LG gram 17 (2024) · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Black
Core Ultra 7 · 16GB · 2024
MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max)
M4 Max · 16.2″ XDR · Up to 128 GB unified
MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, LG gram 17 (2024) · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Black lands at 84 and MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) at 96. That puts MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) ahead by 12 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick LG gram 17 (2024) · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Black if…
- ✓Current-gen silicon
- ✓Competitive spec-for-dollar
- ✓Manufacturer warranty
Pick MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) if…
- ✓Outstanding battery under load
- ✓XDR mini-LED display
- ✓Silent sustained performance
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testPerformance
MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max)CPU + GPU muscle for demanding work
MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) leads on cpu (97 vs 84).
Battery life
MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max)Unplugged endurance for travel and campus
MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) leads on battery (96 vs 74).
Portability
LG gram 17 (2024) · 16GB · 256GB SSD · BlackWeight, size, and carry-everywhere comfort
LG gram 17 (2024) · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Black leads on portability (91 vs 88).
Display
MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max)Panel quality for creative and media work
MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) leads on display (98 vs 86).
Value for money
LG gram 17 (2024) · 16GB · 256GB SSD · BlackSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
LG gram 17 (2024) · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Black more score per dollar ($1,799 vs $3,499).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | LG gram 17 (2024) · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Black | MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Core Ultra 7 | — |
| RAM | 16GB | ▲ Up to 128 GB unified |
| Release year | 2024 | — |
| Storage | ▲ 256GB SSD | Up to 8 TB SSD |
| Color | Black | — |
| Chip | — | Apple M4 Max (16C CPU / 40C GPU) |
| Display | — | 16.2″ Liquid Retina XDR, 120Hz |
| Weight | — | 2.14 kg |
| Battery | — | 100 Wh |
| Ports | — | 3× TB5, HDMI, SDXC, MagSafe 3 |
| OS | — | macOS 15 |
LG gram 17 (2024) · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Black
- +Current-gen silicon
- +Competitive spec-for-dollar
- +Manufacturer warranty
- −Battery varies by config
- −Some SKUs heavy
- −RAM often soldered
MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max)
- +Outstanding battery under load
- +XDR mini-LED display
- +Silent sustained performance
- −Premium pricing
- −Limited gaming library
- −Ports starboard-heavy
FAQ: LG gram 17 (2024) · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Black vs MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max)
Which is better, LG gram 17 (2024) · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Black or MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max)? +
MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) scores 96 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 12. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is LG gram 17 (2024) · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Black worth the price? +
At $1,799, LG gram 17 (2024) · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Black delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in portability.
Is MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) worth the price? +
At $3,499, MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) delivers a Specdex score of 96 — strongest in display.
Does LG gram 17 (2024) · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Black or MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.
Which is better for performance, LG gram 17 (2024) · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Black or MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max)? +
MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) — leads on cpu (97 vs 84). CPU + GPU muscle for demanding work.
Which is better for battery life, LG gram 17 (2024) · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Black or MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max)? +
MacBook Pro 16" (M4 Max) — leads on battery (96 vs 74). Unplugged endurance for travel and campus.