LG gram 17Z90Q Review

Advantages and disadvantages of LG gram 17Z90Q based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-lightweight design

impressive battery life

vivid, large display

high-speed performance

ample storage capacity

higher price point

limited gaming capabilities

no HDMI port

average speaker quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) and LG gram 17Z90Q
87 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
87 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) vs. LG gram 17Z90Q Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) LG gram 17Z90Q
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.24 cm x 21 cm x 1.77 cm 37.88 cm x 25.88 cm x 1.77 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 1.35 kg
Colour Transparent silver Charcoal grey
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) LG gram 17Z90Q
Screen Size (Type) 14" 17" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 350 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 99% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, NanoEdge display Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) LG gram 17Z90Q
CPU Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7020U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 12-core
Cache 3 MB L3 - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features - Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) LG gram 17Z90Q
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 5200 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) LG gram 17Z90Q
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) LG gram 17Z90Q
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera Yes - HD Yes - Full HD
Camera Features - IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards - DTS:X Ultra
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) LG gram 17Z90Q
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 211
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) LG gram 17Z90Q
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 38 Wh 80 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 17.5 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) LG gram 17Z90Q
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) LG gram 17Z90Q
Type Keyboard, touchpad Touchpad, 101 keys keyboard
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Gesture function, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) LG gram 17Z90Q
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone output
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB4 Gen 3x2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) LG gram 17Z90Q
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition in S mode Windows 11 Home
Software Included - LG Recovery Center, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), CyberLink Power Media Player, LG Update Center, CyberLink PhotoDirector LE, PowerDirector LE, Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), Alexa, DTS:X Ultra, Glance by Mirametrix, Virtoo, CyberLink ColorDirector LE, Audio Director LE, LG Smart Assistant, PCmover Professional
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) LG gram 17Z90Q
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password, ASUS Battery Health charging technology Secure mode, Mega cooling 4.0
Compliant Standards - MIL-STD 810G
SAR Value 0.286 W/kg (body), 0.286 W/kg (limb) -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
Model Number EK019T K.AR56A1
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