HP Spectre x360 14 (2025) vs LG gram Pro 16 (2025): Which Laptop Should You Buy?
Quick Verdict
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) scores 8.2 versus 8.0 for the HP Spectre x360 14 (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The HP Spectre x360 14 (2025) is the cheaper option at $1,799. Choose based on the use cases below: the gram Pro 16 (2025) leads overall, while the Spectre x360 14 (2025) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Key Differences
- Faster overall: HP Spectre x360 14 (2025) (Geekbench multi 11,800 vs 10,800).
- Longer battery: LG gram Pro 16 (2025) (14.6h vs 11h web).
- Lighter: LG gram Pro 16 (2025) (1.29 kg vs 1.44 kg).
- Cheaper: HP Spectre x360 14 (2025) (saves about $600 CAD).
Spectre x360 14 (2025) vs gram Pro 16 (2025): Full Breakdown
Performance: the HP Spectre x360 14 (2025) is the stronger performer, posting a multi-core Geekbench score of 11,800 against 10,800 for the LG gram Pro 16 (2025) — roughly 9% faster in CPU-heavy work like exports and compiling. In our 1080p gaming suite, the LG gram Pro 16 (2025) averaged 28 FPS versus 26 FPS. The HP Spectre x360 14 (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 11 hours. The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is also easier to carry at 1.29 kg versus 1.44 kg, which matters if you commute or travel.
Display: the HP Spectre x360 14 (2025) uses a 14-inch OLED panel (2880 x 1800, 120Hz), while the LG gram Pro 16 (2025) has a 16-inch OLED panel (2880 x 1800, 120Hz). The HP Spectre x360 14 (2025) measured brighter at 402 nits, and covered 98% of DCI-P3 — relevant for outdoor use and colour work.
Price and value: the HP Spectre x360 14 (2025) is the cheaper option in Canada, about $600 less than the LG gram Pro 16 (2025). Weighed against our test scores (8.0 vs 8.2 overall), the HP Spectre x360 14 (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 HP Spectre x360 14 (2025) review and LG gram Pro 16 (2025) review.
Where these laptops rank
Both the Spectre x360 14 (2025) and the gram Pro 16 (2025) feature in these BestLaptop.ca rankings:
Winner by Use Case
Specs & Scores Comparison
| Spec | Spectre x360 14 (2025) | gram Pro 16 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 8.0 | 8.2 ✓ |
| Price (CAD) | $1,799 ✓ | $2,399 |
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel Core Ultra 7 258V |
| GPU | Intel Arc (integrated) | Intel Arc 140V (integrated) |
| RAM | 16GB LPDDR5x | 16GB LPDDR5x |
| Storage | 1000GB | 1000GB |
| Display | 14" OLED | 16" OLED |
| Brightness | 402 nits ✓ | 386 nits |
| Battery (web) | 11 h | 14.6 h ✓ |
| Weight | 1.44 kg | 1.29 kg ✓ |
| Geekbench multi | 11,800 ✓ | 10,800 |
| Gaming (1080p) | 26 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 8.0 for the HP Spectre x360 14 (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The HP Spectre x360 14 (2025) is the cheaper option at $1,799. Choose based on the use cases below: the gram Pro 16 (2025) leads overall, while the Spectre x360 14 (2025) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy the Spectre x360 14 (2025) or the gram Pro 16 (2025)?
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) scores 8.2 versus 8.0 for the HP Spectre x360 14 (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The HP Spectre x360 14 (2025) is the cheaper option at $1,799. Choose based on the use cases below: the gram Pro 16 (2025) leads overall, while the Spectre x360 14 (2025) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Which is better for school?
The HP Spectre x360 14 (2025) is the better choice for school.
Which is better for business?
The HP Spectre x360 14 (2025) is the better choice for business.
Which is better for gaming?
The HP Spectre x360 14 (2025) is the better choice for gaming.
Which is better for multimedia?
The HP Spectre x360 14 (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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