LG Gram Style 16 2023 vs HP Omen 16 2021 AMD Comparison

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LG Gram Style 16 2023 vs HP Omen 16 2021 AMD Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing Gram Style 16 2023 and Omen 16 2021 AMD, two laptops from LG and HP. LG Gram Style 16 2023 was introduced to market in January 2023 and HP Omen 16 2021 AMD was launched in May 2021. There is 20 months difference between Gram Style 16 2023 and Omen 16 2021 AMD so it would still give an advantage to younger Gram Style 16 2023.

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Here is a brief look at the main features of LG Gram Style 16 2023 and HP Omen 16 2021 AMD before getting into our more detailed comparison.

LG Gram Style 16 2023 Key Specs

Launched in January 2023
16.0" OLED, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i7 1360P
GPU: Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
8GB Ram
355.1 x 241.3 x 15.9 mm (13.98 x 9.5 x 0.63 inches)
Weight: 1.23 kg (2.71 lbs)

HP Omen 16 2021 AMD Key Specs

Launched in May 2021
16.1" IPS LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 5800H
GPU: GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Mobile 4GB
16GB Ram
369.2 x 248 x 23 mm (14.54 x 9.76 x 0.91 inches)
Weight: 2.3 kg (5.07 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Gram Style 16 2023 and Omen 16 2021 AMD compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose LG Gram Style 16 2023 over HP Omen 16 2021 AMD

Weight	1.23 kg vs 2.30 kg	1.07 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~86.6% vs ~78%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	5.3 mm vs 6.4 mm	1.1 mm thinner bezels
Screen PPI	236 ppi vs 137 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Resolution	3200 x 2000 pixels vs 1920 x 1080 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
Max Brightness	400 nits vs 300 nits	Brighter Screen
RAM Type	LPDDR5 vs DDR4	Faster RAM Type
RAM BUS	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x)	Faster RAM
Dolby Atmos Speakers	Yes vs No	3D Surround Sound Support
Webcam Resolution	1920 x 1080 vs 1280 x 720	Higher Resolution Camera
Number of USB-C Ports	2x USB 4.0 vs 1x USB 4.0	Connect more device at the same time
Thunderbolt	v4 vs No	Support audio, data, power and video all through one single port
Numeric Pad	Yes vs No	Fast way to input numbers

Reasons to choose HP Omen 16 2021 AMD over LG Gram Style 16 2023

Display Size	16.1 inches vs 16 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Refresh Rate	144 Hz vs 120 Hz	Smoother media experience
Screen Type	Matte vs Glossy	potentially less reflections on screen
CPU Fabrication Process	7 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation CPU
GPU Fabrication Process	8 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation GPU
GPU FLOPS	7.46 TFLOPS vs 1.69 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 1x USB 3.2	Connect to external monitors directly via HDMI cable
HDMI Port	1x HDMI 2.1 vs No	Option to use Display port to connect to external monitors
Display Port	Yes vs No	Connects to the local network via Ethernet RJ45
Ethernet RJ45 Port	Yes vs No

Common Strengths of HP Omen 16 2021 AMD and LG Gram Style 16 2023

Launch Dates	January 2023 vs May 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
RAM Type	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 3.0 (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
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 HP Omen 16 2021 AMD and LG Gram Style 16 2023

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

LG Gram Style 16 2023 vs HP Omen 16 2021 AMD: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the LG Gram Style 16 2023 and the HP Omen 16 2021 AMD.

Physical Specs
Weight	1.23 kg (2.71 lbs)	2.3 kg (5.07 lbs)
Surface Area	857 cm2 (132.8 inches2)	916 cm2 (141.9 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~86.6%	~78%
Side Bezel Thickness	~5.3 mm	~6.4 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.08 kg/inch	0.14 kg/inch
	0.176 lbs/inch	0.308 lbs/inch
Colors	White, Black	Silver

Comparison of the LG Gram Style 16 2023 and the HP Omen 16 2021 AMD External Dimensions

Weight

Gram Style 16 2023 weighs 1.23 kg (2.71 lbs), whereas the Omen 16 2021 AMD weighs 2.3 kg (5.07 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

LG Gram Style 16 2023 1.23 kg

HP Omen 16 2021 AMD 2.30 kg

Min 1.17 kg

Average 2.07 kg

Max 3.00 kg

Thickness Comparison

Displays size 16.0-16.9 inches

LG Gram Style 16 2023 15.90 mm

HP Omen 16 2021 AMD 23.00 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 LG Gram Style 16 2023 is 0.08 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the HP Omen 16 2021 AMD is 0.14 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

LG Gram Style 16 2023 vs HP Omen 16 2021 AMD: Internals (CPU, GPU, RAM, Battery, SSD, etc.) Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core i7 1360P	AMD Ryzen 7 5800H AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX
Base Frequency	2.2 GHz	3.2 GHz
Turbo Frequency	5 GHz	4.4 GHz
Number of Cores	12	8
Number of Threads	16	16
L3 Cache	18 MB	16 MB
Integrated GPU	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (96EU)	Radeon RX Vega 8
CPU Fabrication Process	10 nm	7 nm
Geekbench 5 (Single)	1838	1461
Geekbench 5 (Multi)	10754	7439
Cinebench 23 (Single)	1899	1426
Cinebench 23 (Multi)	12375	12233

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 Style 16 2023 and HP Omen 16 2021 AMD.

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

Laptops with: Intel Core i7 1360P

Laptops with: AMD Ryzen 7 5800H

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)	GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Mobile 4GB Radeon RX 6600M 8GB
Base Clock Frequency	300 MHz	735 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	1100 MHz	1035 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	15 W	75 W
Type	Integrated	Dedicated
FLOPS	1.690 TFLOPS	5.299 TFLOPS
Memory Size	System Shared	4 GB
Memory Type	System Shared	GDDR6
Memory Bus	System Shared	128 bit
Memory Speed	System Shared	1500 MHz 12 Gbps effective
Shading Units Cores	768	2560
TMUs	48	80
ROPs	24	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. LG Gram Style 16 2023 has a FLOPS value of 1.69 TFLOPS whereas the HP Omen 16 2021 AMD ' has a FLOPS value of 7.46 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the HP Omen 16 2021 AMD may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	8GB 16GB 32GB	16GB 32GB
Memory Bus	2x4 GB	2x8 GB
RAM Clock	6000 MHz	3200 MHz
RAM Type	LPDDR5	DDR4
Upgradable	No	Yes
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x)

The Omen 16 2021 AMD provides a larger RAM capacity of 16 GB, which allows for smoother multitasking and improved performance in memory-demanding tasks compared to the Gram Style 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	LG Gram Style 16" (2023)	HP Omen 16 (2021 AMD)
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	70 Wh 83 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Ion	Li-Po
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	No	Yes
USB Power Delivery	Yes	Yes
Charging Port Position	Left	Left
Charge Power	65 W	200 W

Moreover, the Gram Style 16 2023 boasts a larger battery capacity of 80 Wh, offering extended usage time compared to the Omen 16 2021 AMD's70 Wh.

Battery Comparison

Displays size 16.0-16.9 inches

LG Gram Style 16 2023 80 Wh

HP Omen 16 2021 AMD 70 Wh

Min 38.00 Wh

Average 74.15 Wh

Max 100.00 Wh

STORAGE
Both laptops, the Gram Style 16 2023 and the Omen 16 2021 AMD have similar max. storage capacities of 1 TB, allowing for ample space to store files and applications.

Storage Options	256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB	512 GB, 1 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
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 Style 16 2023 vs HP Omen 16 2021 AMD: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the LG Gram Style 16 2023 and HP Omen 16 2021 AMD 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 Style 16 2023 has a display size of 16.0".On the other hand, Omen 16 2021 AMD has a larger16.1" display.The total usable screen area of the Gram Style 16 2023 is 742cm² / 115inch² whereas the Omen 16 2021 AMD's total usable screen area is 714cm² / 111inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the Gram Style 16 2023 features a higher pixel density with 236 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Displays size 16.0-16.9 inches

LG Gram Style 16 2023 236 ppi

HP Omen 16 2021 AMD 137 ppi

Min 137 PPI

Average 169 PPI

Max 283.00 PPI

Refresh Rate
The Omen 16 2021 AMD offers a higher refresh rate of 144 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Brightness
The Gram Style 16 2023 offers a higher maximum brightness of 400 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

Displays size 16.0-16.9 inches

LG Gram Style 16 2023 400 nits

HP Omen 16 2021 AMD 300 nits

Min

40 nits

Average 413 nits

Max 1250.00 nits

LG Gram Style 16 2023 vs HP Omen 16 2021 AMD Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Gram Style 16 2023 features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v6E, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to Omen 16 2021 AMD (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 Style 16 2023 and Omen 16 2021 AMD have USB-A ports. Gram Style 16 2023 has 1x USB 3.2 USB-A ports, while Omen 16 2021 AMD has 3x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both Gram Style 16 2023 and Omen 16 2021 AMD have USB Type-C ports. Gram Style 16 2023 has 2x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports, while Omen 16 2021 AMD has 1x 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
Gram Style 16 2023 is equipped with Thunderbolt 4 port. Omen 16 2021 AMD does not have Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Omen 16 2021 AMD features an HDMI port (1x HDMI 2.1) for connecting to external monitors. Gram Style 16 2023 does not have an HDMI port.

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 Style 16 2023 and Omen 16 2021 AMD come with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards.

Audio Jack
Both Gram Style 16 2023 and Omen 16 2021 AMD 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)	1x USB 3.2	3x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	2x USB 4.0	1x USB 4.0
Thunderbolt (latest: 4)	Thunderbolt 4	No
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	No	1x HDMI 2.1
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	1x v1.4
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	No	No
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No	Yes
SD CardReader	Yes	Yes
Proprietary Charging Port	No	Yes