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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models Gram 15Z975 and FlexBook Edge within the same category.
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | Gram 15Z975 | FlexBook Edge |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | LG | Mediacom |
| Product Family | Gram | FlexBook |
| Model | Gram 15Z975 | FlexBook Edge |
| Model Number | 15Z975-U.AP71U1 | M-FBE11 |
| Part Number / SKU | 15Z975-U.AP71U1 | M-FBE11 |
| Launch Year | 2018 year | 2017 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | 2-in-1 Convertible |
| Laptop Category | Premium / Ultraportable | 2-in-1 |
| Color | Dark Silver | — |
| Operating System | Windows 10 Pro | 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 8550U 1.8GHz | Intel Celeron Dual Core N3350 1.1GHz |
| Processor Generation | 8th Gen | Apollo Lake |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | 4 cores | 2 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | 0 cores | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | 8 threads | 2 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | 1.8 GHz | 1.1 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 4 GHz | 2.4 GHz |
| L2 Cache | — | 2 MB |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB | — |
| Processor Base Power | 15 W | 6 W |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Integrated | Integrated |
| GPU Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| GPU Model | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | Intel HD Graphics 500 |
| VRAM Capacity | 0 GB | 0 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared system memory | Shared system memory |
| GPU Boost Clock | 1150 MHz | 650 MHz |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 16 GB | 4 GB |
| Maximum Memory | — | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | DDR4 | — |
| Memory Speed | 2400 MT/s | — |
| Memory Form Factor | SO-DIMM + Soldered | — |
| Memory Slots | 1 slots | — |
| Memory Slots Used | 1 slots | — |
| Memory Upgradeable | Partially | — |
| Memory Channels | Dual | — |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | Flash Storage |
| Storage Capacity | 512 GB | 32 GB |
| Storage Interface | SATA III | Onboard flash + SATA III (M.2 expansion) |
| Storage Form Factor | M.2 2280 | 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 | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | microSD | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 15.6 inch | 11.6 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 |
| sRGB Color Gamut | 100 % | — |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | HD | 2 |
| Fingerprint Reader | Yes | — |
| 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 |
| 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 | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | 2x2 | — |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.1 | Bluetooth 4.0 |
| Ethernet | Yes | — |
| Ethernet Speed | 10/100 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 3.0 x 2 |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 1 ports | 0 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | USB Type-C x 1 | — |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| 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 | 1 ports |
| Smart Card Reader | No | No |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 60.06 Wh | 4800 Wh |
| Battery Cells | 4 cells | — |
| Battery Chemistry | Lithium-ion polymer | Lithium-polymer |
| Battery Life | 13.4 hours | — |
| Battery Life Test Method | MobileMark 2014 | — |
| Power Connector | DC-In | DC-In |
| USB-C Charging | Yes | — |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 358.14 mm | 280.8 mm |
| Depth | 228.6 mm | 189.4 mm |
| Thickness | 15.24 mm | 14.7 mm |
| Weight | 1.09 kg | 1.16 kg |
| Chassis Material | Metal alloy, Nano Carbon, Magnesium | Aluminum |
| Hinge Opening Angle | — | 360 degree |
| MIL-STD Testing | MIL-STD-810G | — |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | Firmware TPM (Intel PTT) | — |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | Yes | — |
| Drive Password Support | Yes | — |
| Smart Card Support | No | No |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 1 years | — |
| Warranty Type | Parts and labor | — |
Gram 15Z975 and FlexBook Edge share specifications such as Display Resolution (1920 x 1080), Operating System Architecture (64-bit), Processor Manufacturer (Intel), CPU Architecture (x86-64).
The main differences: Processor Model (Gram 15Z975: Intel Core i7 8550U 1.8GHz, FlexBook Edge: Intel Celeron Dual Core N3350 1.1GHz); GPU Model (Gram 15Z975: Intel UHD Graphics 620, FlexBook Edge: Intel HD Graphics 500); Installed Memory (Gram 15Z975: 16 GB, FlexBook Edge: 4 GB); Storage Capacity (Gram 15Z975: 512 GB, FlexBook Edge: 32 GB).
Gram 15Z975 may suit users who need its differing values, while FlexBook Edge benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.
