{"id":1913292,"date":"2026-05-01T21:40:47","date_gmt":"2026-05-01T18:40:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1913292"},"modified":"2026-05-01T21:40:47","modified_gmt":"2026-05-01T18:40:47","slug":"lgs-new-ultralight-gram-laptops-just-dropped-with-special-service-plan-pricing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1913292","title":{"rendered":"LG&#8217;s New Ultralight Gram Laptops Just Dropped (With Special Service Plan Pricing)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[analyse_image type=&#8221;featured&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/c95f2263cb6e54d4a279514b88e542740ac535a0\/hub\/2026\/05\/01\/787e0f35-45fc-49db-841c-1b11d0537bd4\/2026-gram-pro-aerominum-white.jpg?auto=webp&amp;fit=crop&amp;height=675&amp;width=1200&#8243;]<\/p>\n<div id=\"article-1eee3fe2-69b2-459c-b88a-7de97e6f5ada\" class=\"c-pageArticle_body sm:u-col-2 md:u-col-6 lg:u-col-6 lg:u-col-start-2\">\n<div class=\"c-pageArticle_content\">\n<div class=\"u-grid-columns\">\n<article class=\"c-ShortcodeContent c-ShortcodeContent-theme:default sm:u-col-2 md:u-col-6 lg:u-col-12\">\n<p class=\"u-speakableText-p1\">LG announced on Thursday that its six 2026 Gram laptop models are available for preorder. Headed up by the premium-priced 3-pound, 16- and 17-inch Gram Pro, the new slate of computers also includes the budget-friendly\u00a0<span class=\"c-shortcodeCommerceLink\">15- and 16-inch Gram Book<\/span>, a convertible two-in-one and a\u00a0<span><span>Copilot Plus PC<\/span><\/span> clamshell.<\/p>\n<p class=\"u-speakableText-p2\">The new laptops are shipping with a special, limited-time one-year LG Premium Care extended warranty deal for $1, but it&#8217;s only available until May 10 and only for select models.<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s the breakdown of the latest LG Gram laptops &#8212; and whether the warranty might justify pulling the trigger on a purchase for you, right now.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"c-shortcodeImage u-clearfix c-shortcodeImage-large c-shortcodeImage-hasCaption\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeImage_imageContainer\">\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-shortcodeImage_image\"><source media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/57a75b0dd37aeec666d7a038e9882c358c7f5a3d\/hub\/2026\/05\/01\/b92228d1-471f-449a-99b5-b76e789d6d44\/2026-gram-silver-black.jpg?auto=webp&amp;width=768\" alt=\"LG Gram 15s in silver and black are positioned next to each other. LG Gram AI branding is above them.\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption><span class=\"c-shortcodeImage_caption g-inner-spacing-right-small g-text-xxsmall\"><\/p>\n<p>The base model is positioned as a midrange computer combining a sleeker design and decent specifications with a lower price point.<\/p>\n<p><\/span><span class=\"c-shortcodeImage_credit g-inner-spacing-right-small g-outer-spacing-top-xsmall g-color-text-meta g-text-xxxsmall\">LG<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>The 2026 LG Gram Pro leads the latest lineup of laptops<\/h2>\n<p>Two new Gram Pro laptops headline the lineup refresh. These laptops are the first to use the company&#8217;s proprietary Aerominum material that keeps weight down to just 3 pounds while improving strength and scratch-resistance. While LG has several configurations for both sizes, there are just two options.<\/p>\n<p>The 16-inch model features:\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>2,560&#215;1,600-pixel resolution IPS display\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 processor<\/li>\n<li>32GB of LPDDR5X RAM<\/li>\n<li>2TB of storage<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The 17-inch model has:\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>2,560&#215;1,600-pixel resolution IPS display<\/li>\n<li>Intel Core Ultra 7 355 CPU<\/li>\n<li>16GB of LPDDR5X RAM<\/li>\n<li>512GB of storage<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The AMD-powered 16-inch Gram Pro is available for preorder now at <span class=\"c-shortcodeCommerceLink\">$2,400<\/span>, while the Intel-powered 17-inch model is available for preorder at <span class=\"c-shortcodeCommerceLink\">$1,650<\/span>. Unfortunately, neither has the discrete Nvidia RTX 5050 graphics available in other configurations.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>There are three more newly refreshed Gram laptops available now with the $1 premium care option: the Gram Pro 2-in-1, Gram Book and a standard Gram laptop.<\/p>\n<p>As with many convertible devices, the 16-inch Gram Pro 2-in-1 trades performance for its tablet mode, which makes it a more appealing choice for artists and notetakers. Shipping with a 2,880&#215;1,800-resolution OLED screen, this device supports touch or stylus, and has an Intel Core Ultra 7 255H processor, 32GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 1TB of storage space. The 16-inch LG Gram Pro 2-in-1 is available for preorder now at <span class=\"c-shortcodeCommerceLink\">$2,200<\/span>.<\/p>\n<p>The more affordable Gram Book is available in new 15.6- and 16-inch models that support both Intel and AMD processors, respectively. The 15.6-inch Gram Book is powered by an Intel Core Ultra 5 115U processor and has 1TB of storage space, but only 16GB of DDR5 RAM &#8212; so don&#8217;t expect to do any heavy-duty AI-powered lifts with this computer. The 16-inch Gram Book is powered by an AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 CPU and has 1TB of storage space with 32GB of LPDDR5X memory. Frankly, for a couple of hundred extra dollars, that likely puts it in a comparatively much better place than the 15.6-inch model.<\/p>\n<p>The 15.6-inch Intel-powered Gram Book is available for preorder now at <span class=\"c-shortcodeCommerceLink\">$1,150<\/span>, while the 16-inch AMD-powered Gram Book is available for preorder now at <span class=\"c-shortcodeCommerceLink\">$1,500<\/span>.<\/p>\n<p>Last but not least, the good ol&#8217; 15-inch Gram model is getting a refresh, too. The LG Gram 15 is a Copilot-enabled clamshell powered by an AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 CPU, 32GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 1TB of storage space. The LG Gram 15 is available for preorder now at <span class=\"c-shortcodeCommerceLink\">$1,600<\/span>.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"c-shortcodeImage u-clearfix c-shortcodeImage-large c-shortcodeImage-hasCaption\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeImage_imageContainer\">\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-shortcodeImage_image\"><source media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/22348a10386cab1ca48101e43ff3f9c45d809877\/hub\/2026\/05\/01\/bc2cbd6e-11bc-4c4e-a98c-df92bca42995\/2026-gram-book-01.jpg?auto=webp&amp;width=768\" alt=\"The LG Gram Book faces screen-forward, with another half-folded unit positioned next to it. LG Gram Book AI branding appears above the computers.\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption><span class=\"c-shortcodeImage_caption g-inner-spacing-right-small g-text-xxsmall\"><\/p>\n<p>The LG Premium Care warranty deal applies to the six new models, including the two separate LG Gram Book configurations.<\/p>\n<p><\/span><span class=\"c-shortcodeImage_credit g-inner-spacing-right-small g-outer-spacing-top-xsmall g-color-text-meta g-text-xxxsmall\">LG<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>The extended warranty deal is a pretty steep discount<\/h2>\n<p>Right now, we&#8217;re experiencing an unprecedented ramp-up in tech prices due to volatile market conditions. <span><span>Tariffs<\/span><\/span>, war and\u00a0<span><span>the dreaded RAMageddon<\/span><\/span> are causing laptops to become increasingly expensive. If you&#8217;re going to buy such an expensive piece of hardware, I think it&#8217;s becoming a no-brainer to insure it.<\/p>\n<p>An extended warranty is another cost for consumers to absorb, but this special LG Premium Care deal offers a super steep discount on this new laptop lineup. One year of LG Premium Care would normally cost anywhere between $130 (for the Gram Books) and $175 (for the Gram Pros).<\/p>\n<p>Purchasing some peace of mind for a couple of hundred dollars&#8217; discount isn&#8217;t too shabby &#8212; but I wouldn&#8217;t rush to shell out thousands of dollars for a warranty deal. Certain laptop configurations also very often go on sale in the months after their initial release, so even if the warranty isn&#8217;t this cheap again, the package deal may very well be cheaper at some point in the future.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for a new laptop and one of the six new LG Gram models is calling out to you, preordering one now to take advantage of the special one-year warranty deal isn&#8217;t a bad idea. 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He&#8217;s previously covered mobile devices, home energy products and broadband. He came to CNET straight out of college, where he graduated from Seton Hall with a bachelor&#8217;s degree in journalism. When Tyler&#8217;s not asking questions or doing research for his next assignment, you can find him in his home state of New Jersey, kicking back with a bagel and watching an action flick or playing a new video game.<br \/>\nWhen Tyler&#8217;s not asking questions or doing research for his next assignment, you can find him in his home state of New Jersey, kicking back with a bagel and watching an action flick or playing a new video game. <\/p>\n<p>You can reach him at tgraham@cnet.com.<\/span> See full bio <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-pageArticle_content\">\n<div class=\"u-grid-columns\">\n<article class=\"c-ShortcodeContent c-ShortcodeContent-theme:default sm:u-col-2 md:u-col-6 lg:u-col-12\">\n<p class=\"u-speakableText-p1\">LG announced on Thursday that its six 2026 Gram laptop models are available for preorder. Headed up by the premium-priced 3-pound, 16- and 17-inch Gram Pro, the new slate of computers also includes the budget-friendly\u00a0<span class=\"c-shortcodeCommerceLink\">15- and 16-inch Gram Book<\/span>, a convertible two-in-one and a\u00a0<span><span>Copilot Plus PC<\/span><\/span> clamshell.<\/p>\n<p class=\"u-speakableText-p2\">The new laptops are shipping with a special, limited-time one-year LG Premium Care extended warranty deal for $1, but it&#8217;s only available until May 10 and only for select models.<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s the breakdown of the latest LG Gram laptops &#8212; and whether the warranty might justify pulling the trigger on a purchase for you, right now.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"c-shortcodeImage u-clearfix c-shortcodeImage-large c-shortcodeImage-hasCaption\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeImage_imageContainer\">\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-shortcodeImage_image\"><source media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/57a75b0dd37aeec666d7a038e9882c358c7f5a3d\/hub\/2026\/05\/01\/b92228d1-471f-449a-99b5-b76e789d6d44\/2026-gram-silver-black.jpg?auto=webp&amp;width=768\" alt=\"LG Gram 15s in silver and black are positioned next to each other. LG Gram AI branding is above them.\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption><span class=\"c-shortcodeImage_caption g-inner-spacing-right-small g-text-xxsmall\"><\/p>\n<p>The base model is positioned as a midrange computer combining a sleeker design and decent specifications with a lower price point.<\/p>\n<p><\/span><span class=\"c-shortcodeImage_credit g-inner-spacing-right-small g-outer-spacing-top-xsmall g-color-text-meta g-text-xxxsmall\">LG<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>The 2026 LG Gram Pro leads the latest lineup of laptops<\/h2>\n<p>Two new Gram Pro laptops headline the lineup refresh. These laptops are the first to use the company&#8217;s proprietary Aerominum material that keeps weight down to just 3 pounds while improving strength and scratch-resistance. While LG has several configurations for both sizes, there are just two options.<\/p>\n<p>The 16-inch model features:\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>2,560&#215;1,600-pixel resolution IPS display\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 processor<\/li>\n<li>32GB of LPDDR5X RAM<\/li>\n<li>2TB of storage<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The 17-inch model has:\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>2,560&#215;1,600-pixel resolution IPS display<\/li>\n<li>Intel Core Ultra 7 355 CPU<\/li>\n<li>16GB of LPDDR5X RAM<\/li>\n<li>512GB of storage<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The AMD-powered 16-inch Gram Pro is available for preorder now at <span class=\"c-shortcodeCommerceLink\">$2,400<\/span>, while the Intel-powered 17-inch model is available for preorder at <span class=\"c-shortcodeCommerceLink\">$1,650<\/span>. Unfortunately, neither has the discrete Nvidia RTX 5050 graphics available in other configurations.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>There are three more newly refreshed Gram laptops available now with the $1 premium care option: the Gram Pro 2-in-1, Gram Book and a standard Gram laptop.<\/p>\n<p>As with many convertible devices, the 16-inch Gram Pro 2-in-1 trades performance for its tablet mode, which makes it a more appealing choice for artists and notetakers. Shipping with a 2,880&#215;1,800-resolution OLED screen, this device supports touch or stylus, and has an Intel Core Ultra 7 255H processor, 32GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 1TB of storage space. The 16-inch LG Gram Pro 2-in-1 is available for preorder now at <span class=\"c-shortcodeCommerceLink\">$2,200<\/span>.<\/p>\n<p>The more affordable Gram Book is available in new 15.6- and 16-inch models that support both Intel and AMD processors, respectively. The 15.6-inch Gram Book is powered by an Intel Core Ultra 5 115U processor and has 1TB of storage space, but only 16GB of DDR5 RAM &#8212; so don&#8217;t expect to do any heavy-duty AI-powered lifts with this computer. The 16-inch Gram Book is powered by an AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 CPU and has 1TB of storage space with 32GB of LPDDR5X memory. Frankly, for a couple of hundred extra dollars, that likely puts it in a comparatively much better place than the 15.6-inch model.<\/p>\n<p>The 15.6-inch Intel-powered Gram Book is available for preorder now at <span class=\"c-shortcodeCommerceLink\">$1,150<\/span>, while the 16-inch AMD-powered Gram Book is available for preorder now at <span class=\"c-shortcodeCommerceLink\">$1,500<\/span>.<\/p>\n<p>Last but not least, the good ol&#8217; 15-inch Gram model is getting a refresh, too. The LG Gram 15 is a Copilot-enabled clamshell powered by an AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 CPU, 32GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 1TB of storage space. The LG Gram 15 is available for preorder now at <span class=\"c-shortcodeCommerceLink\">$1,600<\/span>.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"c-shortcodeImage u-clearfix c-shortcodeImage-large c-shortcodeImage-hasCaption\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeImage_imageContainer\">\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-shortcodeImage_image\"><source media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/22348a10386cab1ca48101e43ff3f9c45d809877\/hub\/2026\/05\/01\/bc2cbd6e-11bc-4c4e-a98c-df92bca42995\/2026-gram-book-01.jpg?auto=webp&amp;width=768\" alt=\"The LG Gram Book faces screen-forward, with another half-folded unit positioned next to it. LG Gram Book AI branding appears above the computers.\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption><span class=\"c-shortcodeImage_caption g-inner-spacing-right-small g-text-xxsmall\"><\/p>\n<p>The LG Premium Care warranty deal applies to the six new models, including the two separate LG Gram Book configurations.<\/p>\n<p><\/span><span class=\"c-shortcodeImage_credit g-inner-spacing-right-small g-outer-spacing-top-xsmall g-color-text-meta g-text-xxxsmall\">LG<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>The extended warranty deal is a pretty steep discount<\/h2>\n<p>Right now, we&#8217;re experiencing an unprecedented ramp-up in tech prices due to volatile market conditions. <span><span>Tariffs<\/span><\/span>, war and\u00a0<span><span>the dreaded RAMageddon<\/span><\/span> are causing laptops to become increasingly expensive. If you&#8217;re going to buy such an expensive piece of hardware, I think it&#8217;s becoming a no-brainer to insure it.<\/p>\n<p>An extended warranty is another cost for consumers to absorb, but this special LG Premium Care deal offers a super steep discount on this new laptop lineup. One year of LG Premium Care would normally cost anywhere between $130 (for the Gram Books) and $175 (for the Gram Pros).<\/p>\n<p>Purchasing some peace of mind for a couple of hundred dollars&#8217; discount isn&#8217;t too shabby &#8212; but I wouldn&#8217;t rush to shell out thousands of dollars for a warranty deal. Certain laptop configurations also very often go on sale in the months after their initial release, so even if the warranty isn&#8217;t this cheap again, the package deal may very well be cheaper at some point in the future.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for a new laptop and one of the six new LG Gram models is calling out to you, preordering one now to take advantage of the special one-year warranty deal isn&#8217;t a bad idea. But if you&#8217;re not in the market for a new laptop at this exact moment, I wouldn&#8217;t rush out the door (or to the website in this case) for this limited-time special warranty, either.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<article class=\"c-ShortcodeContent c-ShortcodeContent-theme:default sm:u-col-2 md:u-col-6 lg:u-col-12\">\n<p class=\"u-speakableText-p1\">LG announced on Thursday that its six 2026 Gram laptop models are available for preorder. Headed up by the premium-priced 3-pound, 16- and 17-inch Gram Pro, the new slate of computers also includes the budget-friendly\u00a0<span class=\"c-shortcodeCommerceLink\">15- and 16-inch Gram Book<\/span>, a convertible two-in-one and a\u00a0<span><span>Copilot Plus PC<\/span><\/span> clamshell.<\/p>\n<p class=\"u-speakableText-p2\">The new laptops are shipping with a special, limited-time one-year LG Premium Care extended warranty deal for $1, but it&#8217;s only available until May 10 and only for select models.<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s the breakdown of the latest LG Gram laptops &#8212; and whether the warranty might justify pulling the trigger on a purchase for you, right now.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"c-shortcodeImage u-clearfix c-shortcodeImage-large c-shortcodeImage-hasCaption\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeImage_imageContainer\">\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-shortcodeImage_image\"><source media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/57a75b0dd37aeec666d7a038e9882c358c7f5a3d\/hub\/2026\/05\/01\/b92228d1-471f-449a-99b5-b76e789d6d44\/2026-gram-silver-black.jpg?auto=webp&amp;width=768\" alt=\"LG Gram 15s in silver and black are positioned next to each other. LG Gram AI branding is above them.\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption><span class=\"c-shortcodeImage_caption g-inner-spacing-right-small g-text-xxsmall\"><\/p>\n<p>The base model is positioned as a midrange computer combining a sleeker design and decent specifications with a lower price point.<\/p>\n<p><\/span><span class=\"c-shortcodeImage_credit g-inner-spacing-right-small g-outer-spacing-top-xsmall g-color-text-meta g-text-xxxsmall\">LG<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>The 2026 LG Gram Pro leads the latest lineup of laptops<\/h2>\n<p>Two new Gram Pro laptops headline the lineup refresh. These laptops are the first to use the company&#8217;s proprietary Aerominum material that keeps weight down to just 3 pounds while improving strength and scratch-resistance. While LG has several configurations for both sizes, there are just two options.<\/p>\n<p>The 16-inch model features:\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>2,560&#215;1,600-pixel resolution IPS display\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 processor<\/li>\n<li>32GB of LPDDR5X RAM<\/li>\n<li>2TB of storage<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The 17-inch model has:\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>2,560&#215;1,600-pixel resolution IPS display<\/li>\n<li>Intel Core Ultra 7 355 CPU<\/li>\n<li>16GB of LPDDR5X RAM<\/li>\n<li>512GB of storage<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The AMD-powered 16-inch Gram Pro is available for preorder now at <span class=\"c-shortcodeCommerceLink\">$2,400<\/span>, while the Intel-powered 17-inch model is available for preorder at <span class=\"c-shortcodeCommerceLink\">$1,650<\/span>. Unfortunately, neither has the discrete Nvidia RTX 5050 graphics available in other configurations.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>There are three more newly refreshed Gram laptops available now with the $1 premium care option: the Gram Pro 2-in-1, Gram Book and a standard Gram laptop.<\/p>\n<p>As with many convertible devices, the 16-inch Gram Pro 2-in-1 trades performance for its tablet mode, which makes it a more appealing choice for artists and notetakers. Shipping with a 2,880&#215;1,800-resolution OLED screen, this device supports touch or stylus, and has an Intel Core Ultra 7 255H processor, 32GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 1TB of storage space. The 16-inch LG Gram Pro 2-in-1 is available for preorder now at <span class=\"c-shortcodeCommerceLink\">$2,200<\/span>.<\/p>\n<p>The more affordable Gram Book is available in new 15.6- and 16-inch models that support both Intel and AMD processors, respectively. The 15.6-inch Gram Book is powered by an Intel Core Ultra 5 115U processor and has 1TB of storage space, but only 16GB of DDR5 RAM &#8212; so don&#8217;t expect to do any heavy-duty AI-powered lifts with this computer. The 16-inch Gram Book is powered by an AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 CPU and has 1TB of storage space with 32GB of LPDDR5X memory. Frankly, for a couple of hundred extra dollars, that likely puts it in a comparatively much better place than the 15.6-inch model.<\/p>\n<p>The 15.6-inch Intel-powered Gram Book is available for preorder now at <span class=\"c-shortcodeCommerceLink\">$1,150<\/span>, while the 16-inch AMD-powered Gram Book is available for preorder now at <span class=\"c-shortcodeCommerceLink\">$1,500<\/span>.<\/p>\n<p>Last but not least, the good ol&#8217; 15-inch Gram model is getting a refresh, too. The LG Gram 15 is a Copilot-enabled clamshell powered by an AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 CPU, 32GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 1TB of storage space. The LG Gram 15 is available for preorder now at <span class=\"c-shortcodeCommerceLink\">$1,600<\/span>.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"c-shortcodeImage u-clearfix c-shortcodeImage-large c-shortcodeImage-hasCaption\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeImage_imageContainer\">\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-shortcodeImage_image\"><source media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/22348a10386cab1ca48101e43ff3f9c45d809877\/hub\/2026\/05\/01\/bc2cbd6e-11bc-4c4e-a98c-df92bca42995\/2026-gram-book-01.jpg?auto=webp&amp;width=768\" alt=\"The LG Gram Book faces screen-forward, with another half-folded unit positioned next to it. LG Gram Book AI branding appears above the computers.\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption><span class=\"c-shortcodeImage_caption g-inner-spacing-right-small g-text-xxsmall\"><\/p>\n<p>The LG Premium Care warranty deal applies to the six new models, including the two separate LG Gram Book configurations.<\/p>\n<p><\/span><span class=\"c-shortcodeImage_credit g-inner-spacing-right-small g-outer-spacing-top-xsmall g-color-text-meta g-text-xxxsmall\">LG<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>The extended warranty deal is a pretty steep discount<\/h2>\n<p>Right now, we&#8217;re experiencing an unprecedented ramp-up in tech prices due to volatile market conditions. <span><span>Tariffs<\/span><\/span>, war and\u00a0<span><span>the dreaded RAMageddon<\/span><\/span> are causing laptops to become increasingly expensive. If you&#8217;re going to buy such an expensive piece of hardware, I think it&#8217;s becoming a no-brainer to insure it.<\/p>\n<p>An extended warranty is another cost for consumers to absorb, but this special LG Premium Care deal offers a super steep discount on this new laptop lineup. One year of LG Premium Care would normally cost anywhere between $130 (for the Gram Books) and $175 (for the Gram Pros).<\/p>\n<p>Purchasing some peace of mind for a couple of hundred dollars&#8217; discount isn&#8217;t too shabby &#8212; but I wouldn&#8217;t rush to shell out thousands of dollars for a warranty deal. Certain laptop configurations also very often go on sale in the months after their initial release, so even if the warranty isn&#8217;t this cheap again, the package deal may very well be cheaper at some point in the future.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for a new laptop and one of the six new LG Gram models is calling out to you, preordering one now to take advantage of the special one-year warranty deal isn&#8217;t a bad idea. But if you&#8217;re not in the market for a new laptop at this exact moment, I wouldn&#8217;t rush out the door (or to the website in this case) for this limited-time special warranty, either.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<p>[analyse_source url=&#8221;http:\/\/cnet.com\/tech\/computing\/lg-lightweight-gram-laptops-update-2026\/&#8221;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[analyse_image type=&#8221;featured&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/c95f2263cb6e54d4a279514b88e542740ac535a0\/hub\/2026\/05\/01\/787e0f35-45fc-49db-841c-1b11d0537bd4\/2026-gram-pro-aerominum-white.jpg?auto=webp&amp;fit=crop&amp;height=675&amp;width=1200&#8243;] LG announced on Thursday that its six 2026 Gram laptop models are available for preorder. Headed up by the premium-priced 3-pound, 16- and 17-inch Gram Pro, the new slate of computers also includes the budget-friendly\u00a015- and 16-inch Gram Book, a convertible two-in-one and a\u00a0Copilot Plus PC clamshell. 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