ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro
The Verdict
Both laptops target creative professionals, but serve different priorities. ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 features a superior OLED display with 600 nits brightness and Intel's older 13th-gen i9-13900H with 14 cores, delivering raw performance for demanding workloads. Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro counters with a larger 16-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel (2880 x 1800 resolution), newer Intel Core Ultra 7 155H processor with efficiency cores, and exceptional 15-hour battery life versus ASUS's 7 hours. The Samsung weighs only 1.55kg compared to ASUS's 1.8kg, making it noticeably more portable. Storage is identical at 512GB, though ASUS allows expansion while Samsung doesn't. ASUS excels in peak performance and display brightness for color-critical work, while Samsung prioritizes all-day mobility and battery endurance. At $1099, the ASUS offers better raw value per dollar and performance metrics. However, Samsung's superior battery life, lighter weight, newer architecture, and larger screen justify the $350 premium for users prioritizing portability and productivity across long workdays. Choose ASUS for intensive creative tasks, Samsung for mobile professionals.
Who Should Buy
Buy the ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 if…
- →2.8K 120Hz OLED display at $1,099 is outstanding value
- →i9-13900H delivers strong multi-core performance for content creation
- →NVIDIA RTX 4050 for light gaming and GPU-accelerated workflows
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro if…
- →Gorgeous Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with vivid color
- →Slim 12.5 mm profile for a 16-inch laptop
- →Excellent Samsung ecosystem integration with Galaxy devices
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
ASUS VivoBook Pro 15
Pros
- 2.8K 120Hz OLED display at $1,099 is outstanding value
- i9-13900H delivers strong multi-core performance for content creation
- NVIDIA RTX 4050 for light gaming and GPU-accelerated workflows
- Full-size HDMI and SD card reader ports
- Upgradeable M.2 SSD slot for storage expansion
Cons
- Battery life drops to 5 hours under typical productivity use
- Plastic bottom panel reduces overall build quality feel
- 16 GB soldered RAM with no upgrade path
- Keyboard has shallow 1.4 mm key travel
- Webcam is 720p — disappointing for video calls
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro
Pros
- Gorgeous Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with vivid color
- Slim 12.5 mm profile for a 16-inch laptop
- Excellent Samsung ecosystem integration with Galaxy devices
- Good port selection including SD card and HDMI
- Up to 15-hour battery life is class-leading
Cons
- No discrete GPU option on this model
- RAM and SSD are soldered — no upgrade path
- Samsung DeX for PC still limited in scope
- AMOLED display may develop burn-in over time
- Higher price than similarly-specced Windows ultrabooks
Full Specifications
| Spec | ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 | Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 3.97 lbs (1.8 kg) | 1.55 kg |
| Material | Aluminum and plastic | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 14.06 x 9.21 x 0.74 inches | 355.4 x 227.9 x 12.5 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 2 |
| USB-C ports | 1 | 1 |
| SD card | ||
| Thunderbolt ports | 1 | 2 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 7 hours | Up to 15 hours mixed use |
| Capacity | 70 Wh | 76 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 15.6 inches | 16.0 inches |
| Type | OLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 2880 x 1620 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 600 | 500 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe | 512 GB NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB DDR5 | 16 GB LPDDR5x |
| Cores | 14 cores (6P + 8E) | 16-core (6P+8E+2LPE) |
| Chipset | Intel Core i9-13900H (13th Gen) | 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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