LG gram 17 (2024) · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Black
Core Ultra 7 · 16GB · 2024
MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 16GB · 1TB SSD
M4 Max · 16GB · 2024 · 1TB SSD
MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 16GB · 1TB SSD takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, LG gram 17 (2024) · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Black lands at 84 and MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 16GB · 1TB SSD at 96. That puts MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 16GB · 1TB SSD ahead by 12 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick LG gram 17 (2024) · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Black if…
- ✓Current-gen silicon
- ✓Competitive spec-for-dollar
- ✓Manufacturer warranty
Pick MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 16GB · 1TB SSD if…
- ✓Current-gen silicon
- ✓Competitive spec-for-dollar
- ✓Manufacturer warranty
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testPerformance
MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 16GB · 1TB SSDCPU + GPU muscle for demanding work
MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 16GB · 1TB SSD leads on cpu (96 vs 84).
Battery life
MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 16GB · 1TB SSDUnplugged endurance for travel and campus
MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 16GB · 1TB SSD leads on battery (86 vs 74).
Portability
LG gram 17 (2024) · 16GB · 256GB SSD · BlackWeight, size, and carry-everywhere comfort
LG gram 17 (2024) · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Black leads on portability (91 vs 79).
Display
TiePanel quality for creative and media work
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Value for money
LG gram 17 (2024) · 16GB · 256GB SSD · BlackSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
LG gram 17 (2024) · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Black more score per dollar ($1,799 vs $3,399).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | LG gram 17 (2024) · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Black | MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 16GB · 1TB SSD |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | ▲ Core Ultra 7 | M4 Max |
| RAM | 16GB | 16GB |
| Release year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Storage | ▲ 256GB SSD | 1TB SSD |
| Color | Black | — |
LG gram 17 (2024) · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Black
- +Current-gen silicon
- +Competitive spec-for-dollar
- +Manufacturer warranty
- −Battery varies by config
- −Some SKUs heavy
- −RAM often soldered
MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 16GB · 1TB SSD
- +Current-gen silicon
- +Competitive spec-for-dollar
- +Manufacturer warranty
- −Battery varies by config
- −Some SKUs heavy
- −RAM often soldered
FAQ: LG gram 17 (2024) · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Black vs MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 16GB · 1TB SSD
Which is better, LG gram 17 (2024) · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Black or MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 16GB · 1TB SSD? +
MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 16GB · 1TB SSD scores 96 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 12. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is LG gram 17 (2024) · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Black worth the price? +
At $1,799, LG gram 17 (2024) · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Black delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in portability.
Is MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 16GB · 1TB SSD worth the price? +
At $3,399, MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 16GB · 1TB SSD delivers a Specdex score of 96 — strongest in cpu.
Does LG gram 17 (2024) · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Black or MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 16GB · 1TB SSD last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.
Which is better for performance, LG gram 17 (2024) · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Black or MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 16GB · 1TB SSD? +
MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 16GB · 1TB SSD — leads on cpu (96 vs 84). CPU + GPU muscle for demanding work.
Which is better for battery life, LG gram 17 (2024) · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Black or MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 16GB · 1TB SSD? +
MacBook Pro 14 M4 Max · 16GB · 1TB SSD — leads on battery (86 vs 74). Unplugged endurance for travel and campus.