laptops from Gigabyte and LG. Gigabyte Aero 16 OLED 2023 was introduced to market in January 2023 and LG Gram 16 2023 was launched in January 2023. Both Aero 16 OLED 2023 and Gram 16 2023 were launched within the same month so we are expecting this to be a fair comparison regarding age and available technology level.

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Here is a brief look at the main features of Gigabyte Aero 16 OLED 2023 and LG Gram 16 2023 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Gigabyte Aero 16 OLED 2023 Key Specs

Launched in January 2023
16.0" OLED, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i7 13700H
GPU: GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile 8GB
16GB Ram
354 x 255 x 18-22 mm (13.94 x 10.04 x 0.71-0.87 inches)
Weight: 2.1 kg (4.63 lbs)

LG Gram 16 2023 Key Specs

Launched in January 2023
16.0" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i7 1360P
GPU: GeForce RTX 3050 Mobile 4GB
8GB Ram
355.1 x 242.3 x 16.8 mm (13.98 x 9.54 x 0.66 inches)
Weight: 1.29 kg (2.84 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Aero 16 OLED 2023 and Gram 16 2023 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Gigabyte Aero 16 OLED 2023 over LG Gram 16 2023

Side Bezel Thickness	4.7 mm vs 5.3 mm	0.6 mm thinner bezels
Screen PPI	283 ppi vs 189 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Resolution	3840 x 2400 pixels vs 2560 x 1600 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
sRGB Color Space	100% vs 99%	Wider sRGB Color Space Coverage
Max Brightness	600 nits vs 350 nits	Brighter Screen
GPU Fabrication Process	4 nm vs 8 nm	Newer Generation GPU
GPU FLOPS	15 TFLOPS vs 5.5 TFLOPS	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-C Ports	3x USB 3.2 vs 2x USB 4.0	Better HDMI connectivity
HDMI Version	2.1 vs 2.0

Reasons to choose LG Gram 16 2023 over Gigabyte Aero 16 OLED 2023

Weight	1.29 kg vs 2.10 kg	0.81 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~86.3% vs ~82.2%	Larger screen area ratio
Refresh Rate	144 Hz vs 60 Hz	Smoother media experience
Screen Type	Matte vs Glossy	potentially less reflections on screen
DCI-P3 Color Gamut	100% vs 99.9%	Wider DCI-P3 Color Gamut
Dolby Atmos Speakers	Yes vs No	3D Surround Sound Support
Number of Microphones	2 vs 1	Better Sound capture
Number of USB-A Ports	2x USB 3.2 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
Numeric Pad	Yes vs No	Fast way to input numbers
Avg. MSRP Price	$1600-2000 vs $2800-3200	Lower Price (*may change depending on config, seller, location, and time)

Common Strengths of LG Gram 16 2023 and Gigabyte Aero 16 OLED 2023

Launch Dates	January 2023 vs January 2023	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
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 v6E	Fast and Reliable Wi-Fi Connections
Bluetooth Standard	v5.2 vs v5.1	Fast and Reliable Bluetooth Connections
Thunderbolt Port	v4 vs v4	Fast data and power transfer via Thunderbolt Port
HDMI Output	1x HDMI 2.1 vs 1x HDMI 2.1	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 LG Gram 16 2023 and Gigabyte Aero 16 OLED 2023

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability
Fingerprint Sensor	No vs No	No fingerprint login feature

Gigabyte Aero 16 OLED 2023 vs LG Gram 16 2023: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Gigabyte Aero 16 OLED 2023 and the LG Gram 16 2023.

Physical Specs
Weight	2.1 kg (4.63 lbs)	1.29 kg (2.84 lbs)
Surface Area	903 cm2 (140 inches2)	860 cm2 (133.4 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~82.2%	~86.3%
Side Bezel Thickness	~4.7 mm	~5.3 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.13 kg/inch	0.08 kg/inch
	0.286 lbs/inch	0.176 lbs/inch
Colors	Silver	Black, Gray

Comparison of the Gigabyte Aero 16 OLED 2023 and the LG Gram 16 2023 External Dimensions

Weight

Aero 16 OLED 2023 weighs 2.1 kg (4.63 lbs), whereas the Gram 16 2023 weighs 1.29 kg (2.84 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. The weight difference between the two laptops is not significant.

Weight Comparison

Displays size 16.0-16.9 inches

Gigabyte Aero 16 OLED 2023 2.10 kg

LG Gram 16 2023 1.29 kg

Min 1.17 kg

Average 2.07 kg

Max 3.00 kg

Thickness Comparison

Displays size 16.0-16.9 inches

Gigabyte Aero 16 OLED 2023 22.00 mm

LG Gram 16 2023 16.80 mm

Min 12.30 mm

Average 20.35 mm

Max 30.80 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 Gigabyte Aero 16 OLED 2023 is 0.13 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the LG Gram 16 2023 is 0.08 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
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 14 2-in-1 2022: 0.07 kg/inch

Gigabyte Aero 16 OLED 2023 vs LG Gram 16 2023: Internals (CPU, GPU, RAM, Battery, SSD, etc.) Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core i7 13700H Intel Core i9 13900H	Intel Core i7 1360P
Base Frequency	2.4 GHz	2.2 GHz
Turbo Frequency	5 GHz	5 GHz
Number of Cores	14	12
Number of Threads	20	16
L3 Cache	24 MB	18 MB
Integrated GPU	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (96EU)	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (96EU)
CPU Fabrication Process	10 nm	10 nm
Geekbench 5 (Single)	1904	1838
Geekbench 5 (Multi)	13394	10754
Cinebench 23 (Single)	1882	1899
Cinebench 23 (Multi)	16430	12375

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 Gigabyte Aero 16 OLED 2023 and LG Gram 16 2023.

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

Laptops with: Intel Core i7 13700H

Laptops with: Intel Core i7 1360P

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile 8GB GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile 8GB	GeForce RTX 3050 Mobile 4GB
Base Clock Frequency	1545 MHz	1065 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	1890 MHz	1343 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	115 W	45 W
Nvidia Optimus	MUX
Type	Dedicated	Dedicated
FLOPS	11.61 TFLOPS	5.501 TFLOPS
Memory Size	8 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Memory Bus	128 bit	128 bit
Memory Speed	2000 MHz 16 Gbps effective	1500 MHz 12 Gbps effective
Shading Units Cores	3072	2048
TMUs	96	64
ROPs	48	32

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. Gigabyte Aero 16 OLED 2023 has a FLOPS value of 15 TFLOPS whereas the LG Gram 16 2023 ' has a FLOPS value of 5.5 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the LG Gram 16 2023 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	16GB 32GB 64GB	8GB 16GB 32GB
Memory Bus	2x8 GB	2x4 GB
RAM Clock	4800 MHz	6000 MHz
RAM Type	DDR5	LPDDR5
Upgradable	Yes	No
Max RAM Size	64 GB
Total Slots	2
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

With a larger RAM capacity of 16 GB, the Aero 16 OLED 2023 offers an advantage for multitasking and resource-intensive applications compared to the Gram 16 2023'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	Gigabyte Aero 16 OLED (2023)	LG Gram 16 (2023)
Small Models(1-3B):Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B	✔ Run smoothly.	✔ Run smoothly.
Medium Models(7-8B):Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B	✔ Good performance.	✖ 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	88 Wh	80 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Po	Li-Ion
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	Yes	No
USB Power Delivery	Yes	Yes
Charging Port Position	Right, Bottom	Left
Charge Power	240 W	65 W

Moreover, the Aero 16 OLED 2023 boasts a larger battery capacity of 88 Wh, offering extended usage time compared to the Gram 16 2023's80 Wh.

Battery Comparison

Displays size 16.0-16.9 inches

Gigabyte Aero 16 OLED 2023 88 Wh

LG Gram 16 2023 80 Wh

Min 38.00 Wh

Average 74.15 Wh

Max 100.00 Wh

STORAGE
Both laptops, the Aero 16 OLED 2023 and the Gram 16 2023 have similar max. storage capacities of 2 TB, allowing for ample space to store files and applications.

Storage Options	256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB	256 GB, 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.

Gigabyte Aero 16 OLED 2023 vs LG Gram 16 2023: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Gigabyte Aero 16 OLED 2023 and LG Gram 16 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. Both Aero 16 OLED 2023 and Gram 16 2023 screens have the same size of 16.0".The total usable screen area of the Aero 16 OLED 2023 is 742cm² / 115inch² whereas the Gram 16 2023's total usable screen area is 742cm² / 115inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the Aero 16 OLED 2023 features a higher pixel density with 283 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Displays size 16.0-16.9 inches

Gigabyte Aero 16 OLED 2023 283 ppi

LG Gram 16 2023 189 ppi

Min 137 PPI

Average 169 PPI

Max 283.00 PPI

Refresh Rate
The Gram 16 2023 offers a higher refresh rate of 144 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Brightness
The Aero 16 OLED 2023 offers a higher maximum brightness of 600 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

Displays size 16.0-16.9 inches

Gigabyte Aero 16 OLED 2023 600 nits

LG Gram 16 2023 350 nits

Min

40 nits

Average 413 nits

Max 1250.00 nits

Gigabyte Aero 16 OLED 2023 vs LG Gram 16 2023 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Both laptops offer the same Wi-Fi standard (v6E), ensuring fast and reliable wireless connections.

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 Aero 16 OLED 2023 and Gram 16 2023 have USB-A ports. Aero 16 OLED 2023 has 1x USB 3.2 USB-A ports, while Gram 16 2023 has 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both Aero 16 OLED 2023 and Gram 16 2023 have USB Type-C ports. Aero 16 OLED 2023 has 3x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports, while Gram 16 2023 has 2x 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 Aero 16 OLED 2023 and Gram 16 2023 are equipped with Thunderbolt 4 ports.

HDMI
Both Aero 16 OLED 2023 and Gram 16 2023 feature an HDMI port. Aero 16 OLED 2023 offers 1x HDMI 2.1, while Gram 16 2023 offers 1x HDMI 2.0.

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 Aero 16 OLED 2023 and Gram 16 2023 come with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards.

Audio Jack
Both Aero 16 OLED 2023 and Gram 16 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	v6E
Bluetooth (latest: v5.4)	v5.2	v5.1
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	1x USB 3.2	2x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	3x USB 3.2	2x USB 4.0
Thunderbolt (latest: 4)	Thunderbolt 4	Thunderbolt 4
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.1	1x HDMI 2.0
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	No	No
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No	No
SD CardReader	Yes	Yes
Proprietary Charging Port	Yes	No