Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) vs LG gram Pro 16 (2025): Which Laptop Should You Buy?
Quick Verdict
The Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) scores 8.3 versus 8.2 for the LG gram Pro 16 (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) is the cheaper option at $1,449. Choose based on the use cases below: the Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) leads overall, while the gram Pro 16 (2025) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Key Differences
- Faster overall: Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) (Geekbench multi 13,200 vs 10,800).
- Longer battery: Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) (16h vs 14.6h web).
- Lighter: LG gram Pro 16 (2025) (1.29 kg vs 1.34 kg).
- Display: IPS (PixelSense) (Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8)) vs OLED (LG gram Pro 16 (2025)).
- Cheaper: Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) (saves about $950 CAD).
Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) vs gram Pro 16 (2025): Full Breakdown
Performance: the Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) is the stronger performer, posting a multi-core Geekbench score of 13,200 against 10,800 for the LG gram Pro 16 (2025) — roughly 22% faster in CPU-heavy work like exports and compiling. In our 1080p gaming suite, the LG gram Pro 16 (2025) averaged 28 FPS versus 16 FPS. The Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) is the better pick if you game or edit video.
Battery and portability: the Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) lasts longer away from a charger, running 16 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 1.34 kg, which matters if you commute or travel.
Display: the Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) uses a 13.8-inch IPS (PixelSense) panel (2304 x 1536, 120Hz), while the LG gram Pro 16 (2025) has a 16-inch OLED panel (2880 x 1800, 120Hz). The Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) measured brighter at 596 nits, and covered 82% of DCI-P3 — relevant for outdoor use and colour work.
Price and value: the Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) is the cheaper option in Canada, about $950 less than the LG gram Pro 16 (2025). Weighed against our test scores (8.3 vs 8.2 overall), the Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) offers the better value for the money, while the Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) is the stronger laptop outright if budget is not the deciding factor.
For the complete testing data, read our full Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) review and LG gram Pro 16 (2025) review.
Where these laptops rank
Both the Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) and the gram Pro 16 (2025) feature in these BestLaptop.ca rankings:
Winner by Use Case
Specs & Scores Comparison
| Spec | Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) | gram Pro 16 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 8.3 ✓ | 8.2 |
| Price (CAD) | $1,449 ✓ | $2,399 |
| CPU | Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus | Intel Core Ultra 7 258V |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno (integrated) | Intel Arc 140V (integrated) |
| RAM | 16GB LPDDR5x | 16GB LPDDR5x |
| Storage | 512GB | 1000GB ✓ |
| Display | 13.8" IPS (PixelSense) | 16" OLED |
| Brightness | 596 nits ✓ | 386 nits |
| Battery (web) | 16 h ✓ | 14.6 h |
| Weight | 1.34 kg | 1.29 kg ✓ |
| Geekbench multi | 13,200 ✓ | 10,800 |
| Gaming (1080p) | 16 fps | 28 fps ✓ |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 11 |
| Warranty | 1-year limited | 1-year limited |
Which Should You Buy?
The Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) scores 8.3 versus 8.2 for the LG gram Pro 16 (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) is the cheaper option at $1,449. Choose based on the use cases below: the Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) leads overall, while the gram Pro 16 (2025) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy the Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) or the gram Pro 16 (2025)?
The Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) scores 8.3 versus 8.2 for the LG gram Pro 16 (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) is the cheaper option at $1,449. Choose based on the use cases below: the Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) leads overall, while the gram Pro 16 (2025) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Which is better for school?
The Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) is the better choice for school.
Which is better for business?
The Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) 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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