LG gram Pro 16 (2025) vs Acer Chromebook Plus 514 (2025): Which Laptop Should You Buy?
Quick Verdict
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) scores 8.2 versus 7.5 for the Acer Chromebook Plus 514 (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The Acer Chromebook Plus 514 (2025) is the cheaper option at $449. Choose based on the use cases below: the gram Pro 16 (2025) leads overall, while the Chromebook Plus 514 (2025) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Key Differences
- Faster overall: LG gram Pro 16 (2025) (Geekbench multi 10,800 vs 6,000).
- Longer battery: Acer Chromebook Plus 514 (2025) (16.2h vs 14.6h web).
- Lighter: LG gram Pro 16 (2025) (1.29 kg vs 1.35 kg).
- Display: OLED (LG gram Pro 16 (2025)) vs IPS (Acer Chromebook Plus 514 (2025)).
- Cheaper: Acer Chromebook Plus 514 (2025) (saves about $1,950 CAD).
gram Pro 16 (2025) vs Chromebook Plus 514 (2025): Full Breakdown
Performance: the LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is the stronger performer, posting a multi-core Geekbench score of 10,800 against 6,000 for the Acer Chromebook Plus 514 (2025) — roughly 80% faster in CPU-heavy work like exports and compiling. In our 1080p gaming suite, the LG gram Pro 16 (2025) averaged 28 FPS versus 12 FPS. The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is the better pick if you game or edit video.
Battery and portability: the Acer Chromebook Plus 514 (2025) lasts longer away from a charger, running 16.2 hours in our web-browsing test versus 14.6 hours. The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is also easier to carry at 1.29 kg versus 1.35 kg, which matters if you commute or travel.
Display: the LG gram Pro 16 (2025) uses a 16-inch OLED panel (2880 x 1800, 120Hz), while the Acer Chromebook Plus 514 (2025) has a 14-inch IPS panel (1920 x 1080, 60Hz). The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) measured brighter at 386 nits, and covered 99% of DCI-P3 — relevant for outdoor use and colour work.
Price and value: the Acer Chromebook Plus 514 (2025) is the cheaper option in Canada, about $1,950 less than the LG gram Pro 16 (2025). Weighed against our test scores (8.2 vs 7.5 overall), the Acer Chromebook Plus 514 (2025) offers the better value for the money, while the LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is the stronger laptop outright if budget is not the deciding factor.
For the complete testing data, read our full LG gram Pro 16 (2025) review and Acer Chromebook Plus 514 (2025) review.
Where these laptops rank
Both the gram Pro 16 (2025) and the Chromebook Plus 514 (2025) feature in these BestLaptop.ca rankings:
Winner by Use Case
Specs & Scores Comparison
| Spec | gram Pro 16 (2025) | Chromebook Plus 514 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 8.2 ✓ | 7.5 |
| Price (CAD) | $2,399 | $449 ✓ |
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 7 258V | MediaTek Kompanio Ultra 910 |
| GPU | Intel Arc 140V (integrated) | Arm Mali (integrated) |
| RAM | 16GB LPDDR5x ✓ | 8GB LPDDR5 |
| Storage | 1000GB ✓ | 128GB |
| Display | 16" OLED | 14" IPS |
| Brightness | 386 nits ✓ | 316 nits |
| Battery (web) | 14.6 h | 16.2 h ✓ |
| Weight | 1.29 kg ✓ | 1.35 kg |
| Geekbench multi | 10,800 ✓ | 6,000 |
| Gaming (1080p) | 28 fps ✓ | 12 fps |
| OS | Windows 11 | ChromeOS |
| Warranty | 1-year limited | 1-year limited |
Which Should You Buy?
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) scores 8.2 versus 7.5 for the Acer Chromebook Plus 514 (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The Acer Chromebook Plus 514 (2025) is the cheaper option at $449. Choose based on the use cases below: the gram Pro 16 (2025) leads overall, while the Chromebook Plus 514 (2025) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy the gram Pro 16 (2025) or the Chromebook Plus 514 (2025)?
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) scores 8.2 versus 7.5 for the Acer Chromebook Plus 514 (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The Acer Chromebook Plus 514 (2025) is the cheaper option at $449. Choose based on the use cases below: the gram Pro 16 (2025) leads overall, while the Chromebook Plus 514 (2025) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Which is better for school?
The Acer Chromebook Plus 514 (2025) is the better choice for school.
Which is better for business?
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is the better choice for business.
Which is better for gaming?
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is the better choice for gaming.
Which is better for multimedia?
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is the better choice for multimedia.
Which is better for programming?
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is the better choice for programming.
Which is better for travel?
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is the better choice for travel.
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