LG gram Pro 16 (2025) vs ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2025): Which Laptop Should You Buy?
Quick Verdict
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) scores 8.2 versus 7.2 for the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2025) is the cheaper option at $1,299. Choose based on the use cases below: the gram Pro 16 (2025) leads overall, while the TUF Gaming A15 (2025) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Key Differences
- Faster overall: ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2025) (Geekbench multi 11,600 vs 10,800).
- Longer battery: LG gram Pro 16 (2025) (14.6h vs 7.4h web).
- Lighter: LG gram Pro 16 (2025) (1.29 kg vs 2.2 kg).
- Display: OLED (LG gram Pro 16 (2025)) vs IPS (ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2025)).
- Cheaper: ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2025) (saves about $1,100 CAD).
gram Pro 16 (2025) vs TUF Gaming A15 (2025): Full Breakdown
Performance: the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2025) is the stronger performer, posting a multi-core Geekbench score of 11,600 against 10,800 for the LG gram Pro 16 (2025) — roughly 7% faster in CPU-heavy work like exports and compiling. In our 1080p gaming suite, the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2025) averaged 104 FPS versus 28 FPS. The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2025) is the better pick if you game or edit video.
Battery and portability: the LG gram Pro 16 (2025) lasts longer away from a charger, running 14.6 hours in our web-browsing test versus 7.4 hours. The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is also easier to carry at 1.29 kg versus 2.2 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 ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2025) has a 15.6-inch IPS panel (1920 x 1080, 144Hz). 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 ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2025) is the cheaper option in Canada, about $1,100 less than the LG gram Pro 16 (2025). Weighed against our test scores (8.2 vs 7.2 overall), the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (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 ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2025) review.
Where these laptops rank
Both the gram Pro 16 (2025) and the TUF Gaming A15 (2025) feature in these BestLaptop.ca rankings:
Winner by Use Case
Specs & Scores Comparison
| Spec | gram Pro 16 (2025) | TUF Gaming A15 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 8.2 ✓ | 7.2 |
| Price (CAD) | $2,399 | $1,299 ✓ |
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 7 258V | AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS |
| GPU | Intel Arc 140V (integrated) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (115W) |
| RAM | 16GB LPDDR5x | 16GB DDR5 |
| Storage | 1000GB | 1000GB |
| Display | 16" OLED | 15.6" IPS |
| Brightness | 386 nits ✓ | 312 nits |
| Battery (web) | 14.6 h ✓ | 7.4 h |
| Weight | 1.29 kg ✓ | 2.2 kg |
| Geekbench multi | 10,800 | 11,600 ✓ |
| Gaming (1080p) | 28 fps | 104 fps ✓ |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 11 |
| Warranty | 1-year limited | 1-year limited |
Which Should You Buy?
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) scores 8.2 versus 7.2 for the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2025) is the cheaper option at $1,299. Choose based on the use cases below: the gram Pro 16 (2025) leads overall, while the TUF Gaming A15 (2025) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy the gram Pro 16 (2025) or the TUF Gaming A15 (2025)?
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) scores 8.2 versus 7.2 for the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2025) is the cheaper option at $1,299. Choose based on the use cases below: the gram Pro 16 (2025) leads overall, while the TUF Gaming A15 (2025) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Which is better for school?
The LG gram Pro 16 (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 ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (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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