When it comes to ultralight laptops, LG’s Gram series has always stood out. And for 2025, the new LG Gram 17 takes things even further—not only in design but also in intelligence. I recently had the chance to go hands-on with the latest 17-inch LG Gram, and it’s nothing short of impressive.
🪶 Unbelievably Lightweight for Its Size
The first thing that strikes you is just how light and thin this machine is—especially for a 17-inch laptop. It almost feels surreal, like it doesn’t even have components inside. Weighing just 1,299g (about 2.86 lbs), it’s hard to believe you’re holding a laptop with a massive 90Wh battery and full-sized display.
The profile is razor-thin, particularly on the front edge. In fact, it’s thinner than many 13-inch devices, making it perfect for users who want portability without sacrificing screen real estate.
💻 Premium Display & Hardware Specs
The 17-inch IPS matte display is vibrant and immersive, with slim bezels on the sides to maximize screen space. The device also offers one-handed opening, thanks to its stable hinge and lightweight chassis.
Under the hood, it’s powered by the Intel Core Ultra 7 processor with Intel Arc graphics, delivering enough power for productivity and creative workloads alike. The laptop features the latest Arrow Lake architecture and is built for the AI era.
🔌 Ports & Design Details
Despite its thin build, LG hasn’t skimped on I/O:
- Right Side: 2 x USB-A ports and a headphone jack
- Left Side: Full-size HDMI, 2 x USB-C ports
You also get a full-size keyboard with a numpad, a spacious trackpad, and a minimalist, premium design available in Obsidian Black and Blue.
Charging is handled via a 65W USB-C charger, which uses a compact smartphone-style power brick, perfect for travel.
🧠 AI Features: Gram Chat & Co-Pilot Integration
LG is going all-in on AI this year. In addition to Microsoft’s Co-Pilot, the Gram comes with two exclusive AI tools:
1. Gram Chat On-Device
This AI runs locally, meaning it works without an internet connection—a huge plus for privacy and reliability. Key features include:
- Search your files, apps, settings, and documents
- Time Travel: A unique feature that lets you browse past “screenshots” of your desktop to recall previous work
- Voice Commands like “turn on dark mode” or “find document completed this week”
2. Gram Chat Cloud
This works like a ChatGPT-style assistant for:
- Drafting messages
- Creating travel itineraries
- Summarizing unread emails
- Browsing Google Drive contents
Need a birthday message? It can generate everything from polite greetings to spicy or even emotional messages. The level of personalization and creativity is surprisingly fun.
🔊 Improved Speakers & Real-World Use
Compared to previous generations, the speakers seem louder and more refined. Combined with the large display, it’s perfect for watching content, video calling, or light content creation.
This machine is also ideal as a teleprompter, secondary display, or main productivity driver. It’s rare to find a 17-inch laptop this capable that isn’t bulky like a gaming laptop.
🎯 Final Thoughts: Who Is It For?
If you’re looking for:
- A large-screen productivity laptop
- One of the lightest 17-inch devices ever
- Offline and online AI productivity tools
- Sleek design and portability
Then the LG Gram 17 (2025) should be on your radar. Whether you’re a frequent traveler, student, or professional, this laptop strikes a powerful balance between design, usability, and intelligence.
Would you pick the LG Gram 17 over a traditional 16-inch ultrabook? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!
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