LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023 vs LG Gram 17 2022 Comparison

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LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023

15.6 inches | January 2023

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17 inches | April 2022

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LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023 vs LG Gram 17 2022 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023 and Gram 17 2022, two laptops by LG. LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023 was introduced to market in January 2023 and LG Gram 17 2022 was launched in April 2022. There is only 9 months difference between Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023 and Gram 17 2022 so we are expecting this to be a fair comparison regarding age and technology level.

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Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023 and Gram 17 2022 are members of LG's Gram series of laptops. Below you can find the latest models from this series.

LG Gram Series History

	Release Date	Screen Size	Dimensions	Weight
LG Gram Pro 17	July 2024	17.0"	379.4 x 265.4 x 12.9-14.6 mm	1.29 kg (2.84 lbs)
LG Gram Pro 16	February 2024	16.0"	357.7 x 251.6 x 13.0-14.4 mm	1.27 kg (2.8 lbs)
LG Gram 16 2024	December 2023	16.0"	355.1 x 242.3 x 16.8-17.8 mm	1.19 kg (2.62 lbs)
LG Gram 14 2024	December 2023	14.0"	312 x 214.3 x 15.7-16.9 mm	1.12 kg (2.47 lbs)
LG Gram 15 2024	December 2023	15.6"	356.27 x 223.4 x 16.95 mm	1.29 kg (2.84 lbs)
LG Gram 17 2024	December 2023	17.0"	378.8 x 258.8 x 17.8-18.8 mm	1.35 kg (2.98 lbs)
LG Gram 14 2023	January 2023	14.0"	312 x 213.9 x 16.8 mm	0.99 kg (2.18 lbs)
LG Gram 2-in-1 14 2023	January 2023	14.0"	314 x 219.5 x 16.75 mm	1.25 kg (2.76 lbs)

Here is a brief look at the main features of LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023 and LG Gram 17 2022 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023 Key Specs

Launched in January 2023
15.6" OLED, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i7 1360P
GPU: Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
8GB Ram
356 x 227.45 x 10.99-12.55 mm (14.02 x 8.95 x 0.43-0.49 inches)
Weight: 0.99 kg (2.18 lbs)

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)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023 and Gram 17 2022 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023 over LG Gram 17 2022

Weight	0.99 kg vs 1.35 kg	0.36 kg lighter
Side Bezel Thickness	5.3 mm vs 6.3 mm	1 mm thinner bezels
sRGB Color Space	100% vs 99.9%	Wider sRGB Color Space Coverage
Max Brightness	400 nits vs 350 nits	Brighter Screen
Response Time	1 ms vs 32 ms	Faster Response screen
GPU FLOPS	1.69 TFLOPS vs 1.41 TFLOPS	3D Surround Sound Support
Dolby Atmos Speakers	Yes vs No	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-C Ports	3x USB 4.0 vs 2x USB 4.0

Reasons to choose LG Gram 17 2022 over LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023

Screen-to-Body Ratio	~85.5% vs ~82.9%	Larger screen area ratio
Display Size	17 inches vs 15.6 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Screen PPI	178 ppi vs 141 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Resolution	2560 x 1600 pixels vs 1920 x 1080 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
Screen Type	Matte vs Glossy	potentially less reflections on screen
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes vs No	Easy login with fingerprint
HDMI Port	1x HDMI 2.0 vs No	Connect to external monitors directly via HDMI cable
SD Card Reader	Yes vs No	Read & Write SD Cards with the built-in reader

Common Strengths of LG Gram 17 2022 and LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023

Launch Dates	January 2023 vs April 2022	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	LPDDR5 vs LPDDR5	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	v5.1 vs v5.1	Fast and Reliable Bluetooth Connections
Thunderbolt Port	v4 vs v4	Fast data and power transfer via Thunderbolt Port
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 LG Gram 17 2022 and LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023

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

LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023 vs LG Gram 17 2022: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023 and the LG Gram 17 2022.

Physical Specs
Weight	0.99 kg (2.18 lbs)	1.35 kg (2.98 lbs)
Surface Area	810 cm2 (125.5 inches2)	980 cm2 (151.9 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~82.9%	~85.5%
Side Bezel Thickness	~5.3 mm	~6.3 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.06 kg/inch	0.08 kg/inch
	0.132 lbs/inch	0.176 lbs/inch
Colors	Black	Gray

Comparison of the LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023 and the LG Gram 17 2022 External Dimensions

Weight

Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023 weighs 0.99 kg (2.18 lbs), whereas the Gram 17 2022 weighs 1.35 kg (2.98 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

LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

LG Gram 17 2022

Avg: larger than 17.0"

Thickness Comparison

LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

LG Gram 17 2022

Avg: larger than 17.0"

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 SuperSlim 15.6 2023 is 0.06 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the LG Gram 17 2022 is 0.08 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 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 14 2022: 0.07 kg/inch

LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023 vs LG Gram 17 2022: Internals Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core i7 1360P	Intel Core i5 1240P Intel Core i7 1260P
Base Frequency	2.2 GHz	1.7 GHz
Turbo Frequency	5 GHz	4.4 GHz
Number of Cores	12	12
Number of Threads	16	16
L3 Cache	18 MB	12 MB
Integrated GPU	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (96EU)	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)
CPU Fabrication Process	10 nm	10 nm
Geekbench 5 (Single)	1838	1593
Geekbench 5 (Multi)	10754	7956
Cinebench 23 (Single)	1899	1516
Cinebench 23 (Multi)	12375	9305

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 SuperSlim 15.6 2023 and LG Gram 17 2022.

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

Laptops with: Intel Core i7 1360P

Laptops with: Intel Core i5 1240P

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (96EU)	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)
Base Clock Frequency	300 MHz	300 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	1100 MHz	1100 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	15 W	15 W
Type	Integrated	Integrated
FLOPS	1.69 TFLOPS	1.41 TFLOPS
Memory Size	System Shared	System Shared
Memory Type	LPDDR5	LPDDR5
Memory Bus	System Shared	System Shared
Memory Speed	6 Gbps	5.2 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	768	640
TMUs	48	40
ROPs	24	20

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 SuperSlim 15.6 2023 has a FLOPS value of 1.69 TFLOPS whereas the LG Gram 17 2022 ' has a FLOPS value of 1.41 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	8GB 16GB 32GB	8GB 16GB 32GB
Memory Bus	2x4 GB	2x4 GB
RAM Clock	6000 MHz	5200 MHz
RAM Type	LPDDR5	LPDDR5
Upgradable	No	No

Both laptops, the Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023 and the Gram 17 2022, come with similar RAM capacities of 8 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 SuperSlim 15.6" (2023)	LG Gram 17 (2022)
CPU	Intel Core i7 1360P	Intel Core i5 1240P
GPU	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (96EU)	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)
Memory	8 GB	8 GB
Available for LLM total	~3.5 GB (3.5 GB RAM)	~3.5 GB (3.5 GB RAM)
Small Models (1-3B): Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B Requires ~2 GB memory	✔ Modest Speed fits in your 3.5 GB RAM	✔ Modest Speed fits in your 3.5 GB RAM
Medium Models (7-8B): Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B Requires ~5 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
Large Models
13-15B Models (e.g., Llama 3 14B, Qwen1.5 14B) Requires ~9 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available 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 SuperSlim 15.6" (2023)|LG Gram 17 (2022)

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	60 Wh	80 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Ion	Li-Ion
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	No	No
USB Power Delivery	Yes	Yes
Charging Port Position	Left	Left
Charge Power	65 W	65 W

On the other hand, the Gram 17 2022 features a higher battery capacity of 80 Wh, delivering longer usage time compared to the Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023's 60 Wh.

Battery Comparison

LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

LG Gram 17 2022

Avg: larger than 17.0"

STORAGE
Both laptops, the Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023 and the Gram 17 2022 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	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Total Slots	2	2
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

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 SuperSlim 15.6 2023 vs LG Gram 17 2022: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023 and LG Gram 17 2022 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 SuperSlim 15.6 2023 has a display size of 15.6".On the other hand, Gram 17 2022 has a larger17.0" display.The total usable screen area of the Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023 is 670cm² / 104inch² whereas the Gram 17 2022's total usable screen area is 838cm² / 130inch².

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

LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

LG Gram 17 2022

Avg: larger than 17.0"

Refresh Rate
Both Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023 and Gram 17 2022 offer the same refresh rate of 60 Hz.

Furthermore, the Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023 boasts a faster response time of 1.0 ms, reducing motion blur for fast-paced content.

Brightness
The Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023 offers a higher maximum brightness of 400 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

LG Gram 17 2022

Avg: larger than 17.0"

LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023 vs LG Gram 17 2022 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
Gram 17 2022 is equipped with 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports. Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023 does not have USB-A ports.
Both Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023 and Gram 17 2022 have USB Type-C ports. Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023 has 3x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports, while Gram 17 2022 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 Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023 and Gram 17 2022 are equipped with Thunderbolt 4 ports.

HDMI
Gram 17 2022 features an HDMI port (1x HDMI 2.0) for connecting to external monitors. Gram SuperSlim 15.6 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
Gram 17 2022 is equipped with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards. Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023 does not have an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023 and Gram 17 2022 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: v6.2)	v5.1	v5.1
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	No	2x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	3x USB 4.0	2x USB 4.0
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	Thunderbolt 4	Thunderbolt 4
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	No	1x HDMI 2.0
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	No	Yes
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No	No
SD CardReader	No	Yes
Proprietary Charging Port	No	No