LG gram Pro 16 (2025) vs Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10): Which Laptop Should You Buy?
Quick Verdict
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) scores 8.2 versus 8.2 for the Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10), making it the stronger all-rounder. The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the cheaper option at $1,949. Choose based on the use cases below: the gram Pro 16 (2025) leads overall, while the Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Key Differences
- Faster overall: Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) (Geekbench multi 11,600 vs 10,800).
- Longer battery: LG gram Pro 16 (2025) (14.6h vs 14.2h web).
- Lighter: LG gram Pro 16 (2025) (1.29 kg vs 1.36 kg).
- Cheaper: Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) (saves about $450 CAD).
gram Pro 16 (2025) vs Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10): Full Breakdown
Performance: the Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) 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 Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) averaged 31 FPS versus 28 FPS. The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) 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 14.2 hours. The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is also easier to carry at 1.29 kg versus 1.36 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 Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) has a 14-inch OLED panel (2880 x 1800, 120Hz). The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) measured brighter at 416 nits, and covered 99% of DCI-P3 — relevant for outdoor use and colour work.
Price and value: the Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the cheaper option in Canada, about $450 less than the LG gram Pro 16 (2025). Weighed against our test scores (8.2 vs 8.2 overall), the Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) 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 Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) review.
Where these laptops rank
Both the gram Pro 16 (2025) and the Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) feature in these BestLaptop.ca rankings:
Winner by Use Case
Specs & Scores Comparison
| Spec | gram Pro 16 (2025) | Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 8.2 | 8.2 |
| Price (CAD) | $2,399 | $1,949 ✓ |
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 7 258V | Intel Core Ultra 7 268V |
| GPU | Intel Arc 140V (integrated) | Intel Arc 140V (integrated) |
| RAM | 16GB LPDDR5x | 32GB LPDDR5x ✓ |
| Storage | 1000GB | 1000GB |
| Display | 16" OLED | 14" OLED |
| Brightness | 386 nits | 416 nits ✓ |
| Battery (web) | 14.6 h ✓ | 14.2 h |
| Weight | 1.29 kg ✓ | 1.36 kg |
| Geekbench multi | 10,800 | 11,600 ✓ |
| Gaming (1080p) | 28 fps | 31 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 8.2 for the Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10), making it the stronger all-rounder. The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the cheaper option at $1,949. Choose based on the use cases below: the gram Pro 16 (2025) leads overall, while the Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy the gram Pro 16 (2025) or the Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10)?
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) scores 8.2 versus 8.2 for the Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10), making it the stronger all-rounder. The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the cheaper option at $1,949. Choose based on the use cases below: the gram Pro 16 (2025) leads overall, while the Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Which is better for school?
The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the better choice for school.
Which is better for business?
The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the better choice for business.
Which is better for gaming?
The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the better choice for gaming.
Which is better for multimedia?
The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) 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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