Framework Laptop 13 Pro vs LG Gram 17 (2025)
61.1Performance41.5
44.9Display24.9
78.5Battery79.8
75.9Portability76
8 spec wins — Framework Laptop 13 Pro4 spec wins — LG Gram 17 (2025)
InnoReviews verdict
Framework Laptop 13 Pro wins this laptop face-off, 63.5 to 52, pulling ahead mainly in display (+20) and performance (+20). LG Gram 17 (2025) still makes sense if its price or standout specs fit your needs better.
Which would you pick?
Key differences
Reasons to pick the Framework Laptop 13 Pro
- Stronger performance score: 61 vs 42
- Stronger display score: 45 vs 25
- 300% higher RAM: 64 GB vs 16 GB
- 100% higher Refresh rate: 120 Hz vs 60 Hz
- 100% higher Peak brightness: 700 nits vs 350 nits
- Lower launch price: $1,499 vs $1,699
Reasons to pick the LG Gram 17 (2025)
- 26% higher Screen size: 17 ″ vs 13.5 ″
Display
| Spec | Framework Laptop 13 Pro | LG Gram 17 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 13.5 ″ | 17 ″+26% |
| Panel type | LCD (LTPS, matte anti-glare touchscreen) | IPS |
| Resolution | 2880x1920 | 2560x1600 |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz+100% | 60 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 700 nits+100% | 350 nits |
Performance
| Spec | Framework Laptop 13 Pro | LG Gram 17 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra X9 388H | Intel Core Ultra 7 256V |
| Graphics | Intel Arc B390 (12 Xe3 cores) | Intel Arc Graphics 140V |
| RAM | 64 GB+300% | 16 GB |
| RAM type | LPDDR5X-7467 (LPCAMM2) | LPDDR5X-8533 (on-package) |
| Storage | 2,048 GB+100% | 1,024 GB |
| Storage type | PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSD | PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD |
Benchmarks
| Spec | Framework Laptop 13 Pro | LG Gram 17 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench 6 (single) | 2,952+12%Top 43% | 2,640Bottom 39% |
| Geekbench 6 (multi) | 14,965+40%Top 41% | 10,700Bottom 7% |
Battery
| Spec | Framework Laptop 13 Pro | LG Gram 17 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 74 Wh | 77 Wh+3% |
| Web browsing endurance | 15.9 h | 16 h+1% |
| Charging | 100 W+54% | 65 W |
Design
| Spec | Framework Laptop 13 Pro | LG Gram 17 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 1.44 kg | 1.35 kg+6% |
| Thickness | 15.9 mm+11% | 17.8 mm |
| Material | CNC-machined 6063 aluminum | Magnesium alloy |
Connectivity
| Spec | Framework Laptop 13 Pro | LG Gram 17 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 4x swappable Expansion Cards (USB-C/Thunderbolt 4, USB-A, HDMI, DisplayPort, Ethernet, microSD/SD), 3.5mm combo jack | 2x Thunderbolt 4, 2x USB-A, HDMI, microSD, 3.5mm |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (Intel BE211) | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | 5.4 |
| Webcam | 1080p 30fps (9.2MP sensor), privacy switch | 1080p |
| Biometrics | Fingerprint reader | Fingerprint reader |
Software
| Spec | Framework Laptop 13 Pro | LG Gram 17 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro (Ubuntu 24.04 LTS option available) | Windows 11 |
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