Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) vs LG gram Pro 16 (2025): Which Laptop Should You Buy?
Quick Verdict
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) scores 8.2 versus 7.6 for the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is the cheaper option at $2,399. Choose based on the use cases below: the gram Pro 16 (2025) leads overall, while the Legion Pro 5 (2025) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Key Differences
- Faster overall: Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) (Geekbench multi 19,200 vs 10,800).
- Longer battery: LG gram Pro 16 (2025) (14.6h vs 6.4h web).
- Lighter: LG gram Pro 16 (2025) (1.29 kg vs 2.5 kg).
- Display: IPS (Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025)) vs OLED (LG gram Pro 16 (2025)).
- Cheaper: LG gram Pro 16 (2025) (saves about $100 CAD).
Legion Pro 5 (2025) vs gram Pro 16 (2025): Full Breakdown
Performance: the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) is the stronger performer, posting a multi-core Geekbench score of 19,200 against 10,800 for the LG gram Pro 16 (2025) — roughly 78% faster in CPU-heavy work like exports and compiling. In our 1080p gaming suite, the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) averaged 118 FPS versus 28 FPS. The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (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 6.4 hours. The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is also easier to carry at 1.29 kg versus 2.5 kg, which matters if you commute or travel.
Display: the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) uses a 16-inch IPS panel (2560 x 1600, 240Hz), while the LG gram Pro 16 (2025) has a 16-inch OLED panel (2880 x 1800, 120Hz). The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) measured brighter at 512 nits, and covered 86% of DCI-P3 — relevant for outdoor use and colour work.
Price and value: the LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is the cheaper option in Canada, about $100 less than the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025). Weighed against our test scores (7.6 vs 8.2 overall), the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (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 Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) review and LG gram Pro 16 (2025) review.
Where these laptops rank
Both the Legion Pro 5 (2025) and the gram Pro 16 (2025) feature in these BestLaptop.ca rankings:
Winner by Use Case
Specs & Scores Comparison
| Spec | Legion Pro 5 (2025) | gram Pro 16 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 7.6 | 8.2 ✓ |
| Price (CAD) | $2,499 | $2,399 ✓ |
| CPU | Intel Core i9-14900HX | Intel Core Ultra 7 258V |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 (140W) | Intel Arc 140V (integrated) |
| RAM | 32GB DDR5 ✓ | 16GB LPDDR5x |
| Storage | 1000GB | 1000GB |
| Display | 16" IPS | 16" OLED |
| Brightness | 512 nits ✓ | 386 nits |
| Battery (web) | 6.4 h | 14.6 h ✓ |
| Weight | 2.5 kg | 1.29 kg ✓ |
| Geekbench multi | 19,200 ✓ | 10,800 |
| Gaming (1080p) | 118 fps ✓ | 28 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 7.6 for the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is the cheaper option at $2,399. Choose based on the use cases below: the gram Pro 16 (2025) leads overall, while the Legion Pro 5 (2025) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy the Legion Pro 5 (2025) or the gram Pro 16 (2025)?
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) scores 8.2 versus 7.6 for the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is the cheaper option at $2,399. Choose based on the use cases below: the gram Pro 16 (2025) leads overall, while the Legion Pro 5 (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 Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) is the better choice for gaming.
Which is better for multimedia?
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) is the better choice for multimedia.
Which is better for programming?
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (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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