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LG Gram Pro RTX 5050 Review: Analyzing an Ultralight High-Performance Laptop
The LG Gram Pro RTX 5050 external graphics model (16-inch, 17-inch) provides excellent performance despite its ultra-light weight. As a result of analyzing various aspects such as benchmark, game test, heat management, and battery performance, it is suitable for users who want both portability and high performance.
1. 🚀 LG Gram Pro RTX 5050: Powerful Performance Hidden in Lightness
- ✅ The LG Gram Pro external graphics model is very light despite being equipped with the RTX 5050. (16-inch: 1.308kg, 17-inch: 1.456kg)
- ✅ It provides excellent performance despite its thin and light design.
- ✅ Contrary to previous concerns, it shows satisfactory results in all aspects, including heat generation and battery performance.
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1. 🚀 LG Gram Pro RTX 5050: Powerful Performance Hidden in Lightness
- ✅ The LG Gram Pro external graphics model is very light despite being equipped with the RTX 5050. (16-inch: 1.308kg, 17-inch: 1.456kg)
- ✅ It provides excellent performance despite its thin and light design.
- ✅ Contrary to previous concerns, it shows satisfactory results in all aspects, including heat generation and battery performance.
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2. 💻 Introducing the LG Gram Pro RTX 5050 Model: 17-inch vs 16-inch
- ✅ 17-inch model: Equipped with Intel Core Ultra 7 processor 255H, 32GB RAM
- ✅ 16-inch model: Equipped with Intel Core Ultra 5 processor 225H, 16GB RAM
- ✅ Both models are equipped with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050
- ✅ Released in a clean design and two colors: Obsidian Black and Essence White
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3. ⚖️ Core Value of LG Gram Pro: Weight and Portability
- ✅ Weight comparable to lightweight products from competitors, despite being an external graphics-equipped model
- ✅ Maintains the consistent value of the LG Gram brand: 'Lightness'
- ✅ Weight is a key specification of a laptop and an important factor in determining price
- ✅ A very attractive option for users who value portability
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4. 📊 Benchmark Test Results: RTX 5050 Performance Analysis
- ✅ CPU Performance: Cinebench 2024, Geekbench 6 test results show a slight performance drop when using battery
- ✅ GPU Performance: 3DMark (Fire Strike, Time Spy, Speed Way, Port Royal, Steel Nomad) test results show overall high scores
- ✅ The highest level of performance you can find in a 1.3kg 16-inch and 1.4kg 17-inch laptop
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5. 🌡️ Throttling Test: Performance Maintenance Verification
- ✅ The RTX 5050-equipped LG Gram Pro has excellent performance maintenance stability with only minor throttling
- ✅ There is almost no throttling difference between the 16-inch and 17-inch models
- ✅ Recorded stability scores between 95~98% in the 3DMark stress test
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6. 🔥 Heat Management Performance: Keyboard Temperature Measurement
- ✅ 17-inch model: Keyboard maximum temperature of around 44 degrees when playing high-end games, which is good
- ✅ 16-inch model: Recorded up to 47 degrees, 2-3 degrees higher than the 17-inch model
- ✅ Heat generation is concentrated in areas that are not frequently used, so there is little inconvenience
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7. 🎮 Game Performance Test: Overwatch 2, Battlegrounds, Cyberpunk 2077
- ✅ Overwatch 2: Average of 110 frames or more at the highest settings (when plugged in), around 90 frames (when using battery)
- ✅ Battlegrounds: Average of 90 frames or more at medium settings (when plugged in), 70 frames or more (when using battery)
- ✅ Cyberpunk 2077: Average of 110 frames with Ultra settings and DLSS applied (when plugged in), 88 frames (when using battery)
- ✅ RTX 5050 supports DLSS, providing smooth performance when playing games
- ✅ High-end games can be enjoyed sufficiently even when using battery
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8. 🎬 Video Editing Performance Test: 4K Rendering Speed
- ✅ Takes 6 minutes and 37 seconds to render a 37.8GB 4K video (when plugged in)
- ✅ Takes 7 minutes and 4 seconds under the same conditions (when using battery)
- ✅ Provides sufficient performance for 4K video editing and is suitable for creators who travel frequently
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9. ✨ Overall Performance Evaluation: 3 Key Points
- ✅ There is almost no difference in basic performance and throttling between the 17-inch and 16-inch models
- ✅ Performance when using battery is maintained at 80~90% compared to when plugged in
- ✅ Provides high performance that can satisfy many, despite being an ultra-lightweight laptop
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10. 🔊 Noise Level: Cooling Fan Noise Measurement
- ✅ Approximately 55dB measured directly in front of the laptop at maximum load, and approximately 49dB at the user's location
- ✅ Cooling fan noise may be somewhat noticeable during high-performance tasks, but it is not an annoying high-frequency sound
- ✅ The noise level is the same between the 17-inch and 16-inch models
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11. 🔋 Battery Life Test
- ✅ Both the 17-inch and 16-inch models are equipped with a 90Wh battery
- ✅ When repeatedly playing YouTube videos, the 17-inch model lasts for 5 hours and 56 minutes, and the 16-inch model lasts for 6 hours and 59 minutes
- ✅ A sufficiently long usage time considering the display size, brightness, and external graphics
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12. 🖼️ Display Analysis: Brightness, Refresh Rate, Color Gamut
- ✅ Both the 17-inch and 16-inch models support 2560x1600 resolution, 144Hz refresh rate, 400nit brightness, and DCI-P3 99% color gamut
- ✅ 16:10 aspect ratio anti-glare IPS LCD panel
- ✅ 144Hz refresh rate helps with smooth screen transitions and gameplay
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13. 🔌 Expansion Port Configuration: USB, HDMI, Thunderbolt
- ✅ Left: HDMI port, 2 Thunderbolt 4 ports
- ✅ Right: 2 USB 3.2 Gen A ports, 3.5mm audio combo jack
- ✅ Convenient with 2 C-type ports and 2 A-type ports
- ⚠️ The absence of an SD card slot is a disappointing point
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14. ⌨️ Keyboard Feel and Features
- ✅ The key travel is shallow, but the typing feel is good due to the moderate repulsion
- ✅ There is a difference in the keyboard layout between the 17-inch and 16-inch models (numeric keypad)
- ✅ The touchpad provides a reasonable size and decent responsiveness
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15. 🔊 Speaker Sound Quality Evaluation: Dolby Atmos
- ✅ Speakers with Dolby Atmos provide good sound quality
- ✅ Bass is strong and treble extends clearly
- ✅ Overall, the sound resonance is good, providing an immersive sound experience
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16. 🧠 AI Features and Other Specs
- ✅ LG Gram Pro external graphics models also have AI features (Gram On Device GPT, Gram Cloud)
- ✅ Supports Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.4
- ✅ Equipped with an FHD low-light webcam and dual microphone that supports facial recognition
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17. 💰 Final Conclusion and Purchase Guide
- ✅ LG Gram Pro RTX 5050 is a laptop that satisfies weight, performance, and design
- ✅ Display size, CPU, RAM, and other options can be selected
- ✅ If the target is set to RTX 5050, it is okay to choose the Intel Core Ultra 5 processor EOH for the CPU
- ✅ It is more effective to choose 32GB of RAM rather than 16GB