LG gram 17Z990 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of LG gram 17Z990 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-lightweight design

long-lasting battery

large high-resolution display

robust build quality

solid overall performance

higher price point

limited gaming capabilities

no discrete GPU

average speaker quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) and LG gram 17Z990
86 % - Design
86 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) vs. LG gram 17Z990 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) LG gram 17Z990
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 41.8 cm x 29.26 cm x 2.49 cm 38.075 cm x 26.593 cm x 1.68 cm
Weight 2.8 kg 1.34 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Magnesium-nanocarbon alloy
Colour Onyx black Dark silver
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) LG gram 17Z990
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - TN 17" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1600 x 900 (HD+) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% 96% sRGB
Features Glare Reader Mode, Daylight Mode
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) LG gram 17Z990
CPU Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7100U / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core -
Cache 3 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) LG gram 17Z990
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) LG gram 17Z990
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm 512 GB SSD M.2 2280
Optical Drive DVD-Writer - tray -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) LG gram 17Z990
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD (front)
Camera Features - Built-in microphone
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Speakers
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio DTS Headphone:X
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) LG gram 17Z990
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165 - M.2 Card Intel Wireless-AC 9560
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 10/100 Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) LG gram 17Z990
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Installed Qty - 1
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 9360 mAh
Battery Life Up to 6 hours Up to 19.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) LG gram 17Z990
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) LG gram 17Z990
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Gesture function, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) LG gram 17Z990
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
3 x USB 3.1
USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (with power off charging)
HDMI
Headphone output
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) LG gram 17Z990
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included - Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), LG Easy Guide, LG Control Center, LG Update Center, LG Power Manager, LG On Screen Display 3, LG Reader Mode, DTS Headphone X
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) LG gram 17Z990
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington mini security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password HDD lock
Compliant Standards RoHS MIL-STD 810G
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - parts and labour - 2 years
Model Number 17IKB 80XM V
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