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Feb 21, 2023 7:39 PM

LG Gram 17Z90Q Laptop: i5-1240P, 17" 2560x1600, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD

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Update: This deal is available again with a price reduction on the 14" model and additional models available.

BuyDig has select LG Gram Laptops on sale listed below when you apply promo code GRAM in cart. Shipping is free.

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  • About this deal:
    • Price on the 14" LG Gram 14Z90Q Laptop beats a December 2022 Frontpage deal. -StrawMan86
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  • Please refer to the forum thread for additional details & discussion.
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Update: This deal is available again with a price reduction on the 14" model and additional models available.

BuyDig has select LG Gram Laptops on sale listed below when you apply promo code GRAM in cart. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Editor iconian for sharing this deal.

Available (prices after code GRAM):

Editor's Notes

Written by StrawMan86 | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • Price on the 14" LG Gram 14Z90Q Laptop beats a December 2022 Frontpage deal. -StrawMan86
  • About this store:
    • See BuyDig return policy here.
  • Please refer to the forum thread for additional details & discussion.
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Feb 22, 2023 7:55 PM
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max1001Feb 22, 2023 7:55 PM
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Quote from lfespock View quoted comment :
IdeaPads are almost 2.5x heavier. I believe the lightest one is 4.6 lbs!!
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no, it's 3 lbs.
Feb 22, 2023 8:25 PM
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lfespockFeb 22, 2023 8:25 PM
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Quote from paulyshore View quoted comment :
Who are the target audience for lg grams? People who web browse or daytrade etc?

So anyone who games just a little bit should avoid lg gram? Mainly because of the graphics card?
If you're a heavy gamer, do NOT buy the Gram. It does NOT have a solid dGpU. It's iGPU is fine for simple gaming, but this laptop was not built for gaming.

If you're a hardcore developer that needs more than 16GB RAM, this is NOT for you.

Target users are business users that travel frequently. LG Gram value proposition is:
  • super lightweight
  • long battery life
  • powerful processor

Most ultrabooks are superior in one or two of the above, but not all three.

What 17" laptop do you know with the latest Intel processors with a battery life that can REALLY TRULY last longer than 10 hours STRAIGHT USAGE yet still under 3lbs??

Most 15" laptops are 5lbs+!!!!

When I'm traveling, every backpacker knows that every pound counts. More so having to carry a brick of a power adapter that's probably an additional pound or two itself.

What laptop do you know can realistically last longer than 4 hours (without having to turn off Bluetooth and wifi and turning it down to the lowest brightness level)??

This sucker lasts longer than ELEVEN HOURS! It could probably go beyond 12 hours but the longest I've ever personally needed to use it was 11 hours.

The 17" Gram can last longer than eleven hours STRAIGHT with full bluetooth/wifi on highest brightness with Spotify playing in the background constantly while working/browsing/etc.

While traveling, if you don't have constant access to a power outlet (think trains, buses, non-Jetblue planes, long car rides, international non-Asian airports), and you need a laptop that will last you a solid REAL (not theoretical) 11 hours, get a Gram.

What laptop do you know can last more than 4 hours max without having to put it on lowest brightness and turning off Bluetooth and Wifi??

The cons are:
-it can overheat
-LG purposefully limited the CPU power, which handicaps the CPUs true potential power
-RAM soldered on so no upgrading to 32GB or more

Because of the CPU limiting, the i5 is a much better buy for $100 to $250 savings. The i7 has been significantly limited and its performance is equivalent to an i5.

If you like to travel light and your usage is spreadsheets, Outlook email, youtube videos, there is no better laptop.

And lastly, no, I do not work for LG or have any equity in the company laugh out loud
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Feb 22, 2023 8:30 PM
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lfespockFeb 22, 2023 8:30 PM
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Quote from max1001 View quoted comment :
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no, it's 3 lbs.
Whoops. You are right. It is 3.17lbs for the 14". I misread it to be the 15".

LG Gram 17" is 2.98lbs.

LG Gram 14" is 2.2lbs (full pound less)
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Feb 22, 2023 11:14 PM
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Feb 22, 2023 11:14 PM
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Quote from RicknAustin View quoted comment :
FYI you can buy a Wifi upgrade USB, I helped a friend get one and it worked for two years
I would prefer the AMD CPUs in the Gram for sure to help out with lower heat. I would not get an i7 as it is more than I need and does make more heat. Thanks.
Feb 23, 2023 12:06 AM
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Feb 23, 2023 5:14 AM
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nodineroFeb 23, 2023 5:14 AM
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Both the i5 and i7 in these Grams are definitely thermally constrained but still the i7 is a little faster than the i5, roughly 5-15% depending on the specific use. I can't find an exact apples to apples comparison but the link below shows the same generation Gram 14" i5 vs a 16" i7. Considering the internals are essentially the same, this should be a fair comparison. Can't look at the battery life though since the monitor sizes are so different. But the Benchmarks section can give you an idea of the moderate performance upgrade going from the i5 to the i7. I wouldn't pay much for the upgrade but there is a small difference.

https://versus.com/en/lg-gram-14-...am-1tb-ssd
Feb 23, 2023 5:44 AM
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genaldarFeb 23, 2023 5:44 AM
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I ordered this this morning but then I saw this https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0...prod_image for $50 more so I bought that and cancelled my LG order. When I did they offered me $28 off to not cancel, so maybe try to cancel and save a few more bucks.

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Feb 23, 2023 4:17 PM
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flatcardFeb 23, 2023 4:17 PM
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Owners of Lenovo Thinkpad X1 Carbon are laughing at the comparison of X1C and Gram. X1C is the world's best business laptop at 2.5 lbs, and Gram is... not a business laptop, not a gaming laptop, not a workstation.... LOL
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Feb 23, 2023 4:31 PM
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CptObviousFeb 23, 2023 4:31 PM
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Quote from flatcard View quoted comment :
Owners of Lenovo Thinkpad X1 Carbon are laughing at the comparison of X1C and Gram. X1C is the world's best business laptop at 2.5 lbs, and Gram is... not a business laptop, not a gaming laptop, not a workstation.... LOL
Not defending the Gram as I don't one, but I'm currently using a year-old work-issued X1 Carbon with an i7/16GB that's had to have a USB-C port replaced and is now having performance/heating issues running just Office apps. Several other people in our office had theirs just die on them.

I'm not a Lenovo hater as I have a Y740 at home that's mostly fine. I'm just glad I didn't pay for the X1.
Feb 23, 2023 8:12 PM
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clovisrFeb 23, 2023 8:12 PM
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Quote from imkewls View quoted comment :
I like the LG Grams. I'm an IT guy for a medium sized company. I bought one of these for one of our senior executives who kept breaking hinges on HP laptops. The reason I originally bought the gram was its durability rating and reviews... It's been a year and so far it has stood up to the daily abuse without issue. It's plenty fast and very light. I have had zero issues come in from it.
Did you buy the 14', 16' or 17' ?
Feb 23, 2023 8:14 PM
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clovisrFeb 23, 2023 8:14 PM
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Quote from neomax7 View quoted comment :
i have 17inch 2022 and just took the 16inch 2022 deal from buydig last week.

I love gram but it has a heat problem.

here is my 10cents for those of you are brave enough.

if you dont care the warranty and all, you can open the bottom case and rip the paper off from its fan hole.

there is a paper blocking the holes which prevents airflow. this is to meet the military standard so sand and dust dont get inside.

I suggest remove it as any other laptop already have.
totally up to you but it worked for me
Do you like/recommend the 16' or 17' more?
Feb 23, 2023 10:31 PM
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dr263599Feb 23, 2023 10:31 PM
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Quote from c2nah777 View quoted comment :
What specific issues have you had? I had weaker wifi reception with one compared to other laptops, but otherwise, it was stellar. Runs cool, fast, super light, great screen. Please explain in order to be of any help.Confused
He's just looking for attention
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Feb 25, 2023 11:12 AM
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riverhorseFeb 25, 2023 11:12 AM
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Great deal.
Does anything like this exist that is convertible & touchscreen w\ dedicated graphics card at this screen size or close to it?
Feb 25, 2023 11:20 AM
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GreenShow729Feb 25, 2023 11:20 AM
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Quote from lfespock View quoted comment :
What 17" laptop do you know with the latest Intel processors with a battery life that can REALLY TRULY last longer than 10 hours STRAIGHT USAGE yet still under 3lbs??
What laptop do you know can realistically last longer than 4 hours (without having to turn off Bluetooth and wifi and turning it down to the lowest brightness level)??
This sucker lasts longer than ELEVEN HOURS! It could probably go beyond 12 hours but the longest I've ever personally needed to use it was 11 hours.
The 17" Gram can last longer than eleven hours STRAIGHT with full bluetooth/wifi on highest brightness with Spotify playing in the background constantly while working/browsing/etc.
What laptop do you know can last more than 4 hours max without having to put it on lowest brightness and turning off Bluetooth and Wifi??
Gonna need proof on 11 hour battery life with bluetooth, wifi, constant use, and playback. Plus full brightness.
I want to believe; but most reviews say it performs pretty standard in that kind of use.
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Feb 26, 2023 11:40 AM
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hyuggie1Feb 26, 2023 11:40 AM
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Quote from paulyshore View quoted comment :
Who are the target audience for lg grams? People who web browse or daytrade etc?


So anyone who games just a little bit should avoid lg gram? Mainly because of the graphics card?
You do realize most people do not game on their laptops

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