LG gram Pro 17 · 16GB · 512GB SSD · Black
Core Ultra 7 · 16GB · 2024
MacBook Air 13 M2 · 16GB
M2 · 16GB · 2022
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, LG gram Pro 17 · 16GB · 512GB SSD · Black lands at 86 and MacBook Air 13 M2 · 16GB at 86. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick LG gram Pro 17 · 16GB · 512GB SSD · Black if…
- ✓Current-gen silicon
- ✓Competitive spec-for-dollar
- ✓Manufacturer warranty
Pick MacBook Air 13 M2 · 16GB if…
- ✓Current-gen silicon
- ✓Competitive spec-for-dollar
- ✓Manufacturer warranty
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testPerformance
TieCPU + GPU muscle for demanding work
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Battery life
TieUnplugged endurance for travel and campus
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Portability
TieWeight, size, and carry-everywhere comfort
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Display
TiePanel quality for creative and media work
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Value for money
MacBook Air 13 M2 · 16GBSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
MacBook Air 13 M2 · 16GB more score per dollar ($999 vs $1,999).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | LG gram Pro 17 · 16GB · 512GB SSD · Black | MacBook Air 13 M2 · 16GB |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | ▲ Core Ultra 7 | M2 |
| RAM | 16GB | 16GB |
| Release year | 2024 | 2022 |
| Storage | 512GB SSD | — |
| Color | Black | — |
LG gram Pro 17 · 16GB · 512GB SSD · Black
- +Current-gen silicon
- +Competitive spec-for-dollar
- +Manufacturer warranty
- −Battery varies by config
- −Some SKUs heavy
- −RAM often soldered
MacBook Air 13 M2 · 16GB
- +Current-gen silicon
- +Competitive spec-for-dollar
- +Manufacturer warranty
- −Battery varies by config
- −Some SKUs heavy
- −RAM often soldered
FAQ: LG gram Pro 17 · 16GB · 512GB SSD · Black vs MacBook Air 13 M2 · 16GB
Which is better, LG gram Pro 17 · 16GB · 512GB SSD · Black or MacBook Air 13 M2 · 16GB? +
Both score 86 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is LG gram Pro 17 · 16GB · 512GB SSD · Black worth the price? +
At $1,999, LG gram Pro 17 · 16GB · 512GB SSD · Black delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in portability.
Is MacBook Air 13 M2 · 16GB worth the price? +
At $999, MacBook Air 13 M2 · 16GB delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in portability.
Does LG gram Pro 17 · 16GB · 512GB SSD · Black or MacBook Air 13 M2 · 16GB 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 the better value, LG gram Pro 17 · 16GB · 512GB SSD · Black or MacBook Air 13 M2 · 16GB? +
MacBook Air 13 M2 · 16GB — more score per dollar ($999 vs $1,999). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.