Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 vs LG Gram 16 2023 Comparison

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Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 vs LG Gram 16 2023 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 and Gram 16 2023, two laptops from Lenovo and LG. Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 was introduced to market in September 2025 and LG Gram 16 2023 was launched in January 2023. As you can see, Gram 16 2023 is 2 years older than ThinkPad T1g Gen 8. Let's see if this age difference between two laptops makes a big difference.

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Here is a brief look at the main features of Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 and LG Gram 16 2023 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 Key Specs

Launched in September 2025
16.0" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core Ultra 7 255H,Intel Core Ultra 7 265H,Intel Core Ultra 9 285H
GPU: GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop 8GB,GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop 8GB
16GB,32GB,64GB Ram
354.3 x 241 x 9.9-15.8 mm (13.95 x 9.49 x 0.39-0.62 inches)
Weight: 1.84 kg (4.06 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 ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 and Gram 16 2023 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 over LG Gram 16 2023

Screen-to-Body Ratio	~86.9% vs ~86.3%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	4.8 mm vs 5.3 mm	0.5 mm thinner bezels
sRGB Color Space	100% vs 99%	Wider sRGB Color Space Coverage
Max Brightness	500 nits vs 350 nits	Brighter Screen
CPU Fabrication Process	3 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation CPU
GPU Fabrication Process	4 nm vs 8 nm	Newer Generation GPU
GPU FLOPS	13.4 TFLOPS vs 5.5 TFLOPS	Flexible cable positions
Charging Port Position	Left, Right vs Left	More advanced Wi-fi connectivity
WiFi Standard	v7 vs v6E	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
Bluetooth	v5.4 vs v5.1	Easy login with fingerprint
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes vs No	Higher Resolution Camera
Webcam Resolution	2560 x 1440 vs 1920 x 1080	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-C Ports	3x USB 4.0 vs 2x USB 4.0	Better HDMI connectivity
HDMI Version	2.1 vs 2.0

Reasons to choose LG Gram 16 2023 over Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 8

Weight	1.29 kg vs 1.84 kg	0.55 kg lighter
Refresh Rate	144 Hz vs 60 Hz	Smoother media experience
Screen PPI	189 ppi vs 142 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Resolution	2560 x 1600 pixels vs 1920 x 1200 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
Number of USB-A Ports	2x USB 3.2 vs 1x USB 3.2	Connect more device at the same time
Numeric Pad	Yes vs No	Fast way to input numbers

Common Strengths of LG Gram 16 2023 and Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 8

Launch Dates	September 2025 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
Dolby Atmos Support	Yes vs Yes	3D Surround Sound Support
Thunderbolt Port	v5 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 Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 8

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

Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 vs LG Gram 16 2023: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 and the LG Gram 16 2023.

Physical Specs
Weight	1.84 kg (4.06 lbs)	1.29 kg (2.84 lbs)
Surface Area	854 cm2 (132.4 inches2)	860 cm2 (133.4 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~86.9%	~86.3%
Side Bezel Thickness	~4.8 mm	~5.3 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.12 kg/inch	0.08 kg/inch
	0.264 lbs/inch	0.176 lbs/inch
Colors	Black	Black, Gray

Comparison of the Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 and the LG Gram 16 2023 External Dimensions

Weight

ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 weighs 1.84 kg (4.06 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

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Thickness Comparison

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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 Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 is 0.12 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
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

Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 vs LG Gram 16 2023: Internals (CPU, GPU, RAM, Battery, SSD, etc.) Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core Ultra 7 255H Intel Core Ultra 7 265H Intel Core Ultra 9 285H	Intel Core i7 1360P
Base Frequency	2.0 GHz	2.2 GHz
Turbo Frequency	5.1 GHz	5 GHz
Number of Cores	16 (6P + 10E)	12
Number of Threads	16	16
L3 Cache	24 MB	18 MB
Integrated GPU	Arc Graphics 140T	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (96EU)
CPU Fabrication Process	3 nm	10 nm

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 Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 and LG Gram 16 2023.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPU ( Intel Core i7 1360P ) and compare them:

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop 8GB GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop 8GB	GeForce RTX 3050 Mobile 4GB
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	75 W	45 W
Nvidia Optimus	Yes
Type	Dedicated	Dedicated
FLOPS	13.4 TFLOPS	5.501 TFLOPS
Memory Size	8 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR7	GDDR6
Memory Bus	128 bit	128 bit
Memory Speed	~24 Gbps	1500 MHz 12 Gbps effective
Shading Units Cores	3328	2048
TMUs	104	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. Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 has a FLOPS value of 13.4 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	1x16 GB	2x4 GB
RAM Clock	7467 MHz	6000 MHz
RAM Type	LPDDR5X	LPDDR5
Upgradable	No	No
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

With a larger RAM capacity of 16 GB, the ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 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	Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 8	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	⚠ Can run using CPU + RAM fallback. Expect slower performance.	✖ Not supported.
Extra-Large Models(65B+):Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B	⚠ Possible with CPU + RAM fallback using quantized models.	✖ 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	90 Wh	80 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Po	Li-Ion
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	No	No
Charging Port Position	Left, Right	Left
Charge Power	140 W	65 W

Moreover, the ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 boasts a larger battery capacity of 90 Wh, offering extended usage time compared to the Gram 16 2023's80 Wh.

Battery Comparison

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STORAGE
With a larger storage capacity up to 4 TB, the ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 provides more space for storing files and applications compared to the Gram 16 2023's max. storage capacity of 2 TB.

Storage Options	256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB, 4 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.

Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 vs LG Gram 16 2023: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 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 ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 and Gram 16 2023 screens have the same size of 16.0".The total usable screen area of the ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 is 742cm² / 115inch² whereas the Gram 16 2023's total usable screen area is 742cm² / 115inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the Gram 16 2023 features a higher pixel density with 189 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

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

Brightness
The ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 offers a higher maximum brightness of 500 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

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Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 vs LG Gram 16 2023 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v7, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to Gram 16 2023 (v6E).

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 ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 and Gram 16 2023 have USB-A ports. ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 has 1x USB 3.2 USB-A ports, while Gram 16 2023 has 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 and Gram 16 2023 have USB Type-C ports. ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 has 3x USB 4.0 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 ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 and Gram 16 2023 feature Thunderbolt ports. ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 has Thunderbolt 5, while Gram 16 2023 has Thunderbolt 4.

HDMI
Both ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 and Gram 16 2023 feature an HDMI port. ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 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 ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 and Gram 16 2023 come with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards.

Audio Jack
Both ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 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)	v7	v6E
Bluetooth (latest: v5.4)	v5.4	v5.1
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	1x USB 3.2	2x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	3x USB 4.0	2x USB 4.0
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	Thunderbolt 5	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	Yes	No
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No	No
SD CardReader	Yes	Yes
Proprietary Charging Port	No	No