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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models Gram 14Z970 and SmartBook Edge within the same category.
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | Gram 14Z970 | SmartBook Edge |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | LG | Mediacom |
| Product Family | Gram | SmartBook |
| Model | Gram 14Z970 | SmartBook Edge |
| Model Number | 14Z970-A.AAS7U1 | M-SBE13C |
| Part Number / SKU | 14Z970-A.AAS7U1 | M-SBE13C |
| Launch Year | 2017 year | 2017 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Premium / Ultraportable | Mainstream |
| Color | Dark Silver | — |
| Operating System | Windows 10 Home | Windows 10 Home |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| Processor Family | Intel Core i7 | Intel Celeron |
| Processor Model | Intel Core i7 7500U 2.7GHz | Intel Celeron Quad Core N3450 1.1GHz |
| Processor Generation | 7th Gen | Apollo Lake |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | 2 cores | 4 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | 0 cores | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | 4 threads | 4 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | 2.7 GHz | 1.1 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz | 2.2 GHz |
| L2 Cache | — | 2 MB |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB | — |
| Processor Base Power | 15 W | 6 W |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Integrated | Integrated |
| GPU Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| GPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 620 | Intel HD Graphics 500 |
| VRAM Capacity | 0 GB | 0 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared system memory | Shared system memory |
| GPU Boost Clock | 1050 MHz | 700 MHz |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 8 GB | 4 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 12 GB | — |
| Memory Type | DDR4 | — |
| Memory Speed | 2133 MT/s | — |
| Memory Slots | 2 slots | — |
| Memory Slots Used | 1 slots | — |
| Memory Upgradeable | Yes | — |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | eMMC |
| Storage Capacity | 512 GB | 32 GB |
| Storage Interface | SATA III | eMMC |
| Storage Form Factor | — | M.2 2242 (expansion) |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | — | 2 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | — | 1 slots |
| Card Reader | Yes | — |
| Card Reader Formats | microSD | — |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 14 inch | 13.3 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Resolution Class | FHD | FHD |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Touchscreen | Yes | — |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | Glossy | — |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 1 | 2 |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | Stereo 2-speaker | Built-in speaker |
| Speaker Power | 1 x 2 W | — |
| Audio Technology | DTS Headphone:X | — |
| Microphone Configuration | Built-in microphone | Built-in microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | — |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 5 | — |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | 802.11ac | — |
| Wi-Fi Bands | Dual-band | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.1 | Bluetooth 4.0 |
| Ethernet | Yes | — |
| Ethernet Speed | 10/100 or Gigabit via adapter | — |
| WWAN | No | No |
| SIM Slot | — | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 3 ports | 2 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | USB 3.0 x 2, USB 2.0 x 1 | USB 2.0 x 1, USB 3.0 x 1 |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | USB Type-C x 1 | USB-C x 1 |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | — |
| DisplayPort Output | USB-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode | — |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 1 ports | 0 ports |
| Smart Card Reader | No | No |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 60.06 Wh | 9600 Wh |
| Battery Cells | 4 cells | — |
| Battery Chemistry | Lithium-polymer | Lithium-polymer |
| Battery Life | 14.5 hours | — |
| Battery Life Test Method | Manufacturer-rated battery life | — |
| Power Adapter | 40 W | — |
| Power Connector | DC-In | — |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 322.58 mm | 325 mm |
| Depth | 210.82 mm | 212 mm |
| Thickness | 15.24 mm | 13.5 mm |
| Weight | 0.97 kg | 1.216 kg |
| Chassis Material | Magnesium alloy | Metal |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| Smart Card Support | No | No |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 1 years | — |
| Warranty Type | Parts and labor | — |
Gram 14Z970 and SmartBook Edge share specifications such as Display Resolution (1920 x 1080), Launch Year (2017 year), Form Factor (Clamshell), Operating System (Windows 10 Home).
The main differences: Processor Model (Gram 14Z970: Intel Core i7 7500U 2.7GHz, SmartBook Edge: Intel Celeron Quad Core N3450 1.1GHz); GPU Model (Gram 14Z970: Intel HD Graphics 620, SmartBook Edge: Intel HD Graphics 500); Installed Memory (Gram 14Z970: 8 GB, SmartBook Edge: 4 GB); Storage Capacity (Gram 14Z970: 512 GB, SmartBook Edge: 32 GB).
Gram 14Z970 may suit users who need its differing values, while SmartBook Edge benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.
