Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Matte Black
Score: 70/100LG Gram 17-inch 2TB
Score: 89/100Rankings
The LG Gram 17Z90P delivers a rare combination of a large 17" high-resolution display with ultralight portability and outstanding battery life, making it ideal for mobile professionals. Its premium connectivity and durability are offset by non-upgradeable RAM, modest integrated graphics, and a chassis that some find less premium.
The Surface Laptop 5 is a premium 13.5" ultraportable with a high-resolution touchscreen, 12th-gen Intel Evo performance, and up to 18 hours of battery life, targeting students and professionals who value build quality and Windows integration.
| Attribute | | LG Gram 17-inch 2TB |
|---|---|---|
| ↓ lower better | 1.27 kgbest | 1.35 kg |
18 hours | 19.5 hoursbest | |
13.5 inches | 17 inchesbest | |
16 GBbest | 16 GBbest | |
256 GB | 512 GBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 14.5 mmbest | 17.8 mm |
— | 60 Hzbest | |
1 | 2best |
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| Attribute | | LG Gram 17-inch 2TB |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 18 hours | 19.5 hours |
Memory & Storage(1) | ||
SSD Capacity (GB) | 256 GB | 512 GB |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 1.27 kg | 1.35 kg |
Thickness (mm) | 14.5 mm | 17.8 mm |
Performance(1) | ||
Processor Model | Intel Core i7-1255U | Intel Core i7-1165G7 |
Display(3) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 13.5 inches | 17 inches |
Resolution | 2256x1504 | 2560x1600 |
Touchscreen | true | false |
Connectivity(1) | ||
USB‑C Ports | 1 | 2 |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the Surface Laptop 5 for its premium build, vibrant touchscreen, fast Intel Evo performance and excellent battery life, but criticize the outdated webcam, sparse ports and premium price.
Everyday users love the comfortable keyboard, all-day battery endurance, and stunning display, while repeatedly complaining about the low-resolution webcam, difficulty cleaning Alcantara, and the single USB-C port.
Professional reviewers commend the Gram 17Z90P for delivering a laptop that defies the usual weight-to-size trade-off, offering a 17-inch WQXGA panel, stellar battery endurance, and robust connectivity while meeting MIL-STD-810G durability standards. However, they note chassis flex, the less-premium feel of the magnesium alloy, and the inability to upgrade RAM as drawbacks, and they point out that the integrated Iris Xe GPU limits gaming performance.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the Gram 17Z90P for its feather-light portability, long battery life, and large, vivid screen, describing it as perfect for travel and daily productivity. Recurring complaints focus on the plastic-like chassis feel, the flexible display, the low-resolution webcam, and the lack of RAM upgrade options.
“The keyboard is the best I've ever used - soft, responsive, and quiet.”
“Battery lasts all day, even with Zoom calls and Chrome tabs.”
“The screen is gorgeous - perfect for reading and media.”
