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ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra

Updated Apr 2026laptops
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Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra
$2,400
8.3/10

The Verdict

Both laptops target content creators and professionals, but they prioritize different strengths. The ASUS ROG Strix G16 excels as a gaming and performance-focused machine with its Intel Core i9-14900HX (24 cores), 240Hz IPS display at 2560x1600, and superior thermal capabilities for sustained workloads. Its 90Wh battery supports demanding applications, though 6-hour runtime reflects its power consumption. The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra takes a productivity-first approach, delivering a premium 16-inch AMOLED 2X touchscreen at 2880x1800 resolution with exceptional color accuracy and a remarkable 13-hour battery life. Samsung's inclusion of Thunderbolt ports and SD card reader adds versatility for professionals, while the lighter 1.86kg chassis improves portability. The Galaxy Book4's Intel Core Ultra 9 185H with 16 cores handles everyday tasks efficiently but trails the ASUS in raw computational power. At $800 more, Samsung demands consideration for those valuing battery longevity, display quality, and lighter weight, while the ASUS offers superior gaming performance and processing power at a lower price point. Choose the ASUS for gaming and CPU-intensive work; select Samsung if you need all-day battery life and premium content creation displays.

ValueG16 (2024)
BatteryBook4 Ultra
DisplayBook4 Ultra
PerformanceG16 (2024)
portabilityBook4 Ultra

Who Should Buy

Buy the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) if…

  • RTX 4070 Laptop GPU handles 1440p gaming at high settings
  • 240Hz 2.5K display is incredibly smooth for competitive gaming
  • 90 Wh battery is large for a gaming laptop

Buy the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra if…

  • Stunning 3K AMOLED 120Hz display with deep colors
  • Includes NVIDIA RTX 4050 or 4070 discrete GPU
  • Surprisingly thin and light for a 16-inch with dGPU

Category Scores

ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024)
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra
Value
8.2
7.1
Battery
6.5
8.7
Display
8.5
9.2
Performance
9.1
7.8
portability
7.2
8.9

Pros & Cons

ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024)

Pros

  • RTX 4070 Laptop GPU handles 1440p gaming at high settings
  • 240Hz 2.5K display is incredibly smooth for competitive gaming
  • 90 Wh battery is large for a gaming laptop
  • Excellent thermal design with liquid metal compound
  • 1 TB SSD with a second expandable slot

Cons

  • Heavy and thick — not a portable daily driver
  • No webcam — requires an external camera
  • Fan noise under load is significant
  • Battery life is short under gaming loads

Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra

Pros

  • Stunning 3K AMOLED 120Hz display with deep colors
  • Includes NVIDIA RTX 4050 or 4070 discrete GPU
  • Surprisingly thin and light for a 16-inch with dGPU
  • Tight integration with Samsung Galaxy ecosystem

Cons

  • Premium pricing rivals workstation laptops
  • Soldered RAM, only storage is upgradable
  • Speakers underwhelming versus MacBook competitors
  • Touchpad palm rejection occasionally inconsistent

Full Specifications

SpecASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024)Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra
SoftwareWindows 11 HomeWindows 11 Home
Body
Weight5.29 lbs (2.4 kg)1.86 kg
MaterialAluminum and plasticAluminum
Dimensions13.94 x 10.35 x 0.92 inches355.4 x 250.4 x 16.5 mm
Ports
HDMI1
USB-A ports21
USB-C ports22
SD card
Thunderbolt ports2
Battery
Battery lifeUp to 6 hoursUp to 13 hours
Capacity90 Wh76 Wh
Display
Size16 inches16 inches
TypeIPSDynamic AMOLED 2X touchscreen
Resolution2560 x 16002880 x 1800
Refresh rate240Hz120Hz
Brightness (nits)500400
Storage
SSD1 TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe1 TB
Expandable storage
Keyboard
Backlit
Processor
RAM16 GB DDR516 GB LPDDR5X
Cores24 cores (8P + 16E)16 cores
ChipsetIntel Core i9-14900HXIntel Core Ultra 9 185H

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