ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2024) vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 360
The Verdict
Both laptops target gaming and productivity at the 15.6-inch size, but they serve different priorities. The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 emphasizes raw gaming performance with its AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS processor and 144Hz display, delivering smooth framerates for competitive gaming. It offers more USB-A ports (3 vs 2) and weighs 2.2kg with plastic construction. The Samsung Galaxy Book4 360 takes a different approach, prioritizing portability at just 1.65kg with aluminum build and premium feel. Its Intel Core Ultra 7 155H handles gaming adequately while excelling at everyday tasks. Samsung's display advantage is notable: 400 nits brightness versus ASUS's 300, plus AMOLED technology on a 2-in-1 form factor means tablet mode flexibility. Samsung also provides Thunderbolt 2 ports and claims 14 hours battery life versus ASUS's 10 hours. The ASUS excels if pure gaming performance matters most, while the Samsung suits users who value portability, display quality, and versatility. At $1099 versus $1349, the ASUS offers better raw gaming value. Choose ASUS for dedicated gaming; choose Samsung if you want a premium all-rounder that doubles as a tablet.
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 360 if…
- →Versatile 360-degree 2-in-1 design with touch AMOLED
- →Samsung S Pen stylus supported for note-taking
- →Excellent Samsung Galaxy ecosystem integration
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 360
Pros
- Versatile 360-degree 2-in-1 design with touch AMOLED
- Samsung S Pen stylus supported for note-taking
- Excellent Samsung Galaxy ecosystem integration
- Good 14-hour battery life for a convertible
- Sleek aluminum build at reasonable weight
Cons
- FHD+ resolution looks soft on a 15.6-inch screen
- No SD card reader
- RAM and SSD soldered — no upgrade path
- Hinge adds weight vs. a comparable clamshell
- No discrete GPU option
Full Specifications
| Spec | ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2024) | Samsung Galaxy Book4 360 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 2.20 kg | 1.65 kg |
| Material | Plastic with metal reinforcement | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 354.9 x 251.9 x 22.9 mm | 356.3 x 229.0 x 14.9 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | 1 |
| USB-A ports | 3 | 2 |
| USB-C ports | 1 | 1 |
| SD card | ||
| Thunderbolt ports | 0 | 2 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 10 hours light use | Up to 14 hours mixed use |
| Capacity | 90 Wh | 68 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 15.6 inches | 15.6 inches |
| Type | FHD IPS 144Hz | FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X touch 2-in-1 |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 144Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 300 | 400 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB NVMe | 512 GB NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB DDR5 | 16 GB LPDDR5x |
| Cores | 8-core / 16-thread | 16-core (6P+8E+2LPE) |
| Chipset | AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H |
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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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