ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2024) vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 15"
The Verdict
Both laptops offer solid 15.6-inch FHD displays with 300 nits brightness and 16GB RAM at competitive price points, but they cater to different user priorities. The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 ($1,099) excels for performance-focused users with its AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS processor (8-core/16-thread), 144Hz display for gaming and smooth scrolling, and 90Wh battery supporting up to 10 hours. It weighs 2.2kg and includes three USB-A ports plus expandable storage. The Samsung Galaxy Book4 15 ($749) prioritizes portability and everyday productivity with its lighter 1.56kg aluminum chassis, Intel Core i7-1355U processor (10 cores but efficiency-focused), and sleeker 0.61-inch profile. Its smaller 54Wh battery still manages 10 hours on lighter tasks, though the 60Hz display and single USB-A port are less versatile. The ASUS delivers significantly better gaming and multitasking performance due to its higher-power CPU and gaming-grade refresh rate, justifying the $350 premium for content creators and gamers. The Samsung excels for students and travelers prioritizing portability and value. Choose ASUS for performance, Samsung for mobility and budget consciousness.
Who Should Buy
Buy the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2024) if…
- →RTX 4060 with Ryzen 7 8845HS is great value for 1080p gaming
- →90 Wh battery surprisingly good for a gaming laptop
- →MIL-STD-810H certified for durability
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Book4 15" if…
- →Lightweight at 3.44 lbs with an aluminum build for the price
- →Full-HD display is sufficient for everyday productivity
- →Samsung ecosystem features like Quick Share and Phone Link
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2024)
Pros
- RTX 4060 with Ryzen 7 8845HS is great value for 1080p gaming
- 90 Wh battery surprisingly good for a gaming laptop
- MIL-STD-810H certified for durability
- Upgradeable RAM and dual SSD slots
- Quiet under light workloads
Cons
- 1080p FHD display looks soft on a 15.6-inch screen
- 300-nit brightness is poor for well-lit rooms
- Plastic chassis lacks a premium feel
- No Thunderbolt support
- Fan noise escalates quickly under load
Samsung Galaxy Book4 15"
Pros
- Lightweight at 3.44 lbs with an aluminum build for the price
- Full-HD display is sufficient for everyday productivity
- Samsung ecosystem features like Quick Share and Phone Link
- 10-hour battery life handles a full school or work day
- HDMI port included — avoids dongles for presentations
Cons
- 60Hz FHD display is unremarkable at the $749 price point
- Only one USB-C and one USB-A port is limiting
- Soldered RAM and SSD — zero upgradeability
- No Thunderbolt or high-speed USB-C
- Integrated graphics only — no discrete GPU option
Full Specifications
| Spec | ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2024) | Samsung Galaxy Book4 15" |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 2.20 kg | 3.44 lbs (1.56 kg) |
| Material | Plastic with metal reinforcement | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 354.9 x 251.9 x 22.9 mm | 14.00 x 8.93 x 0.61 inches |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | |
| USB-A ports | 3 | 1 |
| USB-C ports | 1 | 1 |
| SD card | ||
| Thunderbolt ports | 0 | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 10 hours light use | Up to 10 hours |
| Capacity | 90 Wh | 54 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 15.6 inches | 15.6 inches |
| Type | FHD IPS 144Hz | IPS anti-glare |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 144Hz | 60Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 300 | 300 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB NVMe | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB DDR5 | 16 GB LPDDR5 |
| Cores | 8-core / 16-thread | 10 cores (2P + 8E) |
| Chipset | AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS | Intel Core i7-1355U (13th Gen) |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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